Salt flats turn distance into illusion. This full-day outing gives you a 4×4 ride across Salar de Uyuni, with the Train Cemetery, Colchani, Incahuasi Island, and a sunset glass of wine all packed into one long day. I like the route because it mixes salt culture with big photo stops, and I like that an … Read more
Green water, black rock, white peaks. This day trip pairs the stark beauty of the Andes with a visit to the eerie Milluni cemetery, then sends you uphill toward Charquini’s striking lagoon. I like the unusual mix of places, and I like the small-group limit of 14 people, which makes a long mountain day easier … Read more
See La Paz from above and below. I like the mix of Moon Valley with a traditional snack and a look at the city’s more residential districts. I also like the cable-car return to central La Paz, which adds views without requiring a full day. The main concern is the meeting point: two bookings dated … Read more
One day puts your brakes to work. This three-day trip pairs a full-suspension ride on Death Road with a full day across the Uyuni Salt Flats, giving you two of Bolivia’s biggest outdoor experiences in one booking. I like the safety van, regular bike checks, and small group of no more than 11 people. I … Read more
Salt turns the sky into a mirror. This full-day trip from Uyuni combines the Train Cemetery and Colchani with the huge white expanse of the Uyuni Salt Flat, giving you a good mix of local life, old machinery, salt works, and wide-open views. I especially like the 1:30 p.m. lunch served in the middle of … Read more
White salt, giant cacti, and a long road. This $499 tour combines a comfortable Todo Turismo overnight bus with a three-day 4WD circuit through the Uyuni Salt Flats, flamingo-filled lagoons, geysers, and the Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve. I like the adjustable bus seats and onboard meals, and I like that the route goes far beyond … Read more
White salt, red water, smoking earth. This $280, three-day journey links the world’s largest salt flat with Bolivia’s high desert and San Pedro de Atacama in Chile. I like the excellent range of sights, from the Train Cemetery and salt crafts to flamingo-filled lagoons, and I like that a Spanish-speaking driver helps you cross the … Read more
Salt, volcanoes, flamingos, and one hard first day. This three-day crossing from San Pedro de Atacama into Bolivia packs the Altiplano, colorful lagoons, desert wildlife, and the vast Uyuni Salt Flats into a very tight schedule. I love the route’s variety, especially the chance to see Laguna Colorada and Uyuni in one trip, and I … Read more
High altitude makes every step count. I like this trip for its huge Cordillera Real and Lake Titicaca views, and for the chance to walk close to glaciers and the striking Condoriri lakes in one day. I also like that the $188 price includes transport, a guide, lunch, and useful cold-weather gear. The catch is … Read more
Three days here turn white salt into fire. This route combines the giant Uyuni Salt Flats with flamingo-filled lagoons, volcanic geysers, hot springs, deserts, and the red, green, and white waters of Eduardo Avaroa National Park. I like the broad range of scenery and the fact that meals, transport, accommodation, and an English-speaking guide are … Read more