Morning departure from Uyuni in a rugged 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser. Visit the Train Cemetery to photograph 19th-century steam locomotives. Continue to Colchani village to observe artisan salt harvesting. Enter the blinding white expanse of the Salar de Uyuni, visiting the salt eyes and first Salt Museum Hotel. Arrive at Incahuasi Island, a coral island covered in giant cacti up to 15 meters tall with 360-degree salt flat views. Enjoy an open-air picnic lunch on the salt, take fun perspective photos, and watch an unforgettable glowing sunset. Dinner and overnight in an authentic Salt Hotel.
Salar de Uyuni Express 2D/1N (Salt Hotel & Incahuasi Island)
Duration
2 Days / 1 Night
Difficulty
Easy
Modality
Private or Shared Tour
Max Altitude
3,850 m.s.n.m. (Laderas del Volcán Tunupa / Salar de Uyuni a 3,656 m.s.n.m.)
From
$580.00 USD
Unforgettable Experience
Tour Overview
The ideal 2-day expedition across the largest salt flat on Earth (over 10,582 km²) in the high Bolivian Altiplano, featuring an authentic overnight stay in a hotel built entirely from salt blocks.
Explore the historic Train Cemetery, Colchani salt-processing village, Incahuasi Island with its millennial giant cacti, play with surreal perspective photography, and discover the pre-Inca mummies at the foot of Tunupa Volcano.
Detailed Duration
Multi-day Program
Max Altitude
3,850 m.s.n.m. (Laderas del Volcán Tunupa / Salar de Uyuni a 3,656 m.s.n.m.)
Guide Languages
English & Spanish Official
Safety & Support
Oxygen, First Aid & 24/7
Day by Day
Detailed Itinerary 2 Días
Total Transparency
Program Inclusions
What is Included?
- Transport in private 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser with rooftop luggage rack
- Experienced local driver-guide throughout
- 01 night accommodation in authentic Salt Hotel with private bathroom
- All meals specified: 1 breakfast, 2 lunches (including salt flat picnic), and 1 dinner
Not Included
- Entrance fees to Incahuasi Island and Tunupa Volcano / Alcaya Caves (approx. 50 Bs)
- Personal drinks and snacks
- Tips and personal insurance
Get Ready
Recommendations & Tips
Expert Local Guides Tips
- Sunglasses with high UV protection are mandatory (glare from white salt is blinding).
- Warm thermal layers, fleece, and windproof jacket for crisp desert evenings.
- Power bank for phone and camera batteries (cold drains batteries fast).
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Between January and March (rainy season) when a thin sheet of water covers the salt creating the world's largest natural mirror. From April to December (dry season), the flats are dry with iconic white hexagonal salt crusts and full access to Incahuasi Island.
Direct Local Operator
Based in Cusco, no middlemen
24/7 Ongoing Support
Dedicated attention before and during your trip
Licensed Expert Guides
Bilingual professionals in trekking and history
Real Experiences & Ratings
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5.0
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Booking this tour with Samex Tours Peru was the best decision for our holiday. Every connection, hotel pickup, and guided excursion occurred with clockwork punctuality. We enjoyed an ideal balance between thrilling sightseeing and relaxing cultural immersion.
From the very first day, the Samex team made us feel completely looked after. The itinerary transitions smoothly between destinations, and having private transport and expert local guides allowed us to truly connect with the communities and history.
Flawless communication 24/7 via WhatsApp and top-tier guides who are passionate about their heritage. We created memories to last a lifetime and will recommend Samex Tours Peru to all our friends back home.
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