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Excursions: Private
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Starting Point: San Pedro de Atacama
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Departure: Daily
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Lodging: Included
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Language: Spanish
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Duration: 4 days/ 3 nights
Description
The owe-inspiring Uyuni Salt Flat, the largest in the world, is waiting for you with this program which will lead you to meet the hidden beauties of this secluded territory.
Price includes
Pick up at hotel in San Pedro de Atacama
Private transportation in Chile and Bolivia for the hotel program.
Accommodations in tourist category establishments
Meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner).
Driver-guide in Spanish.
Wi-fi, towel, etc.
Price does not include
Air ticket
Beverages in hotel meals.
Extras at the hotel
Medical insurance
Park entrance fees (186 bolivianos per person)
Border tax (15 Bolivianos per person).
Access to restrooms on the way (approximately 6 bolivianos each access).
Itinerary
Departure from San Pedro de Atacama at 7:30 hrs. In Mini Bus to the border of Bolivia, passing through the immigration of Chile and Bolivia, once at the border of Bolivia at an altitude of 4,400 m.a.s.l. the change of vehicle to a 4WD jeep with capacity of 05 passengers is made. This first day the group continues the visit to the Bolivian altiplano to places like: Laguna Verde and Laguna Blanca; located at the foot of the Licancabur Volcano, continuing through the Daly desert, where you can admire a truly surreal landscape, the pools of hot springs, the geysers of Sol de Mañana; intermittent sources of water gushing at a temperature of 90°C and fumaroles, cracks where volcanic lava comes out; to finish the day the Laguna Colorada, main nesting center of more than 30,000 flamingos of 3 species. These places are at an average altitude of 4,500 m.a.s.l., with the possibility of contemplating the flora and fauna of the area, flamingoes, Vicuñas and other animals, the night in the hotel Desierto Ojo Perdiz (Tayka hotels with heating), in single, double and matrimonial private rooms.
Departure from the hotel TAYKA OJO PERDIZ at 08,00 hrs. Visiting the Siloli desert to see a group of rock formations whose formation is due to wind erosion, later continuing through more highland lagoons also known as colored lagoons: Laguna Honda, Chiarcota and Cañapa (Andean flora and fauna), visiting the small salt flat of Chiguana.
(Andean flora and fauna), visiting the small salt flat of Chiguana we arrive to the town of San Pedro de Quemes. Overnight at the HOTEL DE PIEDRA DE LOS HOTELES TAYKA, in private single, double or matrimonial rooms.
(Andean flora and fauna), visiting the small salt flat of Chiguana we arrive to the town of San Pedro de Quemes. Overnight at the HOTEL DE PIEDRA DE LOS HOTELES TAYKA, in private single, double or matrimonial rooms.
The trip departs after 08.00 hrs. For a visit to the existing caves on the shores of the salt flat of Uyuni (GALAXIAS) and the visit in general to the salt flat of Uyuni (12.000 km2), Incahuasi Island, Fish Island (cactus park), with formation of calcareous rocks, rest of corals and marine shells, later visiting the eyes of the salt flat, museum and piles of salt we arrive to the hotel of LUNA SALADA located on the shore of the salt flat and 25 km. From the city of Uyuni. Overnight at the hotel in private rooms (single, double or matrimonial).
Departure at 08:00 hrs. a.m. from the hotel, return trip to the Bolivian border arriving at the Bolivian immigration at 16:00 hrs. and returning to San Pedro de Atacama at 17:00 hrs.
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Faq
The best time to visit is between October and April, when temperatures are more pleasant and all tourist activities can be carried out without major inconveniences. However, the weather in the Atacama Desert is unpredictable, so it is recommended to be prepared for temperature changes.
Yes, although daytime temperatures can be warm, nights in the desert can be very cold. It is advisable to bring light clothing for the day and warm clothes for the night, as well as a hat, sunscreen and sunglasses.
The most common way to get there is to fly from Santiago to Calama Airport, and then by land vehicle to San Pedro de Atacama (which is about 100 km from Calama).
Yes, especially in high season. San Pedro de Atacama is a popular destination, so it is recommended to book tours in advance to secure your place, at least 48 hours in advance if you plan to visit the most popular places.
First choose the date on the calendar on your right and tour options. Click on book and then fill in your personal and booking information. Once received we will process your reservation requesting payment by secure credit card and send you vouchers and final instructions.
San Pedro de Atacama is over 2,400 meters above sea level, and some of the tourist destinations, such as the Tatio Geysers and Lagunas Altiplánicas, are over 4,300 meters above sea level. It is important to stay hydrated, avoid alcohol in the early hours and take it easy during the first day. If you have problems with the altitude, it is advisable to talk to your guide.
In our tours the vehicle stops at the most important places of interest to make short walks, usually to get closer and have a better experience or better views. They are easy in physical terms.
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Per passenger. On double based