Day Trip to Uyuni Salt Flats in Uyuni
Uyuni, Bolivia

Day Trip to Uyuni Salt Flats

Outty Ranking 66 4.2 · 603 traveler reviews7 hoursFrom $130

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Outty Ranking

66/100

Solid Choice. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

4.2/5

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Is Day Trip to Uyuni Salt Flats worth booking?

Day Trip to Uyuni Salt Flats is a 7-hour experience in Uyuni, Bolivia, from $130 per person. It scores 66 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice, based on a 4.2/5 rating across 603 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
66 / 100
Rating
4.2/5 (603)
Duration
7 hours
From
$130 per person

This is a 7 hours packed adventure to discover the biggest Salt Flat in the world. Amazing scenery and places to go, combined with a skillful crew and equipment, makes indeed the perfect day trip. Historical Trains, Mass

What you get

  • Hotel drop-off
  • Professional guide
  • Wine tasting
  • Lunch
  • Hotel pickup (selected hotels only)
  • All activities

About this experience

This is a 7 hours packed adventure to discover the biggest Salt Flat in the world. Amazing scenery and places to go, combined with a skillful crew and equipment, makes indeed the perfect day trip. Historical Trains, Massive Salt desert, Lost Island with Giant Cacti and more awaits for you to be seen in this journey into the ancient lands of Bolivia. All guides will share their stories of the area, and help you out with all kinds of crazy perspective pictures in a special location in the middle of the Salty desert.

What's included

Included

  • Hotel drop-off
  • Professional guide
  • Wine tasting
  • Lunch
  • Hotel pickup (selected hotels only)
  • All activities

Not included

  • Entrance fees to the park (30bs per person)

What you'll see and do

  1. Train Cemetery

    Starting the day at approx. 10:30 am, our guide gives you a short briefing on some recommendation for the tour, and shortly after you'll hop on a 4x4 drive Toyota Land Cruiser that will firstly take you to the Train Cemetery where a full story of the first trains that arrived in Bolivia, and their purposes will be uncovered. Soon after the crew takes you to the small village of Colchani, where you could expect many handicraft shops for souvenirs, and also the salt factory, where the salt is being refined and packed for consumption. The lunch takes places in a Salt hotel with plenty of option for any taste.

    120 minutes here · Admission not included

  2. Salar de Uyuni

    Head toward the majestic Salar de Uyuni and start the real journey into the biggest salt flat on earth. Your first stop will be next to the only construction allowed in the Salar, which is called Playa Blanca, the first salt hotel build in the salt flat. Next, a 30mins drive toward the middle of nowhere into a special location to take the best pictures of yourself and your friend by your experienced guide who will tell you how to do everything perfectly. We'll then go to the Inca Wasy Island (Cactus Island) where will be able to see giant cacti and rock formations of petrified Coral. A short hike of 40mins. to the top and we'll reach the highest point of view in the trip with 3750 m.a.s.l (12,303.14 feet) where a 360* view of the hole Salt Flat awaits for you. After this amazing hike, it will be time for the breathtaking sunset to come, at approx 6pm, and your driver will choose to the best location for it. At the end of our tour we'll return back to Uyuni at approx 6:30 - 7pm.

    300 minutes here

Where it starts and ends

Meeting point

Uyuni

MAIN STREET FERROVIARIA AVENUE

Hotel pickup

Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.

Ends at

MAIN STREET FERROVIARIA AVENUE

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Languages
en, es
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Every day
Group size
Up to 10 travelers per booking
Operated by
RED PLANET EXPEDITION

Know before you go

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • CHECK IN IS AT 10:00 AM
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
  • It is important to understand that the Isla Inca Wasi is NOT available in the rainy season (January until March) unless specified by our company
  • One guide is divided between two cars ( 1 Guide for 12 people max )
  • All cars in the company are equiped with Radios to comunicate between eachother

Photos

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Good to know

Duration
7 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
2+
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Hotel pickup
Available for selected locations
Booked in 30 days
211
Verdict
Solid Choice

Why this scores 66

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)44
Review evidence (18% weight)100
Booking momentum (14% weight)100
Value for money (12% weight)28
Listing quality (10% weight)92
Local standing (8% weight)0
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Day Trip to Uyuni Salt Flats: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Uyuni.

How much does Day Trip to Uyuni Salt Flats cost?

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Prices start at $130 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Uyuni usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does Day Trip to Uyuni Salt Flats take?

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Plan for about 7 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Uyuni is not rushed.

Is Day Trip to Uyuni Salt Flats worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 66 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.2/5 across 603 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Uyuni, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Day Trip to Uyuni Salt Flats?

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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

Is Day Trip to Uyuni Salt Flats suitable for kids and families?

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The operator sets a minimum age of 2. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 7-hour running time when deciding.

How far in advance should I book Day Trip to Uyuni Salt Flats?

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Around 211 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Uyuni can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

What should I bring or wear?

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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Uyuni and add a light layer if any part of the 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Day Trip to Uyuni Salt Flats start and how do I get there?

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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Uyuni within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

What are the best things to do in Uyuni?

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On Outty we rank every Uyuni experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include 3-Days Tour to the Uyuni Salt Flat and Colored Lagoons +Sunset+Mirror Effect, Uyuni Salt Flat 1 Day Tour +Sunset in the Salt Water Region with Mirror Effect, 3-Day Salt Tour of Uyuni with Sunset and Lagoons Colorada. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

When is the best time to visit Uyuni?

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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

How many days do you need in Uyuni?

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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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