UY201 TRAIN CEMETERY
DURATION: 1 HOUR
Bolivia is a tin and silver mining country. At the beginning of the 1900s the first engines and carriages arrived to facilitate exporting tin and silver to Chile. Progress never came to these small communities and the trains have been abandoned as silent witnesses to Bolivia’s mining heyday. Now, after over 100 years, you can wander around and in the remains of these trains as they slowly rust away.


UY202 PULACAYO
DURATION: 2 HOURS
22 km from Uyuni on the main road to Potosí, Pulacayo was Bolivia’s most important mining centre in the nineteenth century. The first train in Bolivia is still in this mining community, which was where Bolivia’s most important revolution was planned. Visit the house of ex-President Aniceto Arce.


UY203 GROTTO OF THE GALAXIAS
DURATION: 2 HOURS
The Grotto of the Galaxias is close to Aguaquiza, on the other side of the salt flats. It is a small 2-level cave full of petrified algae and coral. Close by is the Devil’s Cave, which is a sacred site for the local indigenous people, and a pre-Inca cemetery where you can see funeral towers – chullpas.


UY204 UYUNI SALT LAKE - FULL DAY
DURATION: 9 HOURS
After breakfast we will embark on our trip to Salt Lake of Uyuni to enjoy the salt flats, whose salt crust covers over 12,000 km², and where you will see salt piles (each weighing 1 tonne), salt blocks and the ‘eyes’ of the salt lake. We will also visit Incahuasi Island, with stunning views over the salt lake, and walk through the cactus valley. After enjoying a delicious lunch in the middle of the salt flats see the Coquesa mummies and Chantani museum and learn about the local culture. Return to the hotel across the world’s largest salt flats.
NB.- During the rainy season it is impossible to venture far onto the salt flats to see these attractions; we will only be able to go 5 km in from Colchani. The full day programme will concentrate on enjoying the reflection of the water on the salt flats and taking photos.


UY205 SUNSET OR SUNRISE ON THE SALT FLATS
DURATION: 2 HOURS
One of the highlights of a visit to the salt flats of Uyuni is the chance to watch the sun rise or set. The sky lights up with the most incredible colours, which are set off by the intense white of the salt underfoot.


UY206 STARRY NIGHT ON THE SALT FLATS
DURATION: 2 HOURS
A 4x4 will pick us up at the hotel to take us out into the middle of the salt flats to see the starry sky sparkling above a glittering white carpet. This trip takes about 1½ hours during which you will be able to marvel at the heavens unspoilt by light pollution.

UY207 UYUNI SALT FLATS
ROUTE: UYUNI SALT FLATS 
DURATION: 2 DAYS / 1 NIGHT

DAY 1
Morning flight from La Paz to Uyuni, or arrive in Uyuni by train. Breakfast and set out for the salt flats past a small settlement called Colchani where the locals process salt. We will not stop for much time as we are aiming to get to the middle of the salt flats to see the eyes, salt mountains and salt blocks. This singular route takes us into one of the world’s most isolated areas where we will be alone surrounded by a glittering white landscape. After a couple of hours arrive at Isla del Pescado or Incahuasi Island to look at giant cacti, birds and vizcachas that have made this island their own. At midday stop for a buffet of delicious local produce in the middle of the salt flats, and then we will move on to the salt flats. In the afternoon we take one of the hundreds of routes across the salt flats to watch the sun go down in a blaze of intense colours. (B.L)
01 OVERNIGHT IN A SALT HOTEL

DAY 2
Leave from the hotel for the Tunupa Volcano, Chantani Museum and the Coquesa Mummies, discover the salt flats and appreciate the scenery. If it is the rainy season we will provide you with boots so that you can discover the wonderful reflections on the salt flats. Return to La Paz in the afternoon. 


UY208 UYUNI SALT FLATS
ROUTE: UYUNI SALT FLATS 
DURATION 3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS

DAY 1
Morning flight from La Paz to Uyuni, or arrive in Uyuni by train. Breakfast and set out for the salt flats past a small settlement called Colchani where the locals process salt. We will not stop for much time as we are aiming to get to the middle of the salt flats to see the eyes, salt mountains and salt blocks. This singular route takes us into one of the world’s most isolated areas where we will be alone surrounded by a glittering white landscape. After a couple of hours arrive at Isla del Pescado or Incahuasi Island to look at giant cacti, birds and vizcachas that have made this island their own. At midday stop for a buffet of delicious local produce in the middle of the salt flats, and then we will move on to the salt flats. In the afternoon we take one of the hundreds of routes across the salt flats to watch the sun go down in a blaze of intense colours.
01 OVERNIGHT IN A SALT HOTEL IN COLCHANI

DAY 2
Leave from the hotel for the Tunupa Volcano, Chantani Museum and the Coquesa Mummies, discover the salt flats and appreciate the scenery. If it is the rainy season we will provide you with boots so that you can discover the wonderful reflections on the salt flats. At midday walk to the Chillima lookout point and the ruins of Pucara. Return in the evening enjoying the sun set over the salt flats and the tapestry of stars in the night sky.
01 OVERNIGHT IN SALT HOTEL

DAY 3
After breakfast go to Uyuni to leave for the city of La Paz or add on services to Ollagüe, Potosí, Tupiza or Villazon.


UY209 UYUNI SALT FLATS BY ROAD FROM LA PAZ
DURATION: 3 DAYS/ 2 NIGHTS
DAY 1
At an agreed time depart in a comfortable SUV for the marvellous Salt flats of Uyuni. We will begin the trip by passing through communities like Pasña and Quillacas, where we will see a spectacular crater. Later on in the trip we will visit Salinas de Garci Mendoza, one of the main quinoa production centres. Skirting the salt flats, we will pass through the villages of Jirira and Coquesa, arriving in Tahua to stay in the local hotel.
01 OVERNIGHT IN SALT HOTEL

DAY 2
We will enter the salt flats, visiting an area known as the Galaxias to continue towards Incahuasi Island, the lagoons (‘eyes’) of salt and see salt piles (each weighing 1 tonne), salt blocks and artisan salt extraction factories. In the evening we will arrive at the salt hotel.
01 OVERNIGHT IN SALT HOTEL

DAY 3
Transfer to Uyuni, return to La Paz via Huari, Challapata, Pasña and Oruro or transfer to the airport, or add on services to Potosí or Ollagüe. 

UY301 UYUNI SALT FLATS AND AVAROA RESERVE
ROUTE: UYUNI – OJO DE PERDIZ – UYUNI 
DURATION: 3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS

DAY 1
Transfer from La Paz on the first flight to Uyuni where our 4x4 will be waiting to take you to the salt flats. This singular route takes us into one of the world’s most isolated areas where we will be alone surrounded by a glittering white landscape. After a couple of hours arrive at Isla del Pescado or Incahuasi Island to look at giant cacti, birds and vizcachas that have made this island their own. At midday stop for a buffet of delicious local produce in the middle of the salt flats, and then we will move on to the Coquesa Mummies and Chantani Museum. In the afternoon we take one of the hundreds of routes across the salt flats to watch the sun go down in a blaze of intense colours.
01 OVERNIGHT IN SALT HOTEL IN COLCHANI

DAY 2
Set out early for the deserts and lakes of the region leaving the salt flats behind and moving across the majestic highland area to look out at spectacular mountains and hills over whimsical landscapes where the llamas and vicuñas welcome you to wending streams and an insight into the day to day life of the locals of the area. On the way we will continue on through the Siloli Desert to the Stone Tree and pass the Blanca, Hedionda, Chiarcota and Ramaditas lagoons to relax and have lunch prepared by our team.
01 OVERNIGHT IN OJO DE PERDIZ TAYKA

DAY 3
From Ojo de Perdiz we will go to Laguna Colorada while watching three species of flamingos dance to welcome a new day; later we will discover the Geysers, Sol de Mañana, the hot springs of Polques and Laguna Verde in the south of Bolivia almost on the border with Chile. The Licancabur Volcano stands guard over the shimmering emerald-green Laguna Verde which changes with the movement of the sun. You can choose whether to go on to San Pedro de Atacama or return to Uyuni.
NB.- Going from Laguna Verde to Uyuni takes over 6 hours making this a long, tiring day.


UY302 UYUNI SALT FLATS AND AVAROA RESERVE
ROUTE: UYUNI– VILLAMAR– UYUNI 
DURATION 3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS

DAY 1
Transfer from La Paz on the first flight to Uyuni where our 4x4 will be waiting to take you to the salt flats. This singular route takes us into one of the world’s most isolated areas where we will be alone surrounded by a glittering white landscape. After a couple of hours arrive at Isla del Pescado or Incahuasi Island to look at giant cacti, birds and vizcachas that have made this island their own. At midday stop for a buffet of delicious local produce in the middle of the salt flats, and then we will move on to the Coquesa Mummies and Chantani. In the afternoon we take one of the hundreds of routes across the salt flats to watch the sun go down in a blaze of intense colours while enjoying a glass of wine and delicatessen products.
01 OVERNIGHT IN SALT HOTEL IN COLCHANI

DAY 2
Leave Colchani and the salt flats behind to go across the highland plain through villages such as San Cristobal, Culpina K and Villa Alota. See the Valley of Rocks and look for animal shapes and faces. Watch herds of llamas, alpacas and spot delicate vicuñas grazing on immense pasturelands. Arrive in Villamar in the afternoon.
01 OVERNIGHT IN VILLAMAR

DAY 3
Early in the morning after breakfast leave for the south to stop off at Laguna Capina and Laguna Colorada where you can spot three types of flamingos. Continue on to Laguna de Challviri, the hot springs of Polques, the Desert of Dali and Laguna Verde at the foot of the Licancabur Volcano. Return to Uyuni or transfer to San Pedro de Atacama in the afternoon.


UY303 UYUNI SALT FLATS AND COLOURFUL LAGOONS AVAROA RESERVE
ROUTE: UYUNI- TUNUPA- OJO DE PERDIZ- VILLAMAR- UYUNI
DURATION 5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS

DAY 1
Morning flight from La Paz to Uyuni. Breakfast and set out for a 30 minute drive to the largest salt flats in the world (12,000 km2) past a small settlement called Colchani where the locals process salt. We will not stop for much time as we are aiming to get to the middle of the salt flats to see the eyes, salt mountains and salt blocks. This singular route takes us into one of the world’s most isolated areas where we will be alone surrounded by a glittering white landscape. After a couple of hours arrive at Isla del Pescado or Incahuasi Island to look at giant cacti, birds and vizcachas that have made this island their own. At midday stop for a buffet of delicious local produce in the middle of the salt flats, and then we will move on to the salt flats. In the afternoon we take one of the hundreds of routes across the salt flats to watch the sun go down in a blaze of intense colours. (B.L)
01 OVERNIGHT IN A SALT HOTEL IN COLCHANI

DAY 2
Leave from Colchani to Tahua. After we cross the salt flats we will walk to the lookout point for the Tunupa Volcano which gives us a wonderful view out over the salt flats, visit the Chantani Museum and Coquesa Mummies, discover the salt flats and appreciate the scenery. If it is the rainy season we will provide you with boots so that you can discover the wonderful reflections on the salt flats. At midday walk to the Chillima lookout point and ruins of Pucara. Enjoy the sunset and a starry night over the salt flats.
01 OVERNIGHT IN SALT HOTEL

DAY 3
Set out early for the deserts and lakes of the region leaving the salt flats behind and moving across the majestic highland area to look out at spectacular mountains and hills over whimsical landscapes where the llamas and vicuñas welcome you to wending streams and an insight into the day to day life of the locals of the area, on the way we will visit continue on through the Siloli Desert to the Stone Tree and pass the Blanca, Honda, Hedionda and Chiarcota Lagoons to relax and have lunch prepared by our team.
01 OVERNIGHT IN OJO DE PERDIZ TAYKA

DAY 4
From Ojo de Perdiz we will move on to Laguna Colorada while watching three species of flamingos dance to welcome a new day; later we will discover the Geysers, Sol de Mañana, the hot springs of Polques, the Desert of Dali and the Laguna Verde in the south of Bolivia almost on the border with Chile. The Licancabur Volcano stands guard over the shimmering emerald-green Laguna Verde which changes with the movement of the sun. Return to Villamar.
01 OVERNIGHT IN VILLAMAR

DAY 5
After breakfast we will set out for the Valley of Rocks and look for animal shapes and faces before continuing on to San Cristobal passing through small villages, such as Culpina and Vila. Arrive in Uyuni to return to the city of La Paz or add on services to Villazon, Ollagüe or Potosí. 

UY304 UYUNI SALT FLATS AND COLOURED LAGOONS AVAROA RESERVE
ROUTE: UYUNI – OJO DE PERDIZ – UYUNI
DURATION: 4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS

DAY 1
Morning flight from La Paz to Uyuni, or arrive in Uyuni by train. Breakfast and set out for the salt flats past a small settlement called Colchani where the locals process salt. We will not stop for much time as we are aiming to get to the middle of the salt flats to see the eyes, salt mountains and salt blocks. This singular route takes us into one of the world’s most isolated areas where we will be alone surrounded by a glittering white landscape. After a couple of hours arrive at Isla del Pescado or Incahuasi Island to look at giant cacti, birds and vizcachas that have made this island their own. At midday stop for a buffet of delicious local produce in the middle of the salt flats, and then we will move on to the salt flats. In the afternoon we take one of the hundreds of routes across the salt flats to Tahua to get a close-up view of Tunupa Volcano and see the Coquesa Mummies, go on to the Chantani Museum and learn about prehispanic cultures. Return to Colchani watching the sun go down in a blaze of intense colours. (B.L)
01 OVERNIGHT IN A SALT HOTEL IN COLCHANI

DAY 2
Set out early for the deserts and lakes of the region leaving the salt flats behind and moving across the majestic highland area to look out at spectacular mountains and hills over whimsical landscapes where the llamas and vicuñas welcome you to wending streams and an insight into the day to day life of the locals of the area. Continue on through the Siloli Desert to the Stone Tree and pass the Blanca, Honda, Hedionda and Chiarcota Lagoons to relax and have lunch prepared by our team.
01 OVERNIGHT IN OJO DE PERDIZ TAYKA

DAY 3
From Ojo de Perdiz we will go to Laguna Colorada while watching three species of flamingos dance to welcome a new day; later we will discover the Geysers, Sol de Mañana, hot springs of Polques, Desert of Dali and the Laguna Verde in the south of Bolivia almost on the border with Chile. The Licancabur Volcano stands guard over the shimmering emerald-green Laguna Verde which changes with the movement of the sun. Arrive in Uyuni at dusk and rest.
01 OVERNIGHT IN UYUNI

DAY 4
Transfer to the airport to fly directly to the city of La Paz, or add on services to Potosí, Ollagüe or Tupiza and Villazon.
NB.- Going from Laguna Verde to Uyuni takes over 6 hours making this a long, tiring day.


UY305 ROUTE: VILLAMAR – OJO DE PERDIZ – UYUNI
DURATION: 4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS

DAY 1
Leave La Paz for Uyuni. Arrive and have breakfast. Go across the highland plain through villages such as San Cristobal, Culpina K and Villa Alota. See the Valley of Rocks and look for animal shapes and faces. Watch herds of llamas, alpacas and spot delicate vicuñas grazing on immense pasturelands. Arrive in Villamar in the afternoon.
01 OVERNIGHT IN VILLAMAR

DAY 2
Early in the morning after breakfast leave for the south to stop off at Laguna Capina and Laguna Colorada where you can spot three types of flamingos. Continue on to Laguna de Challviri, the hot springs of Polques, the Desert of Dali and Laguna Verde at the foot of the Licancabur Volcano. Return north via the Laguna Colorado, stop off at the Siloli Desert where we will stay at our hotel.
01 OVERNIGHT IN OJO DE PERDIZ

DAY 3
Leave the Ojo de Perdiz in the morning for the world’s largest salt flats passing by the Hedionda, Chiarcota and Ramaditas lagoons. Then we cross the wetlands of San Agustin to reach San Juan where we will visit the pre-Columbian cemetery and museum. Lunch. After lunch we will go to Chuvica which gives us a spectacular view of the salt flats and we can visit Incahuasi Island, where we can watch the sun set while having a glass of wine and some snacks.
01 OVERNIGHT IN SALT HOTEL

DAY 4
After breakfast discover the salt flats to see the eyes, salt mountains and salt blocks. This singular route takes us into one of the world’s most isolated areas where we will be alone surrounded by a glittering white landscape. After lunch we will head out for Uyuni, stopping off at Colchani to watch indigenous families processing salt. Finish at the airport of Uyuni or add on services to Ollagüe, Potosí or Villazon 


UY306 UYUNI UTURUNKU MOUNTAIN
DURATION: FULL DAY
This programme starts at the Ojo de Perdiz and you can decide whether we finish at the Ojo de Perdiz or Villamar to join another service. We leave the Ojo de Perdiz Hotel early on the morning and start by crossing the Siloli Desert and continue on to Quetena Chica from where we join an old road that takes us to an old sulphur mine. It takes around 3 hours to reach 5750 m.a.s.l. where we will leave the car and start walking up a very steep path to the top of the mountain at 6025 m. The walk is well worth the view over the lagoons, highlands and mountains. Return to the hotel in the afternoon.


UY307 UYUNI TUNUPA AND TORONI MOUNTAINS
DURATION: 2 DAYS
DAY 1
Very early after breakfast we will set off towards the Tunupa Volcano (5432 m.a.s.l.). We will start out by walking over ashes and yellow and red soil. The views of the salt flats and Tahua and the Coipasa salt flats are fabulous. We can continue up to a pass at 5200 m, but this will depend on the weather conditions and whether the group wishes to continue or go back down to return to the hotel in Tahua.
Round-trip hike from 5 to 8 hours.

DAY 2
At 04:30 a.m. we will cross the salt flats for about an hour to get to the village of Llica, and continue on gravel roads to the Sillaj Huay Range, whose highest peak is Toroni (6001 m.a.s.l.). We will continue up for about 2 hours to the sulphur mine known as Mina Union Progreso (5500 m.a.s.l.) and begin our trek from there.
Continuing along the brow of the mountain and passing by 3 hills we will arrive at the peak (after 3 – 4 hours). The view out over the two salt flats, Sajama and the Ollagüe Volcano are stunning. We will head down to Llica and return to Uyuni 

UY401 ROUTE SAN PEDRO DE ATACAMA – UYUNI – LA PAZ
DURATION: 3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS

DAY 1
At a convenient time transfer from San Pedro de Atacama to Hito Cajón for an unforgettable trip across the border enjoying stunning scenery dominated by the Licancabur Volcano. One of the jewels of the Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve -the Green Lagoon- is one of the high points of our expedition in a 4x4 vehicle. The strange beauty of this lagoon is really like no other in the world. On the way out of the Green Lagoon we enter a wide landscape: the Desert of Dali, pass by the hot springs of Polques, in the afternoon arrive at the salt flats and visit the salt flats enjoying the sunset with a Bolivian wine and gourmet products. (B,L)
01 OVERNIGHT IN SALT HOTEL

DAY 2
After breakfast, we continue our trip by entering the salt flats through Colchani, where we will see how the salt is processed manually. After a 30-minute journey over the vast surface of the white desert we will visit the "salt hotel", the eyes of water and afterward drive west to continue our journey towards Tunupa Volcano. We will reach it through Tahua and visit the communities of Coquesa and the museum in Chantani.
01 OVERNIGHT IN SALT HOTEL

DAY 3
In the morning transfer from Uyuni to La Paz or add on services to Potosí, Ollagüe or Villazon (La Quiaca).


UY402 ROUTE: SAN PEDRO – OJO DE PERDIZ – UYUNI
3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS
DAY 1
At a convenient time transfer from San Pedro de Atacama to Hito Cajón for an unforgettable trip across the border enjoying stunning scenery dominated by the Licancabur Volcano. One of the jewels of the Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve -the Green Lagoon- is one of the high points of our expedition in a 4x4 vehicle. The strange beauty of this lagoon is really like no other in the world. On the way out of the Green Lagoon we enter a wide landscape: the Desert of Dali, pass by the hot springs of Polques, in the afternoon arrive at the salt flats and visit the salt flats enjoying the sunset with a Bolivian wine and gourmet products. (B,L)
01 OVERNIGHT IN HOTEL OJO DE PERDIZ TAYKA

DAY 2
After breakfast we will set off for the Stone Tree and Laguna Colorada where you will be able to see flamingos and where they nest. Their cries mix in with the icy wind making this desolate space even more eerie. We will continue on to the salt flats via Colchani, a small community where the salt is processed. Lunch in the middle of the salt flats.
01 OVERNIGHT IN SALT HOTEL

DAY 3
After breakfast we drive to the middle of the salt flats to see the “eyes”, salt mountains and salt blocks and visit Incahuasi Island to marvel at the huge cacti growing there. Lunch in the middle of the salt flats. This singular route takes us once again into one of the world’s most isolated areas where we will be alone surrounded by a glittering white landscape. Later we transfer to Uyuni to take a direct flight to the city of La Paz or add on services to Potosí, Ollagüe or Villazon (La Quiaca).


UY403 ROUTE: SAN PEDRO – VILLAMAR – UYUNI
3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS
DAY 1
At a convenient time transfer from San Pedro de Atacama to Hito Cajón for an unforgettable trip across the border enjoying stunning scenery dominated by the Licancabur Volcano. One of the jewels of the Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve -the Green Lagoon- is one of the high points of our expedition in a 4x4 vehicle. The strange beauty of this lagoon is really like no other in the world. On the way out of the Green Lagoon we enter a wide landscape: the Desert of Dali, pass by the hot springs of Polques, Sol de Mañana, the Geysers, the majestic Laguna Colorada, home to three types of flamingos and their nests. Arrive in Villamar in the afternoon.

DAY 2 VILLAMAR
Leaving Villamar in the morning for Alota we cross the wetlands of San Agustin to reach San Juan where we will visit the pre-Columbian cemetery and museum. Lunch. After lunch we will go to Chuvica which gives us a spectacular view of the salt flats and we can visit Incahuasi Island, where we can watch the sun set while having a glass of wine and some snacks.
01 OVERNIGHT IN SALT HOTEL

DAY 3
After breakfast we drive to the middle of the salt flats to see the “eyes”, salt mountains and salt blocks. This singular route takes us in to again one of the world’s most isolated areas where we will be alone surrounded by a glittering white landscape. Later we transfer to Uyuni to take a direct flight to the city of La Paz or add on services to Potosí, Ollagüe or Villazon (La Quiaca).


UY404 ROUTE: SAN PEDRO- OJO DE PERDIZ - SALT FLATS OF UYUNI - SAN PEDRO
DURATION: 4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS
DAY 1
At a convenient time transfer from San Pedro de Atacama to Hito Cajón for an unforgettable trip across the border enjoying stunning scenery dominated by the Licancabur Volcano. One of the jewels of the Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve -the Green Lagoon- is one of the high points of our expedition in a 4x4 vehicle. The strange beauty of this lagoon is really like no other in the world. On the way out of the Green Lagoon we enter a wide landscape: the Desert of Dali, pass by the hot springs of Polques, Sol de Mañana and the Geysers. In the afternoon arrive at the hotel in the Siloli Desert.
01 OVERNIGHT IN HOTEL OJO DE PERDIZ TAYKA

DAY 2
After breakfast we will set off for the Stone Tree and Laguna Colorada where you will be able to see flamingos and where they nest. Their cries mix in with the icy wind making this desolate space even more eerie. We will continue on to the salt flats via Colchani, a small community where the salt is processed. Lunch in the middle of the salt flats.
01 OVERNIGHT IN SALT HOTEL

DAY 3
After breakfast we drive to the middle of the salt flats to see the “eyes”, salt mountains and salt blocks and visit Incahuasi Island to marvel at the huge cacti growing there. Lunch in the middle of the salt flats. This singular route takes us once again into one of the world’s most isolated areas where we will be alone surrounded by a glittering white landscape. Leaving the salt flats behind we will return southwards to Villamar where we will stay the night.
01 OVERNIGHT IN VILLAMAR

DAY 4
Early in the morning we will set out to the south to see Laguna Capina and the amazing Laguna Colorada. We will continue on to the Laguna de Challviri and the hot springs of Polques, Desert of Dali and Laguna Verde. We will cross the border at Hito Cajón to continue on to San Pedro de Atacama.


UY405 ROUTE: SAN PEDRO- OJO DE PERDIZ- SALT FLATS OF UYUNI – OJO DE PERDIZ - SAN PEDRO
4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS

DAY 1
At a convenient time transfer from San Pedro de Atacama to Hito Cajón for an unforgettable trip across the border enjoying stunning scenery dominated by the Licancabur Volcano. One of the jewels of the Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve -the Green Lagoon- is one of the high points of our expedition in a 4x4 vehicle. The strange beauty of this lagoon is really like no other in the world. On the way out of the Green Lagoon we enter a wide landscape: the Desert of Dali, pass by the hot springs of Polques, Sol de Mañana and the Geysers. In the afternoon arrive at the hotel in the Siloli Desert.
01 OVERNIGHT IN OJO DE PERDIZ TAYKA HOTEL

DAY 2
After breakfast we will set off for the Stone Tree and Laguna Colorada where you will be able to see flamingos and where they nest. Their cries mix in with the icy wind making this desolate space even more eerie. We will continue on to the salt flats via Colchani, a small community where the salt is processed. Lunch in the middle of the salt flats.
01 OVERNIGHT IN SALT HOTEL

DAY 3
After breakfast we drive to the middle of the salt flats to see the “eyes”, salt mountains and salt blocks and visit Incahuasi Island to marvel at the huge cacti growing there. Lunch in the middle of the salt flats. This singular route takes us once again into one of the world’s most isolated areas where we will be alone surrounded by a glittering white landscape. Leaving the salt flats behind we will return southwards to Villamar where we will stay the night.
01 OVERNIGHT IN OJO DE PERDIZ

DAY 4
Early in the morning we will set out to the south to see the hot springs of Polques, Desert of Dali and Laguna Verde. We will cross the border at Hito Cajón to continue on to San Pedro de Atacama.


UY406 ROUTE: SAN PEDRO – SALT FLATS OF UYUNI – OJO DE PERDIZ- SAN PEDRO
DURATION: 3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS

DAY 1
At a convenient time transfer from San Pedro de Atacama to Hito Cajón for an unforgettable trip across the border enjoying stunning scenery dominated by the Licancabur Volcano. One of the jewels of the Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve -the Green Lagoon- is one of the high points of our expedition in a 4x4 vehicle. The strange beauty of this lagoon is really like no other in the world. On the way out of the Green Lagoon we pass by the Desert of Dali, the hot springs of Polques and the community of Villamar where the highland scenery is teeming with llamas, alpacas and vicuñas. We continue through small villages, such as Culpina and San Cristobal to Uyuni where we take a paved road to Colchani on the edge of the salt flats where the villagers process salt. We then arrive at the salt flats and enjoy the sunset with a glass of wine and snacks.
01 OVERNIGHT IN THE SALT HOTEL

DAY 2
After breakfast we drive to the middle of the salt flats to see the “eyes”, salt mountains and salt blocks and visit Incahuasi Island to marvel at the huge cacti growing there. Lunch in the middle of the salt flats. This singular route takes us once again into one of the world’s most isolated areas where we will be alone surrounded by a glittering white landscape. Leaving the salt flats behind we will return southwards to our hotel in the Siloli Desert. On the way we will see the Stone Tree and Laguna Colorada, which is home to many flamingos.
01 OVERNIGHT IN OJO DE PERDIZ

DAY 3
After breakfast we leave for Hito Cajón going past Polques, the Desert of Dali and finally Laguna Verde. Transfer to San Pedro de Atacama.

UY407 ROUTE: SAN PEDRO – AVAROA RESERVE - UYUNI – TOMARAPI – PUTRE
DURATION: 4 DAYS

DAY 1
At a convenient time transfer from San Pedro de Atacama to Hito Cajón for an unforgettable trip across the border enjoying stunning scenery dominated by the Licancabur Volcano. One of the jewels of the Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve -the Green Lagoon- is one of the high points of our expedition in a 4x4 vehicle. The strange beauty of this lagoon is really like no other in the world. On the way out of the Green Lagoon we enter a wide landscape: the Desert of Dali, pass by the hot springs of Polques, Sol de Mañana, the Geysers, the majestic Laguna Colorada, home to three types of flamingos and their nests. Arrive in Villamar in the afternoon.
01 OVERNIGHT IN VILLAMAR

DAY 2
Leaving Villamar in the morning for Alota we cross the wetlands of San Agustin to reach San Juan where we will visit the pre-Columbian cemetery and museum. Lunch. After lunch we will go to Chuvica which gives us a spectacular view of the salt flats and we can visit Incahuasi Island, and travel to the north part of Tahua where we can watch the sun set while having a glass of wine and some snacks.
01 OVERNIGHT IN SALT HOTEL

DAY 3
After breakfast we continue our trip to the north crossing the salt flats of Coipasa and enjoying the region’s largest quinoa fields until we reach Sabaya. There are many archaeological sites along the way, the most important of which is in Sacabaya – burial towers from the post-Tiwanaku Carangas culture. This region is covered with saline wetlands and is home to herds of camelids. We will carry on to the paved road that takes us to the Sajama National Park and arrive at the Tomarapi Community Ecolodge at dusk at the bottom of Sajama, Bolivia’s highest mountain (6542 m.a.s.l).
01 OVERNIGHT IN TOMARAPI

DAY 4
After a traditional breakfast in Tomarapi we will visit the Laguna Huayñakota, a protected area where you will be able to see a variety of Andean birds and fauna. Then we will go for a dip in the thermal waters and walk through native queñua forests to the geysers where we will have a packed lunch before walking to the village of Sajama where we will visit the church. On the way you will see alpacas, llamas and vicuñas. In the afternoon transfer to Tambo Quemado on the border and continue on to Putre. 


UY408 ROUTE: CURAHUARA- SAJAMA- SABAYA- TAHUA – QUEMEZ- OJO DE PERDIZ –SAN PEDRO
DURATION: 6 DAYS / 5 NIGHTS

DAY 1
At an agreed time we begin our trip to Sajama National Park, one of the first protected areas in Bolivia. The arrival of Christianity and its influences can be seen in the Church of Curahuara de Carangas, also known as the Sistine Chapel of Bolivia. After this we will go to look at mysterious pre-Inca chullpas (burial towers). After a 3-hour trip we will come to community-run lodge in Sajama National Park where our lunch will be prepared using llama meat and organic vegetables. In the afternoon we will visit Laguna Huaynacota where we will be able to see certain bird species such as Chilean flamingos, crested ducks, eagles, woodpeckers and small falcons. At dusk, as we return from Tomarapi, we will visit the thermal waters and the community-run Manasaya complex where we will have dinner and stay overnight.
01 OVERNIGHT IN TOMARAPI

DAY 2
Early in the morning we will move on towards the border with Chile and the small community-based Lauca River Cultural Circuit, where we will learn about the culture and nature in the region. After an hour and a half we will reach the community of Macaya, where you can enjoy a visit to the chapel on the banks of the Laguna Macaya and see Andean birds and fauna. After this we will continue our trip south, as far as the multi-coloured chullpas from Inca times. These are beautiful burial towers painted in different colours; a clear display of respect for those buried within. After a snack, we will continue our trip towards the Laguna Saquewa where you will be able to see the three varieties of flamingo from a vantage point. Our journey continues southward, accompanied by spectacular views of the snow-capped Sajama, in search of the riches left behind by our ancestors. After a couple of hours we will arrive at Sabaya, where we will stay the night.
01 OVERNIGHT IN SABAYA

DAY 3
With the omnipresent Sabaya Mountain in sight, we will go to Alkaya, a pre-colonial cemetery, and then continue our journey to Tahua.
01 OVERNIGHT IN TAHUA

DAY 4
We will enter the majestic salt flats of Uyuni to visit at least a part of its 12,000 km² of saline crust. We will continue on to Incahuasi Island where we will visit the cactus valley and see spectacular views over the salt lake. We will continue on to the Galaxias of Awakisa to see spectacular rock formations, then to San Pedro de Quemez, where we will spend the night in the Hotel de Piedra.
01 OVERNIGHT IN SAN PEDRO DE QUEMEZ

DAY 5
The Ollagüe volcano will watch over us as we visit the lagoons of Cañapa, Hedionda and Chiarcota, and the Siloli Desert.
01 OVERNIGHT IN OJO DE PERDIZ

DAY 6
We will visit the Laguna Colorada, geysers and hot springs of Polques, Rocas de Dalí and Laguna Verde, and see the Licancahur volcano. This same day we will return to Uyuni.


UY409 ROUTE LA PAZ – UYUNI - SAN PEDRO DE QUEMEZ – OJO DE PERDIZ – UYUNI
DURATION: 4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS

DAY 1
Morning flight from La Paz to Uyuni, or arrive in Uyuni by train. Breakfast and set out for the salt flats past a small settlement called Colchani where the locals process salt. We will not stop for much time as we are aiming to get to the middle of the Salt flats to see the eyes, salt mountains and salt blocks. This singular route takes us into one of the world’s most isolated areas where we will be alone surrounded by a glittering white landscape. After a couple of hours arrive at Isla del Pescado or Incahuasi Island to look at giant cacti, birds and vizcachas that have made this island their own. At midday stop for a buffet of delicious local produce in the middle of the salt flats, and then we will move on to the salt flats. In the afternoon we take one of the hundreds of routes across the salt flats to Tahua to see the Tunupa Volcano close up, visit the Chantani Museum and the Coquesa Mummies and learn about prehispanic cultures. Watch the sun go down in a blaze of intense colours. (B.L)
01 OVERNIGHT IN A SALT HOTEL IN COLCHANI

DAY 2
After breakfast we cross the salt flats to visit the Isla Pescado, which is similar to Incahuasi Island but less visited and much more natural. Later we will cross the salt flats to go to Isla Campana where we will have lunch. We will then visit Sinalaco and Cañon de Kamacha and Cuye before reaching San Pedro de Quemez in the evening.
01 OVERNIGHT IN SAN PEDRO DE QUEMEZ

DAY 3
In the morning we will leave for the Siloli Desert enjoying wonderful scenery along the way. We will pass through Pueblo Quemado, Pueblo Refugio and have great views of the Ollagüe Volcano. We will pass by the Hedionda, Chiarcota and Ramaditas lagoons and arrive at the hotel in the middle of the desert in the evening.
01 OVERNIGHT IN OJO DE PERDIZ

DAY 4
From Ojo de Perdiz we will go to Laguna Colorada while watching three species of flamingos dance to welcome a new day; later we will discover the Geysers, Sol de Mañana, the hot springs of Polques and Laguna Verde in the south of Bolivia almost on the border with Chile. The Licancabur Volcano stands guard over the shimmering emerald-green Laguna Verde which changes with the movement of the sun. You can choose whether to go on to San Pedro de Atacama or return to Uyuni.
NB.- Going from Laguna Verde to Uyuni takes over 6 hours making this a long, tiring day. 


UY410 ROUTE: VILLAZON – UYUNI - SAN PEDRO DE ATACAMA
DURATION: 4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS

DAY 1
We will collect you in Quiaca and take you across the bridge that joins Bolivia with Argentina to then drive to Tupiza and then Uyuni. This trip takes over 8 hours through many valleys and past colourful hills and scenery somewhat reminiscent of the Wild West of old. Arrive in Uyuni at the end of the day.
01 OVERNIGHT IN UYUNI

DAY 2
Breakfast and set out for the salt flats past a small settlement called Colchani where the locals process salt. We will not stop for much time as we are aiming to get to the middle of the salt flats to see the eyes, salt mountains and salt blocks. This singular route takes us into one of the world’s most isolated areas where we will be alone surrounded by a glittering white landscape. After a couple of hours arrive at Isla del Pescado or Incahuasi Island to look at giant cacti, birds and vizcachas that have made this island their own. At midday stop for a buffet of delicious local produce in the middle of the salt flats, and then we will move on to the salt flats. In the afternoon we take one of the hundreds of routes across the salt flats to watch the sun go down in a blaze of intense colours. (B.L)
01 OVERNIGHT IN A SALT HOTEL IN COLCHANI

DAY 3
Leave from Colchani to Tahua. After we cross the salt flats we will walk to the lookout point for the Tunupa Volcano which gives us a wonderful view out over the salt flats, visit the Chantani Museum and Coquesa Mummies, discover the salt flats and appreciate the scenery. If it is the rainy season we will provide you with boots so that you can discover the wonderful reflections on the salt flats. At midday we leave the salt flats to head south to see the City of Stone. Arrive at Villamar at the end of the day.
01 OVERNIGHT IN VILLAMAR

DAY 4 SAN PEDRO DE ATACAMA
Early in the morning after breakfast leave for the south to stop off at Laguna Capina and Laguna Colorada where you can spot three types of flamingos. Continue on to Laguna de Challviri, the hot springs of Polques, the Desert of Dali and Laguna Verde at the foot of the Licancabur Volcano. Transfer to Hito Cajón or continue on to San Pedro de Atacama.


UY411 ROUTE: VILLAZON - TUPIZA – UYUNI – LAPAZ
DURATION: 4 DAYS/3 NIGHTS
DAY 1
We pick up our passengers in Quiaca to go on for about 2 hours to Tupiza. Have lunch and enjoy exploring the valley and village on horseback and in a 4x4. This area is somewhat reminiscent of the Wild West of old. Visit Angosto, el Cañón del Duende and Valle de los Machos.
01 OVERNIGHT IN TUPIZA

DAY 2
After breakfast we travel to Uyuni on a 5-hour drive through colourful scenery. We leave the valleys and slowly climb mountain passes. We will visit Huaca Huañusca where the legendary Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid were caught, continue on to Atocha and finally come to Uyuni. From Uyuni we take 15 more minutes to get to Colchani where the people process the salt, and drive out to the salt flats to watch the sun go down while drinking a glass of good wine and having some tasty snacks.
01 OVERNIGHT IN UYUNI IN SALT HOTEL

DAY 3
After breakfast we will leave from the salt hotel for Tahua. After we cross the salt flats we will walk to the lookout point for the Tunupa Volcano which gives us a wonderful view out over the salt flats, visit the Chantani Museum and Coquesa Mummies, discover the salt flats and appreciate the scenery. If it is the rainy season we will provide you with boots so that you can discover the wonderful reflections on the salt flats. At midday walk to the Chillima lookout point and ruins of Pucara. Enjoy the sunset and a starry night over the salt flats.
01 OVERNIGHT IN UYUNI IN SALT HOTEL

DAY 4
In the morning transfer to the city of La Paz or add on services to Potosí or Ollagüe.