Uyuni Sunset Tour
US$ 140 private trip
Cross the Uyuni Salt Flats in a 4x4 at sunset
With the Uyuni Salt Flat Sunset Tour you will enjoy a private 4x4 tour with local wine tasting and transportation included. You will travel through the largest salt desert in the world accompanied by an expert guide and let the red sunset make you fall in love.
Can you think of a better way to end the day than enjoying a glass of wine in front of a unique sunset? We can't, and that's why we brought you this tour. Below we tell you all the details of this experience:
The most incredible sunrise in Bolivia is waiting for you and we will take you to see it.
Read on, and we will tell you how your morning in the Uyuni Salt Flats will be:
Starts
At your lodging in Uyuni at 04:00 P.M.
Ends
At 07:00 P.M. in Uyuni
Uyuni Salt Flats Sunset Tour Itinerary
04:00 pm Pick-up in Uyuni
Prepare your warm clothes, and come with your camera battery well charged, we are going to see the sunset in the Uyuni Salt Flat! The guide will pick us up at 16:00. In the company of our guide, we will get into the 4x4 vehicle and head towards the Uyuni Salt Flat, the most impressive sunset in Bolivia will be waiting for us.
Sunset in the Uyuni Salt Flat
We will enter the more than 10,000 square kilometers that form the Uyuni Salt Flat and cross its famous Salt Eyes under the last rays of sunlight. The guide will then look for the perfect location so that we can enjoy the exact moment when the sun begins to disappear. We will get off the 4x4 vehicle and put on our wellington boots. Without a doubt, this will be the ideal place to enjoy the best sunset in Bolivia.
07:00 pm Return to Uyuni
Nothing better to say goodbye to this magical sunset than with a glass of wine in hand. The guide will prepare a small tasting of local wines that we will enjoy under the last rays of light. Afterwards, we will get into the 4x4 that will take us back to the city of Uyuni, where we will finish the Sunset in the Uyuni Salt Flat tour.
Included
- Transportation in 4X4 (Toyota Land Cruiser or Nissan Patrol)
- Expert driver in the area
- Water boots (rainy season)
- Local wine tasting
Not included
- Meals
- Incahuasi Island entry ticket
Important information
During the rainy season (from December to March approximately) the itinerary may be modified, since the salt flat is flooded and some areas such as Inca Huasi Island or some accommodations may not be accessible. The flooded areas change constantly, so depending on the situation at that time the driver will offer the best alternative to enjoy the tour.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation! You can cancel this tour and you'll receive 100% refund of the amount paid if you cancel more than 48 hours in advance. After this time, or in case you do not show up, no refunds will be given.
When to book?
You can book up to 48 hours before the tour departs. Places are limited and we recommend booking in advance.
What to bring to Uyuni Salt Flats tour 1 day
- Passport
- Warm clothing
- Raincoat
- Sunglasses
- Comfortable shoes
- Sunscreen and lip balm
- Personal hygiene articles and medication
- Cash
- Camera
- Medication against altitude sickness
- Negative PCR or Certificate of Vaccination
Where does the Uyuni Salt Flats Sunset Tour start?
If you are planning to arrive from La Paz you can fly directly to Uyuni. If you plan to travel to Uyuni by land you should take a bus. We recommend taking the night bus which departs from La Paz at 8 p.m. with the company Bus Titicaca or Bus Cisne.
Upon arrival, you will have time for breakfast before starting the tour.
*If you arrive in Uyuni on the same day as the tour starts, we offer you a free transfer from the bus station or airport to Uyuni. If you arrive in Uyuni before the day the tour starts, your pickup point will be your accommodation in Uyuni.
Questions & Answers
During what times of the year can you see the Mirror Effect?
The Mirror Effect occurs during the rainy season, so it can be seen during the months of January, February and March.
How is the weather? Is it very cold?
You need to keep in mind that this tour is in a high altitude and isolated area, so during winter the weather is very cold. These are the seasons during the year. - From October to March temperatures are warm, so days are around 20ºC (68ºF) and nights are less than 5ºC (41 ºF). - From April to September temperatures are cold, so days are around 10ºC (50ºF) and nights are around -5ºC( 23ºF) It is highly recommended to wear winter clothes during June, July and August months due to these months are coldest.
How can I get from Uyuni to La Paz?
The best way to get to Uyuni from La Paz is by plane or bus. We recommend the night bus of the company Transomar, which arrives in Uyuni at 6:00 a.m.
What kind of transportation is used for the trips?
The shared tours are done in 4x4 cars with 7 seats, 4 seats for our travelers and one extra for the driver.
Is there a choice of having a vegetarian menu without gluten...?
Yes, you just need to leave a note while you are making your booking so the driver will cook a special menu for you. In case of strong allergies pay special attention and for vegetarian/vegan diets, we recommend to bring snacks or any other complement due to our food will not have a high level protein on it like tofu or tempeh.
Do I need to bring money on the tour?
Yes, due to the Incahuasi access, Eduardo Avaroa parc and hot springs are not included. Moreover, during the tour you may need to buy water or souvenir, so it is advisable to bring around 300 pesos bolivianos.
If I select the extra: English speaking guide , can the driver and the guide be the same person?
Yes, if you select the extra: English speaking guide, in some cases, your guide can also be the driver of the vehicle. Depending on the availability of the staff and the size of your group, selecting this extra, you will travel in the 4x4 vehicle accompanied by 1 guide + 1 driver or only one guide who will also be the driver.
In which hotels is pick-up not included?
The hotels Hotel Palacio de Sal, Hotel Luna Salada, Hotel Cristal Samaña and Hotel Sumaj Rijcharij do not include pick up. We offer two options, free pick up when the tour passes through the area (after visiting the train cemetery and Colchani) or the extra that includes pick up and transfer to Uyuni to start from the beginning with the whole group.
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How to book
- Pay 10 to 15 % in advance via PayPal.
- The total balance will be paid upon pick-up in cash.
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