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OVERLAND SAJAMA-UYUNI
05 DAYS-04 NIGHTS
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La Paz, Sajama National Park and the amazing Uyuni salt flats
(Nature / culture)
The Sajama National Park includes geological natural wonders like volcanoes, diverse organisms, and thermal springs, and also cultural wonders such as ancient burial buildings, cave paintings, and colonial architecture and art. There are numerous geysers and hot springs which are about an hour walk from the village of Sajama.
Plants and animals must be able to handle high altitudes with less available oxygen, cold nightly temperatures and frosts well into the spring, little shade or protection from the elements, and arid, dry conditions.
Uyuni salt flat, at nearly 12,000 feet above sea level, the Salar dazzles the eye and plays optical tricks on you with what look like white hexagonal tiles of salt that seem to go on forever. In winter (our summer), you can drive across it. In summer (our winter), the Salar becomes a giant puddle, and the reflection of sky and clouds seems to reflect the entire world.
IS THIS TOUR FOR ME?
Experience: Nature
Get in touch with Mother Earth
Quality: Superior
Travel with professional guides, enjoy longer at attractions and stay in comfortable accommodations.
Tour Type: Adventure
If you enjoy short walks, long drives, just been relaxed looking through the window the amazing sceneries, it is a very good option.
Activity Level: Medium
Perfect for any fitness level
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ITINERARY
DAY 1: LA PAZ-SAJAMA (L,D)
Pick up from hotel at 07.30 hours, the adventure starts leaving to La Paz city toward the mystic “Altiplano Sur”, the first stop will be in the funeral towers (an small archeological site), which probably belonged to the civilization “Urus”.
The place for lunch is near the “Desaguadero” River (It formerly connected the salt flats with Lake Titicaca) according to some researchers, more than 9000 years ago it could have been a canal connecting large cities in the Andes (Atlantida).
You continue toward the Sajama National Park (4200), there are some optional hikes suggested by the guide, after a little rest, the next place to visit are the Geysers and then, time to relax into the hot springs, watching an amazing sunset, the golden and blue colors over the majestic 6k Sajama volcano.
*Accommodation in: Hostel Sajama (private bathrooms, Wi-Fi)
DAY 2: SAJAMA - JIRIRA (B, L, D)
An early start and back to the road, crossing Coipasa Salt Flats, on the way you’ll see some very ancient villages as Pampa Ullagas, which according of the British investigator, could be the lost city “Atlántida”.
The adventure continues in the way to Uyuni salt flats, just before the end of the afternoon you’ll have a stop at the mysterious town “Alcaya” where fish men (culture Wankarani) lived. Also you’ll have the chance to watch the stunning sunset on the salt flats, an incomparable experience. Ending the day a yummy dinner awaits for you at the accommodation, so, optionally, after dinner it’s go for a walk, to see the stars (stargazing on the salt flats) taking pictures that will make you think you are in a science fiction movie.
*Accommodation in: Hostal Sajama-Tawa (private bathrooms, wifi, hot showers), Hotel Tayka de Sal
DAY 3: JIRIRA – UYUNI (B, L)
After breakfast, you start the adventure in the amazing Uyuni salt flat, where you’ll have the time to take the craziest photos ever. A delicious lunch in the middle of a white desert will give you energy to do a walk in one of the islands where there are rocks formations, giant’s cactus and more.
You’ll continue your adventure visiting Colchani craft market, and the overnight will be in Uyuni town.
* Tayka – Uyuni hotel
DAY 4: UYUNI -OJO DE PERDIZ (B, L, D)
For day 4, you will have a nice drive, heading to “Eduardo Avaroa” National Park a vast area where you’ll see colorful volcanoes, the ethereal “Siloli desert”, and the valley of rocks.
When NASA was here they said.” We were looking for a place on the earth similar to planet MARS, and we found it, here”
The hotel accommodation is in the middle of no where in the Siloli desert (4500) with a unique sunset.
*Accommodation in: Hotel Tayka del Desierto
DAY 5 OJO DE PERDIZ –UYUNI OR SAN PEDRO DE ATACAMA (CHILE) (B,L)
In day 5, expect for a long drive an early start, but full of adventures. The lake characterized by thousands of flamingos, the famous “stone tree”, geysers, which is the highest point on the trip (4900mts).
You will have time to enjoy the hot springs (40°), and have one more delicious lunch, then, you’ll enjoy the views in Salvador Dali desert and its sceneries, if you return to Uyuni, you’ll do an easy hike in the newest touristic attraction, the black lake (Catal).
Or the option for Chile (border crossing to San Pedro de Atacama).
INCLUDES
✓ Meals according program (B=breakfast; L=lunch; D=dinner)
✓ Water during the tour
✓ Professional guide
✓ Jeep 4×4 off road and driver
✓ Accommodation according the program
✓ All entrance fees
DOES NOT INCLUDE
✖ Beverages in hotels Tayka
✖ Public toilets ($ 6)
✖ Tips
✖ Additional features
WHAT TO BRING?
Flashlight (torch) – the lights go out when the generator runs dry.
Coins and small bills – The bathrooms aren’t free.
Sunglasses – The salt flats are blinding.
Camera, extra battery and loads of memory cards – There are no better pictures than here. If you do the 3 day tour you will usually be able to recharge batteries on
the first evening (24h electricity) and a bit on the second evening (2h electricity with a generator).
Extra water – Very important!! The tour usually provides an inadequate supply. An extra 2L bottle per day
Sunblock and hat – At 3.5km above sea level there is significantly less atmosphere to absorb the sun’s ultraviolet radiation.
Sleeping bag – You can rent one with the tour. Down is best, and check to see that the zipper works. This is mainly needed in the winter time. Outside of winter this was not needed.
Warm clothes – Layered is best.
Flip-flops – The restroom facilities are shared.
Towel – None are available during the tour.
Extra snacks, especially fruit and protein – The food is adequate in quantity but tends to be heavy on starches.
Lip Balm – Sun, wind and dry air will crack them up.
Bolivia requires a tourist visa ($160 for U.S. citizens) as well as a Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate to enter the country.
ABOUT
About our guides
The tours are with English-speaking guide, professional guide 5-year university Education, first aid and mountaineering training. With accreditation for national parks and all required by law in Bolivia.
About our menus
The menus we offers includes options for vegetarians, celiacs,etc, we have options for all claims, and we place special focus on traditional Bolivian food. In addition we use many organic products and fresh fruit.
About our cars and drivers
Cars as well as buses are safe; our drivers are not allowed to consume alcoholic beverages while traveling, in order to be well communicated our team use Handies, all with the utmost professionalism possible.
PRICE CHART
IN U$ AMERICAN DOLLARS
PRIVATE TOUR
PRICE X PERSON
01 pax:
02 pax: $1380
03 pax: $1110
04 pax: $909
05 pax: $720
*the price could be change
DESCRIPTION
- 01 private off-road jeep
- Accommodation according program
- Meals according program
- English speaking guide
- All entrances fees
- Snacks and water
OTHER ITEMS
Bus from Uyuni to La Paz
Price x person $ 25
Bus cama, heating, bathroom, blanket
Private transfer to San Pedro de Atacama
Total price
$ 200
Sleeping bag
Price x person $ 20
Highly recommended for winter season
Flight from La Paz to Uyuni (round trip)
price x person $ 160 (approx.)
Prices according seasons
Upgraded accommodation
Price x person from $30 to $150
There are all types of accommodations. Luxury-standard and basic.
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