Salar de Uyuni is one of Bolivia’s top tourist destinations. In 2019, it was awarded the “Best Natural Tourist Attraction in South America” by the World Travel Awards. Salar de Uyuni is the world’s largest salt flat, covering an area of 11,000 square kilometers. Located in the southwest of Bolivia, in the department of Potosí, Salar de Uyuni is in the Andes mountain range at an altitude of 3,650 meters above sea level.
The entire group gathers at the Skyline Traveller office in Uyuni, and we head to the Salar. We find a strategic spot to witness the world’s most colorful sunset, followed by the stars.
We return to Uyuni, leaving you with memories of an unforgettable experience in this dreamlike and ethereal landscape that defies explanation.
This tour typically includes a journey across the vast Uyuni Salt Flats, offering a chance to see the landscape transform under the changing colors of the sunset. The tour often includes stops at key landmarks like the salt hotel and Incahuasi Island.
The sunset tour usually lasts about 3 to 4 hours, starting in the late afternoon. The exact start time can vary depending on the time of year and the expected sunset time.
It’s recommended to bring warm clothing as temperatures can drop quickly after sunset. Also, don’t forget your camera, sunglasses, and a hat for sun protection earlier in the day.
Yes, transportation is typically provided from Uyuni town to the salt flats and back. Confirm the details with your tour operator, including pick-up and drop-off points.
The sunset tour is ideal for photography, offering unique opportunities to capture the vastness of the salt flats with the stunning backdrop of the setting sun. Reflection shots are also popular if there is water on the salt flats.