Salar de Uyuni
Salar de Uyuni
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The world's largest salt plain is a popular and scenic destination for tour groups.
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ryan donald
1 contribution
Nov 2022
Absolutely wonderful. It tasted great. Very salty! It's super flat like the minecraft world. Definitely a bucket list item. I'm super happy right now.
Written 1 November 2022
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Yoshimato O
Ohio City, CO3 contributions
Mar 2022
What a nice place on this amazing world, we still have many things to discover and this place has to be on your bucket-list. you have the option to get here in a tour of 4 days in a 4runner trucks. I was in shock when I saw it on my first time, i highlight recommed to visit it.
Written 17 March 2022
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Laura G
California6 contributions
Jan 2022
This plce is unbelievable hidden place in the Andes of South America,
Try to go on january to se the reflection of the contellation this is such amazing view as I had never seen in my life.
Try to go on january to se the reflection of the contellation this is such amazing view as I had never seen in my life.
Written 5 February 2022
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makalu8000
Toronto, Canada1,083 contributions
Aug 2021 • Friends
The flattest place on the planet and every hour the view changes. Salar de Uyuni exceeds all expectations and is truly a top ten bucket list adventure. We spent 3 days exploring the salt flats, islands and the Tunupa volcano.
If you are visiting Bolivia make sure you do not miss out. Amazing. Superb. Fantastic!
If you are visiting Bolivia make sure you do not miss out. Amazing. Superb. Fantastic!
Written 8 August 2021
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Wills Patricia
Manchester, UK12 contributions
May 2021
We were told how great this is. The majesty described to us was big. But this place is just average. We were totally not bowled over. Guide and his cheerfulness was the only good thing.
Written 23 May 2021
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sebastian morales cuncanchun
Bogota, Colombia4 contributions
Apr 2021
Hi! My name is Sebastian. I'm from the Colombia
I are going to The Salar de Uyuni, the largest salt desert in the world, is a place that seems to have come from a dream.
Everything seems to float, especially the islands seen in the distance. It is a unique landscape and an unforgettable experience.
Have you ever been to Bolivia?
It is the first time that I am in Bolivia, I have already had three Coca-Cola today. because I don't think I can see, I haven't chosen my path yet, the floor is white and the weather is freezing but the people here have already found a place with water, but it is a very salty puddle
My family has not had a vacation since last summer, I have never been in the magic of the place, I have also never been in space, but I think that looking at the planet from the outside you could see a white spot on the earth
Many people come here to do commercials, I have seen well-known car brands and perfumes, it is possible for us to get closer. you can find houses made of salt up to the hotel is not to believe
the only bad thing is that if you want to eat something, the hotel is far away
I'm glad I shared this
I are going to The Salar de Uyuni, the largest salt desert in the world, is a place that seems to have come from a dream.
Everything seems to float, especially the islands seen in the distance. It is a unique landscape and an unforgettable experience.
Have you ever been to Bolivia?
It is the first time that I am in Bolivia, I have already had three Coca-Cola today. because I don't think I can see, I haven't chosen my path yet, the floor is white and the weather is freezing but the people here have already found a place with water, but it is a very salty puddle
My family has not had a vacation since last summer, I have never been in the magic of the place, I have also never been in space, but I think that looking at the planet from the outside you could see a white spot on the earth
Many people come here to do commercials, I have seen well-known car brands and perfumes, it is possible for us to get closer. you can find houses made of salt up to the hotel is not to believe
the only bad thing is that if you want to eat something, the hotel is far away
I'm glad I shared this
Written 12 April 2021
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BLANCA G
14 contributions
Apr 2021 • Friends
We had the most remarkable family tour with ollagueTravels. everything was perfect, our tour guide , Dilmer, cared about us, and did his best to make this trip memorable.
Written 6 April 2021
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Noha M
Houston, TX37 contributions
Dec 2020
This place is a must-visit if you are in Bolivia. I went at the beginning of the wet season to see the mirror effect and pictures don't do it justice.
Written 8 January 2021
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Shlomi G
Tel Aviv, Israel317 contributions
Oct 2019
Without a doubt one of the most stunning and special places in the world we have toured, it is advisable to book a three-day tour well in advance from one of the leading companies in the area, rather than from small companies.
Written 28 September 2020
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Janoek B
Tholen, The Netherlands62 contributions
Oct 2019
You can of course go on your own. There are even people who do it by bike.
But we (and most) do it with a jeep tour. That means first having to spend 8 hours on the bus to get from La Paz to Uyuni. And then a jeep tour for a few days on bad roads to see the salt flats (try to combine it with Reserva Nacional de Fauna Andina Eduardo Avaroa). But it is really worth it!
Bring warm clothing en a good sleeping bag (or rent one). Make sure your tour guide speaks good english (unless you speak good spanish yourself).
But we (and most) do it with a jeep tour. That means first having to spend 8 hours on the bus to get from La Paz to Uyuni. And then a jeep tour for a few days on bad roads to see the salt flats (try to combine it with Reserva Nacional de Fauna Andina Eduardo Avaroa). But it is really worth it!
Bring warm clothing en a good sleeping bag (or rent one). Make sure your tour guide speaks good english (unless you speak good spanish yourself).
Written 2 September 2020
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Karla A
45 contributions
Hola estare viajando a el salar en enero del 2023 , vamos un grupo de 22 personas en cuenta una niña de 5 y una de 8 años quisiera saber si es apto para realizarce con niños el recorrido de 2 noches 3 dias por el salar , ademas a que distancia se encuentra san pedro de atacama una vez que finaliza el reccorrido por el salar para considerar salir por chile en lugar de retornar por uyuni , espero atenta sus recomendaciones, gracias
Angela
15 contributions
Hola, yo estuve en el salar en abril de 2022, es un lugar muy bonito asà como las lagunas y los paiseajes de los nevados, que creo que es el recorrido que vas a hacer. Las distancias son largas pero todo se hace en carro, casi no tienes que caminar. Nosotros llegamos muy cerca a Chile pero en ese momento la frontera estaba cerrada por lo que no pudimos ir hasta San Pedro de Atacama, pero me parecÃa mejor opción que volver a Uyuni. Saludos
Safari861916
Ameglia, Italy8 contributions
Ciao! Vorrei andare nel salar de Uyuni a giugno, partendo dal Perù!Al momento sembrerebbe che per entrare in Bolivia occorra anche un certificato di esito negativo ad un tampone! Qualcuno di recente è stato in Bolivia?Sapete come è organizzato il Perù con i tamponi?
Natan A
Manaus, AM
Quem for para BolÃvia TENHO $1000 em pesos boliviano moro em Manaus faço troca pelo nosso real $700
Natan A
Manaus, AM
Olá, Tenho $1000 pesos boliviano moro em Manaus e quero trocar por real o valor é equivalente a $700 reais. interessado facilito.
Olá! Alguém sabe me dizer se a fronteira terrestre do Chile para a BolÃvia está aberta? Atualmente é possÃvel chegar ao Salar de Uyuni saindo do deserto do Atacama?
Mauricio C
10 contributions
Boa tarde, alguém possui pesos bolivianos para vender ou sabe informar onde posso adquiri-los?
É fácil trocar real por peso já estando na BolÃvia?
Eco Rutas Travel
San Pedro de Atacama, Chile48 contributions
Olá Mauricio, quando você estiver na BolÃvia há casas de câmbio para fazer trocas de pesos reais para pesos bolivianos
danielasI1810IN
263 contributions
Hola Marta. desde dónde saliste para ir a Uyuni por San Pedro de Atacama? estoy queriendo ir, sola, y pensaba ir a Salta y desde alli a Uyuni y regresar por Chile.
Boa tarde, tenho 1000 pesos bolivianos, não consigo achar nenhuma casa de câmbio que compre. Alguém poderia me ajudar como e aonde consigo vender? Obrigada
Mauricio C
10 contributions
Boa noite Cris, tudo bem?
Você ainda possui os pesos bolivianos para vender?
Obrigado!!
kellkell3838
Boston, MA2 contributions
Does anyone know what time the tour ends on the 3rd day
Noha M
Houston, TX37 contributions
When I was there end of December, there were no 3 days tours because part of the national park was closed( I don’t remember which part now). My friend in Houston was in contact with a tour agent based in Santa Cruz who assured her that part of the park is open. I ended up not using him for scheduling issues, but I was lucky because when I arrived in Uyuni all companies confirmed that there are no 3 days tour. It’s better to contact the tour company directly on WhatsApp (it seems like it’s the preferred method of communication in Bolivia. I had a great experience with Andes Salt, they were responsive, professional, and honest. But regardless of the company you choose, I recommend to choose one that is based in Uyuni.
Hello! I've been looking at different photos of this beautiful place. I especially love the blue ones reflecting the fluffy white clouds. What time of the year and what time of the day would be ideal for this view? Should I research the weather in advance or will the attraction company I book with be able to assist me?
Thank you!
Happy travelling!
Marcelle
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