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Uyuni

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Uyuni, infinite horizons of salt

Uyuni is the gateway to the world’s largest salt flat, a landscape where the horizon seems to disappear. Routes continue toward cactus islands, volcanoes, coloured lagoons and deserts across Bolivia’s altiplano.

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Best time to visit

In the dry season, roughly May to November, geometric salt patterns appear and routes are generally more stable. The famous mirror effect may form during the rainy period when conditions align.

Weather and packing

The altiplano has intense sunshine, wind and nighttime temperatures that can fall below freezing. Pack thermal layers, sunglasses, sunscreen and water, and keep a moderate pace at altitude.

Planning your visit

Choose one day for an essential visit or three to four for the lagoon circuit. Longer programmes are demanding and use simple accommodation in remote areas. Uyuni has an airport, selected train services and buses from La Paz, Oruro and other cities. Conditions on the salt flat determine which areas are accessible.

Frequently asked questions

What should I not miss in Uyuni?

Cross the salt flat, visit Incahuasi Island when conditions allow, and see the train cemetery and salt-producing communities. Multi-day circuits reach high-Andean lagoons and geysers.

When is the best time to visit Uyuni?

In the dry season, roughly May to November, geometric salt patterns appear and routes are generally more stable. The famous mirror effect may form during the rainy period when conditions align.

What weather should I expect in Uyuni?

The altiplano has intense sunshine, wind and nighttime temperatures that can fall below freezing. Pack thermal layers, sunglasses, sunscreen and water, and keep a moderate pace at altitude.

How many days do I need in Uyuni?

Choose one day for an essential visit or three to four for the lagoon circuit. Longer programmes are demanding and use simple accommodation in remote areas.

How do I reach and get around Uyuni?

Uyuni has an airport, selected train services and buses from La Paz, Oruro and other cities. Conditions on the salt flat determine which areas are accessible.

What to see and do in Uyuni

Uyuni is the gateway to the world’s largest salt flat, a landscape where the horizon seems to disappear. Routes continue toward cactus islands, volcanoes, coloured lagoons and deserts across Bolivia’s altiplano.

Cross the salt flat, visit Incahuasi Island when conditions allow, and see the train cemetery and salt-producing communities. Multi-day circuits reach high-Andean lagoons and geysers.

Advice for planning your trip

In the dry season, roughly May to November, geometric salt patterns appear and routes are generally more stable. The famous mirror effect may form during the rainy period when conditions align. The altiplano has intense sunshine, wind and nighttime temperatures that can fall below freezing. Pack thermal layers, sunglasses, sunscreen and water, and keep a moderate pace at altitude.

Choose one day for an essential visit or three to four for the lagoon circuit. Longer programmes are demanding and use simple accommodation in remote areas. Uyuni has an airport, selected train services and buses from La Paz, Oruro and other cities. Conditions on the salt flat determine which areas are accessible.