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Salar de Uyuni

Salar de Uyuni - Everything you need to know!

Our Uyuni experts have written the most complete guide to Salar de Uyuni in Bolivia from how to get there, what to do, where to stay and much more!

The Salar de Uyuni in Bolivia (otherwise known as the Salt Flats) attracts thousands of travelers each year who come to discover the majestic Salt Flats that stretch over 10,000 kilometers of the Altiplano Mountain Range and can even be seen from space

Not only do the Salt Flats provide spectacular views and allow you get some incredible photos, but they are also home to over 70% of the world’s lithium reserves, which are often used in smartphones and laptops.

The best way to discover the Salar de Uyuni is via a local tour starting in Uyuni, with 1 day and 3 day options both available. To compare itineraries and prices, view our detailed guide!

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Salar de Uyuni - Expert tips 2025

  • How to get there: Take a bus or plane from La Paz (buses are usually recommended by most travelers).
  • How to get to La Paz: Fly with LATAM Airlines, or take Bolivia Hop Bus.
  • Best Salar de Uyuni Tour Operator: See FindLocalTrips HERE for options.
  • Best Bus Company to Uyuni: Todo Turismo

A few common questions

Salar de Uyuni is unlike anything you’ve ever seen. Its endless salt flats stretch as far as the eye can see, creating a surreal, almost otherworldly landscape. Visited by thousands each year, here are some of the most common questions.

It depends on what you want to see! From December to April, the wet season creates a breathtaking mirror effect across the salt flats. The dry season (May to November) offers crystal-clear skies and the chance to see the unique hexagonal salt patterns.

Read our detailed best time to visit Uyuni guide for everything you need to know!

Most travelers spend 2-3 days exploring Salar de Uyuni and its surroundings. This gives you time to visit the salt flats, colorful lagoons, and geysers. If you’re short on time, a day tour can still give you a taste of this otherworldly destination!

Salar de Uyuni is just the start! Don’t miss the haunting Train Cemetery, the flamingo-filled Red Lagoon, and steaming geysers. You’ll also find surreal landscapes, like the Salvador Dalí Desert and towering cacti on Incahuasi Island.

Salar de Uyuni is the world’s largest salt flat, stretching over 10,000 square kilometers. It holds half of Earth’s lithium reserves and is so flat it’s used to calibrate satellites. Fun fact: it even appears in several Hollywood movies!

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An experience like no other

The Bolivian Salt Flats is an unforgettable and amazing destination that everyone must visit once in their lifetime. Read everything about the Salar de Uyuni to make the most of your trip!