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Sajama & Uyuni to Atacama | 6-Day Private Crossing

By Joker Expedition, Bolivia.
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$9,315 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 6d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

This extraordinary 6-day journey begins in La Paz and takes you across some of the most breathtaking landscapes in the Bolivian Andes, combining adventure, comfort, and authentic high-altitude experiences.

Along the route, we explore the remote beauty of Sajama National Park, home to Bolivia’s highest mountain, ancient Andean culture, volcanic scenery, geysers, hot springs, and native wildlife roaming freely across the Altiplano.

The expedition then continues south towards the Salar de Uyuni, where endless white horizons, colourful lagoons, surreal deserts, and dramatic volcanic landscapes create one of the most spectacular experiences in South America.

Throughout the journey, accommodation have been carefully selected to provide comfortable stays in some of the most remote and extraordinary regions of the Andes.

Crossing the remote highlands of Bolivia, we finally arrive in the Atacama Desert in northern Chile, concluding an unforgettable journey through the heart of the Andes.

Activity location

  • La Paz
    • La Paz, Bolivia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • La Paz
    • La Paz, Bolivia

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Sajama & Uyuni to Atacama | 6-Day Private Crossing

  • Activity duration is 6 days6d
    6d
  • English

Pickup included

Starting time: 9:00 AM
Price details
AU$9,315.46 x 1 AdultAU$9,315.46
Total
Price is AU$9,315.46

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    (recogida en el hotel, vehículo con aire acondicionado, wifi a bordo, etc.)
  • Exclusions
    Travel insurance

Know before you book

    • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
    • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Minimum age is 18 years
    • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
    • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
    • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required

Activity itinerary

Day 1: La Paz - Sajama National Park

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight Ecolodge Tomarapi

La Paz

  • 8h
Your journey begins with a private pickup from your hotel in La Paz. From there, we travel approximately 5 hours across the vast landscapes of the Bolivian Altiplano towards Sajama National Park. Along the route, we enjoy ever-changing Andean scenery, including volcanic landscapes, open highland plains, and opportunities to observe native wildlife such as llamas, alpacas and Andean birds in their natural habitat. Upon arrival in Sajama, we settle into one of the area’s most comfortable lodges, carefully selected to provide warmth and comfort in this extraordinary high-altitude setting. Later in the afternoon, we explore the ancient Queñua forest, one of the highest native forests in the world, followed by a visit to the traditional historic colonial church. As the day comes to an end, we enjoy the magical light of sunset with breathtaking views of the majestic Sajama Volcano — a perfect moment for photography and to experience the peaceful silence of the Andes.

Day 2: Explore Sajama National Park

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight Ecolodge Tomarapi

Sajama National Park

  • 6h
Today is dedicated to exploring the extraordinary landscapes of Sajama National Park, one of Bolivia’s most remote and breathtaking protected areas. Surrounded by snow-capped volcanoes and endless Altiplano scenery, we visit geothermal areas with active geysers and fumaroles, where steam rises from the earth in the Andean highlands. Throughout the day, we explore beautiful high-altitude lagoons where flamingos and other Andean birds can often be observed against the volcanic backdrop of the park. There are also excellent opportunities to encounter native wildlife, including vicuñas, alpacas, and llamas roaming freely across the vast plains beneath the mountains. Later, we enjoy time at the natural hot springs, where you may relax in warm thermal waters surrounded by mountain views and the peaceful silence of the Andes.

Day 3: Sajama National Park - Uyuni

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight at Luna Salada Hotel de Sal & Spa

Sajama National Park

  • 7h
After breakfast, we begin our journey south across the immense landscapes of the Bolivian Andes towards the legendary Salar de Uyuni. Today’s drive takes approximately 7 hours, crossing remote sections of the Altiplano and spectacular mountain scenery along the Andean cordillera. Along the route, we pass through traditional villages, open highland plains, volcanic landscapes, and ever-changing panoramas that reveal the raw beauty of Bolivia’s wilderness. Throughout the journey, there are opportunities to observe native wildlife, dramatic rock formations, and the vast silence that makes this region one of the most unique destinations in South America. By the afternoon, we arrive at the Salar de Uyuni, where the endless white horizon creates one of the most extraordinary natural landscapes on Earth.

Day 4: Enjoy the wonder of the Uyuni salt flats

  • 3 stops
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight at Luna Salada Hotel de Sal & Spa.

Colchani

  • 8h
After breakfast, we depart from the hotel and begin our exploration of the legendary Salar de Uyuni, the world’s largest salt flat and one of South America’s most extraordinary natural wonders. Crossing the immense white landscapes of the salar, we visit the famous salt mounds, vast reflective plains, and unique geological formations that create surreal scenery unlike anywhere else on Earth. We continue to Incahuasi Island, a spectacular rocky island covered with giant ancient cacti and surrounded by endless white horizons, offering breathtaking panoramic views across the salt flats. Later, we enjoy a private lunch experience in the middle of the Salar with beautiful views towards the majestic Tunupa Volcano — a unique moment immersed in the silence and immensity of the Altiplano. Before ending the day with a spectacular sunset over the Salar de Uyuni, as the changing colours of the sky reflect.

Isla Incahuasi

  • 45m
  • Admission ticket included
Photo stop

Salar de Uyuni

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Photo stop and visit.

Day 5: Uyuni Salt Flats – Altiplano Lagoons & Siloli Desert

  • 4 stops
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight Hotel Tayka del Desierto

Valle De Rocas

  • 6h
  • Admission ticket included
After breakfast and pickup from the hotel, we begin our journey towards the remote landscapes of the Southern Altiplano, one of the most spectacular and untouched regions of Bolivia. Crossing volcanic plains and vast highland scenery, we visit a series of beautiful Altiplanic lagoons, including Cañapa, Hedionda, Ramaditas, and other hidden lakes surrounded by mountains and dramatic desert landscapes. Along the route, there are excellent opportunities to observe pink flamingos, Andean wildlife, colourful mineral lagoons, and impressive volcanoes rising above the silence of the Altiplano. We also explore the fascinating Valley of Rocks, where giant volcanic formations shaped by wind and time create surreal natural scenery in the middle of the desert. Later, we continue through the famous Siloli Desert, known for its immense open landscapes, volcanic colours, and unique high-altitude wilderness that make this region one of the most extraordinary areas of the Andes.

Laguna Canapa

  • 30m
Photo stop

Laguna Hedionda

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Photo stop

Siloli Desert (Pass by)

Photo stop

Day 6: Altiplano Lagoons – Atacama, Chile

  • 6 stops
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch
  • Accommodation: Not included

Siloli Desert

  • 4h
  • Admission ticket included
Along the route, we visit the iconic Stone Tree, a remarkable volcanic rock formation sculpted by centuries of wind erosion in the middle of the high-altitude desert. We then explore the stunning Red Lagoon, famous for its intense colours, Andean wildlife, and large colonies of pink flamingos. Continuing across the remote wilderness of the Eduardo Avaroa Reserve, we visit active geysers and volcanic fumaroles before arriving at the Polques hot springs, where you may enjoy the extraordinary scenery surrounded by mountains and geothermal landscapes. Later, we cross the surreal Dalí Desert, known for its dreamlike volcanic scenery, before reaching the beautiful Green Lagoon and White Lagoon at the foot of the Licancabur Volcano near the Chilean border. After completing the border formalities, we continue towards San Pedro de Atacama, Chile, where we will comfortably transfer you to your hotel of preference.

Arbol de Piedra

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Photo stop

Laguna Colorada

  • 45m
photo stop

Geiser Sol de la Manana

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
photo stop

Aguas Termales de Polques

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
photo stop

Laguna Verde

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
photo stop

Location

Activity location

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    La Paz
    • La Paz, Bolivia

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    La Paz
    • La Paz, Bolivia

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