CHILE: Uyuni Salt flats– 4 days

Day 1: LAGOONS AND FLAMINGOS

• Transport: – 4x4WD – Driver/guide/cook
• Accomodation: hostal (Villa Mar + 3.990 m)
• Included meals: lunch and dinner

Day 2: VOLCANIC FORMATIONS

• Transport: – 4x4WD – Driver/guide/cook
• Accomodation: hostal (San Agustin + 3.840 m)
• Included meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 3: UYUNI SLAT FLATS

• Transport: – 4x4WD – Driver/guide/cook
• Hospedaje: hostal (Villa Mar 4.010 masl)
• Included meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 4: RETURN TO SAN PEDRO DE ATACAMA

• Transport: – 4x4WD – Driver/guide/cook
• Included meals: Breakfast

PRICE 2023-24

Starting from 280 usd per person (based on two people sharing)

Included:

• Pick up and drop off in San Pedro de Atacama
• Shared transport – minibus in CHile and 4x4 shared with up to 6 people in Bolivia
• Driver, guide and cook, all in one great person!
• Comidas – desayuno, almuerzo y cena.
• 3 nights – shared room
• A roadbook with all the information needed during the trip (flight details, departure times, vouchers, etc.).
• TransHumans assistance during the whole duration of the trip

Not included:

• International and domestic flights (these can be arranged for you)
• Single room supplement
• You will need to reach San Pedro de Atacama for this trip. We can arrange for this trf but is not included in the price
• Entrance fees to Parks
• Medical and cancellation travel insurance

.... overall anything not mentioned in the "Included" section.

Why travelling with TransHumans?

• Accommodation has been selected primarily based on quality and hygiene criteria.
• Local partners are fairly compensated.
• 1% of the price finances a local educational project.

What to bring:

• Swimming suite and towel (for themal pools)
• Sun glasses
• Sunscreen
• Personal care products
• Flashlight
• Drinkable Water
• Sleeping bag
• Passport or travel document. If you are a foreign resident in Chile, you must carry both documents to pass customs
• Between Bs. 350 and Bs. 500 for expenses not included in the tour (entrance fees, taxes, restrooms, water, souvenirs, and other items).

Restrictions:

Given that the tour operates mainly at altitudes exceeding 4000 meters, in a confined vehicle, and without medical assistance along the way, the following people cannot take part in the tour:

• Suitable for people between 6 and 70 years only
• Pregnant women
• People who weigh over 100kg
• People with a cardiac history
• People who suffer from diseases caused by respiratory disabilities such as asthma

Visas for Foreigners:

Passengers from Chile and the rest of South America, as well as passengers from Western Europe, do not require a tourist visa. However, passengers from the United States, Central America, Asia, and Africa do require a tourist visa, which costs US$ 160. The visa is obtained directly at the border, where you will need to present your passport and other documents along with the cash payment for the visa. If you are a foreign resident in Chile, in addition to your passport, you must bring your identity card to prove your residency to the customs authorities. It is important that you check with your embassy before adquiring this trip.

Patagonian Winter:

Between January and April, the region experiences the climatic event known as the Altiplanic Winter, characterized by increased rainfall in the central Andes. This phenomenon may lead to adjustments in the outlined itinerary. Specifically, the second night's accommodation will be in Uyuni, and the visit to Incahuasi Island will be omitted due to heightened water levels during this rainy period.

The famous mirror effect occurs when there is water on the salt flat. This phenomenon only happens during periods of rainfall (Patagonian winter).

Weather

During summer (December to March), temperatures range from approximately 4°C as the minimum to 23°C as the maximum. In winter (June to September), temperatures range from approximately -20°C as the minimum to 16°C as the maximum.

Altitude sickness:

Altitude sickness also known as acute mountain sickness (AMS) or soroche (from Quechua "suruqchi" or "suruqch'i"), is the body's failure to adapt to hypoxia, or the lack of oxygen, experienced at high altitudes. Symptoms include fatigue, headache, difficulty breathing, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, and sleep disturbances. Rapid changes in altitude intensify these effects. Therefore, acclimatization is crucial; ascending gradually allows for slow and progressive adaptation, which helps prevent altitude sickness. Staying hydrated and maintaining a balanced diet is essential. It is recommended to avoid alcohol, tobacco, and heavy meals.

Among the natural remedies used for centuries by local populations are coca leaves, which can be consumed as an infusion, in the form of candies, or by chewing them directly, allowing their juice to be released slowly in the mouth.