Salar de Uyuni

Salar de Uyuni is a natural attraction in Bolivia. The Salar de Uyuni is the world's largest salt flat, about 10,600 square kilometres of hexagonal crust at 3,656 metres.

Last updated: 18 September 2026. How we calculate costs

BoliviaEntrance BOB 150 · Verified
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The Salar de Uyuni is the world's largest salt flat, about 10,600 square kilometres of hexagonal crust at 3,656 metres. In the dry season it is a blinding white plain with cactus islands; after rain a shallow film turns it into a mirror. Multi-day jeep tours continue south to coloured lagoons, flamingos and geysers near the Chilean border.

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Related activities

  • Three-day jeep tour

    Salt flat, lagoons and geysers, ending at the Chilean border.

How to get to Salar de Uyuni

Salar de Uyuni sits in Bolivia. It pairs well with Mi Teleférico, Valle de la Luna, La Paz, Isla Incahuasi, so you can group them on the same day.

Tickets and time needed

The recorded entrance fee is BOB 150, in the local currency set by the operator.

Tips for your visit

Related things to do here include Three-day jeep tour. Prices can change, so check the official source linked on this page before you go.

Salar de Uyuni FAQ

How much does it cost to visit Salar de Uyuni?

The recorded entrance fee is BOB 150, in the local currency set by the operator.

Where is Salar de Uyuni?

Salar de Uyuni is in Bolivia.

What is near Salar de Uyuni?

Nearby places include Mi Teleférico, Valle de la Luna, La Paz, Isla Incahuasi, Laguna Colorada.

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