Uyuni City Guide (Bolivia, 2026)

Backpacking in Uyuni
🏆 Top picktown ranked #1
By Johan Kruseman 🇳🇱 | Updated October 19, 2026

Uyuni is the launch pad for the largest salt flat on Earth, and the town itself exists mostly to feed, bed and dispatch the jeeps heading out across it. It sits in the southwest of Bolivia, a dusty grid of low buildings on the high plateau, reached by road or by rail from the cities to the northeast. Be blunt with your time: one afternoon covers the town. The Train Cemetery is worth a stop, the rest is a place to eat, sleep and organize. Hostels are plentiful and cheap, evenings are short and sociable, and meeting other backpackers takes no effort because everyone is sitting in the same agency queues. I once booked the first tour I was offered near the station without comparing itineraries, and I got a thin, rushed trip. Now I check each agency’s route in writing before paying. Walk Avenida Ferroviaria, where agency signs crowd the sidewalk and rusted rails still run alongside.

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Best time to go: January - October
Daily cost: US$38

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✨ Why go?
Ranked #1 town in BoliviaReasons people choose to visit here

Uyuni earns its place on a route because every classic southwest Bolivia trip starts or ends here, and the town makes that handoff painless. You can arrive off a long overland leg, sort out a multi-day jeep tour across the salt flat and the lagoons beyond, and be rolling within a day. Most travelers stay one or two nights, once before the tour and once after, and that is the right amount. The compact center is flat, easy to cover on foot, and packed with small guesthouses and hostels, so you will bump into the same faces you shared a jeep with. Evenings are quiet but friendly, built around pizza, cheap beer and trip-swapping rather than clubs. The Train Cemetery on the edge of town gives you something to do with a spare afternoon. This is a stop for solo travelers, small groups and anyone … read more 👉

Uyuni earns its place on a route because every classic southwest Bolivia trip starts or ends here, and the town makes that handoff painless. You can arrive off a long overland leg, sort out a multi-day jeep tour across the salt flat and the lagoons beyond, and be rolling within a day. Most travelers stay one or two nights, once before the tour and once after, and that is the right amount. The compact center is flat, easy to cover on foot, and packed with small guesthouses and hostels, so you will bump into the same faces you shared a jeep with. Evenings are quiet but friendly, built around pizza, cheap beer and trip-swapping rather than clubs. The Train Cemetery on the edge of town gives you something to do with a spare afternoon. This is a stop for solo travelers, small groups and anyone chasing salt-flat photos. Slow travelers who want a lingering base should look elsewhere, because Uyuni is the gateway rather than the destination.

💡 HighlightsTop highlights of Uyuni

Cementerio de Trenes (Train Cemetery): Steam locomotives and wagons from the British-built railway lie rusting in the desert a short ride from the center, and you can climb on them freely. Go in the late afternoon when low light picks out the oxidized metal and the crowds thin. Entry is free and you will want 1 to 2 hours.
Avenida Ferroviaria: The town’s main strip follows the old railway line and holds the monuments, agency offices, cafés and stalls selling llama-wool hats, gloves and sweaters. Walk it in the morning before tour departures pick up, or in the evening when stalls light up. It costs nothing to browse and takes about an hour, longer if you haggle over alpaca sweaters.
Plaza Arce: The main square is shaded and small, with a clock tower that anchors the center. Locals sit here in

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Cementerio de Trenes (Train Cemetery): Steam locomotives and wagons from the British-built railway lie rusting in the desert a short ride from the center, and you can climb on them freely. Go in the late afternoon when low light picks out the oxidized metal and the crowds thin. Entry is free and you will want 1 to 2 hours.
Avenida Ferroviaria: The town’s main strip follows the old railway line and holds the monuments, agency offices, cafés and stalls selling llama-wool hats, gloves and sweaters. Walk it in the morning before tour departures pick up, or in the evening when stalls light up. It costs nothing to browse and takes about an hour, longer if you haggle over alpaca sweaters.
Plaza Arce: The main square is shaded and small, with a clock tower that anchors the center. Locals sit here in the evening and shoeshiners work the benches. It is free and 20 to 30 minutes is plenty, ideal for orienting yourself and watching town life before dinner.
Minuteman Pizza: Run for years by a foreign owner, this is where most backpackers share their trip stories over wood-fired pizza and a drink. Expect to pay about US$7 to 12 per person, and arrive early because tables fill by dinner time. Plan 1 to 2 hours.

Day trips from town reach the Salar de Uyuni itself, the salt-harvesting village of Colchani, Isla Incahuasi with its giant cacti, the ghost mining town of Pulacayo and the high lagoons toward Laguna Colorada. Seeing everything in Uyuni itself takes about half a day.

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🏘️ NeighborhoodsUnderstanding the local layout

Uyuni is small enough to cover on foot in an afternoon, and the areas below are where your time pays off. Altitude is about 3,670 m (12,040 ft), so walk at a steady pace.

Avenida Ferroviaria and the Train Cemetery road: Rust-red locomotives from the early 1900s sit in the desert about 3 km southwest of town. Go late in the day when the metal glows and the tour buses have left. Worth the walk or a short taxi ride, and the climbing is free.
Plaza Arce and the center: A tidy plaza with a clock tower and a few cafes. Cheap set lunches and pizza spots line the streets around it. Ten minutes here is enough, but it is the best place to orient yourself and book tours.
Avenida Potosí: The main strip for tour agencies, money changers, laundry and llama-wool shops. Compare agencies here before paying. Loud,

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Uyuni is small enough to cover on foot in an afternoon, and the areas below are where your time pays off. Altitude is about 3,670 m (12,040 ft), so walk at a steady pace.

Avenida Ferroviaria and the Train Cemetery road: Rust-red locomotives from the early 1900s sit in the desert about 3 km southwest of town. Go late in the day when the metal glows and the tour buses have left. Worth the walk or a short taxi ride, and the climbing is free.
Plaza Arce and the center: A tidy plaza with a clock tower and a few cafes. Cheap set lunches and pizza spots line the streets around it. Ten minutes here is enough, but it is the best place to orient yourself and book tours.
Avenida Potosí: The main strip for tour agencies, money changers, laundry and llama-wool shops. Compare agencies here before paying. Loud, practical and very walkable.
Avenida Ferroviaria (Mercado Rodriguez area): The central market sells salteñas, api morado with pastries and cheap fried chicken plates. Eat here for the best value in town. Go in the morning for the freshest food.
Pub Row near the railway: A cluster of bars and pizzerias, including the famous Minuteman Pizza, draws tour groups at night. Expect low-key drinks, not clubbing, and most places close early. The craft stalls near the clock tower and the railway are skippable unless you need a souvenir.
Colchani: A salt-processing village about 20 km north on the edge of the salt flat. Skip it as a standalone trip. It is usually folded into tours.

⌛️ 1 day1-day itinerary for Uyuni

8:00 AM: Train Cemetery

Walk or hop a short taxi to the rusting locomotives on the edge of town, a few kilometers southwest along the old tracks. Get there before the tour jeeps roll in around 10:00 and you can climb the boilers in peace. Entry is free, and 45 minutes is plenty.

9:15 AM: Avenida Ferroviaria

Walk back into town along the railway avenue, past the old station and the Pulacayo-era rail yards. Grab a salteña or a coffee from a corner stall and watch the town wake up. Allow about 45 minutes.

10:30 AM: Mercado Municipal

Step into the covered market to see where locals actually eat. Stalls serve api morado with pastries, quinoa soup and plates of fried chicken. Eat here before noon, since food stalls thin out by early afternoon. Give it 45 minutes.

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8:00 AM: Train Cemetery

Walk or hop a short taxi to the rusting locomotives on the edge of town, a few kilometers southwest along the old tracks. Get there before the tour jeeps roll in around 10:00 and you can climb the boilers in peace. Entry is free, and 45 minutes is plenty.

9:15 AM: Avenida Ferroviaria

Walk back into town along the railway avenue, past the old station and the Pulacayo-era rail yards. Grab a salteña or a coffee from a corner stall and watch the town wake up. Allow about 45 minutes.

10:30 AM: Mercado Municipal

Step into the covered market to see where locals actually eat. Stalls serve api morado with pastries, quinoa soup and plates of fried chicken. Eat here before noon, since food stalls thin out by early afternoon. Give it 45 minutes.

12:00 PM: Monumento a la Llama and the Clock Tower

Stroll to Plaza Arce and the clock tower, the town’s modest civic heart, then continue along Avenida Ferroviaria to the Bolivian Army monument. Both are quick photo stops of about 30 minutes in total.

1:00 PM: Museo Arqueológico y Antropológico de los Andes

This small museum is rarely on the standard tour circuit. It shows regional ceramics, textiles and the elongated skulls of ancient Andean communities. Entry is under US$2, and 45 minutes covers it. Lunch afterward at a plaza restaurant is a good call.

3:30 PM: Artisan Market on Avenida Potosí

Browse alpaca sweaters, salt figurines and woven goods along the main drag. Prices drop if you buy two items from one seller. Use the hour to pick up gear for the evening cold.

5:30 PM: Colchani Salt Flat Edge

Share a taxi out to the edge of the salt flats, about 20 minutes away, and watch the white crust turn pink as the sun drops. Stalls at the salt-processing village sell small salt souvenirs. Ride back with the same driver after sunset.

🌤️ When to go?Seasonal considerations and timing

The dry months from May to October give the most reliable tours, though nights are brutal.

Dry Season (May to October): Days reach 15 to 20°C (59 to 68°F) and nights drop to -10 to -5°C (14 to 23°F) in June and July. Skies are clear, sunrise tours are dependable and the salt is crunchy. Crowds and tour prices peak in July and August.
Wet Season (December to March): Rain turns the salt flat into a thin mirror of water, the famous reflection effect. Days are 18 to 22°C (64 to 72°F) and nights hover just above freezing. Some roads close, jeep routes may change and tours cost less.
Shoulder Months (April and November): Smaller crowds, moderate prices and a chance of either condition.
Daylight: Roughly 11 to 13 hours across the year, with the longest days in December and January.

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The dry months from May to October give the most reliable tours, though nights are brutal.

Dry Season (May to October): Days reach 15 to 20°C (59 to 68°F) and nights drop to -10 to -5°C (14 to 23°F) in June and July. Skies are clear, sunrise tours are dependable and the salt is crunchy. Crowds and tour prices peak in July and August.
Wet Season (December to March): Rain turns the salt flat into a thin mirror of water, the famous reflection effect. Days are 18 to 22°C (64 to 72°F) and nights hover just above freezing. Some roads close, jeep routes may change and tours cost less.
Shoulder Months (April and November): Smaller crowds, moderate prices and a chance of either condition.
Daylight: Roughly 11 to 13 hours across the year, with the longest days in December and January.

Book a 3-day tour for the wet season if you want mirror shots, and bring a down jacket for any month.

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🛏️ Where to stay?Where staying makes the most sense

The streets around Plaza Arce and Avenida Potosí are the best area for a budget bed, because nearly everything is within a 5-minute walk. Dorm beds and basic private rooms are plentiful here, and the tour agencies and restaurants are on your doorstep. Lights and traffic keep the area lively until about 10 pm, so street-side rooms can be noisy, and a back room is worth requesting.
The second option is the blocks near the train and bus stations. This pocket suits early or late arrivals, because you can walk to a bed with a backpack in a few minutes, and the area is quiet at night. Options are fewer, … read more 👉

The streets around Plaza Arce and Avenida Potosí are the best area for a budget bed, because nearly everything is within a 5-minute walk. Dorm beds and basic private rooms are plentiful here, and the tour agencies and restaurants are on your doorstep. Lights and traffic keep the area lively until about 10 pm, so street-side rooms can be noisy, and a back room is worth requesting.
The second option is the blocks near the train and bus stations. This pocket suits early or late arrivals, because you can walk to a bed with a backpack in a few minutes, and the area is quiet at night. Options are fewer, and it is a 10 to 15 minute walk to the plaza, but the lower prices and calm help if you are leaving on an overnight departure.
Uyuni is cold enough from May to August that heating is the feature to ask about. Many budget places offer none, so extra blankets matter more than a private bathroom. Hot water can run out in the evening, so showering in the afternoon is wise. Night walks between the center and the stations are generally fine, though poorly lit streets mean you should avoid wandering far from the main roads. Booking ahead is smart for July and August, and arriving without a reservation in the low season usually works.

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🚌 Getting aroundTransportation options and practical tips

From the train station and bus terminal, both on the edge of the center, you can walk to the main plaza in 10 to 15 minutes or take a taxi for about US$1. Uyuni is flat, tiny and easy to cover by foot, which is what nearly every backpacker does. There is no city bus system, so the real transport story is the jeep tours and long-distance buses that leave town.

Walking: Free, fast and the best choice for the center. Everything from the market to the tour agencies sits within 1 km, and the altitude is the only thing slowing you down.
Taxi: A ride within town costs US$1 to 2, and a trip to the Train Cemetery is about US$2 to 4 each way. Fares are agreed beforehand because meters are not used. Worth it for early departures or heavy bags.
Long-distance buses: Overnight buses to Potosí (about 4 hours,

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From the train station and bus terminal, both on the edge of the center, you can walk to the main plaza in 10 to 15 minutes or take a taxi for about US$1. Uyuni is flat, tiny and easy to cover by foot, which is what nearly every backpacker does. There is no city bus system, so the real transport story is the jeep tours and long-distance buses that leave town.

Walking: Free, fast and the best choice for the center. Everything from the market to the tour agencies sits within 1 km, and the altitude is the only thing slowing you down.
Taxi: A ride within town costs US$1 to 2, and a trip to the Train Cemetery is about US$2 to 4 each way. Fares are agreed beforehand because meters are not used. Worth it for early departures or heavy bags.
Long-distance buses: Overnight buses to Potosí (about 4 hours, US$4 to 7), Sucre (about 8 hours, US$7 to 12) and La Paz (around 10 to 12 hours, US$10 to 20) leave mostly in the afternoon and evening. Book at the terminal or through an agency and take a warm layer, since heating is unreliable.
Train: The service toward Oruro runs several times per week and takes roughly 7 hours, costing about US$8 to 20 depending on class. It is slower than buses, but the seats are comfortable and the line is scenic. Check the schedule at the station because departures change.
Jeep tours: Multi-day 4WD trips are how you reach the salt flat, Isla Incahuasi and the lagoons. A shared 1-day tour costs about US$40 to 60, and 3-day trips to the Chilean border run about US$150 to 250, including food and basic lodging. Compare agencies in person. Ask which meals, entry fees and sleeping bags are included, and read the recent reviews. This is the transport worth spending on.

👛 Costs (as of 19 October 2026)Travel costs and budget guide for Uyuni

Uyuni costs a backpacker about US$38 to 50 a day when you stay in a dorm in high season and skip the salt flat tour, which is priced separately. Bolivia is still one of South America’s cheapest countries, but Uyuni sits at a premium because everything arrives by road and tour demand sets the prices.

Category	Budget Range	Local Reality
Dorm accommodation	US$7 to 12 (low season US$5 to 9)	Dorms in the blocks around Avenida Ferroviaria fill up before and after tour departures. Cold nights make heating or extra blankets worth asking about, and you pay in bolivianos.
Meals	US$10 to 16	A set lunch (almuerzo) at a local comedor runs US$2 to 3.50. Pizza and llama steak in tourist cafes cost US$6 to 11. The market has cheap breakfasts and salteñas for under US$1.50.
Local transport	US$0.50 to 3	Most things are

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Uyuni costs a backpacker about US$38 to 50 a day when you stay in a dorm in high season and skip the salt flat tour, which is priced separately. Bolivia is still one of South America’s cheapest countries, but Uyuni sits at a premium because everything arrives by road and tour demand sets the prices.

Category	Budget Range	Local Reality
Dorm accommodation	US$7 to 12 (low season US$5 to 9)	Dorms in the blocks around Avenida Ferroviaria fill up before and after tour departures. Cold nights make heating or extra blankets worth asking about, and you pay in bolivianos.
Meals	US$10 to 16	A set lunch (almuerzo) at a local comedor runs US$2 to 3.50. Pizza and llama steak in tourist cafes cost US$6 to 11. The market has cheap breakfasts and salteñas for under US$1.50.
Local transport	US$0.50 to 3	Most things are walkable. A taxi within town is typically US$1 to 2, and rides to the Train Cemetery add little.
Basic activities/entry fees	US$3 to 10	The Train Cemetery has no entrance fee. Small museum or market stops cost a few dollars at most. Multi-day salt flat tours (roughly US$120 to 250) are extra and not counted here.
Miscellaneous expenses	US$6 to 8	Bottled water, snacks, sunscreen, and a warm hat or gloves from the market. Hot showers or luggage storage sometimes cost US$1 to 2.
Total Daily Budget	US$38 (up to about US$50)	Based on a high-season dorm bed plus modest meals and extras.

Carry plenty of small bolivianos, since ATMs in town can run empty and tour operators and cafes often can’t break large notes. Book your salt flat tour in person after comparing two or three offices, because cash prices are often lower than quoted online.

⚠️ Prices can change and everyone travels differently, so take this as a rough guide. Hope it helps you plan your adventure!

🚌 Day tripsWhere to go beyond the main area

Uyuni works as a base for one-day trips, since the salt flat sits just north and most tours leave in the morning. Overnight trips are better for the deeper lagoons, so the options below all return the same day.Salar de Uyuni (1-Day Tour): The world’s largest salt flat is the reason to be here. Standard day tours stop at Colchani, the salt hotel, Isla Incahuasi with its giant cacti and the flat itself for perspective photos. Expect 8 to 10 hours and about US$40 to 60 shared. In the wet season the water mirror is the draw, while in the dry season the hexagon crust is easier to drive. A common mistake is skipping sunscreen and sunglasses, because the glare burns even on cool days.

👉 Explore Salar de UyuniSunset on the Salt Flat: A shorter afternoon trip leaves around 2 to 3 pm and returns after … read more 👉

Uyuni works as a base for one-day trips, since the salt flat sits just north and most tours leave in the morning. Overnight trips are better for the deeper lagoons, so the options below all return the same day.Salar de Uyuni (1-Day Tour): The world’s largest salt flat is the reason to be here. Standard day tours stop at Colchani, the salt hotel, Isla Incahuasi with its giant cacti and the flat itself for perspective photos. Expect 8 to 10 hours and about US$40 to 60 shared. In the wet season the water mirror is the draw, while in the dry season the hexagon crust is easier to drive. A common mistake is skipping sunscreen and sunglasses, because the glare burns even on cool days.

👉 Explore Salar de UyuniSunset on the Salt Flat: A shorter afternoon trip leaves around 2 to 3 pm and returns after dark, usually for US$15 to 30. It suits travelers who want the color without a long day. Bring a down jacket, since temperatures fall quickly once the sun drops.

Train Cemetery: Only 3 km from town, this field of abandoned steam locomotives is an easy half-hour ride or an hour’s walk. Entry is free. Go in the afternoon for softer light and fewer groups, and watch for sharp rusted metal when climbing.

Colchani: This salt-processing village is about 20 km north and gets a 1 to 2 hour stop on most tours. You see piles of salt, small factories and stalls selling salt carvings, with prices at roughly US$1 to 5 per item. Go by taxi for around US$10 to 15 round trip if you want to avoid a tour.

🛡️ SafetyTraveler Safety Guide

Uyuni is a calm town where the main risks are cold, altitude and tour quality rather than crime. Petty theft is occasional around the bus terminal and market, so keep your daypack in front of you and your phone out of back pockets. Walking in the center after dark is generally fine, but poorly lit side streets are better avoided, and solo travelers should use a taxi from the outskirts late at night. The most common problem is agencies overselling a tour. Compare operators in person, check that the price covers meals, park fees and sleeping bags, and get the itinerary in writing. Drivers who have been drinking or overloaded jeeps do happen, so pick a different car if the driver seems tired or reckless. Altitude sickness affects some people on arrival, so drink water, take it easy the first … read more 👉

Uyuni is a calm town where the main risks are cold, altitude and tour quality rather than crime. Petty theft is occasional around the bus terminal and market, so keep your daypack in front of you and your phone out of back pockets. Walking in the center after dark is generally fine, but poorly lit side streets are better avoided, and solo travelers should use a taxi from the outskirts late at night. The most common problem is agencies overselling a tour. Compare operators in person, check that the price covers meals, park fees and sleeping bags, and get the itinerary in writing. Drivers who have been drinking or overloaded jeeps do happen, so pick a different car if the driver seems tired or reckless. Altitude sickness affects some people on arrival, so drink water, take it easy the first day and consider coca tea. Carry a warm jacket and sunscreen, because the sun at this height burns quickly and nights are cold.

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Uyuni is worth a stop of its own, mainly because it is the base for the Salar de Uyuni, the world’s largest salt flat at roughly 10,000 square kilometers. The town itself is a dusty grid of tour offices, pizzerias and a few small museums, so the draw is the salt flat, the Train Cemetery 3 km outside town and Isla Incahuasi. Most travelers book a 1-day tour for US$25 to 45, or a 3-day jeep trip to the Lagunas and the Chile border for about US$150 to 250.

Two days in Uyuni cover the essentials: one day for the salt flat and Train Cemetery, plus a buffer for arrival and onward buses. A 1-day tour runs about 8 to 10 hours and takes in Colchani, the salt hotel area, Isla Incahuasi and a sunset stop. Add a second or third tour day, at US$150 to 250 for the 3-day route, if you want the colorful lagoons and the Siloli desert before ending at the Chilean border or back in Uyuni.

A day trip from a nearby city is hard to pull off. Potosí is about 3.5 to 4 hours away by bus (US$5 to 8) and Sucre about 8 hours, while the overnight bus from La Paz takes 10 to 12 hours (US$15 to 30). Most people therefore arrive on a night bus or train, join a tour the same morning, and leave that evening or the next day, so plan at least one night in Uyuni.

⚠️ Things can change over time, so always validate details locally before you go.

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We 💚 feedbackParting advice and final tips

Uyuni deserves one night before your tour and, if the schedule allows, one after, when you can wash off the salt and share stories. A second full day in town only makes sense if transport leaves you stranded. I would arrive early enough to walk to the Train Cemetery in the afternoon, then book the salt flat tour last, after comparing three agencies.

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Bolivia🇧🇴 | townsUyuniTrain cemetery, Salar launch, agency queues | things to do and best time to go

Backpacking in Uyuni
🏆 Top picktown ranked #1
By Johan Kruseman 🇳🇱 | Updated October 19, 2026

✨ Why go?
Ranked #1 town in BoliviaReasons people choose to visit here

💡 HighlightsTop highlights of Uyuni

Things to do around Uyuni

Salar de Uyuni tours 1 day

Private Uyuni Salt Flats Full-Day Circuit from Uyuni

3-Day Private Tour of Uyuni Salt Flats and Colored Lagoons Roundtrip from Uyuni

Private 3 Days tour Uyuni Salt Flats and Colorful Lagoons from Uyuni

Full day Salar de Uyuni with English Guide Sunset Reflections

Uyuni Salt Flats and Lagoons, 3 day semi-private tour

2-Days Uyuni Salt Flats including Laguna Colorada

Salar de Uyuni 3-Day Small-Group Tour with Laguna Colorada

Uyuni Salt Flats & Colored Lagoons – 3-Day Journey

Day tour Uyuni salt flats

🏘️ NeighborhoodsUnderstanding the local layout

⌛️ 1 day1-day itinerary for Uyuni

🌤️ When to go?Seasonal considerations and timing

✈️ The backpacker research shortcutBolivia Travel Guide

🛏️ Where to stay?Where staying makes the most sense

🚌 Getting aroundTransportation options and practical tips

👛 Costs (as of 19 October 2026)Travel costs and budget guide for Uyuni

🚌 Day tripsWhere to go beyond the main area

🛡️ SafetyTraveler Safety Guide

FAQTraveler FAQ

Other Bolivian towns near Uyuni

We 💚 feedbackParting advice and final tips

👋 Meet the founderWho’s Behind Take Your Backpack?

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Things to do around Uyuni

Salar de Uyuni tours 1 day

Private Uyuni Salt Flats Full-Day Circuit from Uyuni

3-Day Private Tour of Uyuni Salt Flats and Colored Lagoons Roundtrip from Uyuni

Private 3 Days tour Uyuni Salt Flats and Colorful Lagoons from Uyuni

Full day Salar de Uyuni with English Guide Sunset Reflections

Uyuni Salt Flats and Lagoons, 3 day semi-private tour

2-Days Uyuni Salt Flats including Laguna Colorada

Salar de Uyuni 3-Day Small-Group Tour with Laguna Colorada

Uyuni Salt Flats & Colored Lagoons – 3-Day Journey

Day tour Uyuni salt flats

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🚌 Getting aroundaddMaskedRevealAnimation('6ad7c3b59d482')Transportation options and practical tipsaddMaskedRevealAnimation('6ad7c3b59d486')

👛 Costs (as of 19 October 2026)addMaskedRevealAnimation('6ad7c3b59df3a')Travel costs and budget guide for UyuniaddMaskedRevealAnimation('6ad7c3b59df3e')

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Backpacking in Uyuni
🏆 Top picktown ranked #1
By Johan Kruseman 🇳🇱 | Updated October 19, 2026

✨ Why go?
Ranked #1 town in BoliviaReasons people choose to visit here

💡 HighlightsTop highlights of Uyuni

🏘️ NeighborhoodsUnderstanding the local layout

⌛️ 1 day1-day itinerary for Uyuni

🌤️ When to go?Seasonal considerations and timing

🛏️ Where to stay?Where staying makes the most sense

🚌 Getting aroundTransportation options and practical tips

👛 Costs (as of 19 October 2026)Travel costs and budget guide for Uyuni

🚌 Day tripsWhere to go beyond the main area

🛡️ SafetyTraveler Safety Guide

FAQTraveler FAQ

Other Bolivian towns near Uyuni

We 💚 feedbackParting advice and final tips

👋 Meet the founderWho’s Behind Take Your Backpack?