8-Day Bolivia Adventure: Highway of Death & Uyuni Salt Flats Jeep Trek
It could be said that traveling in Bolivia is where real-adventure meets-the-road for travelers seeking to explore the far flung corners of our planet. Iincluding the famous Highway of Death and then a ramble across the rugged Uyuni Salt Flats in a self-contained jeep.
Duration
8 days / 7 nights
Group Size
4-12
Max Altitude
3,650 m / 11,975 ft
Difficulty
Moderate
Trip Begins / Ends
La Paz, Bolivia / La Paz
Accommodations
3* Boutique Hotels and Salt lodges
Overview
Discover the dramatic beauty and unique spirit of Bolivia on this unforgettable 8-day adventure that blends vibrant city life with extraordinary natural wonders. Begin in breathtaking La Paz, which is 12000 ft altitude, where a relaxed city tour introduces you to its colorful neighborhoods, the mystical Witches’ Market, and the otherworldly Moon Valley, before descending the infamous Death Road in a vehicle, to the lush, tropical village of Coroico for a relaxing overnight surrounded by waterfalls, plantations, and mountain scenery. Return to La Paz and then journey onward to the Uyuni Salt Flats, the largest salt desert in the world, for an immersive multi-day expedition featuring private 4x4 explorations, tailgate lunches on the vast white expanse, magical stargazing under pristine skies, scenic treks to ancient mummies and mountain craters, and stays in unique rustic salt lodges. Conclude your journey with visits to the haunting Locomotive Graveyard and the salt miners’ village of Colchani, where you can pick up beautiful handmade souvenirs crafted from salt and alpaca wool, before returning to La Paz. This trip offers the perfect mix of cultural immersion, high-altitude adventure, and awe-inspiring landscapes that will leave you with lifelong memories of Bolivia’s wild and magical heart.
Trip Highlights
- Experience the thrill of driving down the Bolivian Highway of Death
- Discover vibrant city life at high altitude
- Explore the crusty landscape of the Uyuni Salt Flats
- Enjoy a private 4 x 4 expedition on the Uyuni salt flats
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1Arrive La Paz Airport/ Transfer to Hotel / Relaxed City tour
Accommodation: Locally managed hotel in La Paz
Arrive La Paz Airport/ Transfer to Hotel / Relaxed City tour
Day 2Explore the Highway of Death Descending to the Semi-tropical Jungle / Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, LunchAccommodation: Boutique Hotel in Coroico
Explore the Highway of Death Descending to the Semi-tropical Jungle / Hotel
Day 3Morning Trek or Swim - Drive back to La Paz - Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, LunchAccommodation: Locally managed hotel in La Paz
Morning Trek or Swim - Drive back to La Paz - Hotel
Day 4Full Day Drive to Uyuni - Sunset at Salt Hotel - StarGazing on Bolivian Salt Flats
Meals: Breakfast, LunchAccommodation: Luxury Salt Hotel near the salar (if available)
Full Day Drive to Uyuni - Sunset at Salt Hotel - StarGazing on Bolivian Salt Flats
Day 5Expedition into the Salt Flats / Tailgate Lunch Private Island / Jeep Trek to Rustic Salt Lodge for Overnight
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation: Rustic Unheated Salt Lodge (in beds with sleeping bags)
Expedition into the Salt Flats / Tailgate Lunch Private Island / Jeep Trek to Rustic Salt Lodge for Overnight
Day 6 Visit Mummies and Salt Flat Mountain Crater / Exploring the Salt Flat Desert / Rustic Salt Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation: Rustic unheated lodge in beds with sleeping bags
Visit Mummies and Salt Flat Mountain Crater / Exploring the Salt Flat Desert / Rustic Salt Lodge
Day 7Exploring the Salt Flats / Return to Uyuni
Meals: Breakfast, LunchAccommodation: 3* Locally manager hotel in Uyuni Village
Exploring the Salt Flats / Return to Uyuni
Day 8Explore Uyuni Village - Drive back to La Paz - Transfer to La Paz Airport (or extend your stay in La Paz)
Meals: Breakfast, LunchAccommodation: End of trip
Explore Uyuni Village - Drive back to La Paz - Transfer to La Paz Airport (or extend your stay in La Paz)
What's Included
What's Included
La Paz Airport transfers on arrival and departure
3* Hotels in La Paz (with private bath and hot water), Coroico and Uyuni
Accommodations in unheated salt lodges
Meals as indicated in the itinerary including all meals on the Salt Flat jeep trek
1 Night in Luxury Salt Hotel near the Salar (subject to availability)
All ground transport in private vehicles to all activities described in the itinerary
4 x 4 Jeep, driver, cook, all meals and drinking water on the salar trek
English-speaking tour guide for all tours and activities
Not Included
Not Included
Transportation to/from La Paz, Bolivia (flights or buses)
Meals and drinking water in La Paz, Coroico and Uyuni
Madidi National Park Entry Fee (25 USD / 150 Bolivianos pp. Bring cash in Bolivianos)
Binoculars / Telescopes
Tips (at your discretion)
Travel Insurance
- Travel insurance. Visit our Travel Forms for a free Squaremouth quote, or choose your own provider.
Notes
Bolivia Altitude in La Paz is 12,500 ft above sea level and visitors should be prepared to bring remedies to help with acclimatization. Additional nights hotel in La Paz can be reserved on request. Review CDC in the US, and Boliviam Embassy for requirements for yellow fever vaccinations. Since December 2025, US citizens no longer need a visa to enter Bolivia as a tourist. (Adios Adventure Travel is not responsible for updates or changes to the immigration or entry policy for any country. It is the traveler's responsibility to monitor and comply with Bolivia entry requirements.)
Pricing
Starting from
$2,390
per person
Standard Option
8 D/7 NDeparture: Custom
- From
- $2,390
- Single supplement
- $650
Cost based on min of 4 people in double or triple rooms (except 2N on Salt Flats, the rooms may be dorm style)
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