The Bolivian Altiplano
Explore the arid Bolivian Altiplano with its salt lake, deserts and mountains.
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Uncover the most enchanting landscape in Bolivia while camping out under the stars in the world’s largest salt flat, staying in a luxurious private airstream camper.
Travelling between islands of cacti and remote villages in the company of a private guide, scout for sizeable populations of llamas, interact with salt-processing locals and sip sun-downers on the vast Bolivian salt plains while dinner is prepared by a chef.
Key Highlights of this Itinerary
Isla Pescado
Climb Isla Pescado, a rocky cacti-covered oasis in the middle of the Salar de Uyuni.
Unique Wildlife
Spend time capturing images of this other worldly destination and its resident llama populations.
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Salt Dreams
Sleep in style in a shiny Airstream camper, complete with a private guide and chef.
Why we like it
Simply put, the Bolivian salt flats must be seen to be believed – but this memorable extension through the “Mirror of the Heavens” is quite unlike any other. Staying a classic aluminium Airstream trailer, you will travel in the company of an expert private guide with a 4×4 vehicle and have the luxury of a professional chef on hand who will prepare memorable al fresco dishes. The Salar de Uyuni is the largest and highest salt flats in the world, and you will have the unique vantage point of standing in the middle of this epic landscape with nothing but brilliant white salt as far as the eye can see.
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Day 1
La Paz - Uyuni - Salar de Uyuni
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Day 2
Salar de Uyuni
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Day 3
Salar de Uyuni - Uyuni - La Paz
Day 1
La Paz - Uyuni - Salar de Uyuni
Day 2
Salar de Uyuni
Stay in comfort and style in your shiny airstream camper, complete with private guide and chef.
Day 3
Salar de Uyuni - Uyuni - La Paz
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Bolivian Andean Altiplano
Travel to the world’s largest salt plain and spend several days exploring the area including the rocky outcrop of Isla Pescado, an island oasis of fossils and thousands of cacti. Venture to the small village of Jirira at the foot of the Thunupa Volcano and hike to the cave of the Coquesa Mummies, or drive to nearby lagoons filled with flamingos, passing herds of llamas and small salt-mining communities.
Sleep in an Airstream
Have an exclusive and memorable stay in an Airstream, revelling in the unique opportunity to dine on the salt flats under the shade of a parasol or stargaze at the mind blowing night canvas overhead. A private guide and chef are on hand to enhance your experience, whilst the camper itself offers electric blankets, a hot shower and a dinky mini bar. Sipping a glass of wine from Tarija whilst the sun sets over this otherworldly landscape is truly out of this world.
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A note on price
Prices will vary depending on the time of year you are travelling. Prices do not include international flights. Please ask one of our Travel Experts for an accurate quote. Flights purchased through Steppes Travel departing from the UK are ATOL protected.
This Itinerary
Price
From $4,894 Per person
When to travel
Bolivia in January
November to March is summer and wet season in Bolivia. The salt flats often have a layer of water over the top of them, which can make for stunning photographs. However the Altiplano still does not receive much rainfall, it is the Amazon and lowlands that become very wet. Roads can become impassable so river travel is a better option. Temperatures are a little higher across the country.
Bolivia in February
November to March is summer and wet season in Bolivia. The salt flats often have a layer of water over the top of them, which can make for stunning photographs. However the Altiplano still does not receive much rainfall, it is the Amazon and lowlands that become very wet. Roads can become impassable so river travel is a better option. Temperatures are a little higher across the country.
Bolivia in March
November to March is summer and wet season in Bolivia. The salt flats often have a layer of water over the top of them, which can make for stunning photographs. However the Altiplano still does not receive much rainfall, it is the Amazon and lowlands that become very wet. Roads can become impassable so river travel is a better option. Temperatures are a little higher across the country.
Bolivia in April
April to October is the dry, winter season. This is also the high season, with visitors taking advantage of the clearer skies in the Altiplano and slightly cooler temperatures in the lowlands. Altitude massively impacts temperatures in Bolivia, more than season in fact. It is worth booking accommodation in advance to secure the best places.
Bolivia in May
April to October is the dry, winter season. This is also the high season, with visitors taking advantage of the clearer skies in the Altiplano and slightly cooler temperatures in the lowlands. Altitude massively impacts temperatures in Bolivia, more than season in fact. It is worth booking accommodation in advance to secure the best places.
Bolivia in June
April to October is the dry, winter season. This is also the high season, with visitors taking advantage of the clearer skies in the Altiplano and slightly cooler temperatures in the lowlands. Altitude massively impacts temperatures in Bolivia, more than season in fact. It is worth booking accommodation in advance to secure the best places.
Bolivia in July
April to October is the dry, winter season. This is also the high season, with visitors taking advantage of the clearer skies in the Altiplano and slightly cooler temperatures in the lowlands. Altitude massively impacts temperatures in Bolivia, more than season in fact. It is worth booking accommodation in advance to secure the best places.
Bolivia in August
April to October is the dry, winter season. This is also the high season, with visitors taking advantage of the clearer skies in the Altiplano and slightly cooler temperatures in the lowlands. Altitude massively impacts temperatures in Bolivia, more than season in fact. It is worth booking accommodation in advance to secure the best places.
Bolivia in September
April to October is the dry, winter season. This is also the high season, with visitors taking advantage of the clearer skies in the Altiplano and slightly cooler temperatures in the lowlands. Altitude massively impacts temperatures in Bolivia, more than season in fact. It is worth booking accommodation in advance to secure the best places.
Bolivia in October
April to October is the dry, winter season. This is also the high season, with visitors taking advantage of the clearer skies in the Altiplano and slightly cooler temperatures in the lowlands. Altitude massively impacts temperatures in Bolivia, more than season in fact. It is worth booking accommodation in advance to secure the best places.
Bolivia in November
November to March is summer and wet season in Bolivia. The salt flats often have a layer of water over the top of them, which can make for stunning photographs. However the Altiplano still does not receive much rainfall, it is the Amazon and lowlands that become very wet. Roads can become impassable so river travel is a better option. Temperatures are a little higher across the country.