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Welcome to Uyuni<\/strong>, the gateway to one of the world’s craziest landscapes: the Salar d’Uyuni<\/strong>, the largest salt desert on the planet. If you’re planning a trip to Bolivia, there’s a good chance that this stage is right at the top of your list… and you’re right. <\/p>\n\n

But beyond the famous mirror photos and the 4x4s speeding across the salt, you may be wondering what to do in Uyuni<\/strong>, how to organize your excursion, or what not to miss.<\/p>\n\n

In this article, I’ll share with you the best things to do in and around Uyuni<\/strong>, practical advice on how to make the most of your visit, and everything you need to know to equip yourself, book and live the experience to the full.<\/p>\n\n

\ud83d\udc49 To save time, you can also consult this selection of excursions in Uyuni and South Lipez<\/u><\/a> offered by reliable local guides.<\/p>\n\n

We’re off to one of the most beautiful places in South America. Fasten your seat belt, it’s going to be salty. <\/p>\n\n

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\ud83d\udcf8 Discovering the Salar d’Uyuni: an absolute must<\/h2>\n\n

If there’s one thing to do in Uyuni<\/strong>, it’s to discover its immense salt desert<\/strong>. The Salar d’Uyuni<\/strong> stretches over 10,000 km\u00b2, at an altitude of almost 3,700 metres, offering an almost unreal, infinite white landscape. <\/p>\n\n

Walking on this cracked salt crust, taking photos in perspective, and contemplating the flat horizon under a brilliant blue sky… it’s an experience like no other in the world. And if you come during the rainy season (January to March), you may be lucky enough to witness the mirror effect, when the water covers the salar and perfectly reflects the sky. <\/p>\n\n

\ud83d\ude99 Day trip or 3-day tour: which to choose?<\/h3>\n\n

There are two main tour formats:<\/p>\n\n