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Laguna Colorada
1 - 2 hours
This shallow salt lake gets its red tint from minerals and algae. It is famous for hosting huge flocks of flamingos. The red hue is most intense when the wind picks up around midday.
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Eduardo Avaroa Andean Fauna National Reserve
This high-altitude desert region is a key destination on multi-day Uyuni tours. It features mineral-rich colored lakes, active geysers, and local wildlife.
You visit the Eduardo Avaroa Reserve on 3-day or 4-day jeep expeditions. The terrain is extreme, with elevations reaching up to 4,850 meters (15,912 feet). You must pay an entry fee of approximately 150 BOB in cash at the park gate.
Nighttime temperatures frequently drop below 0°C. Be sure to read our Uyuni Packing Guide to prepare for the severe cold and intense sun before traveling.
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Laguna Verde
30 minutes
This brilliant green lake sits at the foot of the Licancabur volcano. The water contains high levels of copper minerals. The green color shifts based on the wind disturbing the surface sediments.
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Sol de Mañana Geysers
45 minutes4,850m altitude
This intense geothermal field sits at an extreme altitude of 4,850 meters. It features boiling mud pots and steam vents. Tours typically arrive at sunrise when the freezing air makes the steam plumes look massive.
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Termas de Polques (Hot Springs)
1 hour40°C pools
These natural geothermal pools overlook the desolate high-altitude desert. The geothermally heated water stays around 40°C. Bring your swimsuit in your daypack to warm up from the freezing morning air.
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3-Days Tour to the Uyuni Salt Flat and Colored Lagoons +Sunset+Mirror Effect72 h 4.7 (871)from $290
