This six-day Bolivia circuit links La Paz’s high-city culture with the surreal expanse of the Salar de Uyuni, stopping at Tiwanaku, Valle de la Luna and altiplano lagoons. Expect high-altitude landscapes, cultural markets and easy-to-moderate walks across volcanic and salt-flat terrain.
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You step out of the thin-air airport morning into a city that leans into the Andes—La Paz’s corrugated rooftops, cable cars slicing the skyline, and the cold wind that seems to push you toward the high plains.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
6 days
Fitness Level
Moderate; able to handle several hours of walking at altitude and long vehicle transfers
Wildlife
History
Tiwanaku is a pre-Inca ceremonial center dating back over a thousand years and was a political and religious hub on the high plains.
Conservation
Salar de Uyuni is fragile—avoid leaving waste, support local guides, and respect regulated access to protected lagoons to minimize impact.
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Acclimatize before heavy activity
Spend your first 24 hours in La Paz resting, avoid alcohol, and hydrate to reduce altitude sickness risk.
Protect against high sun
Use SPF 30+ sunscreen, UV-blocking sunglasses and a wide-brim hat—reflective salt dramatically increases UV exposure.
Layer for wind and cold
Temperatures swing; bring a warm midlayer and windproof shell for mornings and nights at high elevation.
Carry local currency and small bills
Colchani and rural stops accept cash for souvenirs and tips—small Bolivianos are useful.
Insulated jacket
Warmth for sub-freezing nights at high-altitude lodges and desert winds.
High-SPF sunscreen & lip balm
Prevents sunburn from strong UV reflected off salt and snow.
Sturdy walking shoes
Support for rocky trails on Incahuasi and uneven salt crusts.
Reusable water bottle with filter
Hydration is critical at altitude; a filter helps when refilling in remote areas.