Salar de Uyuni Cycling Route
- Distance
- about 130 km (80 miles)
- Country
- Bolivia
- Difficulty
- Moderate to challenging
- Type of trip
- Cycling route
Cycling across the Salar de Uyuni, the world’s largest salt flat, offers a surreal and otherworldly experience. Located in Bolivia, this route takes adventurers across vast white landscapes, with reflections on the surface during the rainy season creating a magical mirror effect. It’s an unforgettable journey through one of South America’s most unique natural wonders.
Highlights along the way
- Salt Flats: Cycle across endless stretches of shimmering white salt under an open sky.
- Isla Incahuasi: Stop at this cactus-covered island in the middle of the flats for incredible views.
- Uyuni Train Cemetery: Explore the haunting remains of old trains at the start of the route.
- Stargazing: Experience some of the clearest night skies in the world while camping on the flats.
- Local Culture: Encounter small villages and learn about traditional salt harvesting practices.
Distance
~80 miles (130 km), depending on the chosen route across the flats.
Best time to go
April to November (dry season) for easier cycling, or January to March (rainy season) for the iconic mirror effect.
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