Uyuni Salt Flat: 3-Day Tour Vlog | Lagoons, Flamingos, Deserts and Other Wonders of Bolivia
The Uyuni Salt Flat (Salar de Uyuni) - is the largest salt flat in the world. This is my 3-day adventure of endless beauty through Bolivia's Wonder and incredible Altiplano Plateau. If you're also dreaming about (or going to) this place, please find some useful links below:
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0:47 How we get to Uyuni
1:05 Uyuni Town and Andes Salt Expedition
1:30 Day 1:
1:48 Lunch
2:06 Lagoons and Flamingo
2:40 Siloli Rock Park
3:02 Hotel near Laguna Colorada
3:29 Day 2:
3:35 Sol de Mañana geyser field
3:56 Polques Hot Springs
4:35 Salvador Dali Desert
4:57 Laguna Colorada
5:42 Lunch
6:16 Valley of Stones
6:42 Green Lagoon
7:02 Hotel Kachi de Uyuni
7:23 Day 3:
7:39 Train Cemetery
8:03 Souvenir Store
8:20 Hotel Palacio de Sal
8:41 Solar de Uyuni (Uyuni Salt Flat)
8:59 Lunch
9:36 Incahuasi Island - Cacti island
10:00 Sunset
11:07 Popular Questions:
11:09 When is the best time to go to Uyuni?
11:34 Which tour to choose?
11:48 How many days to spend in Uyuni?
11:59 How much does Uyuni Tour Cost?
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Uyuni Salt Flats Tour (Salar de Uyuni Bolivia) 3 Days in 9 Minutes
Day1: Uyuni to Colchani, Piles of Salt, Eyes of Water, Incahuasi island, Salt Hotel in San Juan
Day2: Salar de Chiguana, Ollagüe Volcano, Lagoons and Flamingos, Colored lakes.
Day3: Geysers, Thermal Water, Desert Salvador Dali, Green Lagoon, Villa Mar, Uyuni
Tipp: Don't book at Camel Tours. We were not satisfied with our driver Roberto, since he pushes very aggressively to keep the schedule. You'll have more then enough time at the market to buy souvenirs but will be urged to hurry up at the sights like salt flat, salt hotel or Geysirs. No sense of customer is king was visible :-(
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Bolivia Altiplano & Salar de Uyuni [Amazing Places 4K]
Travelling three days across the stunning, out of this world Bolivia Altiplano, starting at the Chile/Bolivia border, across the Altiplano and Reserva Nacional De Fauna Andina Eduardo Avaroa, and finishing at Salar de Uyuni (Uyuni Salt Flats).
In the video: Laguna Verde & Licancabur volcano (0:08), Laguna Blanca (0:21), Desierto Salvador Dali (1:09), Laguna Chalviri (Polques) (1:58), Geiser Sol de Manana (2:30), Laguna Colorada (3:09), Valle de Rocas (5:19), La Copa del Mundo (5:54), Italia Perdida (6:04, 6:46), El Camello (6:41), Laguna Negra ( Misteriosa) (7:58), Cañón de la Anaconda (8:59), Salar de Uyuni (9:44), Isla Incahuasi (10:08).
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Bolivia in 4 Days | La Paz | Altiplano | Salar de Uyuni | Laguna Colorada | Stunning Natural Wonders
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0:00 - 15:14 Day 1 LA PAZ
0:05 Selina Hotel - La Paz Downtown
0:26 Bus Ride to Valle de la Luna /Moon Valley/
1:27 Valle de la Luna /Moon Valley/
2:58 Bus Ride to Chuqui Apu /Libertador/ Cable Car Station
4:57 Chuqui Apu /Libertador/Cable Car Station
5:21 Yellow Line - Chuqui Apu/Libertador/ to Mirador /Qhana Pata/
7:27 Mirador /Qhana Pata/
8:06 Chuqui Apu/Libertador/ transfer to Silver Line (Línea Plateada)
8:16 Silver Line (Línea Plateada) to /Jach'a Qhathu/ 16 de Julio Station - El Alto
9:28 16 de Julio Station - El Alto transfer to Red Line and Mirador El Alto
10:12 Red Line to /Taypi Uta/ Estación Central - La Paz
10:57 Taypi Uta Estación Central - La Paz Central Station
11:30 Bus Ride from La Paz Central Station to Mirador Killi Killi
12:04 Mirador Killi Killi one of the best viewpoints in the City
12:49 Plaza Murillo - The central plaza of La Paz
13:36 The Witches' Market (Mercado de las Brujas)
15:15 - 25:28 Day 2 SALAR DE UYUNI /ALTIPLANO/
15:20 Uyuni Town
15:42 Metal Art Uyuni
16:11 Train Graveyard
18:01 Colchani village
18:40 Jeep Tour Uyuni - World’s largest salt flats
20:21 Isla Incahuasi
21:09 Isla Incahuasi - walk to the top of the Island
22:16 Lunchtime at Salar de Uyuni
22:40 Salar de Uyuni photo session
23:20 World flags at Salar de Uyuni
23:44 Hotel de Sal Playa Blanca
24:21 Dakar Rally Monument
24:45 Uyuni Town
25:29 - 35:32 Day 3 LAGUNA COLORADA ATACAMA /ALTIPLANO/
25:34 Laguna Colorada Jeep Safari - Altiplano
26:06 The Valley of Rocks (Valle de las Rocas) at 4100m
26:43 Laguna and Caldera Chulluncani at 4350m
27:05 Chulluncani Mountain 5050m
27:40 Off-road jeep driving in the desert on Altiplano Plateau
29:27 Flamingos in the Laguna Blanca. Flamingo Lake
30:27 The distant roads of Altiplano - Eduardo Avaroa Reserve
31:12 Siloli Desert
31:51 Bolivia's Iconic Stone Tree (Árbol de Piedra) at 4500m
32:59 32Isolated rock formations in the Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve
33:25 Siloli Desert
33:50 Laguna Colorada
35:33 - 45:43 Day 4 SOUTHERN BOLIVIA /ALTIPLANO/
35:38 Uyuni - Tupiza Route 21 - Southern Bolivia
37:40 La Poronga Rock Formation
38:28 Tupiza Red Mountain
39:10 Mirador Entre Ríos, Route Villazón-Tupiza
39:43 National Route 9 - Argentina
41:23 The Serranía de Hornocal
42:50 The Hill of Seven Colors Purmamarca
44:35 Purmamarca by Night
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THE WORLD'S BIGGEST MIRROR - BOLIVIA'S SALT FLATS // BOLIVIA TRAVEL VLOG
The Bolivian Salt Flats are on many travelers bucketlists, and they were on ours as well! To make sure we really soaked in the area, we took a three day tour exploring the Uyuni Salt Flats (Uyuni is the town nearest the salt flats) and the region surrounding it which include the Siloli Desert and a National Reserve. We did the tour in reverse of most routes so we could save the best for last and visit the classic site of the Uyuni Salt Flats on the last day of our tour (so stay tuned in the video to see the world's largest mirror at the end!).
We had an amazing time on this trip, but wouldn't actually recommend the tour company we booked with. Instead, you can look at the same route on GetYourGuide (which uses a different company) that might be better to book with :)
In the days leading up to visiting Salar de Uyuni, we travel more than 1000kms in a Toyota Landcruiser (from 1990...yep!) and see desolate land that held many surprises. We come across formations made by lava from volcanic eruptions, see llamas roaming the desert, visit a thermal hot spring in the middle of the night, visit geysers as they blow steam, and visit many colourful lakes filled with flamingoes including Laguna Colorada, Laguna Honda, and Laguna Chiarcota. The first two days of the tour were packed, and that was before the cherry on top - the classic visit to the Salt Flats.
The third day of our tour was the big day! We started off with a visit to the train cemetery where we got some cool drone shots but if we’re honest, we thought it was a bit overrated. After a delicious lunch we finally arrive at the Salar de Uyuni (Uyuni Salt Flats) and spent hours taking hilarious perspective photos with the help of our guide. Just before the sun began setting we hop in the 4X4 one more time to go to a spot where about 1 inch of water is sitting atop the salt, giving the mirror effect we have been dreaming of seeing. The sunset that followed was possibly the best of our lives. The colors were incredible, and seeing them reflected in the world's largest mirror is something that will stay with us always.
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LIFE’S ADVENTURE OF PURE MAGIC IN BOLIVIA – Salar de Uyuni – The Biggest Mirror on Earth
Salar de Uyuni or Salar de Tunupa is the world's largest salt flat at 10 582 square kilometers – basically 100 x 100 km -4 086 sq mi. It is in the Daniel Campos Province in Potosí in southwest Bolivia, near the crest of the Andes and is at an elevation of 3 656 meters 11 995 ft above sea level.
The Salar was formed as a result of transformations between several prehistoric lakes. It is covered by a few meters of salt crust, which has an extraordinary flatness with the average elevation variations within one meter over the entire area of the Salar. The crust serves as a source of salt and covers a pool of brine, which is exceptionally rich in lithium. It contains 50 % to 70 % of the world's known lithium reserves, which is in the process of being extracted. The large area, clear skies, and exceptional flatness of the surface make the Salar an ideal object for calibrating the altimeters of Earth observation satellites.
The Salar serves as the major transport route across the Bolivian Altiplano and is a major breeding ground for several species of flamingos. Salar de Uyuni is also a climatological transitional zone since the towering tropical cumulus congestus and cumulonimbus incus clouds that form in the eastern part of the salt flat during the summer cannot permeate beyond its drier western edges, near the Chilean border and the Atacama Desert.Salar de Uyuni is part of the Altiplano of Bolivia in South America. The Altiplano is a high plateau, which was formed during uplift of the Andes mountains. The plateau includes fresh and saltwater lakes as well as salt flats and is surrounded by mountains with no drainage outlets.
This was my second expedition to Bolivia’s Salty plains since first time I visited Salar de Uyuni in July 2013 when plains were dry – and my dream was always to see Salar de Uyuni as the Biggest Mirror Lake on the Planet - for that one has to come in the end of rainy season - February up to April. So here it is in flash!
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Embark on an extraordinary adventure through the breathtaking landscapes and vibrant culture of Bolivia! In this video, we invite you to join us as we explore the top things to do in this captivating South American country. Bolivia is a land of contrasts, where ancient traditions meet natural wonders, creating a truly unique and unforgettable travel experience.
Our journey begins in La Paz, the highest capital city in the world. Immerse yourself in the bustling markets of the Witches' Market and Plaza San Francisco, where you can find colorful textiles, traditional crafts, and local delicacies. Take a cable car ride over the city to enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and explore the fascinating museums that showcase Bolivia's rich history and cultural heritage.
Next, we venture to the otherworldly landscapes of the Uyuni Salt Flats, the largest salt flat on Earth. Marvel at the vast expanse of blinding white salt, which creates a surreal and dreamlike atmosphere. Capture incredible photographs as you witness the stunning reflections and visit the Isla Incahuasi, an island filled with giant cacti.
For nature enthusiasts, a visit to the Amazon Rainforest is a must. Explore the dense jungle, encounter unique wildlife, and learn about the indigenous communities that call this region home. Take a boat ride along the Amazon River, hike through the lush forests, and discover the incredible biodiversity that thrives in this pristine ecosystem.
No trip to Bolivia is complete without experiencing the wonder of Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world. Visit the charming town of Copacabana, where you can take a boat ride to the sacred Isla del Sol and learn about the Inca civilization that once inhabited the area. Marvel at the serene beauty of the lake, surrounded by snow-capped mountains and traditional villages.
Join us on this virtual exploration of Bolivia's top attractions and hidden gems. From the mystical ruins of Tiwanaku to the adrenaline-pumping adventures of the Yungas Road, Bolivia offers something for every traveler. Get ready to be captivated by the beauty, culture, and rich history of this fascinating country. Start planning your own Bolivian adventure today!
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Come si vive nel posto più inospitale al mondo | Salar de Uyuni | Bolivia
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Exploring The Amazing Ancient Salt Flats Of Uyuni In Bolivia: Part 1 Of 2
3 Day Tour of Salar de Uyuni Bolivia | Andean Plateau (The World’s Largest Salt Flat)
In today’s episode we’re exploring a 3 day tour of Salar de Uyuni Bolivia - the world’s largest salt flat!
A few years ago I booked a three day, two night tour of Bolivia’s main tourist attraction in the Andean Plateau and it did not disappoint! It was definitely one of my favourite parts about travelling through South America. In this video I share my experience on the Andean Plateau, some facts about the Mars-like landscape/ places we visited and a few suggestions for those who might be interested in visiting in the future (which I highly recommend!!). Honourable mentions: Train graveyard, Ojos de Salar, Dakar monument, Incahuasi Island, Salar de Chiguana, the Eduardo Avaroa Andean Fauna National Reserve, Laguna Colorada, Sol de Manana, the FLAMINGOS & so much more!
I would love to hear about your favourite part of this video/ tour. Please let me know in the comments if it's a place you'd consider visiting. Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia should definitely be on your bucket list!
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LARGEST SALT FLAT IN THE WORLD: SALAR DE UYUNI, BOLIVIA (Part 3)
The Salar de Uyuni Tour is the most famous tour in Bolivia.
You can either start from Uyuni, Bolivia ending up in San Pedro de Atacama, Chile. Or the other way around.
I started in Chile so I could see the most special place of the 3-Day Tour, the world's largest salt flats, in the end.
In day 3, I will take you with me to:
- Isla Incahausi
- Museo de Sal
- Pueblo Calchani
- Cementerio de Trenes
- Salar de Uyuni
This was the last part of the Salar de Uyuni Tour! Many thanks for following this 3-day series.
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Salar de Uyuni, World's Largest Salt Flat
Peru & Bolivia Episode 7: After a night bus from La Paz to Uyuni, we embarked on a 3 day Jeep tour to the salt flat of Uyuni and the Bolivian high plateau Altiplano with its volcanoes and lagoons full of flamingos. This episode is about the first part of that tour, the Salar de Uyuni, the world's largest salt flat.
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Someone told me Bolivia is a great country in South America, and my answer to that was “I Bo li via” I really do Believe !!
I have been on a 4 day trip from San Pedro de Atacama (Chile) to Bolivia.
It’s a popular tour with jeeps that tourists book while they’re in San Pedro, you can book it in one of the many little travel agencies in San Pedro.
The tour that I did was with Cordillera Travel and I was the only one who didn’t continue to travel further into Bolivia after arriving in Uyuni at the end of the trip, I booked a tour that had to bring me back to Chile from where I had my flight back home. So that’s the 4 day trip, most people do the 3 day trip to continue onward travel in Bolivia to Potosi or La Paz.
Maybe some other time I will go back to Bolivia to see some more of the country, but I’m really happy of what I have seen already, beautiful landscapes like the Siloli desert with crazy rock formations, the Laguna Verde, Laguna Honda and some other altiplano lakes and offcourse the amazing Salt flats of Uyuni with Cactus Island (Incahuasi Island).
Also on this tour was the train graveyard, old rusty trains abandoned in the middle of the desert.
In San Pedro I bought enough snacks for the road, 5 liters of water cause when going on high altitude you need to drink allot and rented a sleeping bag for the cold nights in the desert, cause the sleeping places down the road are very basic so you need a sleeping bag. Make sure to take tablets against altitude sickness cause you will be going up to 5000 m above sea level. To my surprise I only had a light headache and didn’t had to use any tablets. The next day my headache was over and my body was adjusted to the high altitude.
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Lake Salar de Uyuni - Bolivia
Lake Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia
Lake Salar de Uyuni, also know as Salar de Tunupa, is one of the most interesting, unique and beautiful lakes in Bolivia. The largest salt marsh in the world. It has an area of about 10,582 square kilometers of the land in the region of Potosi and lies at an altitude of about 3,650 meters (internal plateau of the Central Andes). Salar de Uyuni is a part of the Bolivian Altiplano in North America. Altiplano, high plateau is formed during the uplift of the Andes mountains. On the Plateau occur as freshwater lagoons and salt water lagoon. It is completely surrounded by mountains and there is no source of any water leakage. In dry season, salt flat expanse covered with dry salt, but in the rainy season, the vast expanses covered by a thin layer of water. This site was created as a result of the conversion of several prehistoric lakes. It is covered with a salt crust, speakers at a height of several meters. They contain 50 to 70 percent of the work's reserves of lithium and also contains large amount of sodium, potassium, magnesium and borax too. Salar de Uyuni serves as the main transport route through the Bolivian Altiplano and is a primary residence for several species of pink flamingos. In the rainy season, from November to March, the lake-marsh Uyuni tuns into a hug mirror — salt cell covered by a very thin layer of clear water, which reflects the sky, and i becomes quite clear, exactly, the horizon. Every year it attracts about 60,000 tourists from around the world. And no wonder, because this salt desert is considered one of the most beautiful places in the world. For these sites are characterized by large swings in temperature, at night it can drop below zero, and often in afternoon are swarm up to 40-50 degrees Celsius. Tourism and salt is main source of income. The attraction of tourist from all over the world , number of hotels have been built for accommodation. Due to lack of conventional construction materials, many of them are almost entirely build by salt blocks, just like walls, roof, furniture and sculpture too. The first salt hotel was built in 1995 in the center of the salt zone, and soon its became a popular for tourist destination. Later many more construction are made out of salt.
Salar de Uyuni in Uyuni, Bolivia
Salar de Uyuni (or Salar de Tunupa) is the world's largest salt flat, at 10,582 square kilometers. It is in the Daniel Campos Province in Potosí in southwest Bolivia, near the crest of the Andes and is at an elevation of 3,656 meters above sea level.
The Salar was formed as a result of transformations between several prehistoric lakes. It is covered by a few meters of salt crust, which has an extraordinary flatness with the average elevation variations within one meter over the entire area of the Salar. The crust serves as a source of salt and covers a pool of brine, which is exceptionally rich in lithium. It contains 50% to 70% of the world's known lithium reserves. The large area, clear skies, and exceptional flatness of the surface make the Salar an ideal object for calibrating the altimeters of Earth observation satellites. Following rain, a thin layer of dead calm water transforms the flat into the world's largest mirror, 129 kilometres across.
The Salar serves as the major transport route across the Bolivian Altiplano and is a major breeding ground for several species of flamingos. Salar de Uyuni is also a climatological transitional zone since the towering tropical cumulus congestus and cumulonimbus incus clouds that form in the eastern part of the salt flat during the summer cannot permeate beyond its drier western edges, near the Chilean border and the Atacama Desert.
The formation of Salar de Uyuni
Containing an estimated 10 billion tonnes of salt, the question often arises as to how Salar de Uyuni was formed. Essentially, the Altiplano (high plateau) here had no drainage outlets, which meant that water from the surrounding mountains once collated to form a giant lake. High salinity meant that whilst this vast, prehistoric lake has long since evaporated under the fierce Andean sun, a thick crust of salt remains, forming what we now recognise as the salt flats of Salar de Uyuni.
Aymaran legend provides an alternative explanation, involving the mountains surrounding the salt flats, Kusina, Kusku and Tunupa. The story is that these mountains were once giant people, and Tunupa and Kusku were married. When Kusku betrayed his wife for Kusina, Tunupa’s tears are said to have formed the salt flats.
Experiencing Salar de Uyuni
The best and most popular way to fully experience Salar de Uyuni is by taking a 4×4 tour across the salt flats. It’s worth noting that shared tours usually accommodate for up to 6 tourists, and thus for a more comfortable experience, a private tour should be arranged. Such tours usually involve a minimum of one nights stay in rather basic accommodation, and thus it is recommended that you bring plenty of warm clothes and a warm sleeping bag for the night. Further, sun cream is a necessity as the reflections from the salt accentuate the suns effect.
Adventurous travellers may also wish to try a night’s stay in one of the areas renowned salt hotels. With no building materials around for miles, some locals have taken it upon themselves to build structures from bricks of cemented salt. In these hotels, everything from the beds and tables to the flush toilets are constructed from salt blocks. Even if you don’t fancy staying, you can usually view these hotels during the day for a nominal fee.
In the dry season, Salar de Uyuni is a surreal experience not to be missed. However, rain takes it to a whole new level. As a thin sheet of water covers the flats, it reflects a perfect representation of the sky above so that it is impossible to tell where sky ends and the land begins.
Best time to visit Salar de Uyuni
The best time to visit Salar de Uyuni ultimately depends upon the experience you are looking for. For the best climate, we recommend you visit between July and October. However, for an increased chance of seeing the reflective surfaces, you should visit between March and April.
How to get to Salar de Uyuni
Most tours to Salar de Uyuni originate from the small town of Uyuni. To get to Uyuni, you have a number of options available to you. Most people choose to travel from Ororo, where it is 7 hours by train, or 8 hours by bus. These tickets are quite often booked up on the day, so it is recommended to book in advance. Alternatively, you can take a bus from La Paz (12-15 hours) or Potosi (6-7 hours). Lastly, you can choose to rent a car or fly into Uyuni’s small airport from La Paz.
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Uyuni Salt Flat on Budget - Complete 4x4 Tour: Colchani, Laguna Colorada, Laguna Verde,
This is the Uyuni segment of DIY Destinations - Bolivia, we begin the tour with a bus ride from La Paz to explore Uyuni the Salt Flats. First day with a visit to the train cemetery, Salar de Uyuni, Incahuasi Island.
Second day beginning with Chiguana Desert, Ollagüe Volcano, Red Lagoon, Siloli Desert, Laguna Verde, Volcán Licancabur and the last day with a visit to the San Pedro de Atacama border with Chile.
Exploring The Largest Ancient Salt Flats In The World In Bolivia
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Salt flats Wedding photography in Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia
I'm Katya Mukhina, adventure elopement and wedding photographer. I live in Europe and travel to shoot my clients all over the world. In this movie from Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia you will see my pre-wedding photography and behind the scenes video
I m wedding photographer for 20 years, last 10 years I travel around the world shooting destination weddings, elopements, engagement stories. Few years ago I found the world of asian pre-wedding photography and fall in love with it.
Katya Mukhina, Canon Ambassador, Destination wedding photographer or
Video by Vlad Smyrnov
Believe it or not, I think I ll be booked again for january - february in Uyuni 2023. So, hurry up, there not so many days I ll be there and just 1-2 lucky couples will have pictures from Uyuni from me.
We do adventurous pre wedding & elopement photography, destination weddings world wide. Please fell free to share with me your adventure ideas about couple photoshoot of your dream. There are still many places I've never been before and I dream to do amazing project there. For example, I want to shoot in Bhutan, Nepal mountains and in Morocco desert, as well as Botswana, Kenya safari camp honeymoons.
I am a destination wedding photographer, so always ready to go for a new trip with an adventures couple to create their beautiful love story. In December we made an adventure pre wedding photoshoot in really fantastic places – Salar de Uyuni and Altiplano plateau in Bolivia and Atacama desert in Chile. We spent 6 days with our couple from Hong Kong Raymond and Lain making an elopement photosession. In Bolivia, Salar de Uyuni and Altiplano plateau, and in Chile, Atacama desert, we were shooting at high altitude from 3700 to 5000 meters and of course weather conditions were pretty rough there. Harsh sun, strong wind, low temperature, lack of oxygen – all these made destination pre-wedding photoshoot rather difficult for everyone, but our couple was ready to overcome all the difficulties to create their engagement.
During 6 days we were storytellers of Raymond and Lain’s unique road trip from the Atacama desert, Chile to Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia. We had chosen extraordinary locations for their elopement photography trip: the Atacama desert, Valley of the Moon, Death Valley, Laguna Colorada, Laguna Verde, Arbol de Pierda, volcanos, train cemetery and the most famous salt flats of Salar de Uyuni with its mirror-like salt lake surface reflection. Our couple had various types of clothes and also chose a casual style for their destination pre wedding photoshoot, so the pictures are more dynamic and lifestyle.
As elopement adventure photographers we paid a lot of attention to details, cared about everything, so the trip was not just a wonderful prewedding phototour but it was a fun adventure. As the result our couple got the pictures and also a backstage video from our professional photo and video team. So, please, enjoy watching the video and share it in your social networks to show how a destination wedding photographer works in such an amazing part of the world as Salar de Uyuni in Bolivia and the Atacama desert in Chile.
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