Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
You can also book a day trip for B$200 to
Isla Incahuasi
, but really, you've come all
this way, so you might as well go on with the rest of the pilgrims.
Your driver is generally your cook, and the quality of food varies. Vegetarians should
make arrangements with the operator ahead of time (and bring plenty of snacks just in
case). Higher-end operators offer nicer hotels - with heaters and down comforters - and
better food.
Custom Tours
Check with the agency about reversing the standard circuit. That way you will arrive at
the
salar
early in the morning on the third day, when the lighting is at its best.
If you have the time and cash to customize a trip, consider creating a four-day custom
tour that includes a volcano climb, a visit to local communities and a possible final drop
off in Tupiza.
Another option offered by a variety of agencies is to do the three-day circuit and then
connect at Laguna Verde with an onward transfer to the pretty town of San Pedro de
Atacama in northeast Chile. This is now a popular means of crossing between Bolivia and
Chile. When booking, check that the price of the transfer to San Pedro is included.
Tour Agencies
There are around 80 agencies in town. Here are some recommended options.
Andrea Tours
(
693-2638;
www.salar-andreatours.com
; Arce 27)
Another office is at Peru 200, be-
hind the bus terminal.
GUIDED TOUR
Cordillera Tours
(
693-3304;
www.cordilleratraveller.com
; Ferroviaria 314)
Good choice for transfers
to Chile.
GUIDED TOUR
Fremen Tours
(
693-3543;
www.andes-amazonia.com
;
Sucre 325)
This upmarket option focuses on
community- based tourism, and has accommodation agreements with the Tayka Hotels on
GUIDED TOUR
