Starting PointHotel Sagarnaga
326 Sagarnaga St.
La Paz
La Paz
Bolivia
Phone: (+591) (2) 235 0252
Joining Point Instructions
Taxis from El Alto international airport are inexpensive and reliable. You will find official taxis lined outside the airport’s main exit. While you will have to negotiate the rate beforehand, you should expect to pay USD 6-8 for a ride to your hotel.
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Finishing PointEco Hostel
Gral. Jofr? 349-B Santiago Centro
Santiago Centro
Santiago
Chile
Phone: +56 (2) 222 6833
Finishing Point Instructions
The easiest way to get from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez airport to your hotel is by taxi. Official taxi booths are found right upon leaving the luggage collection area. A trip to the city costs between US$25 to US$ 30, depending on your bargaining skills. Santiago airport is around 35-40 minutes from the city, although it may take up to 1 hour in bad traffic.
International Arrival Tax:
Australian passport holders: USD$56
Canadian passport holders: USD$132
EEUU passport holders: USD$100
Mexican passport holders: USD$ 15
For updated information on arrival tax, please see:
http://www.aeropuertosantiago.cl/contenidos/listado_contenidos.php?s=20040714211544
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Physical Rating - ModerateActivities include treks of 3 to 4 hours per day in hilly terrain, flat water kayaking or a long day's bike ride, in conditions which are likely to be hot and muggy. You will raise your heart rate on these trips, so a basic level of aerobic fitness is required.
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AccommodationSimple hotels (17 nts), overnight coach (2 nts)
Accommodation on this trip is on a twin/multi share basis. Please note there may be times when you share a room with passengers travelling on different Intrepid trips than your own.
Some of the accommodation along the way is very basic, staying in local guesthouses and homestays with limited facilities. Some facilities are shared and some accomodation has cold water only. Multishare includes triple and quad rooms or even dorm rooms.
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MealsWhile travelling with us you will experience the vast array of wonderful food available in the world. Generally, to give you the maximum flexibility in deciding where, what and with whom to eat, not all meals are included in the trip price. This also gives you more budgeting flexibility. As a rule our groups tend to eat together to enable you to taste a larger variety of dishes and enjoy each other's company. There is no obligation to do this though. Your group leader will be able to suggest favourite restaurants during your trip. Please check the 'meal inclusions' section below for details of meals included.
Allow USD $300 for meals not included.
Meal Inclusions
All meals while visiting Uyuni Salt Flats
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Single SupplementA single supplement fee is not available on this trip.
Single travellers may be paired in twin or multi-share accommodation with someone of the same sex for the duration of the trip.
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IncludedThis is a list of included activities on this trip. All other activities are optional and at your own expense. For a list of optional activities and sightseeing available on this trip, see the optional activities section below. If you choose not to participate in the included activities on this itinerary, the cost will not be refunded.
3 day Salt Flats excursion - Uyuni
Orientation walk - Santiago
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Not IncludedInternational Flights
Optional Activities
We list the following optional activities for your information. This is not an exhaustive list and should be used as a guide only.
They are not necessarily endorsed or recommended by your tour operator/agent nor included in price of this trip. If you do any of them, you do so at your own risk and it must be clearly understood that your participation is your own decision and does not form part of your contract with tour operator/agent.
Death Road Mountain biking, La Paz - US$55
Chacaltaya tour and Moon Valley, La Paz - US$12
City tour and Moon Valley, La Paz - US$15
Panoramic bus city tour, La Paz - US$6
Tiwanaku ruins, La Paz - US$20
Casa de la Libertad, Sucre - BOB15
Silver Mine tour, Potosi - BOB80
Casa de la Moneda/Mint, Potosi - BOB20
Convento y Museo de Santa Teresa, Potosi - BOB21
Archaeological Museum, Salta - US$4
Rafting Juramento River, Salta - US$30
Bungee jumping, Salta - US$30
Horse riding, Salta - US$25
Gondola to Cerro San Bernardo (round trip), Salta - US$3
Wine tour, Mendoza - US$50
Cable car and funicular return Cerro San Cristobal, Santiago - US$5
Pisco distillery tour, Santiago - US$15
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TransportOvernight sleeper coach, 4WD, local bus, walking
Our overnight buses have reclinable seats (usually more comfortable than plane economy seats!). You may be offered a simple dinner on board or stop at a service station to buy snacks and drinks. Before boarding an overnight bus, it's always a good idea to have music, a book, water and some snacks ready.
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What to TakeWe recommend the use of a duffel bag or backpack (whichever you find easiest to carry). A good size daypack is also essential.
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Health & SafetyFor vaccinations please visit the
MDtravelhealth website.
Sun:
It is very important that you wear sun block, even on a cloudy day when it feels cool as we are near the equator and the sun is very strong. A sunburn can turn a pleasant trip into a painful trip.
Hydration
Even when days are cool please be sure to drink a minimum of two litres of water and refrain from drinking to many diuretics, as while when travelling outdoors the breeze can dehydrate you quickly as well as the heat.
Diarrhoea:
It is normal for people travelling overseas to get an upset stomach due to a change of climate and food. Please make sure that you wash your hands and stay away from street food.You will be required to complete a participation form on day 1 of the trip.
Participation Form
You may be required to complete a participation form on day 1 of the trip
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Important InfoDisclaimer | The information in this trip details document has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However it is subject to change, and does not form part of the contract between the client and tour operator/agent. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travellers, comments and our own research. Sometimes it can be a small change like adding an extra meal along the itinerary. Sometimes the change may result in us altering the tour for the coming year. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding experience. This tour is run by Intrepid Travel.
Visas Please note that visas are the responsibility of the individual traveller. The visa requirements for your trip vary depending on where you are from and where you are going.
Travel insurance is compulsory in order to participate on any of our trips. When travelling on a group trip, you will not be permitted to join the group until evidence of travel insurance has been sighted by your leader.
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