Stargazing on the Uyuni Salt Flats

Step into a dreamlike world as night falls over the Uyuni Salt Flats, where the sky becomes a mirror of the universe. Far from city lights, the world’s largest salt desert offers one of the clearest views of the Milky Way and countless constellations shimmering above and beneath your feet. Whether in the dry season, with its endless crystalline surface, or during the wet season, when the water transforms the flats into a giant natural mirror, the experience is nothing short of magical. Guided by experts, you’ll enjoy a surreal night of silence, wonder, and unforgettable celestial beauty.

Pick up from the hotel and drive to the shores of the Salt Lake. Considered to be one greatest spot to watch the stars in the entire world, the Salt Flats offers an amazing view of the Milky Way, being one of the few desert areas in South America allows a night sky free of light pollution and with the perfect conditions to take long shoot pictures, therefore the images you can take in this location are unique. While you enjoy this spectacle, we offer you a hot beverage to beat the cold. Return to the hotel

Pro Tips for Stargazing in Uyuni

• Best Moon Phase: Go during the new moon for the darkest skies and most visible stars.

• Best Time of Year:

  • Dry season (April–November): Clear skies, crisp air, perfect for sharp star visibility.
  • Rainy season (December–March): When water covers the flats, the mirror effect doubles the stars, making the sky and ground blend into infinity.

• Stay Late: Peak stargazing hours are usually between 10 PM – 2 AM, when the skies are darkest.

• Bring Patience: The Salar is remote and silent—let your eyes adjust, and you’ll see far more.

🌠 Seasonal Constellations & Highlights in Uyuni

Summer (December – February):

• Orion with his belt
• The Southern Cross (Crux)
• Bright Sirius, the Dog Star
• Canopus, the 2nd brightest star in the night sky

Autumn (March – May):

• The Milky Way begins to rise earlier in the evening
• Centaurus and Lupus constellations
• Alpha & Beta Centauri (the “Pointers” near the Southern Cross)

Winter (June – August):

• The Milky Way stretches spectacularly across the sky
• Scorpius with Antares (the red supergiant star)
• Sagittarius, pointing to the galactic center
• Omega Centauri, the brightest globular cluster visible to the naked eye

Spring (September – November):

• Pegasus and Andromeda rising in the east
• Aquarius and Capricornus visible
• Return of Orion before midnight, heralding the summer constellations

• Warm layered clothing (thermal base, fleece, windproof jacket)
• Gloves, hat, and scarf (temperatures can drop below freezing)
• Comfortable closed shoes or boots
• Headlamp or flashlight (red-light mode preferred)
• Camera or smartphone for astrophotography
• Tripod (highly recommended for long exposures)
• Extra batteries / power bank (the cold drains them quickly)
• Reusable water bottle
• Snacks for the late-night outing

• Private transport in a 4×4 with oxygen tube.
• English speaking driver.
• Snacks and drinks.

Tour does not include:

• dinner. -Telescope (We observe the naked eye sky)
• Tips.