Discover Northern Chile And Bolivia’s Salt Flats

This Green Toad travel pass takes you from the most northern tip of Chile, up through the snow-capped Andes and into Bolivia, where you make a magical journey across Salar de Uyuni – one of the most iconic destinations in the world.

The journey begins in San Pedro de Atacama, a vast desert in the north of Chile and a stunning expanse of rugged, otherworldly landscapes and spectacular scenery. This part of the country is a massive tourist draw for its staggering rock formations, as well as the positive energy and relaxed nature of San Pedro’s inhabitants who are said to benefit from the high quantity of quartz and copper in the region. After exploring the charming centre of the town, jump on the green toad bus and venture northwards and upwards, high into the Andes mountain range and across the Bolivian border to begin your Salt flat adventure.

Included in the travel pass is a three day and two night salf-flat jeep tour, where you are guided around this expansive landscape and can enjoy stunning views of majestic volcanoes, colourful lakes lagoons, geysers and of course the salt flats themselves all from the comfort of your jeep.

Whilst the salt flats are the main draw to Salar de Uyuni and perhaps the most well-known and photographed location in Bolivia, the surrounding landscapes are unparelled in their natural beauty and so 3 days is the ideal amount of time to take this all in.

The incredible location and sense of adventure is added to by the altitude –a staggering 3,656 meters above sea level and the unique wildlife you can spot from your jeep. Expect to see flamingos, Andean foxes and the curly tailed visacachas.

After three days of spectacular scenery, the green toad bus begins its descent from the high plains of the Andes and takes you to the sprawling urban metropolis of La Paz. Here you couldn’t be much further from the serenity of the salt flats – with the city’s urban air and chaotic architecture, all still at a dizzying height above sea level. Whilst the hustle and bustle of the city is somewhat intimidating at first, after getting to know the de facto capital, it is clear the Bolivian city of La Paz has real charm, character and charisma – a truly unique destination.

This travel pass covers 3 exceptionally unique destinations and totally differing landscapes. Experience the dry heat of the desert, the stunning landscapes at Salar de Uyuni, and the urban metropolis of La Paz and jump on the Green Toad Bus for just US$302. For more information, visit www.greentoadbus.com.

By Oonagh Turner