Romanian

Bolivia - salt, wings and desert 14 - 27 March 2026

Period: March 14–27, 2026

Difficulty level: overlanding, altitude 3400–4000 m

Accommodation: 3-star hotels – desert refuges

Available spots: 10 people

Transportation: local transport by VIP coach and 4x4 vehicles

Guiding languages: Romanian and Englis

Price: $3,700/person

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Tour Description

Step into a world where the sky touches the earth and nature tells its story in impossible colors. We invite you on an unforgettable photography expedition across the Bolivian Altiplano — a land of extreme altitude, where pink flamingos drift across vibrant lagoons, volcanic mountains stand guard over salt deserts, and every horizon looks as if it were painted by the hand of an Andean god.

This photo tour is dedicated to those passionate about adventure, light, and composition. We will explore surreal landscapes such as Salar de Uyuni — the largest salt flat in the world — red and turquoise lagoons teeming with life, bizarre rock formations, and remote villages frozen in time.

Whether you are an experienced photographer or an enthusiast searching for inspiration, this journey will offer unique moments and rare photographic opportunities in a setting that feels truly otherworldly.

Prepare your camera, open your soul, and let yourself be guided by the light. Bolivia is waiting for you.

Itinerary

  • Day 1 – Arrival in La Paz. Acclimatization and rest day.

  • Day 2 – La Paz – Sajama National Park

  • Day 3 – Sajama sunrise – La Paz – overnight bus to Uyuni

  • Day 4 – Uyuni: Salar and surroundings – photo tour and acclimatization

  • Day 5 – Salar de Uyuni – photo tour to Incahuasi, sunset by the lake

  • Day 6 – Uyuni – South Lipez Lagoons

  • Day 7 – Laguna Colorada – Laguna Verde → Quetena/Nazarenito

  • Day 8 – Quetena – Tupiza

  • Day 9 – Tupiza – Canyons and Badlands – Tupiza

  • Day 10 – Tupiza – Uyuni

  • Day 11 – Uyuni – second photo session on the salt flats – overnight bus to La Paz

  • Day 12 – La Paz – exploration and rest day

  • Day 13 – End of the tour, departure from La Paz

Price: 3,700$/person

Single supplement: 150$/person
Single accommodation is available only in selected hotels in major cities.

Initial deposit: $1,500/person

Payment Schedule

  • Deposit payment deadline: November 1, 2025

  • Final payment deadline: January 30, 2026

Participants who are certain they wish to join are encouraged to make their payment as early as possible in order to secure the group and purchase airline tickets at the best available price. Payment can also be made in installments.

Available spots: 10 participants

The minimum number of participants required for the tour is 6 people. If the group size is smaller than 6 participants, the PhotoTOUR may still take place, but the price will be recalculated according to the final number of participants.

Companions

Companions of photographers, as well as mountain and adventure enthusiasts, are welcome to join all photography tours and workshops. The price for companions is the same as for participants.

Accommodation

  • In La Paz, Uyuni, and Tupiza: 3-star hotels

  • In the desert: tourist refuges

Meals

  • In La Paz, Uyuni, and Tupiza: breakfast included at the hotel

  • In the desert: half board

Transportation

Overlanding through desert areas with 4x4 vehicles, plus VIP coach transport between Bolivian towns and cities.

Payment Method

Payments can be made via bank transfer or cash deposit into our account at Banca Transilvania. To secure your place, payment of the initial deposit is required.

Payments can be made in USD or in RON at the National Bank of Romania exchange rate on the day of payment, plus a 3% currency risk coefficient.

After registration, participants will receive an email containing the payment details.

The Price Includes

  • accommodation with breakfast in La Paz, Uyuni, and Tupiza

  • local transportation by regular coach services between Bolivian cities

  • 4x4 transportation in the desert

  • full-board meals in the desert

  • accommodation as specified above

  • photographic guidance and logistics: Mihai Moiceanu

  • English-speaking guide during the desert tours

The Price Does Not Include

  • international flights to and from La Paz, Bolivia

  • travel and health insurance (mandatory)

  • soft drinks and alcoholic beverages

  • lunches and dinners in major cities

  • personal equipment

  • expenses caused by unforeseen incidents (landslides, roadblocks, snowfall, political incidents, vehicle replacement due to the situations mentioned above, etc.)

  • tips for the local guide and driver

Note: By submitting the registration form, you agree to the terms and conditions of this website, which form an integral part of the contract between the traveler and the agency.

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