Exploring the stunning Salar de Salinas near Arequipa is a must-do for any traveler in Peru. Puriy Perú Expeditions offers a full-day tour that takes visitors on an unforgettable journey through this unique landscape. With transportation, breakfast, and water included, the tour provides an affordable and convenient way to witness the mesmerizing salt flats and the majestic Andes backdrop. Whether you’re a photography enthusiast or simply seeking a remarkable natural wonder, this excursion promises to leave a lasting impression.
Key Points
- A full-day excursion from Arequipa to the Salar de Salinas, a stunning salt flat in the Andes, with Puriy Perú Expeditions at a cost of $32 per person.
- Includes bottled water, air-conditioned transportation, and a breakfast stop, but excludes admission fees, lunch, guide gratuities, and personal expenses.
- Pickup is available from hotels around Arequipa’s main square, with a meeting point 3 blocks away, and the tour starts promptly at 6:00 am.
- Not recommended for travelers with certain medical conditions, and not wheelchair accessible, with infants required to sit on laps.
- Highlights include witnessing the mesmerizing reflections on the salt flats, exploring unique geological formations, and capturing stunning photographs with the Andes mountains as a backdrop.
Tour Overview
The tour is a full-day excursion from Arequipa to the Salar de Salinas, a stunning salt flat located in the Andes mountains.
A stunning full-day excursion from Arequipa to the Salar de Salinas, a breathtaking salt flat in the Andes mountains.
It’s supplied by Puriy Perú Expeditions and costs from $32 per person. The maximum group size is 18 travelers. Reviews average 4 out of 5 stars, with no 5-star ratings.
The tour includes bottled water, an air-conditioned vehicle, and a breakfast stop. Pickup is available from hotels around the main square, with the guide calling 5 minutes prior. The meeting point is 3 blocks from the main square.
The tour starts at 6:00 am.
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Inclusions
Although the tour price may seem reasonable, the inclusions are relatively basic.
The tour package includes:
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Bottled water to stay hydrated during the day
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An air-conditioned vehicle for transportation
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A breakfast stop along the way to fuel up
However, the tour doesn’t include:
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Admission fees to the Salar de Salinas
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Lunch at the salt flats
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Guide gratuities
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Any personal expenses
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup for the Salar de Salinas tour is available from hotels around Arequipa’s main square. The guide will call you 5 minutes before the scheduled pickup time.
Pickup for the Salar de Salinas tour is available from hotels around Arequipa’s main square. The guide will call you 5 minutes before the scheduled pickup time.
The meeting point is at Calle Zela, C. Zela, just 3 blocks from the main square. The tour starts promptly at 6:00 am.
Keep in mind, this tour isn’t wheelchair accessible, and infants must sit on laps. It’s also not recommended for travelers with certain medical conditions.
However, most healthy travelers can participate.
Health and Safety Requirements
This tour isn’t wheelchair accessible, and infants must sit on laps.
The tour isn’t recommended for travelers with back problems, pregnant travelers, or those with heart problems or serious medical conditions.
However, most travelers can participate.
The key health and safety requirements include:
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Not wheelchair accessible
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Infants must sit on laps
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Not recommended for travelers with back problems, pregnant travelers, or those with heart problems or serious medical conditions
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Most travelers can participate
Booking Information
When booking this tour, travelers can expect to receive a confirmation at the time of booking.
There’s also flexibility in payment, as customers can reserve now and pay later. This provides added convenience.
Plus, travelers have 24 hours before the experience starts to cancel their booking for a full refund, which offers peace of mind.
Exploring the Salar De Salinas
The Salar de Salinas, a vast expanse of salt flats located in the Arequipa region of Peru, is the primary focus of this full-day tour.
Visitors can expect to:
Witness the mesmerizing reflections, explore the unique formations, and capture stunning photographs in the vast Salar de Salinas.
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Witness the mesmerizing reflections of the sky on the smooth, white surface of the salt flats.
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Explore the unique geological formations and learn about the salt mining process.
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Capture stunning photographs against the backdrop of the Andes mountains.
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Enjoy a breakfast stop along the way, fueling up for a day of exploration.
This tour offers a chance to take in the stark beauty of this natural wonder.
Highlights of the Day
Although the day starts early, visitors are rewarded with a breathtaking landscape as they arrive at the Salar de Salinas.
The tour group explores the vast white salt flats, admiring the stunning scenery and taking photos. They then visit a salt museum, learning about the history and production of salt in the region.
After a breakfast stop, the group heads to a viewpoint overlooking the salt flats, offering panoramic vistas.
The tour includes stops at a salt processing plant and a salt hotel, providing a comprehensive understanding of the local salt industry.
Throughout the day, the knowledgeable guide shares insights about the Salar de Salinas.
The Sum Up
The Salar de Salinas Full Day Tour from Arequipa is an extraordinary opportunity to experience the breathtaking salt flats in the Andes. With convenient transportation, a breakfast stop, and a knowledgeable guide, this affordable excursion allows travelers to capture stunning photographs and marvel at the unique geological formations that make this destination so captivating. Travelers won’t want to miss this unforgettable adventure.
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