Uyuni · Things to do

Coral-rock outcrop covered in cacti several metres tall, ringed by white salt. Access depends entirely on water levels.

Watch salt raked, dried and bagged by hand, then browse the craft stalls. The working end of the salt economy.

A red mineral lake at 4,300m holding three flamingo species. The centrepiece of the multi-day southwest circuit.

Boiling mud pools and sulphur vents at nearly 5,000m, visited at dawn. Stay on the paths; the crust is thin.

The flat horizon kills depth perception, so bring props. Guides are expert at the shots and will direct you.