$3,990 USD
FOR PERSON
10 days 
March 24 to April 2, 2025
Calama, Chile
Suitable for all photographic levels
Available locations 2/10
La Paz, Bolivia
We offer you a complete and immersive photographic trip to Bolivia and San Pedro de Atacama, where we will visit the Uyuni Salt Flat and the Eduardo Avaroa Andean Fauna National Reserve, in one of the largest salt deposits in the world.
Because of the season, it is very likely that we will have the incredible reflections that this site offers. In addition, we will explore San Pedro de Atacama, Valle de la Luna, Vallesito, Cordillera de la Sal, Salar de Atacama, Piedras Rojas, Cactus Canyon, and the hot springs, as well as enjoying the Rainbow Valley. We will also visit the national reserve, surrounded by mountains, enjoying the incredible starry skies and admiring the local fauna.
In this 10-day trip we will see diverse landscapes of Bolivia and Chile, as both countries possess unparalleled natural jewels. Their geological history has delineated some of the most capricious and visually beautiful landscapes in the world. Home to ancient cultures and traditions as colorful as their landscapes.
In these South American territories you will be able to photograph volcanoes with glaciers, huge salt flats, deserts, lakes and wildlife. All this under the impressive stellar mantle during the night and the most special light during the day.
Don’t miss this great opportunity to travel, learn and live an unforgettable experience in this photographic trip, together with other people passionate about nature photography, in one of the most beautiful territories in South America!
On this trip we are looking for night, sunrise and sunset landscape photography in the Salar de Uyuni, which offers us the largest natural mirror in the world. We will have the opportunity to photograph the Milky Way before sunrise, which will allow us to compose and be creative in this incredible site.
We will visit the south of Bolivia and head to the Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve, and on the way we will visit several lagoons and capture the impressive landscapes that we will find along the way, such as geysers, hot springs, the Stone Tree, the Green Lagoon, the Red Lagoon, and we will reach the Licancabur volcano.
In addition, we will cross into Chile, where we will explore San Pedro de Atacama and its surroundings. We will visit the Moon Valley, Vallesito, the Salt Mountain Range, the Atacama Salt Flat, Piedras Rojas, the Cactus Canyon, the hot springs, and the impressive Rainbow Valley. Each of these places offers unique landscapes that will complement our photographic experience, giving us new opportunities to capture the beauty of South America.
During sunset and sunrise, with the radiant colors of the golden hour and the cool tones of the blue hour, you will be able to create an infinite number of compositions with the textures of the rocks, the desert flora and reflections in the lakes as foregrounds.
You will be able to enjoy one of the darkest skies in the region.
All of the above with the help of professional landscape photographers and local guides in the area.
This trip will take place in the month of March (autumn season) leaving the rainy season, as these hinder the contemplation of this natural wealth. Therefore, the selected dates are the best for landscape photography and also to have a greater chance of enjoying clear skies, especially useful in night photography. All this in order to have a greater enjoyment of photography in the places we visit and to have reflections for our photographs in the Salar de Uyuni and the Atacama Desert.
Our trip is designed for people passionate about nature photography, from beginners to advanced.
We can classify this trip as low to medium difficulty, because we will do short hikes throughout the day.
One of the points to highlight is that we will be at an average altitude of 3900mnsm and a maximum altitude of 4900msnm so it is important to take into account that our body will react to this factor, so if you have a condition where the altitude affects your body you will have to consult your doctor to give you the proper instructions.
The altitude affects our body, and we recommend acclimatization prior to the trip, one way to do this is to arrive 1 to 3 days before to La Paz which is at 3900msnm, and allow the natural adaptation and thus have a better response of our body in this trip.
Regarding age, this trip is suitable for any age as long as you are in reasonably good health and do not have any serious cardiovascular or respiratory disease.
As for the level of knowledge, in this trip it is recommended to have basic knowledge of manual camera use and understanding of the exposure triangle.
Otherwise, we will be assisting you to solve your photographic doubts and photographic challenges as they arise.
Likewise, no minimum photographic equipment is required, however, you will find below a list of recommended equipment.
With any camera that can be used in Manual mode you will be able to take advantage of the trip, we will help you get the most out of your equipment.
Some clients have even achieved great images with pocket cameras or a smartphone.
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Our trip begins in La Paz, for this day March 24 we will have one night of shared double lodging with the aim of arriving from their destinations of origin and can rest.
This day we will be starting our activities early in the morning touring the Witches’ Market and then having lunch and getting ready for a pre-sunset photographic talk at the Valle de las Animas.
After our sunset we will head to our hotel where we will rest and prepare our things for our departure the next day to Uyuni.
The program is to take the flight on March 26th, the availability of the places will depend on the date of your reservation, in case there is no flight you will have to travel by land. Therefore, as soon as the trip is confirmed and the reservation is made, airline tickets will be purchased.
On March 26th we will leave early from our hotel to get to the airport to take our flight to Uyuni (the cost of theflight is included).
During these days we will be in the Salar de Uyuni and we will visit different photographic points during sunrise, sunset and night.
We will take advantage of the nights to do night photography and appreciate the center of the Milky Way, and if the rainy season arrived abundantly we will have the opportunity to take advantage of the reflection that is generated in the Salar and thus be able to create incredible photos.
In these days we will head towards the Eduardo Avaroa National Reserve, and we will visit Laguna Colorada, Laguna Verde, Arbol de Piedra, Lincancabur Volcano and more places.
We will have several spots for sunset and sunrise photography, and we will take advantage of the nights for night photography, since there is practically no light pollution.
We will see volcanoes, lagoons, diverse fauna in the places we visit and we will be able to taste the regional food prepared by a local chef who will be with us throughout the trip.
At this stage of the trip, we will leave in the direction of the Licancabur Volcano, where we will enjoy part of the morning capturing the landscapes and majesty of the region. Then, we will head to the border point to leave Bolivia and enter Chile, where we will head towards the Atacama Desert. We will arrive in the afternoon to rest, with the opportunity to tour the picturesque town of San Pedro de Atacama, with its streets full of history and culture, giving us a break before continuing our photographic adventure in the following days.
During these days, we will dedicate ourselves to landscape and night photography in the various points that the Atacama Desert offers us. We will explore places like Valle de la Luna, Vallesito, Cordillera de la Sal, Salar de Atacama, Piedras Rojas, Cactus Canyon, and the hot springs. We will capture the breathtaking sunsets while enjoying the beauty of the Moon Valley, where the golden light of the sunset will highlight the spectacular desert landscapes and give us the opportunity to create unique photographic compositions in each session.
We will have our last sunrise in the Atacama Desert, taking advantage of the first light of day to capture the majestic views before returning to the town of San Pedro de Atacama. Afterwards, we will head to Calama, where we will drop off at the airport for those who have flights scheduled for the evening, thus concluding this unforgettable photographic adventure.
The investment for this photographic trip in a shared double room is $3,990USD. You will be able to reserve your place with $1000 USD. Subject to availability at the time of request.
You will have to settle no later than January 14, 2025If you fail to do so, your place will be released and there will be no refund.
You can opt for the following payment scheme:
If you require a single room, this has an additional cost of $750 USD. There are no reservations without a deposit.
Note: The availability of the flight will be checked on the date of your departure. If there is no flight, you will have to take the land route or pay the difference in case you find another air route to Uyuni with a stopover at another point.
We have the following payment methods: international transfer via SWIFT, Wester Union and Mercado Pago.
In this photographic trip many of the sites are close to where we will leave the vehicle. However, we will be in La Paz Bolivia at an altitude of 3600 masl, which may imply greater physical efforts. Being in the Bolivian Altiplano we will arrive at 4800 masl, and in San Pedro Atacama it is at 2450 masl. This may imply a good physical and health condition. We highly recommend arriving a couple of days before to La Paz Bolivia, for a proper acclimatization to the altitude and enjoy the trip.
No, it is a trip suitable for all levels.
No specific photographic level is required.
It is recommended to understand the exposure triangle, as well as the manual use of your camera.
In March and April, both in Uyuni and in the Atacama Desert, the weather is mild during the day, but with cool, even cold nights and early mornings. In Uyuni, there can still be water in the salt flat in March, which generates the spectacular reflections, while in April the weather becomes drier. In Atacama, conditions are typically dry and clear, ideal for landscape photography and starry skies. Although the days are usually pleasant, temperatures drop considerably at night, so it is important to be prepared for the thermal contrast.
Food is included in part of the trip. On the days that are not included, there will be restaurants with options to eat adequately.
Drinking and non-carbonated water will be provided throughout the trip.
Alcoholic, soft or flavored drinks are not included.
We will be in lodges sharing double rooms, staying in large lodges that allow us comfort and convenience to rest and to be able to be able to carry out our photographic objectives.
In Uyuni we will be in one of the best lodges at the foot of the Salar de Uyuni, while in San Pedro Atacama we will be in lodging with great comfort inside San Pedro Atacama, being inside the town.
In case of requiring a single room, it will be necessary to request it in advance to check availability.
In case you require a single room, this will have a cost of 750 USD.
Yes, anyone from any country can participate in the trip. The starting point is the airport in the city of La Paz, and we will end this trip in Calama, Chile.
If you have any questions, please let us know.
We will advise you on what to take on this Photographic Trip.
As soon as you sign up for this Photographic Trip, we will send you our travel guide and equipment recommendation.
This recommendation refers not only to the clothes, accessories and necessary elements to take with you on the trip, but also to the photographic equipment.
In short, you will not have to worry about anything, as our experts will inform you of everything you need to bring to make the most of this trip.
As an additional extension to your trip from Uyuni, Sajama National Park offers a unique experience that combines stunning landscapes, exceptional biodiversity and a rich cultural heritage.
All the information by clicking here or on the picture.
What will this photographic extension look like?
We will stay one more night in the Salar de Uyuni on April 1st in order to rest and leave early on April 2nd in the direction of Sajama in order to arrive at lunch and receive the first sunset in this area.
We will spend two nights in the Sajama National Park in order to visit different corners of this incredible site.
Finishing in Sajama, we will head towards La Paz.
The cost of this extension is 900 USD for double occupancy.
Travel organized by Feral Frame.
Feral Frame carefully designs each of the routes it offers, adapting at all times to the needs of the traveler.
However, due to the particularities of the country, it is possible that these itineraries may suffer variations in their route and places to visit.
In this sense, the guides/photographers reserve the right to vary the itinerary and/or planned activities depending on weather and environmental conditions, road conditions, etc.
Likewise, the photographer(s) guide(s) reserve the right to interrupt or vary the route of the trip in case of force majeure circumstances, such as illness, accident or theft of themselves or any of the clients who are part of the trip, always trying to ensure that in such a case these circumstances are solved in the shortest possible period of time, in order to resume the trip with the least possible damage to the content of the planned program.
Likewise, Feral Frame reserves the right to substitute the guide/photographer(s) of the trip in case of force majeure circumstances, such as illness, accident, or hospitalization of the same or of first or second degree relatives, among others.
In these cases, the trip will be carried out with alternative guides/photographers without the trip being affected.
We reserve the right to change workshop dates, itinerary or accommodations as required by weather conditions, political situations and other factors beyond our responsibility, without consulting the attendees.
Such decisions will be made in the best interest of all participants and their safety.
Should it be necessary to postpone a trip or change the itinerary due to bad weather, road conditions, transportation delays, government intervention, illness, volcanic eruption or other contingency, the cost of delays or changes is not included.
Feral Frame and its members will confirm the trip giving the green light for the purchase of the flights to the trip.
This trip confirmation is done when the minimum number of people considered for each trip is reached, in case of not having it at a certain date, the trip will be canceled and there will be no responsibility for the expenses generated prior to the trip (flights, insurance, purchase of equipment, clothing, etc…).
We reserve the right to cancel the workshop or tour prior to departure for any reason, including logistical problems such as strikes, wars, acts, volcanic eruptions or any other circumstance that may interfere with the objective of the trip.
All payments made by participants and received for the photographic trip will be reimbursed immediately and this reimbursement will be the limit of our responsibility.
We are not responsible for any expenses incurred by participants, including non-refundable or penalty airline tickets, special clothing, visa or passport fees, or other expenses related to the trip.
In case of cancellation for any reason, 15% of the total amount of the trip will be retained, which is for handling administrative expenses and will not be refunded under any circumstances.
If the workshop is held and you cancel, you can do the following:
Payment can be made by wire transfer in Mexico with the following information:
BBVA Bancomer Andres Valle Rodriguez
CLABE 012 650 01520356554 2
ACCOUNT 152 035 6554
International wire transfer
SWIFT BCMRMXMMPYM
CLABE 012 650 01520356554 2
We assume no liability for injury, loss or damage to persons or property in connection with any service resulting directly from: detention, inconvenience, delays, expenses arising from quarantine, strikes, theft, robbery, pilferage, failure of any means of transportation to arrive or depart as scheduled, civil disturbances, terrorism, governmental restrictions or regulations, discrepancies or changes in transit or hotel services over which we have no control. Reasonable changes to the itinerary may be made when deemed advisable for the comfort and welfare of the participants. In the event that a medical problem arises during the expedition, resulting in evacuation costs, use of aircraft or repatriation, the responsibility for payment of these costs rests solely with the passenger. We recommend that passengers ensure that such eventualities are covered by travel insurance. If not covered by travel insurance, the responsibility remains with the passenger and we specifically disclaim any liability.
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