Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia? If you're planning to go to Salar de Uyuni, this article contains some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia

Based on the climate and weather in Salar de Uyuni, the best time to go is May. See below for details.

Important essentials for Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Salar de Uyuni, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks are not available for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an excellent TSA-friendly option.


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards often become worn. An unreadable card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.


  • N95 masks to use in crowded airports

    These N95 masks provide the best level of protection you can have.


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Travel insurance

    If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans

General health necessities

Salar de Uyuni is at a very high altitude, and may result in altitude sickness. For that reason, you will want to pack strong altitude sickness prevention products and treatments.


  • Supplements

    Ginko biloba or other supplements (ask your doctor before using)


  • Oximeter to check blood oxygen

    Like this

  • Consider asking your doctor about Diamox

  • Over-the-counter medicine

    Ibuprofen

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What to wear/what to pack for Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia by month

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January

If you are traveling to Salar de Uyuni in January, you will notice that it is chilly. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 40s F (single digits C). There is frost a bit less than half of the time.

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February

February for Salar de Uyuni is crisp. Temperatures average in the high 40s F (single digits C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost a bit less than half of the time. It rains about half of the time.

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March

March in Salar de Uyuni is relatively cool. Temperatures average in the high 40s F (single digits C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost a bit less than half of the time. It rains about a third of the time.

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April

If you go to Salar de Uyuni in April, you will notice that it can be very chilly. Expect it to rain once in a while. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 40s F (single digits C). There is frost about half of the time.

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May

May for Salar de Uyuni is pretty cool. Temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost most days.

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June

If you go to Salar de Uyuni in June, you will notice that it is cold. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 30s F (single digits C). There is frost most days.

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July

If you are traveling to Salar de Uyuni in July, you will notice that it can be very chilly. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 30s F (single digits C). There is frost most days.

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August

August in Salar de Uyuni is cold. Temperatures average in the high 30s F (single digits C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost most days.

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September

If you are traveling to Salar de Uyuni in September, you will notice that it is brisk. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 40s F (single digits C). There is frost about two thirds of the time.

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October

October in this region can be brisk. Temperatures average in the 40s F (single digits C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost about half of the time. It rains occasionally.

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November

If you go to Salar de Uyuni in November, you will notice that it is relatively cool. Expect it to rain sometimes. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 40s F (single digits C). There is frost a bit less than half of the time.

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December

December here is relatively cool. Temperatures average in the high 40s F (single digits C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost 5-10 days this month. It rains about half of the time.

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Activities for Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Salar de Uyuni.

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