After breakfast, we depart Villamar toward the heart
of the Reserva Nacional de Fauna Andina Eduardo Avaroa (REA), one of the most
stunning places in the Bolivian Altiplano. Prepare for a day where nature
reveals its full splendor and the infinite range of unique colors of Sud Lipez.
Our first stop is Laguna Colorada, a visual spectacle
with intense red tones. This natural phenomenon, caused by microalgae and
minerals, is also home to thousands of Andean flamingos, bringing life and
movement to the landscape.
Next, we continue to the geothermal field Geysers Sol
de Mañana, where the earth breathes and roars through fumaroles and boiling mud
pits. At nearly 5,000 meters above sea level, you will feel the planet’s pure
energy beneath your feet.
After the morning chill, nothing beats relaxing in
Polques Hot Springs, a true natural oasis surrounded by mountains. If you wish,
you can enjoy a bath in mineral-rich waters while taking in the serenity of
Salar de Chalviri stretching across the horizon.
The route continues to the Dalí Desert, a vast stretch
of sand and rock that looks like a surrealist canvas. Its shapes and colors,
sculpted by wind and time, evoke the paintings of master Salvador Dalí.
At the foot of the majestic Licancabur Volcano (5,971 m), we discover the
mystical Laguna Verde, famous for its shifting emerald hues due to its high
mineral content.
In the afternoon, we begin the return through the
Siloli Desert, where unique natural sculptures rise, such as the iconic Árbol
de Piedra and the rock formations known as the Damas del Desierto. The sunset
bathes the rocks, revealing golden and reddish tones, transforming the
surroundings into a natural masterpiece.
At the end of the day, we arrive at Ojo de Perdiz for
dinner and rest. Under one of the clearest skies on the planet, the Altiplano
firmament unfolds like an unforgettable starry blanket.
