Full-Day Uros and Taquile Island Tour from Puno
Overview
Uros and Taquile islands in Peru's Lake Titicaca offer a unique full-day exploration filled with cultural interactions. Experience the floating islands made of native "totora" reeds while learning about the customs and traditions of the local people.
- 🌿 A professional guide will accompany you throughout your visit, providing insights into the local culture.
- 🚤 All transportation to, from, and on the lake is included for your convenience.
- 🍽️ Enjoy a traditional lunch prepared by the locals during your visit.
- ⚠️ Be prepared for varying weather conditions as you explore these unique islands.
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Pickup included
- English speaking Tour guide on board
- Hotel pickup and Drop-off downtown Puno
- Entrance ticket to the Islands
- Typical meals / Optional vegetarian
- Comfort Speed Boat with Lifejacket
- Beverage Water, snack,
- Hotels Pickup out from the City, Libertador,San Antonio Additional Cost. $10
- EXTRA Activity reed boat $.5
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Lake TiticacaAt 7:10 am pick-up from your hotel in Puno, transfer to the port. Then by confortable motor boat, (30 individual seats) we visit the Uros floating Islands. Stepping on them feels very much like a water bed (but it is quite safe). We see the houses, the islands and meet its inhabitants. Uros people are descendant of one of the oldest South American groups. Rides on traditional reed boats can be arranged. In the mornings these islands can be crowded. We visit two of the 80 islands before continuing on to "Taquile Island".
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Taquile IslandAfter a relaxed navigation of extra 1 hour and a half when we enjoy the spectacular views offered by Lake Titicaca, we get to "Taquile island". There a unique community can be observed. A long path gradually ascending will take us to the village (45 min. hike approx) to visit the communal cooperative where you will find handy craft textiles. Lunch at one of the many local restaurants. The views are magnificent. Then we descent 600 steps down to the main port of the island. At 15:40 hrs. Arrival to Puno then transfer to your hotel in Puno.