Excursion to the Chullpas of Sillustani and Lake Umayo

Explore the ancient Chullpas of Sillustani from Puno and admire Lake Umayo. Learn about the waru-warus, discover the traditions of the local communities, and learn about the legacy of the Altiplano.
Discover one of the most iconic archaeological sites of the Peruvian Altiplano on a half-day excursion from Puno to the Chullpas of Sillustani. The tour combines archaeological heritage, natural landscapes, and an insight into the traditions of the local communities.

Benefit from pick-up at your hotel and head to Sillustani. Along the way, you will stop to learn about the waru-warus, ancient pre-Hispanic agricultural systems used in the highlands. You'll also have the opportunity to visit the homes of local residents and learn about some aspects of their culture and lifestyle.

Upon arrival at Sillustani, explore this important archaeological complex located next to Lake Umayo. Discover its imposing chullpas, large stone funerary structures associated with the ancient cultures that inhabited this region of the Altiplano.

Wrap up the tour by admiring Lake Umayo and its landscapes before heading back to Puno. This experience is an ideal choice for discovering the region's archaeological and cultural heritage on an excursion lasting approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes.

Trip Itinerary:

2:00 p.m. – Pick-up and departure from Puno
Pick-up from your hotel and departure to the Chullpas of Sillustani.

Waru-waru and local community
Along the way, stop to learn about the waru-waru, ancient agricultural systems of the Altiplano. Then visit the homes of local residents to learn about aspects of their culture and lifestyle.

Chullpas of Sillustani
Arrival at the Sillustani Archaeological Complex. Explore its imposing chullpas, stone funerary structures associated with the ancient cultures that inhabited the Altiplano.

Umayo Lagoon and return journey
Admire Lake Umayo and its landscapes before beginning the journey back to Puno. Arrival at approximately 5:30 PM.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.