From Puno: Kayak on Lake Titicaca, Uros and Taquile Full Day

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ID: GYG1175421-1802169
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Country: Peru

Duration: 09:00 hours


Description

Kayak across Lake Titicaca and visit the floating islands of Uros and Taquile on a full-day tour from Puno, combining nature, living culture, and Andean landscapes.
Enjoy an active and cultural experience on Lake Titicaca, combining kayaking, traditional communities, and highland landscapes on this full-day tour from Puno.

PICK-UP IN PUNO
The adventure begins with a pick-up from your hotel and a transfer to the port, where you'll receive a safety briefing and the necessary equipment to start kayaking.

Kayaking on Lake Titicaca
For about two hours, you'll paddle through the calm waters of Lake Titicaca, allowing you to observe the local flora and fauna up close, such as water birds and species typical of the high Andean ecosystem.

THE FLOATING ISLANDS OF THE UROS
Later, you'll arrive at one of the floating Uros Islands, where you'll meet up with the rest of the group for a guided tour to learn about the construction process of these totora reed islands and the lifestyle of their inhabitants.

TAQUILE ISLAND
The tour continues to Taquile Island, known for its communal organization, ancestral traditions, and prestigious textile tradition. There, you'll enjoy a local lunch and take a walk along stone paths while learning about Quechua culture, clothing, and customs.

Back to Puno
The tour ends with the return to Puno and the transfer back to your hotel.

Highlights

  • Kayaking experience on Lake Titicaca
  • Cultural visit to the Uros floating islands
  • Tour of Taquile and its renowned textile tradition

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
INCLUDED
  • Round-trip tourist transportation
  • Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel in Puno
  • Bilingual (Spanish/English) professional guide
  • Full kayaking gear
  • Life jacket
  • Safety boat
  • Tickets to the islands
  • First aid kit
  • Boats for transfers
NOT INCLUDED
  • Totora Raft
  • Extra water and drinks
  • Personal expenses
  • Souvenirs and crafts
  • Others not mentioned

When should I book?

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.


Cancellations

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.