Puno: 2-day excursion, Uros Islands, Amantani and Taquile + Virtual Reality Puno: 2-day tour, Uros Islands, Amantani and Taquile + Virtual Reality

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ID: GYG1063745-1634652
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Country: Peru

Duration: 2 days


Description

Immerse yourself in a Virtual Reality Tour with Oculus Quest 2 at the end of the excursion, in addition to experiencing two unforgettable days of Community Tourism on Lake Titicaca.
The tour begins with transfers from hotels or meeting points to the main port. Transfers are 15 to 20 minutes before the start of the tour.

Day 1: Uros Islands and Amantani

Begin your adventure at 8:00 a.m. by sailing to the floating islands of the Uros, built with totora reeds by an ancestral community that lives on the water. Learn about their history, their homes, and their traditional way of life for approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Then, head to the magical island of Amantaní, sailing for approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes, where you will be welcomed by a local family with whom you will share an authentic experience. Enjoy a typical lunch, climb to the Pachatata or Pachamama viewpoint to watch the sunset over the lake, and participate in a cultural evening with traditional music and dance.

Day 2: Taquile

After breakfast in Amantani, at 7:30 a.m., head to Taquile Island, famous for its community organization and UNESCO-recognized textiles. Walk along its trails, enjoy a local lunch overlooking the lake, and learn about its customs. Finally, you will arrive in Puno at 3:00 or 3:30 p.m., where the bus will be waiting to take you to your accommodation.

Highlights

  • Enjoy a unique experience and a typical lunch.
  • Enjoy a magical sunset at the highest point of Amantani.
  • Immerse yourself in a virtual reality tour.
  • Enjoy community-based tourism.
  • Sail Lake Titicaca

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This tour includes a 40-minute walk to Pachatata in Amantani, and there is also the option of riding a motorcycle.
INCLUDED
  • Transfer from the hotel or bus station to the port and return
  • Tourist boat (with all safety equipment)
  • Bilingual tour guide (Spanish - English)
  • Entry ticket to the Islands of Uros, Amantani, and Taquile
  • 3 meals (1 lunch, 1 dinner, and 1 breakfast)
  • Virtual Reality Tour (Chucuito, Chullpas de Molloco, and AramuMuro); request at the end of the tour.
NOT INCLUDED
  • Totora raft ride in Uros

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.