Puno: Uros Floating Islands and Taquile Island Day Trip
ID: GYG1091984-1676756
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
09:00 hours
Description
Explore the Uros Floating Islands and Taquile Island on a day trip from Puno. Learn about the Uros people's unique way of life and enjoy a scenic speedboat ride on Lake Titicaca.
Start your day with a pickup from your hotel in Puno and head to the port. Board a speedboat and set off on your journey across Lake Titicaca. As you cruise, admire the stunning views of the Titicaca Reserve, home to a variety of endemic birds.
Arrive at the Uros Floating Islands, where your guide will explain the history and culture of this indigenous community. Learn how the islands are constructed and, if you choose, take an optional ride on a boat made of totora reeds for a closer look at the community.
Continue your journey across the lake, taking in the spectacular views of the highest navigable lake in the world. Arrive at Taquile Island and enjoy a walking tour, where you’ll be treated to breathtaking views of the Andes and Bolivia.
Visit the Taquileños, one of the few native communities still governed by Inca codes. Discover their expert weaving skills, recognized by UNESCO as part of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity. Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant before boarding your boat for the return journey to Puno.
Highlights
- Experience the unique culture of the Uros people on their floating islands
- Enjoy a scenic speedboat ride on Lake Titicaca, the world's highest lake
- Visit Taquile Island and learn about the Taquileños' Inca traditions
- Take an optional ride in a local boat made of reeds in Uros Community
- Savor a delicious lunch at a local restaurant on Taquile Island
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour starts at 7:10 am and ends at 4:30 pm
Lunch is included
Optional totora boat ride is not included in the price
Hotel pick-up is included only for accommodations located within Puno city. The following hotels are outside the coverage area and do not qualify for this complimentary service: Sonesta Posada del Inca, Casa Andina Premium, GHL Lago Titicaca, Lake Titicaca Hotel, José Antonio Hoteles, and other locations outside downtown Puno.
If your hotel is outside the designated area, we can arrange a meeting point in the city center. Alternatively, hotel pick-up and drop-off can be provided for an additional cost
INCLUDED
- Speedboat ride
- Guided tour of Uros floating islands
- Guided tour of Taquile Island
- Lunch at a local restaurant
- Entrance fee to Uros Community
- Entrance fee to Taquile Island
NOT INCLUDED
- Optional totora boat ride (Approximated cost, 4 USD per person)
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.
