Two activities in one full day. Visit the floating islands of the indigenous Uros people, then sail to Taquile Island and meet the local people to learn more about their traditions, with views of Lake Titicaca's spectacular scenery.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 8 - 10 hours
- Starting time 7:00 AM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- Spanish, English, French, Italian
- Pickup included
- Pick-up from your hotel in downtown Puno. Please provide the name and address of your hotel/accommodation while booking so that the pickup can be arranged.
Experience
Highlights
- Marvel at the manmade floating islands of the Uros people
- Take in the scenic splendor of Lake Titicaca
- Sample some of the local food
- Meet and interact with the indigenous people, and learn more about life on the lake
Full description
Depart Puno and journey to the floating islands of the Uros people on Lake Titicaca. Get explanations from your guide about how these islands are created by the locals using bundles of dried totora reeds. Learn the history of the area and interact with the locals to hear more about their life out on the water.
Then, cruise over to Taquile Island in the largest part of Lake Titicaca. Experience life on the lake up close and get some stunning views of the Andes Mountains as a bonus. Hear about the inhabitants of Taquile Island and how they descended from the Inca people to mostly work as farmers and weavers, and how they have inherited some distinct Inca traditions.
Go for a medium-level hike on the island, known for its handwoven art and collective farms, and enjoy a lunch of local produce served in a local restaurant. Then, return to Puno city on the shore of the lake for the end of the tour services.
Includes
- Pickup and drop-off from your hotel (downtown Puno only)
- Entrance fees to the floating islands and Taquile island
- Bilingual guide (English and Spanish)
- Lunch
- Transportation by regular boat or by speedboat (if option selected)
- Cold drinks
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off outside of downtown Puno. This can be arranged at an additional cost for the following locations: the Sonesta Posada del Inca hotel, Casa Andina Premium, Hotel Libertador Isla Esteves, Xima Hotels, Jose Antonio Hotels, and Mirador del Titicaca.
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Important information
Know before you go
- A vegetarian lunch option is available on request
- Please note that the visit to Taquile Island involves a medium-level amount of hiking
- Please bring sun screen, a sun hat, walking shoes and waterproof clothes (January, February and March only)
