Lake Titicaca

Lake Titicaca Uros and Taquile Islands full day tour

The islands of Uros are located 4.3 miles (7km) east of Puno, these unique floating islands are Lake Titicaca’s top attraction. Their uniqueness is due to their construction. They have been created entirely with the buoyant Totora reeds that grow abundantly in the shallows of the lake.

Price $55

$40 pp

Duration

1-Day

Destination

Uros & Taquile Islands

Small group

2 – 10 people

Transportation

Motorboat

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Itinerary Summary

  • Day 1: We pick you up from your hotel at 6:30 am. We headed to the port to board our speedboat. Then we will make guided tours to the islands of Uros and in the afternoon to the island of Taquile.

Difficulty

The difficulty is Easy,  The travel from Puno by speedboat. On the islands visits with short walks.

Itinerary

Duration: 10 hours approx. Distance: 75 kilometers round trip (takes 3 hours, 10 min. OW to Taquile, By Classic Motor Boat = 11 km/hour).

At 6:30 am pick up from your hotel in Puno, and transfer to the port. Then by motor boat (35 feet long with a covered section in case of rain or cold weather, 25 individual seats), we visit the Uros floating Islands. Stepping on them feels very much like a water bed (but it is quite safe). We see the houses, and the islands and meet their inhabitants. Uros people are descendants of one of the oldest South American groups. Rides on traditional reed boats can be arranged. In the mornings these islands can be crowded. We visit two of the 60 islands before continuing on to Taquile Island.

After a relaxed navigation of extra 2 1/2 hours when we enjoy the spectacular views offered by Lake Titicaca, we get to Taquile Island. There a unique community can be observed. A long path gradually ascending will take us to the village (45 min. hike approx) to visit the communal cooperative where you will find handy craft textiles. Lunch at one of the many local restaurants. The views are magnificent. Then we descend 500 steps down to the main port of the island. at 2:30 pm approx. depart back to Puno City (3-hour return journey). At 5:30 pm Arrival in Puno and then transfer to your hotel in Puno.

Additional Information

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Items to bring
Price
  • Transfers from your hotel in Puno.
  • Group speedboat transport.
  • Entries to the Islands.
  • Guide in English.
  • Lunch.
  • Extra drinks and snacks for the boat
  • Tips for guide or boat driver.
  • Sunscreen/hat.
  • Water and a snack for the boat.
  • Camera.
  • Money for souvenirs.

PRICES

  • Group service price: $40 per person.

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Lake Titicaca Uros and Taquile Islands full day tour

Small group

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