On Lake Titicaca, one ancient people, the Uros, live on islands made of living reeds that float around the lake. The Uros people have been living on the lake for hundreds of yearsthey were forced to take up residence on the floating islands when the Incas expanded onto their land. In the shadow of the Andes, on the worlds highest navigable lake, they make their living from fishing and from selling their reed handicrafts to tourists.
The island of Taquile is famous for its knitting and weaving. Once a Spanish colonial prison, the region is now inhabited by 3000 long-living Taquilenos.
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Key Details
- Mobile Voucher Accepted
- Hotel pickup Available
- Duration: 10 Hrs
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Language:
English
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Departure Time :
06:30 AM
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Return Details :
Emergency phones: +34 692 271 415 +51 1 693 9458 (office hours M-F 9:00-18:00 hrs)
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Cancellation Policy : This activity is non-refundable Tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.
Overview
Discover the islands on Lake titicaca on this full day tour from Puno. Visit the Uros floating islands and Taquile Island, where you will learn about the customs and traditions of the local people.
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On Lake Titicaca, one ancient people, the Uros, live on islands made of living reeds that float around the lake. The Uros people have been living on the lake for hundreds of years—they were forced to take up residence on the floating islands when the Incas expanded onto their land. In the shadow of the Andes, on the world’s highest navigable lake, they make their living from fishing and from selling their reed handicrafts to tourists.
The island of Taquile is famous for its knitting and weaving. Once a Spanish colonial prison, the region is now inhabited by 3000 long-living Taquilenos.
Inclusions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only - Near downtown Puno)
- Professional guide
- Lunch
Exclusions
- Transfers from/to hotel (Additional payment if hotel is far away from Downtown Puno like: Libertador, Eco Inn, Casa Andina Private Collection, Sonesta Posada del Inca, Jose Antonio, and Chucuito town hotels)
- Gratuities
Additional Info
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Pickups only in hotels near downtown Puno. (There is a supplemental charge for pickups from hotels outside the city of Puno: Libertador, Eco Inn, Casa Andina Private Collection, Posada del Inka, Jose Antonio and hotels in the village of Chucuito)
