Lake Titicaca (Day Trip) Uros & Taquile Islands - Puno

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  • Duration: 9 Hrs
  • Language:
    English
  • Departure Time :
    07:00 AM
  • Cancellation Policy :
    This activity is non-refundable Tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.

Overview

The shimmering blue waters of Lake titicaca is home to the famous, man-made Floating Islands of Uros. These islands and their dwellings, which date back to pre-Incan time, are made completely out of totora reeds, a native bulrush plant that grows in the lake. With a guided tour, get to know the inhabitants that have formed a small community and learn how these islands stay afloat. During the afternoon, visit the island of Taquile and experience the unique culture of the locals.

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We will be picking you up from your hotel within the historic centre of Puno between 0645 and 0700 in the morning. Before boarding the motor boat to Uros Island we will have a brief stop at the boat pier where you can buy some snacks and bottled water. Once you would settle in the boat, a local musician would welcome you with an Andean Folkloric music. Our guide would then introduce himself and the captain of the boat before giving you a brief about the days itinerary on the Worlds highest navigable lake, Lake Titicaca.Our first stop will be at the iconic floating islands of Uros. During the journey from the mainland to one of the Uros Islands, you can see totora plants that grow on Lake Titicaca. These constitute the basic source of food and, at the same time, they serve as a maintenance system that the Uros have to perpetuate the existence of the islandsAs the boat would dock in, local women dressed in the local attire would extend a warm welcome to the place they call home.The head of the island would then demonstrate how they build these islands using totora plants and would share a few words in their native language (Aymara). Natives here are known for their handicrafts, so you may buy some if you would wish to. You will then have an option of sailing on the traditional totora reed boat (10 Soles) to the main island of Uros. If desired, you can get your passport stamped here as a souvenir.From here, we will start our boat ride to Taquile islands. You may walk up to the open deck on the upper level of the boat and get some photos of the floating islands that you would be passing through.
Breaching the green waters of Perus Lake Titicaca is the little mound island of Taquile where the local villagers have created a steady industry of knit handicrafts, which are knit by the men of the community.Taquile is home to a Quechua population of 2,000 people who are mainly farmers, fishermen and above all renowned weavers.However, unlike the often tragically traditional view of knitting and textile work as the demesne of women, it is the men of Taquile Island who do much of the delicate thread work. The craftwork is divided between weaving and knitting; women do the weaving, while the knitting is the mans work.We will stop for lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch at around 02:30 PM, you will be boarding the boat back to Puno. At approximately 04:30 in the evening, the boat will dock in Punos boat pier. We will meet you upon your arrival and will drive you back to your hotel within the historic center of the city.

Itinerary:


We will be picking you up from your hotel within the historic centre of Puno between 0645 and 0700 in the morning. Before boarding the motor boat to Uros Island we will have a brief stop at the boat pier where you can buy some snacks and bottled water. Once you would settle in the boat, a local musician would welcome you with an Andean Folkloric music. Our guide would then introduce himself and the captain of the boat before giving you a brief about the day’s itinerary on the World’s highest navigable lake, Lake Titicaca. Our first stop will be at the iconic floating islands of Uros. During the journey from the mainland to one of the Uros Islands, you can see totora plants that grow on Lake Titicaca. These constitute the basic source of food and, at the same time, they serve as a maintenance system that the Uros have to perpetuate the existence of the islands As the boat would dock in, local women dressed in the local attire would extend a warm welcome to the place they call home. The head of the island would then demonstrate how they build these islands using totora plants and would share a few words in their native language (Aymara). Natives here are known for their handicrafts, so you may buy some if you would wish to. You will then have an option of sailing on the traditional totora reed boat (10 Soles) to the main island of Uros. If desired, you can get your passport stamped here as a souvenir. From here, we will start our boat ride to Taquile islands. You may walk up to the open deck on the upper level of the boat and get some photos of the floating islands that you would be passing through.
Breaching the green waters of Peru’s Lake Titicaca is the little mound island of Taquile where the local villagers have created a steady industry of knit handicrafts, which are knit by the men of the community. Taquile is home to a Quechua population of 2,000 people who are mainly farmers, fishermen and above all renowned weavers. However, unlike the often tragically traditional view of knitting and textile work as the demesne of women, it is the men of Taquile Island who do much of the delicate thread work. The craftwork is divided between weaving and knitting; women do the weaving, while the knitting is the man’s work. We will stop for lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch at around 02:30 PM, you will be boarding the boat back to Puno. At approximately 04:30 in the evening, the boat will dock in Puno’s boat pier. We will meet you upon your arrival and will drive you back to your hotel within the historic center of the city.

Inclusions

  • Transport
  • Bi-lingual tour guide (English and Spanish)
  • Entrance fees
  • Lunch
  • Puno hotel transfer (Within the historic centre)
  • Puno boat pier embarkation tax

Exclusions

  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Accommodation
  • Totora Reed Boat ride (optional) 15 Soles

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adults lap

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveler Reviews

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  • 03-Mar-2023

    A very good tour company, efficient team of people, easy to reach and friendly tour guide. There were no qualms and everything were just as mentioned in the itinerary while booking the tour with no unpleasant surprises.

  • 18-Jan-2023

    Just loved the way they assisted us even before booking the tour with them. While we were in Puno there was a strike which disrupted the tour and we were accommdated to a future date without asking for any extra price althoguh it was beyong their control too. The tour cordinator spoke good English and was always around to help us and provided many useful information. We really felt safe and can totally reccomend them.

  • 15-Nov-2022

    A perfect and compact one day tour to see the floating Uros islands and a visit to the stunning island of Taquille where lunch was provided. Excellent guide and value for money.

  • 02-Nov-2022

    Floating island and excellent lunch. Guide did a good job with questions and explanations . It was a great experience

  • 02-Oct-2022

    Great trip, they were on time at the hotel, Uro floating islands was fascinating, the boat ride to Taquile was a little long, but the performance, hike and food was good

  • 16-Sep-2022

    Our tour guide Fausto was so knowledgeable about the culture of Uros and Taquile, as well as the surrounding land and lake, it really made for a well rounded experience along with meeting the people of each tribe. I would highly recommend this trip!

  • 15-Sep-2022

    As a local from Taquile island, our guide Samuel made a great job showing us around. He gave a deep dive explanation of local customs and way of life. I recommend.

  • 24-Aug-2022

    A perfect way to spend a full day from Puno. The tour was very well planned, They took us to two islands on the lake where we witnessed the difference in lifestyle with that in Puno and Lima. The tour was more of a cultural and nature exprience. The waters of Lake Titicaca were squaeky clean as we got away from Uros island. Make sure to carry a sunscreen if you are planning on spending some time in the upperdeck as the sun is super strong.

  • 24-Aug-2022

    Did this full day tour which ncludd trips to Uros floating Islands and Taquile island. The viws were staggering durng the boat ride and the guide was impressive , he shared many different information about the life in the Lake and also introducted to the fauna there. The culture on both islands were distinct and interesting. People were very much welcoming and cheerful. Planet Odysseys are true professionals

  • 17-Aug-2022

    A perfect day trip from Puno. We visited two distinct islands and learnt about their ways of life and traditions. They included lunch and offered it in a restaurant overlooking the bluw waters of this enormous lake. i enjoyed a lot and will surely reccomend them.

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