Full Day Lake Titicaca Tour to Uros and Taquile Islands
Overview
Full Day Lake Titicaca Tour to Uros and Taquile Islands is a popular and the best way to witness life on these remote islands. At 3812 metres above sea level (12506 ft.), Lake Titicaca is recognised as the world’s highlest navigable lake.
Lake Titicaca straddles the border between Peru and Bolivia. A vast portion of the Lake belongs to Peru. It is home to many different remote islands where fishing and farming are main source of income. Floating islands of Uros, Taquile and Amantani are the prominent ones and are open for tourism.
On this full day tour, you will be visiting the floating islands of Uros and Taquile Island with our local bi lingual (English and Spanish) travel expert.
You will get an insight into the life of locals here and how they sustain their daily life with minimum resources.
Locals here are untouched by modernity and maintain their age old traditions and customs. They still talk in Aymara and Quechua.
Lake Titicaca straddles the border between Peru and Bolivia. A vast portion of the Lake belongs to Peru. It is home to many different remote islands where fishing and farming are main source of income. Floating islands of Uros, Taquile and Amantani are the prominent ones and are open for tourism.
On this full day tour, you will be visiting the floating islands of Uros and Taquile Island with our local bi lingual (English and Spanish) travel expert.
You will get an insight into the life of locals here and how they sustain their daily life with minimum resources.
Locals here are untouched by modernity and maintain their age old traditions and customs. They still talk in Aymara and Quechua.
Inclusions
- Hotel Transfer (Within the centre of Puno)
- Lunch
- All embarkation taxes
- Entrance to Uros and Taquile Islands
- Bi-Lingual Local Tour Guide (English and Spanish)
- Entry/Admission - Taquile Island
- Entry/Admission - Uros Floating Islands
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Uros Floating Islands, Lake Titicaca, Puno Peru
Your epic tour begins with a transfer to the boat pier where you will embark on a 25 minutes boat ride to see the life on the floating islands of Uros. As you begin sailing away, you will get a pristine view of the snow capped Andean peaks at a distance.
As we will reach to the shores of Uros islands, locals will extend a warm welcome and will introduce you to their life on this man made island. People here speak Aymara, our tour guide will teach you a few words so you can greet them in their language.
The head of the community will demonstrate on how they build these islands and will share the history of it.
If desired, you can buy some souvenirs here.
The locals will then offer a short ride on their totora reed boat to the main island of Uros (this has an additional cost of 10 Soles).
You will have some free time to stroll around, the island is also made of totora reed. Once you have had your fill of the history and views, we will embark on a 2 hours journey to Taquile.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Lake Titicaca, Taquile Island 21510 Peru
As the boat would near the shores of Taquile Island, our local expert will be giving you a brief information of the life of locals here. It is almost a 45 minutes walk up the hill to the summit from where you will get to contemplate the views.
Taquile is home to the best Andean handicrafts. Men here do the knitting while women spin the wool. People here dress based on their marital status. Our guide will be explaining this to you in detail.
A village chief will give you a demonstration on how they dye the wool using vegetables.
After a brief introduction, we will be stopping for lunch at a local restaurant.
After lunch, we will be hiking back down to the pier and embark on our boat for a return trip to Puno. The distance of 36 kilometres (22 miles) will be covered roughly in two and a half hours. We will be reaching Puno by 0500 PM.
Our representative will meet you and will transfer you back to your hotel within the centre of the city.
Duration: 5 hours
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Uros Floating Islands, Lake Titicaca, Puno Peru
Your epic tour begins with a transfer to the boat pier where you will embark on a 25 minutes boat ride to see the life on the floating islands of Uros. As you begin sailing away, you will get a pristine view of the snow capped Andean peaks at a distance.
As we will reach to the shores of Uros islands, locals will extend a warm welcome and will introduce you to their life on this man made island. People here speak Aymara, our tour guide will teach you a few words so you can greet them in their language.
The head of the community will demonstrate on how they build these islands and will share the history of it.
If desired, you can buy some souvenirs here.
The locals will then offer a short ride on their totora reed boat to the main island of Uros (this has an additional cost of 10 Soles).
You will have some free time to stroll around, the island is also made of totora reed. Once you have had your fill of the history and views, we will embark on a 2 hours journey to Taquile.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Lake Titicaca, Taquile Island 21510 Peru
As the boat would near the shores of Taquile Island, our local expert will be giving you a brief information of the life of locals here. It is almost a 45 minutes walk up the hill to the summit from where you will get to contemplate the views.
Taquile is home to the best Andean handicrafts. Men here do the knitting while women spin the wool. People here dress based on their marital status. Our guide will be explaining this to you in detail.
A village chief will give you a demonstration on how they dye the wool using vegetables.
After a brief introduction, we will be stopping for lunch at a local restaurant.
After lunch, we will be hiking back down to the pier and embark on our boat for a return trip to Puno. The distance of 36 kilometres (22 miles) will be covered roughly in two and a half hours. We will be reaching Puno by 0500 PM.
Our representative will meet you and will transfer you back to your hotel within the centre of the city.
Duration: 5 hours
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
- COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
adild590
September 2023
This was the bestthing we did in Puno after visiting Cusco and before visiting Bolivia. The guide was very kind and shared so many interesting things about the local civilization. The boat trip was comfortable as well. They also served us lunch at a restaurant overlooking the lake.
This was the bestthing we did in Puno after visiting Cusco and before visiting Bolivia. The guide was very kind and shared so many interesting things about the local civilization. The boat trip was comfortable as well. They also served us lunch at a restaurant overlooking the lake.saulr889
July 2023
The full day Lake Titicaca tour with Discover Lake Titicaca was an unforgettable experience. Our guide was incredibly knowledgebale,bringing the history and culture of the area to life. The beauty of the lake itself was awe inspiring and the floating islands ofthe Uros people were a true culturea...
The full day Lake Titicaca tour with Discover Lake Titicaca was an unforgettable experience. Our guide was incredibly knowledgebale,bringing the history and culture of the area to life. The beauty of the lake itself was awe inspiring and the floating islands ofthe Uros people were a true cultureal highlight. A must do experience for anyone travelling to Peru.virginia_l
October 2023
Stepping to the float island for the first time is surreal and exciting. I know it is not easy to explain in English and Spanish but the guide made an effort. Wish they can separate both English and Spanish group to make it more easy for Jorge guide and the guest
Stepping to the float island for the first time is surreal and exciting. I know it is not easy to explain in English and Spanish but the guide made an effort. Wish they can separate both English and Spanish group to make it more easy for Jorge guide and the guestmelissabN263CV
October 2023
Had an enriching day tour of Lake Titicaca with Discover Lake Titicaca tours. The vastness and the beauty of the lake were complemented by the insightful narratives provided by our guide. From cultutal tidbits to natural wonders, every moment was captivating. A must do for anyone visiting the reg...
Had an enriching day tour of Lake Titicaca with Discover Lake Titicaca tours. The vastness and the beauty of the lake were complemented by the insightful narratives provided by our guide. From cultutal tidbits to natural wonders, every moment was captivating. A must do for anyone visiting the region. Hats off to the team for such a well organized and memorable experience.jaysonm995
June 2023
Discover Lake Titicaca´s full day tour was nothing short of spectacular! The breathtaking views, engaging historical insights, and warm interactions with locals made for an authentic unforgettable experience. The team´s professionalism and passion made us feel welcome and enriched our knowledge o...
Discover Lake Titicaca´s full day tour was nothing short of spectacular! The breathtaking views, engaging historical insights, and warm interactions with locals made for an authentic unforgettable experience. The team´s professionalism and passion made us feel welcome and enriched our knowledge of the area. Highly recommended for an authentic Lake Titicaca adventure.adamnB3493LB
June 2023
Our full day tourof Lake Titicaca with Discover lake Titicaca was nothing short of outstanding. This was much more than a standard tour. It was a day filled with facinating history, vibrant culture, and breathtaking landscapes. The tour was expertly guided, well structured, and executed with a ...
Our full day tourof Lake Titicaca with Discover lake Titicaca was nothing short of outstanding. This was much more than a standard tour. It was a day filled with facinating history, vibrant culture, and breathtaking landscapes. The tour was expertly guided, well structured, and executed with a great attention to detail. Our guide was informative and engaging, bringing to life the rich history of the lake and its people. The visit to the Uros floating island was a highlight, offering a unique glimpse into the traditions and way of life of the Uros people. The boat ride on the lake was serene and beautiful, giving us stunning views of the surrounding scenary. The lunch provided was delicious, with local dishes that catered to all dietary requirements. Discover Lake Titicaca provided excellent service throughout the day, ensuring our comfort and enjoyment. They managed to make us feel like more that just tourists, offering deeper understanding of the local culture. I would highly recommend Discover Lake Titicaca to anyone looking for an enriching and memorable experience. It was a day that will remain etched in our memories forever. Thank you for the remarkable experience.