Description
Explore the impressive Floating Islands of the Uros, located on the legendary Lake Titicaca—the highest navigable lake in the world. On this half-day tour, you’ll discover how the ancient inhabitants of the Peruvian highlands created artificial islands using totora, an aquatic plant that is still their primary material for building homes and reed boats.
During the visit, you’ll have the opportunity to meet local families, learn about their ancestral techniques and way of life, and enjoy the unique scenery that Lake Titicaca offers. This is an authentic and accessible cultural experience, perfect for those who wish to closely connect with one of the oldest living cultures in Peru.
Places to visit:
- Lake Titicaca (motorboat ride)
- Uros Floating Islands
- Local communities
Itinerary
Día
- 08:45 a.m. – Hotel pickup in Puno.
- 09:00 a.m. – Boarding at the Puno port. Motorboat ride to the Uros Floating Islands. The journey takes approximately 30 minutes, navigating the crystal-clear waters of the lake.
- 09:30 a.m. – Visit to the Uros Islands. Arrival at one or two floating islands, where local residents will explain how they build their islands, homes, and traditional reed boats—all made from totora. You’ll have the chance to interact with the families, visit their homes, and, if you wish, take an optional ride on a traditional totora boat.
- 11:30 a.m. – Return to Puno.
- 12:00 p.m. – Arrival at the port and transfer back to the hotel. End of the tour.
Includes
- Hotel pickup (within downtown Puno)
- Transfer to the port
- Motorboat transportation
- Professional Spanish-speaking guide
- Entrance fees to the Uros Islands
- Permanent assistance
Does not Include
- Optional ride on a totora reed boat (approx. S/ 15.00)
- Meals and beverages
- Tips
- Personal expenses
What to bring
- Bring your ID or passport.
- Wear light clothing and a windbreaker jacket.
- Use a hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses.
- Bring a camera.
- Carry extra cash for artisan purchases or the optional reed boat ride.
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Booking in advance is recommended.
Floating Islands of the Uros
Half Day
