Half-Day Tour to Uros Floating Islands from Puno

Sightseeing  :  Peru  :  Puno  :  Puno  :  Half-day Tours

The name Uros was used to name a very particular ethnic group that coexisted in lake Titicaca with the Incas, Aymaras and possibly with older civilizations. In fact, it is believed that the Uros were one of the first ethnic groups populating the Andean region. These people were simple fishers and bird hunters and preferred to remain isolated from the more advanced civilizations. Their search for isolation may be one reason why they decided to live in mobile houses on the lake.This tour will start with a pick up from your hotel in Puno and we'll go to the port of Puno where you'll board a motor boat towards the famous Uros Floating reed Islands. Upon our arrival, we will walk on this reed villages and interact with the natives.

Your tour guide explaining the life and history of these fascinating Uros inhabitants. You will have enough time to explore the island by yourselves, Villagers maintain the tradition of artisanal fisheries, hunting of wild birds, men are experts build reed boats like women are skilled at weaving their typical garments.
After the visit we return to Puno and upon arrival at the harbor you will be transferred back to your hotel.