Lake Titicaca Day Tour

Sightseeing  :  Peru  :  Puno  :  Puno  :  Day Trips

Visit Taquile Island where you will see an indigenous community that has conserved its original traditions and organization. And in addition make a stop at the famous Uros reed islands.This tour begins between 6:00-7:00am with a transfer from your Puno City Center hotel to the port. Then by motor boat (35 feet long with a covered section in case of rain or cold weather, 25 individual seats) you'll head out to the Uros floating Islands. Stepping on them feels very much like a water bed (but it is quite safe). You'll see the houses, the islands and meet its friendly inhabitants. Uros people are descendants of one of the oldest South American groups. Rides on traditional reed boats can be arranged for an additional fee (not included in tour cost). You'll visit two of the 60 islands before continuing on to Taquile Island.

After a relaxed navigation of an extra 2.5-hours and getting the chance to enjoy the spectacular views offered by Lake Titicaca, you'll arrive to Taquile island. There, lives a unique community. A long path gradually ascending (45 min. hike approx.) will take you to the village, the views are beautiful. Visit the communal cooperative where you will find handicraft textiles of high quality. Have lunch on your own at one of the many local restaurants, before descending the 500 steps down to the main port of the island. At approximately 2:30pm. we'll depart back to Puno (3 hours return journey). At 5.30 pm we arrive to Puno. On arrival to Puno you'll be transferred back to your Puno hotel.