• Uros Floating Islands - Begin your exciting tour with a transfer to the boat pier for a 25-minute boat ride to explore life on the floating islands of Uros. As you sail away, enjoy a clear view of the distant snow-capped Andean peaks.

Upon arrival at the Uros islands, the locals will warmly welcome you and introduce you to their life on this man-made island. The people here speak Aymara, and the tour guide will teach you a few words to greet them in their language.

The community leader will demonstrate how these islands are constructed and share their history.

If you wish, you can purchase some souvenirs here.

The locals will offer a short ride on their totora reed boat to the main island of Uros (this costs an additional 10 Soles).

You’ll have some free time to explore; the island is also made of totora reed. After enjoying the history and views, embark on a 2-hour journey to Taquile.

• Taquile Island - As the boat approaches Taquile Island, a local expert will provide brief information about the locals’ lifestyle. It’s about a 45-minute walk up the hill to the summit, where you can enjoy the views.

Taquile is renowned for its exceptional Andean handicrafts. Here, men knit while women spin wool. The locals’ attire reflects their marital status, which the guide will explain in detail.

A village chief will demonstrate how they dye wool using vegetables.

After a brief introduction, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

Following lunch, hike back down to the pier and board the boat for the return trip to Puno. The 36-kilometer (22-mile) distance will be covered in approximately two and a half hours, arriving in Puno by 5:00 PM.

A representative will meet you and transfer you back to your hotel in the city center.

• Entrance to Uros and Taquile Islands
• Lunch
• Bi-Lingual Local Tour Guide (English and Spanish)
• All embarkation taxes
• Hotel pickup and drop off (Within the centre of Puno)

• Gratuities
• Other personal expenses
• Hotel pick-up or drop-off outside the center of Puno (25 soles per way)

The Full Day Lake Titicaca Tour to Uros and Taquile Islands is a highly recommended way to experience life on these secluded islands. Situated at 3,812 meters (12,506 feet) above sea level, Lake Titicaca is renowned as the world’s highest navigable lake.

Lake Titicaca spans the border between Peru and Bolivia, with a significant portion belonging to Peru. It hosts numerous remote islands where fishing and farming are the primary sources of livelihood. The floating islands of Uros, Taquile, and Amantani are notable and welcome tourists.

During this full-day tour, participants will explore the floating islands of Uros and Taquile Island with a local bilingual (English and Spanish) travel expert.

Visitors will gain insight into the lives of the locals and how they manage their daily existence with limited resources.

The locals remain untouched by modernity, preserving their ancient traditions and customs. They continue to speak Aymara and Quechua.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.