2-Day Tour Lake Titicaca: Uros Floating Islands, Amantani Island & Taquile Island
About This Tour
Discover the magic of Lake Titicaca on a 2-day journey from Puno that combines culture, scenery, and community life. Visit the famous Uros Floating Islands, whe...
Duration: 2 Days · Tour type: Shared · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Included · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: Puno, Lake Titicaca · Languages: English, Spanish
Know before you go: INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS; PASSPORT REQUIRED; Not wheelchair accessible; Not stroller accessible; Not suitable for pets; No public transportation nearby; Infant seats unavailable; Not recommended for people with heart conditions; Amantani Island does not have electricity and outlets to charge electronic devices.; It is important that you detail food restrictions at the time of booking; Lake Titicaca has an average altitude of 3,800 m.a.s.l., so we recommend prior acclimatization for the excursion.; Pick up from centrally located downtown Puno hotels or hotels located on the shores of Lake Titicaca
About Lake Titicaca
Lake Titicaca
The highest navigable lake on the planet is a thing of real beauty. Get a local guide to help you discover the earthy tribal towns on its islets, the bleating llamas and the beautiful Andean vistas.
What's Included
- Round trip shared transfers hotel / port / hotel
- Regular lake transport
Not Included
- TIP OR GRATUITY
Itinerary
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1Day 01
DAY 1 Puno - Uros - Amantani Uros Floating Islands Early in the morning, we will pick you up at the hotel to go to Puno's port. We will take our regular boat, and start the first excursion visiting the Uros Floating Islands. These beautiful islands, handmade by the man, are made with totora and there are about 80 islands of this material around. You will meet its friendly community, their customs and his lifestyle. Amantani Island Then, we will go towards Amantani Island, sailing the extensive Lake Titicaca. Upon arrival, will have a warm welcome from the local community. There are in total 800 families, and this mystical island has important ceremonial centers and shamans who see the future through coca leaves. We will have lunch with the local people, to know them better and spend a nice time. Then we will ascend to Pacha Tata (4,100 m.s.n.m), where is located the most important mystical ceremonial center of the Lake Titicaca, to see the beautiful sunset. We will have dinner with the local people, and if you wish, then you can participate in activities with them. We will spend the night in basic rural houses. Overnight at Amantani Island, basic accommodation
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2Day 02
DAY 2 Amantani - Taquile - Puno Taquile Island After a traditional Andean breakfast, we will embark on the boat to visit Taquile Island. On this island, you will enjoy spectacular Lake views, as well as its landscapes surrounded by mountains, and blue sky. We will appreciate a cultural presentation of the local community. We will enjoy lunch with a special show with dances, music and a photo session with traditional costumes. Back to Puno At the end, we will take the boat back towards Puno's port. Transfer to the hotel.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Pickup service provided in Puno. · Tour start: Pickup service provided in Puno. — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
