1-Day Lake Titicaca Tour to Uros and Taquile with Cultural Lunch
About This Tour
Embark on a full-day journey into the heart of Andean spirituality and tradition on Lake Titicaca. Visit the Uros Floating Islands to learn how totora reed is u...
Duration: 1 Day · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Moderate · Accommodation: Not included · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: Puno, Lake Titicaca · Languages: English, Portuguese, Spanish
Know before you go: Altitude: This tour takes place at an elevation of over 12,500 ft (3,800 m). We recommend arriving in Puno at least 24 hours in advance to acclimate.; Weather: Conditions on the lake can change quickly. The boat ride may be slightly bumpy depending on the wind.; Duration: The total tour time is approximately 9 to 10 hours. It is a full-day commitment.
About Puno
Puno
The so-called Folklore capital of Peru is a place of ancient Incan rituals and immersive festivals. Head to its perch on the hills of Lake Titicaca with a local guide from Everest Global Hub.
What's Included
- Pick-up and drop-off: round-trip transfer from your hotel in Puno (downtown area).
- Expert local guide: professional bilingual guide (English/Spanish) specializing in Andean history.
- Transportation: regular motorboat with safety equipment and life jackets.
- Entrance fees: all tickets for Uros Floating Islands and Taquile Island.
- Traditional lunch: freshly prepared meal on Taquile Island (vegetarian options available).
Not Included
- Optional activity: traditional reed boat ride in Uros (approx. $5-$7 USD, paid directly to locals).
- Personal expenses: souvenirs or extra snacks.
- Tips: gratuities for the guide and boat captain (discretionary).
- Travel insurance: personal medical or trip cancellation insurance.
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Uros Floating Islands and Taquile Island Discovery
07:15 AM: Hotel pickup in Puno and transfer to the main port. 07:15 AM: Hotel pickup in Puno and transfer to the main port. 07:45 AM: Departure by regular motorboat. 07:45 AM: Departure by regular motorboat. 08:20 AM: Arrival at the Uros Islands for a guided tour and an optional reed boat ride. 08:20 AM: Arrival at the Uros Islands for a guided tour and an optional reed boat ride. 09:30 AM: Navigate toward Taquile Island, approximately 2.5 hours away, and enjoy the vastness of the lake along the way. 09:30 AM: Navigate toward Taquile Island, approximately 2.5 hours away, and enjoy the vastness of the lake along the way. 12:00 PM: Arrival at Taquile for a cultural demonstration and a walk to the main plaza. 12:00 PM: Arrival at Taquile for a cultural demonstration and a walk to the main plaza. 01:00 PM: Traditional lunch featuring quinoa soup and grilled trout or an omelet. 01:00 PM: Traditional lunch featuring quinoa soup and grilled trout or an omelet. Descend to the port and begin the return navigation. Descend to the port and begin the return navigation. Arrival in Puno and transfer back to your hotel. Arrival in Puno and transfer back to your hotel.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Primary: Your hotel lobby in Puno. Secondary: Port of Puno for those staying outside the city center or in Airbnbs. Please be ready 10 minutes before the scheduled pickup. · Tour start: Av. Uros Chulluni 195, Puno 00000, Peru — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
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