Full-Day Tour to the Uros and Taquile Islands with Lunch
ID: GYG799769-1277246
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
1 days
Description
where you can meet the local community and learn about their fascinating way of life in the middle of the highest lake in the world.
Explore one of the wonders of Puno with an excursion to the Uros and Taquile Islands on Lake Titicaca, explore the floating islands of the lake and learn more about the life of the people who live on the islands of the highest lake in the world. Start the tour with pickup at your hotel in Puno or at the Puno bus station, and head to the pier or main port. Departure begins at 07:30 and travels to the floating islands of the Uros, currently considered the National Reserve of Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world. Learn about the Uros people, who still maintain their own culture and tradition, as well as about artisanal fishing, especially of carachi and pejerrey. See some of the 75 islands that are currently inhabited. Sail by boat for 2 and a half hours, to the natural island of Taquile, during the navigation you can see the mountain range. Find out more about the people of Taquile and their famous textiles. Enjoy approximately 2 hours for the visit, a delicious 1-hour typical meal in front of the lake, before returning to the bus station or your accommodation.
Highlights
- Sail by boat to Taquile Island and get to know the local lifestyle better
- Admire the island of Uros, made entirely of the native Totora plants
- Explore the highest lake in the world, Lake Titicaca.
Guiding languages
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
