Lake Titicaca 2-Day Tour to Uros, Amantani and Taquile Tour with Meeting Point
ID: GYG119326-173749
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
2 days
Description
Visit the floating reed islands of Lake Titicaca. Stay overnight with a family on Amantani. Learn about the weaving traditions on Taquile Island.
Discover the islands of Lake Titicaca on this 2-day tour from Puno. Spend the night at a homestay on Amantani Island and learn about local traditions.
Day 1: Uros Islands and Amantani
Head to the legendary floating reed islands by motorboat. On Amantani Island the tour breaks into smaller groups for stays with local families. Trek to the top of the mountain to see the Temples of the Pachamama and Pachatata. Authentic food will be prepared and music performed by your designated family.
Day 2: Taquile Island – Puno
After breakfast, take a short boat ride to nearby Taquile island and meet locals known for their intricate weavings. Return to Puno after lunch, arriving between 3:15 PM and 3:30 PM.
Highlights
- Explore Lake Titicaca and its floating reed islands by boat
- Stay overnight with a local family and learn about local traditions
- Visit Taquile island and admire the examples of intricate weaving
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Please wear weather-appropriate clothing. Warm clothing during the winter season (May to September) and rainwear during the rainy season (October to April)
• If you have heavy luggage, ask if your hotel can keep it safe for you (this service is usually free) or leave it at the meeting point at no cost, big luggage is not allowed in the boat.
• You can take a ride on a typical reed boat, which costs approximately 15 Soles per person (this contributes to the community income) payable directly to the locals.
• Pickup only applies to hotels in central Puno. If you are staying outside of the pickup area, the local supplier will arrange a meeting point in the city center
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
Please head to the specified meeting point if you haven't provided a hotel address. If your hotel is located outside of Puno center, please head to the specified meeting point on the map also.
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
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
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
