Puno: 2 Day Visit to Uros, Amantani and Taquile
ID: GYG216267-349491
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
2 days
Description
Discover the stunning surrounding landscapes of Puno on this exciting 2 day adventure. Enjoy a cruise on Lake Titicaca, the world's highest navigable lake, visit the beautiful floating islands of Uros, and enjoy the richly interesting culture at Amantani.
Depart from Puno on the first day of the tour and head to the floating islands of Uros and marvel at the stunning scenery all around. Next, enjoy a 3-hour motorboat journey to the Amantani island and see local families running down the hill to welcome you. Meet your designated host family and immerse yourself in their traditional culture and way of life. Enjoy a typical lunch with the family made from natural local products and participate in intercultural activities until dinner time. After dinner, watch a traditional show with your family before spending the night at their home.
On day two of the tour start with an early breakfast with your host family. After an emotional goodbye, it's time to depart to Taquile Island a traditional Quechua speaking community, located at the heart of the Lake Titicaca. Admire the beautiful harbor of Taquile and then walk up along a narrow path to the center of the island.
Along the walk, gaze upon the breathtaking natural landscapes including the nearby Bolivian mountain range. Once you arrive at the top of the hike, listen to your local guide share stories and anecdotes about traditional life on Taquile. Later on, enjoy some free time to wander around and explore then relax at a local restaurant for lunch. Finally, descend to the harbor and hop aboard the boat back to Puno.
Highlights
- Enjoy a boat trip on Lake Titicaca
- Visit the unique floating islands of Uros
- Sleep on the Island of Amantani
- Meet the locals and spend a night at their home
- Taste a traditional lunch in the village of Taquile
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must fill out a travel information form
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
Pickup is available from your accommodation or bus station in Puno. For hotels outside Puno city center, a meeting point will be offered instead.
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.
