Water Bike to Uros Island at Lake Titicaca

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ID: GYG490877-869941
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Country: Peru

Duration: 03:00 hours


Description

Our water bike tour will take you to explore the breathtaking landscapes of this nature’s jewel, until finally reach the well-known Uros Floating Islands.
We will pick you up from your hotel in the city of Puno and head towards the port of Isla Esteves, located on the shores of Lake Titicaca. You will receive a brief general explanation about the tour from our guide-instructor, and then we will begin this fantastic adventure on a water bike.

We will pedal for a total of an hour and a half, while observing beautiful birds along the way and breathtaking landscapes. We will be able to admire Isla Foroba, a rocky island popularly known as Devil`s Island.

Lake Titicaca is the highest navigable lake in the world, sitting at an elevation of 3,812 meters above sea level. This beautiful place is located in Peru and Bolivia, and it features several important islands such as Isla Taquile and Isla Amantaní.

We will take a bike ride to the floating islands of the Uros, where we will have a guided tour and free time to explore the islands, as well as meet the local inhabitants by visiting their family homes and learn about their ancestral customs and way of life.

The Uros Islands are a set of islands made with totora reeds. The houses are also built with the same material, as it is abundant in the area. The predominant language on this island is Aymara, but they also speak Spanish.

The notable fauna in this area includes fish such as trout, and birds such as hawks, herons, and Andean ducks.

At the end, we will return to the port of Isla Esteves and then transfer you back to your hotel.

Highlights

  • Eco-adventure with water bikes on Lake Titicaca
  • Explore the Lake Titicaca with a professional tour guide
  • Admire the beauty of the highest navigable lake in the world
  • Visit the incredible floating islands of Uros
  • Get to know a UNESCO World Heritage

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
At least 2 people are require to take place this activity
No previous experience is needed
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
INCLUDED
NOT INCLUDED

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.