What will you do
- Explore Lake Titicaca and its floating islands by boat
- Stay one night with a local family and discover the traditions of the island
- Visit the island of Taquile and admire the samples of its complex fabrics
Itinerary:
Day 01: Transfer from Juliaca Airport to Puno and Sillustani Tour.
This Service begins with the reception at the bus terminal in Puno or Juliaca airport and transfer to the hotel in Puno. In the afternoon, the visit to the Chullpas of Sillustani begins, observing the enormous funerary towers built by the Qollas and Incas civilization. Upon reaching the top, it is possible to appreciate diverse landscapes of the Umayo lagoon and the flora and fauna typical of the territory of the Andes.
Day 02: Uros Floating Islands Tour and Transfer to Juliaca Airport or Bus station.
After breakfast, transfer to the main port of Puno, to start the journey on Titicaca aboard a motor boat to the floating islands built on the basis of several layers of reeds from Totora. Upon arrival, the Uros natives await, inviting you to get off the motor boat to walk on these artificial islands and discover part of the culture of this town that lives on Lake Titicaca. Then there is free time to take photos or go for a walk on the typical totora rafts built by the natives (the natives charge for the ride on the raft). At the end of the Tour, the return transport to Puno is addressed.
At the appropriate time, transportation to the Puno Airport or Bus Terminal is provided.
Included:
- Hotel pickup (if option chosen)
- Transfers
- Boat transfers
- Entrance to the islands
- English speaking guide
- 1 night accommodation with a family from Amantaní (rustic accommodation with bedding and blankets)
- Meals: 2 meals, 1 dinner, 1 breakfast
Not included:
- Extra drinks and snacks on the boat
- Tips for the guide and the boat pilot
- All transfers from hotels located outside the center of Puno
What to Bring?
- Light backpack.
- Water.
- Sunscreen (very important).
- Cap.
- Camera.
- Sunglasses.
- T-shirt or jacket (very important).
- Basics like toilet paper, personal medications, etc.
- Money for tips.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Do the prices of the tours include the cost of entry to the island? Should I bring more money?
Yes, all the prices of the tours include the cost of entry to the associated islands. If you go to the islands of Taquile and Amantani, we recommend bringing money for souvenirs since they are recognized for making the best fabrics in Peru.
Does the tour include a ride in one of the traditional reed boats?
No, this experience is optional and can be paid directly to the locals on the island.
How do I get to the city of Puno?
There are three ways to get to Puno, the first is by train with the company Andean Explorer, a journey that lasts 10 hours in which you will enjoy the beauty of the landscapes of the Andes. The other way is by direct bus from the city of Cusco in an average of 9 hours; Finally, a great way to get to Puno is with the «Route of the Sun Tour», a trip that lasts a whole day (10 hours) from Cusco and knows important tourist destinations throughout the journey.
How long do Lake Titicaca tours last?
It is according to your choice, you can do the 1 day tour, where you will visit 2 islands: Los Uros and Taquile, or if you want the 2 days and 1 night tour with an overnight stay on the island of Amantaní. By staying to sleep in Amantani you will have the possibility to live with people and learn a little more about their dances, their music and their customs in general.
Is it tiring or difficult to do the Titicaca tours?
No, since you will be transported on a yacht or motorized boat on Lake Titicaca, completely safely; Visiting the islands will not be tiring or difficult, in Los Uros you can ride a reed boat to see the floating islands as a whole. In Taquile there is a bit of a walk as you go up to see some archaeological sites that it has and in Amantani the fatigue could be due to having danced and enjoyed the popular festival, it is not so tired or difficult, but it is comforting.
Will altitude sickness affect me?
Due to the height of the city, it could give you some minor ailments such as a headache and / or a little reluctance or exhaustion, but this does not affect all people equally; remember that each of us has a different organism than the others. For this, it is recommended to drink coca tea or muña, if the pain is very strong during the tours the guide will recommend the appropriate pills, we also suggest you not to eat heavy food during the days of the tour and also it is always recommended to consult your doctor before to start the journey.
How is the food, should I bring food for the Titicaca tours?
It is not necessary, in Puno there are tourist restaurants that sell a variety of typical food and at affordable prices, in the case of Lake Titicaca on each island there is also food made with local food. If you travel with us, food is included, in the case of the 1-day tour, lunch will be in Taquile and in the 2-day tour, food will be on the islands of Amantaní and Taquile, both prepared with food from the area.
Can I travel as a family with children or minors?
Of course, there is no problem, what’s more, this is one of the ideal trips in which you can enjoy as a family, it is so relaxing and at the same time fun that children will also be distracted and it will not be boring for them. Outside of this, on the islands, they will meet children of the same ages and when they live and meet them they will learn another type of culture and it will be a lot of learning.
What kind of clothes should I bring?
In Puno it is usually very hot in the mornings, so it is good to wear light clothing, a hat and use sunscreen because the sun is really intense due to the height. It’s cold at night, so you should wear warm clothes anyway, a jacket is good and there you can buy hats, gloves and scarves from the artisan market at low prices.
Where can I sleep?
In the city, there are hostels and / or hotels that offer different services according to your needs and according to your economy. It is preferable that you reserve your rooms in advance for safety and also to avoid setbacks and even more so if you come with family or a group of friends, we can help you with this.
