Uros Floating Islands & Taquile Island
Type of Excursion
Local Communities
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Transport
Speedboat
Difficulty
Medium
Duration
9 Hours
Service
Group Tour
(max. 25 people)
Departure Time
7:15 AM
Itinerary
7:15 AM – Hotel Pick-up in Puno
The day begins with hotel pick-up in Puno, followed by a short transfer to the port for the excursion across Lake Titicaca.
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7:40 AM – Departure by Speedboat to the Uros Floating Islands
The speedboat departs from Puno and crosses Lake Titicaca towards the Uros Floating Islands, with views of the lake and surrounding highland scenery along the way.
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8:00 AM – Arrival at the Uros Floating Islands
A guided visit introduces the traditions, daily life, and close relationship that Uros families maintain with Lake Titicaca and the totora reeds used to construct their islands and homes.
An optional ride on a traditional reed boat is also available and can be arranged directly with local families.
9:15 AM – Speedboat to Taquile Island
The journey continues across Lake Titicaca towards Taquile Island, passing through open lake scenery with views of the surrounding Andean landscape.
10:15 AM – Arrival at Taquile Island
Upon arrival, an uphill walk follows traditional stone paths towards the main area of the island. Along the route, panoramic views of Lake Titicaca combine with an introduction to Taquile’s community life, textile traditions, and cultural heritage.
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11:30 AM – Lunch at a Local Restaurant
Lunch is served at a local restaurant on Taquile Island, with regional dishes such as trout and Andean soup, together with vegetarian options.
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12:30 PM – Walk to the Port & Boarding
The return walk follows a different section of the island towards the port, passing local homes, agricultural landscapes, and viewpoints overlooking Lake Titicaca.
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1:00 PM – Departure for Puno
The speedboat departs from Taquile for the return journey to Puno, with an estimated navigation time of approximately two and a half hours.
3:30 PM – Arrival at Puno Port
Upon arrival at the port, transfer is provided back to accommodation within the standard hotel drop-off area in Puno. The excursion concludes after the transfer.
Included
Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Puno
Bilingual tour guide: English / Spanish
Entrance ticket to the Uros Floating Islands
Entrance ticket to Taquile Island
Lunch on Taquile Island
Not Included
Traditional reed boat ride at the Uros Floating Islands
Additional Services not included in the program
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
PICK-UP SERVICE EXCLUSIONS ○ Standard hotel pick-up does not include Sonesta Posada del Inca, Casa Andina Premium Puno, Lake Titicaca Hotel, GHL Hotel Lago Titicaca, José Antonio Puno, or other properties located outside the standard pick-up area. ○ For these accommodations, a meeting point in Puno’s historic centre can be arranged at no additional cost. Private transfer services may also be available for an additional fee.
REED BOAT RIDE AT THE UROS FLOATING ISLANDS ○ The traditional reed boat ride during the visit to the Uros Floating Islands is optional and is not included in the tour price. ○ The activity costs USD 5 per person and can be arranged directly with local families during the visit.
ABOUT LUNCH ○ Lunch is prepared by local hosts using regional ingredients such as potatoes, rice, vegetables, and quinoa. Trout is commonly served as one of the main-course options. ○ Vegetarian options are available and can be arranged on the same day.
CHANGES, CANCELLATIONS AND REFUND POLICIES 1.- CHANGE OF TRAVEL DATE ○ Changes to the travel date are accepted up to 24 hours before the scheduled start of the activity. 2.- CANCELLATIONS ○ Cancellations requested at least 24 hours before the scheduled activity are eligible for a full refund. ○ Cancellations made within 24 hours of the scheduled activity are non-refundable. ○ In cases of force majeure, including strikes, social unrest, natural disasters, or other circumstances beyond the control of the company or the traveler, a refund may be considered. The refundable amount will depend on the circumstances and any costs already incurred. 3.- REFUNDS ○ Refunds for payments made by credit or debit card may take several business days to appear, depending on the issuing bank. Please note that transaction fees charged by local banks or the cardholder’s bank may be deducted from the refunded amount.
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9 hr
27 US dollars