Floating Islands of the Uros
3 hours and a half
This excursion allows us to enjoy one of the most important attractions of Lake Titicaca in the city of Puno, "The floating islands of the Uros".
This set of floating islands of totora reeds, inhabited by indigenous people descendants of one of the oldest cultures of America, whose main activity is fishing and hunting; also engaged in the production of wool tapestry fabrics and stuffed birds of the lake.
Schedule: Subject to change.
Details
Floating Islands of the Uros
3 hours and a half
Group
Minimum 2
Difficulty
Relax
Travel Details
Itinerary
Puno - Chullpas De Sillustani - Puno
For our excursion to the artificial and floating islands of the Uros we leave our hotel towards the port or dock of Puno, from there we leave in our boat to the fascinating islands.
We visit the ancient people who live in the middle of the lake and reeds, a community of AYMARA language and still maintain the tradition of artisanal fishing, hunting wild birds and collecting duck eggs.
After touring and living an experience, we take our boat back to the city of Puno.
Schedule: 08:45 - 12:30 / 13:30 - 17:00 (Subject to change).
Includes / Does not include
What is included?
- Transfers In / Out.
- Motor boat.
- Professional bilingual guide.
- Entrance tickets to the Uros Islands.
What is not included?
- Expenses of personal nature, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and meals not explicitly mentioned in the program.
- Travel insurance.
Recommendations
- Warm clothes and light clothing (the temperature changes very fast).
- Sun hat, sunglasses, sun block.
- Rain gear (rainy season from October to March).
- Hiking shoes.
- A bottle of water (you can also buy one on the islands).
- Money in soles (very low exchange rate for dollars).
Floating Islands of the Uros 3 hours and a half
Please fill out our BOOKING FORM carefully with your correct personal information.
Aide
Cristian
Raul
