Trip to the Uros Islands & Taquile

Sail across the waters of Lake Titicaca and discover local traditions on the floating Uros Islands and Taquile Island.

Tour Details

After hotel pickup, we will go to the port in Puno to board a speedboat on Lake Titicaca, situated at 12,500 feet (3,810 meters) above sea level.

The first stop will be the floating Uros Islands. We will explore one of the main islands and meet the Uru people, learning about their pre-Inca culture and the construction of the islands using the Totora plant.

Next, we will sail to Taquile Island, the largest island on Lake Titicaca, enjoying views of the lake and mountains. Upon arrival, we will explore the island's culture, including its famous textile weaving techniques.

We will have the option of a traditional lunch before concluding our tour and returning to your hotel in Puno after a total of 8 hours.

Hotel Pickup

This tour includes pickup from hotels in the center of Puno. If staying elsewhere, you must reach the meeting point at Jiron Arequipa Street near the Plaza de Armas.

Please note that pickup is not available from the following hotels: GHL Lago Titicaca, Casa Andina Premium, Sonesta Posada, Lake Titikaka Hotel-Xima, Pacha Confort, Mirador del Titikaka, Hotel Wisny, Jose Antonio Hotel, Taypikala Hotel, Pumakala Hotel, Atoja Chucuito Hotel, and any hotels on the Uros Islands.

Uros Island Tour

If time is limited, consider our Uros Islands Tour, which includes a boat trip on Lake Titicaca and exploration of the Uros Islands, but does not visit Taquile.