Highlights
- Walk on a floating island made with totora, a plant material that the families of the Uros use to build platforms, homes, boats and different objects of everyday use.
- It understands how an artificial island is maintained, from the placement of root blocks called khili to the periodic renovation of the upper totora layers. The islands are anchored in the bay of Puno and are part of the environment of the Titicaca National Reserve.
- Navigate Lake Titicaca, located approximately 3,810 meters above sea level, while you observe totorals, small boats and elevations of the highlands. SERNANP presents it as the highest navigable lake in the world. (Sernanp)
- Observe the textile work done by men and women of different ages. Taquile’s textile art is part of the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. (Intangible Cultural Heritage)
- Learn to interpret garments and colors, since certain hats, belts and textile pieces can communicate age, marital status or responsibilities within the community.
- Walk between agricultural terraces, stone walls and plots worked at high altitude, with wide views towards the lake.
Trip Details
- Route: Puno – Floating Islands of the Uros – Taquile Island – Puno.
- Duration: Between 10 and 11 hours.
- Reference time of return: Between 4:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.
- End point: Previously coordinated central hotel or point in Puno.
- Ground transportation: Tourist vehicle between the hotel and the port.
- Main transport: Conventional tourist boat or speedboat, depending on the mode contracted.
- Distance from Taquile to Puno: Approximately 45 kilometers. (Wikipedia)
- Accumulated walking time: Between 2 and 3 hours.
- Difficulty: Moderate for altitude, slopes and stairs.
- Departure: Subject to availability, weather conditions and navigation authorization.
Itinerary
Itinerary of the Titicaca Lake Full Day Tour
Pick up at the hotel and transfer to the port of Puno
Highlight of this stage: See how the city is left behind while the boat enters the totorals of the bay.
At 7:00 a.m., the team will pick up from hotels located within the urban area of Puno.
The transfer to the port will be short and will be carried out by tourist vehicle. Upon arrival, the guide will provide an initial explanation about the tour, the sailing time and the precautions needed to walk at high altitude.
The morning air is usually cold. Even if the sky is clear, it is advisable to carry an accessible coat and not store it in the bottom of the backpack.
Technical Details
- Transportation: Tourist vehicle.
- Route: Hotel – main port of Puno.
- Estimated duration: Between 10 and 30 minutes.
- Altitude: Approximately 3,827 meters.
- Difficulty:
- Land: Urban streets and port area.
- Lunch in Taquile
Inclusions
- Pick-up from the stated hotel area or a nearby coordinated point when vehicle access is restricted.
- Accommodation in the category and location confirmed for the tour.
- Boat transportation for the lake or river segment described in the itinerary.
- Life jacket. as part of the confirmed itinerary.
- Professional guide for route coordination, assistance and interpretation of the main sites.
- Entrance ticket for the attraction specified in the booking confirmation.
- Explanation of the construction of the islands. as part of the confirmed itinerary.
- Lunch at a selected local restaurant; dietary requests must be reported in advance.
- Vegetarian option previously requested. as part of the confirmed itinerary.
- Coordination with local providers. as part of the confirmed itinerary.
- Assisted by Peceros Agency Travel. as part of the confirmed itinerary.
- Previous information about the weather and pick-up. as part of the confirmed itinerary.
- Meals not specifically indicated in the itinerary, including personal orders and upgrades.
- Bottled water, snacks and additional drinks purchased during the route.
- Optional ride in totora raft.; this cost is payable directly by the traveler when required.
- Transport Cusco–Puno–Cusco.; this cost is payable directly by the traveler when required.
- Flights to Juliaca.; this cost is payable directly by the traveler when required.
- Transportation from Juliaca airport.; this cost is payable directly by the traveler when required.
- ; this cost is payable directly by the traveler when required.
- Personal travel insurance, including medical care, evacuation and trip interruption coverage.
- Personal medicines and treatments prescribed for the traveler.
- Professional medical care or evacuation expenses required during the trip.
- Personal purchases, souvenirs and other expenses chosen by the traveler.
- Tips for guides, drivers, cooks or support staff; gratuities are voluntary.
- Services not expressly indicated.; this cost is payable directly by the traveler when required.
Upgrades
- Traditional totora raft ride; Reference Price: From PEN 15 per person
- Speedboat; Reference Price: From USD 30 per person
- Walking poles; Reference Price: From USD 8 per pair
- Lunch with a personalized diet; Reference Price: From USD 12
- Private transfer Juliaca–Puno airport; Reference Price: From USD 55 per vehicle
- Private transfer Puno–Airport of Juliaca; Reference Price: From USD 55 per vehicle
- Cusco–Puno Night Bus; Reference Price: From USD 30 per person
- Cusco–Puno tourist bus with stops; Reference Price: From USD 65 per person
- Private transport Cusco–Puno; Reference Price: From USD 280 per vehicle
- Guide in language other than Spanish or English; Reference Price: Low Quote
- Hotel night in Puno; Reference Price: Low Quote
- Tour to Sillustani; Reference Price: From USD 35 per person
- Transfer to the land terminal at the end; Reference Price: From USD 10 per vehicle
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| Food & Drinks | Available for purchase | Light snack & non-alcoholic drinks | Light snack & non-alcoholic drinks | Gourmet Lunch/Dinner & Open Bar |
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Selected Accommodation
Peceros Agency Travel organizes pick-up, transfer to the port, navigation, tickets, guide, lunch and return. This prevents the passenger from having to separately hire each component or negotiate services once the tour has started.
Respectful work with the Uros and Taquile
The route crosses territories managed by families and communal organizations of the Uros and Taquile. Our commitment includes: Coordinate the entrances and services established by the communities.
Experienced Guides
Our guides know the demands of the tour and know that a seemingly short hike can feel intense about 4,000 meters. During the journey they control the schedules, explain the context of each island and observe if any passenger has fatigue, dizziness or headache.
Safety and Support
We work with tourist boats that must have life jackets and basic safety elements. Before starting the navigation, the passenger must identify the location of his vest and follow the instructions of the crew.
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