Tour to Uros and Taquile - full day

Discover Puno with this magnificent tour to the Uros and Taquile Islands located on Lake Titicaca, the world’s highest navigable lake at nearly 3,800 meters above sea level. Through this excursion, you will learn about the flora, fauna, and the culture of its inhabitants. Don’t miss out on this experience.

If you arrive in Puno by bus very early in the morning (3:00, 4:00, or a similar time), we will meet you at the bus terminal, then take you to the pier where you will start the tour, and afterward, we can take you back to the terminal if you prefer.


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7:20 Meeting point
  • We will pick you up from your hotel at around 7:20 — if applicable.
  • You will be transported by vehicle to the Puno Lakeside Pier.
  • You should read the Details and Notes tab so there are no misunderstandings at all.

The entire process of picking up tourists from the historic center of Puno to the pier takes approximately one hour, unless you book a private tour.

8:30 Puno to Uros Island by boat

15 minutes approx.

8:45 Explore the floating islands of the Uros
  • The Uros people live in rural houses constructed on reed (totora) platforms that don’t exceed 40 cm in thickness; this is why they are known as the Floating Islands.
  • Approximately 6 families can be found on each island.
  • You will have the opportunity to learn about the landscape, culture, and traditions of these floating islands.
10:00 Uros to Taquile by boat
11:00 Arrival at Taquile Island

This island is known for the customs and textile art of its people. You will also observe their rustic houses, Inca terraces, and take a short walk up 550 steps to reach the town. Please, note that Taquile is not a floating island.

12:30 Typical lunch in Taquile
14:00 Back to Puno
15:45 Ending point
  • Around 15:30, arrival at the Puno city pier.
  • Around 15:45, arrival at your hotel in the city of Puno.

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