The Floating Islands of the Uros from Puno
Discover two floating islands on Lake Titicaca on a guided tour from Puno, with morning or midday departure options.
Highlights
- Guided Tour of Two Uros Islands
- Boat Tour on Lake Titicaca
- Two alternate departures from Puno
Service Details
- Type of experience: Hour-long tour
- Duration: 3 hours
- Departure from: Puno
- Group: Medium
- Difficulty: Low
- Departure time: 9:00 a.m.
- Guide: Guide
Overview
The tour to the floating islands of the Uros departs from Puno to explore one of Lake Titicaca’s cultural highlights. During the visit to two islands, the guide explains the use of totora reeds and aspects of the inhabitants’ daily lives.
The tour includes pickup, boat ride, admission, and a guide as outlined in the itinerary. It can be taken in the morning or at noon: the two time slots listed in the itinerary are alternative departure times, not a continuous day-long tour. The return trip includes transportation to the specified hotel; meals and additional expenses are not included.
Itinerary
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8:45 a.m.
Morning shift: pickup
I'll pick you up at your hotel in downtown Puno for the morning tour.
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9:15 a.m.
Morning shift: loading
Transfer to the port and boat ride to the floating islands.
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10:00 a.m.
Morning session: visit to the Uros
A tour of two islands with a guide's explanation of the totora reed and local life.
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12:30 p.m.
Morning shift: return
Return to Puno and transfer to the hotel as scheduled.
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End of the morning shift
Morning session ends; the next sessions are part of the alternate shift.
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11:50 a.m.
Midday shift: pickup
I'll pick up those who choose the midday departure, regardless of their morning shift.
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12:15 p.m.
Midday shift: boarding
Board the boat in Puno to cruise on Lake Titicaca.
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12:45 p.m.
Afternoon session: visit to the Uros
Guided tour of two floating islands in the Uros.
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3:15 p.m.
Afternoon shift: return
Return cruise and transfer to the designated hotel.
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End of the afternoon shift
End of the lunch break.
What's Included
Includes
- Pick up from lodgings in the center of Puno.
- Entry fees.
- Visit to the Uros Islands.
- Guide.
Does not include
- Food.
- Extra.
Recommendations
- Sunscreen.
- Hat or cap.
- Repellent.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. They are alternate shifts: one in the morning and one at noon. The shift corresponding to your departure time is scheduled.
No. This tour visits the floating islands of the Uros; Taquile is part of a different tour.
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