Sillustani – Millenary Chullpas Facing Umayo Lagoon
General Information
The archaeological complex of Sillustani is located 34 km from the city of Puno, on the shores of the beautiful Umayo Lagoon.
This pre-Inca site is famous for its impressive chullpas, funerary towers built by the Colla culture and later used by the Incas. Its cylindrical architecture, some reaching up to 12 meters in height, demonstrates advanced knowledge in engineering and Andean worldview.
It is an ideal excursion for travelers with limited time who wish to learn about an important historical legacy of the Peruvian highlands.
Technical Sheet
Duration: 3 to 4 hours
Modality: Shared service
Difficulty: Easy
Altitude: 3,900 m.a.s.l.
Distance from Puno: 34 km (approximately 45 minutes)
Destination Experience
Sillustani was an important ceremonial cemetery where elite figures were buried. The chullpas are strategically oriented toward the east, linked to solar worship and the belief in life after death.
In addition to its archaeological value, the landscape is one of the most photogenic in the highlands: gentle hills, Andean fields, and the vastness of Umayo Lagoon create a natural setting of great beauty.
(Shared service – departures every day)
Availability
Daily departures
Transport
Hotel pickup
Guide
It is included in the service
Available languages
English and Spanish
Type of service
Group Service
Cancellation policy
Non-refundable
Maximum altitude
3.900 m.a.s.l
Difficulty
Easy
Location
Puno, Perú
Itinerary
Hotel pick-up (Puno): Pick-up from your hotel located in downtown Puno at a coordinated time (morning or afternoon).
Transfer to Sillustani: Travel by tourist transport for approximately 45 minutes crossing rural landscapes of the highlands.
Guided visit to the archaeological complex: Interpretative tour of the archaeological site where we will learn about:
- History of the Colla culture and Inca influence.
- Ceremonial meaning of the chullpas.
- Pre-Hispanic construction techniques.
- Panoramic view of Umayo Lagoon.
- Free time for photographs.
Return to Puno: Transfer back to the city and arrival at the hotel.
End of service.
Important note: Times are for reference only. Our operations team will contact you the day before your visit to reconfirm the schedule..
Includes
What's included
- Pick-up and return to hotel (downtown Puno).
- Tourist transportation.
- Official bilingual guide (Spanish / English).
- Entrance ticket to the archaeological complex.
What is not included
- Personal expenses.
- Tips.
Recommendations
Clothing and Equipment
- Sunscreen and hat.
- Sunglasses.
- Comfortable walking shoes.
- Windbreaker jacket.
What to Bring
- Identity document or passport.
- Water.
- Camera.
Weather
Cold and dry climate with high solar radiation during the day and temperature drop in the afternoon.
Altitude Recommendations
- Maintain constant hydration.
- Walk at a moderate pace.
- Avoid sudden efforts if you are not acclimatized.
Photography
The chullpas facing Umayo Lagoon offer unique compositions at sunrise or sunset, ideal for landscape and cultural photography.
Environmental Care
- Do not touch or climb the archaeological structures.
- Do not leave waste.
- Respect the cultural heritage.
Trade policies
- (Applicable to this Half Day Tour – Shared Service)
- Price expressed in US dollars
- Reservation confirmed with 20% advance payment.
- Remaining balance must be paid 5 days before the start of the service.
- Cancellations more than 48 hours in advance: partial refund according to operational expenses.
- Cancellations less than 24 hours: 100% penalty.
- No show: 100% penalty.
- Service subject to availability and weather conditions.
- In case of passenger delay, the service is considered started.
Price
Sillustani – Millenary Chullpas Facing Umayo Lagoon
Full Day
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