Uros – Amantaní – Taquile – Authentic coexistence on the ancestral islands of Lake Titicaca 2D/1N
- Duration: 2 days / 1 night
- Service type: Group service
- Destination: Lake Titicaca – Puno, Peru
GENERAL INFORMATION
- Destination: Lake Titicaca (Uros, Amantaní and Taquile)
- Type of experience: Cultural – Community – Scenic
- Duration: 2 days / 1 night
- Difficulty level: Easy to moderate
- Suitable for: All types of travelers
- Average altitude: 3,800 m a.s.l.
TECHNICAL DATA
Important altitudes along the route
- Puno: 3,827 m a.s.l.
- Uros Islands: 3,810 m a.s.l.
- Amantaní Island: 3,850 m a.s.l.
- Taquile Island: 3,950 m a.s.l.
Technical details
- Type of navigation: Tourist boat
- Accommodation: Family homestay in Amantaní
- Walks: Rural trails and natural viewpoints
DESTINATION EXPERIENCE
This program is designed for travelers who want to experience Lake Titicaca beyond a traditional tour, connecting directly with communities that have preserved their customs for generations.
Over two days, you will visit the Floating Islands of the Uros, share daily life with a local family in Amantaní, and discover the textile art of Taquile, recognized as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO.
More than a tour, this is an experience of cultural exchange, endless landscapes and living traditions, ideal for those seeking authenticity, human connection and responsible tourism.
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
3.950 m.a.s.l
Difficulty
Easy
Location
Puno, Perú
Itinerary
(Lunch / Dinner / Overnight stay)
Hotel pickup: Pickup from centrally located hotels in the city of Puno and transfer to the tourist pier.
Navigation to the Floating Islands of the Uros: We begin navigation on Lake Titicaca toward the famous floating islands built with totora reeds.
During the visit, local inhabitants will share their ancestral construction techniques, social organization and lifestyle.
Free time for walking and photography.
Navigation to Amantaní Island: We continue navigating across the lake, enjoying the vast altiplano landscape and unique views of Lake Titicaca.
Arrival and lunch with a local family: Reception by a host family in Amantaní, who will offer us a typical lunch prepared with local products, as part of the community experience.
Cultural walk and sacred viewpoints: After a short rest, we take a walk to the ceremonial temples of Pachatata or Pachamama, located at the highest points of the island.
From here, you will enjoy a spectacular panoramic view of Lake Titicaca, especially at sunset.
Dinner and cultural exchange: Return to the family home to enjoy dinner and share a night of cultural exchange, learning more about local traditions and daily life.
Overnight stay in Amantaní: Accommodation in a family homestay.
(Breakfast / Lunch)
Breakfast and farewell: Traditional breakfast and farewell to the host family.
Navigation to Taquile Island: Departure by boat to Taquile, an island renowned for its extraordinary textile tradition, declared Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO.
Cultural tour on Taquile: Walk along stone paths with panoramic views of the lake.
We will learn about the social organization of the island, the meaning of its textiles and the ancestral techniques passed down from generation to generation.
Typical lunch: Traditional lunch prepared with local products, enjoying a privileged view of Lake Titicaca.
Return to Puno: Boarding and navigation back.
Arrival at the Puno pier and transfer to the city center.
Important note: Schedules are for reference only. Our operations team will contact you the day before the tour to reconfirm the schedule.
Includes
What's included
- Pickup from centrally located hotels in Puno
- Tourist boat on Lake Titicaca
- Entrance tickets to Uros, Amantaní and Taquile
- Professional local guide
- 01 night accommodation with a local family (Amantaní)
- 02 lunches, 01 dinner and 01 breakfast
- Permanent assistance during the tour
What's not included
- Transfers from hotels outside downtown Puno
- Personal expenses and additional purchases
- Optional reed boat ride (Uros)
- Tips
- Additional dinner on Taquile (if requested)
- Travel insurance
Recommendations
What to bring
- Warm clothing (nights in Amantaní are cold)
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
- Cash for handicrafts
Health and altitude
- Average altitude: 3,800 m a.s.l.
- Stay well hydrated
- Avoid sudden physical effort
- Always follow the guide’s and host family’s instructions
Responsible tourism
- Respect local customs
- Ask permission before taking photographs
- Do not leave trash
- Value cultural exchange with the communities
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Price
Uros – Amantaní – Taquile – Authentic coexistence on the ancestral islands of Lake Titicaca 2D/1N
2D/1N
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