Puno Tours

Embark on a day tour of Lake Titicaca, a large mountain lake that serves as a natural border between Peru and Bolivia. Depart your Puno hotel (Puno is a 4-hour drive from Peru's second most populous city, Arequipa) for port, then set out via motorboat toward the floating Uros Islands. Visit two of these dozens of man-made islands—each constructed from native reeds found in the lake's shallow waters—and learn about their distinct inhabitants and culture as you go. Next, continue to Taquile island, home to some of Peru's best weavers.

Discover the rural tranquility of the Uros and Taquile Islands on an enriching full-day excursion from Puno. Cruise the shimmering waters of Lake Titicaca, the worlds highest lake, and spend some leisurely free time exploring the beautiful islands. Marvel at the majestic floating islands, made entirely of reeds, as you wander and watch locals go about their daily business. Learn about the rich culture and history of the region from your expert guide and feast upon a complimentary lunch when hunger strikes.

Take a motorboat across Lake Titicaca to the floating reed island of Uros and learn about one of the first ethnic groups of the Andes and admire the craftsmanship of the large reed boats made by the men of the island. Visit Taquile Island to get a closer look at the handicrafts made in this region and have lunch at a local restaurant—not included—before heading back to Puno.

The floating islands of Uros and Taquile are a must-see attraction while on Lake Titicaca. Learn about traditional life on the floating islands with this tour from Puno, which takes you directly to the islands for free time to explore. Then, jet off to the pre-Incan ruins at  Sillustani for a guided tour before returning to Puno.

It differs by the speed of the boat, unlike the normal boat travels 3 hours to Taquile, the speedboat does it in just 1 hour, so we will gain more time in navigation and enjoyment.

Explore the unique floating islands and UNESCO-listed landscapes of Lake Titicaca on this full-day tour from Puno. Admire the Inca ruins of Amantani Island, tuck into a traditional Peruvian lunch on Taquile Island, and learn about island culture and traditions on the floating islands of Uros. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Seize the opportunity to visit the incredible and unique Uros Islands, which sit floating on magnificent Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world. On this guided tour, learn how these man-made islands are constructed and maintained, as well as how the local people live sustainably, using the resources available to them. Take a trip away from the bustling city, and discover these little-known, distant communities.

TITICACA LAKE IS ONE OF THE BIG IN THE WORLD, AND IN PERU THIS LAKE HAS DIFFERENTS AND INCREDIBLE ISLANDS, THE PEOPLE ARE REALLY FRENDLY, ALSO ITS CULTURE IS INTERESTING. TAKE A FULL-DAY TOUR FROM PUNO TO EXPLORE UROS AND TAQUILE ON LAKE TITICACA. SPEND TIME WITH LOCAL ISLAND RESIDENTS AND EXPERIENCE THEIR CULTURE. VISIT A LOCAL WEAVERS’ COOPERATIVE AND OBSERVE THEIR SKILLS, AND ENJOY A LOCALLY PREPARED LUNCH ON TAQUILE. SEE A GROUP OF INHABITED ISLANDS WITH STRUCTURES MADE ENTIRELY OF TORTORA REEDS ENJOY LUNCH ON THE ISLAND OF TAQUILE WATCH SKILLED WEAVERS AT WORK AT THE LOCAL COOPERATIVE

The shimmering blue waters of Lake Titicaca is home to the famous, man-made Floating Islands of Uros. These islands and their dwellings, which date back to pre-Incan time, are made completely out of totora reeds, a native bulrush plant that grows in the lake. With a guided tour, get to know the inhabitants that have formed a small community and learn how these islands stay afloat. During the afternoon, visit the island of Taquile and experience the unique culture of the locals.

An adventure program that will allow you to reach the Floating Islands of the Uros, adventure in Kayak for an hour and arrive at this wonderful and peculiar place that will allow you to do friendly practices with the environment, you will get to know closely the reproduction of the reeds, fish, birds a set of flora and fauna and. Speed boat to Taquile Island

You will be able to know the animals and plants that we have in the Uros. Then you will have the chance to enjoy a great ride on a totora raft that will take you to another floating island!

Sun Island, or the Isla del Sol, lies off the southern shores of Lake Titicaca—but its remote location makes exploring independently a challenge. On this tour, reach Sun Island from your Puno hotel with all your transportation covered.  With your guide to lead the way, discover the farms and fishing bays on which the islanders rely, and admire uninterrupted views over the eucalyptus forests, rocky headlands, and pretty coves.

Combine visits to three different Peruvian islands with an overnight homestay on this 2-day trip. Get views of the Cordillera Real mountain range and Lake Titicaca, as well as insight into the indigenous cultures that call that area home. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Puno, all entrance fees, basic accommodations, and meals per itinerary provided.

In Peru, there exists a civilization that lives and works on islands made entirely out of woven reeds. The Uros people, who still live on floating islands on Lake Titicaca, only speak Aymara, so unless you’re fluent in the dialect, you won’t be able to unlock the secrets of their mysterious society without a guide. On this half-day tour, you'll tour to islands by boat and gain insight in Puno's preserved culture. Hotel pickup and drop-off, island admission ticket, boat, and bilingual guide provided.

Experience the local culture of the Lake Titicaca islands on a 2-day tour that includes a homestay on Amantani Island. Sleeping in a family home means a personal connection that you can’t get on a day trip—plus the unforgettable chance to watch the sunset and stargaze in the middle of the high-altitude lake—and you’ll explore Amantani, Uros, and Taquile Islands before cruising back to Puno.

Enjoy a true cultural immersion with the traditional island cultures of Peru’s Lake Titicaca during this full-day excursion to the islands of Uros and Taquile. Get a taste of daily life for the residents of these floating islands made of ‘totora’ reeds as you learn about the villagers’ artwork and boat-making. An included lunch of typical local cuisine adds to the authenticity.

 We will leave Puno on our trip to one of the deepest canyons in the world. EL CAÑON DEL COLCA, where the MIRADOR DE LA CRUZ DEL CONDOR is located, observation site of the spectacular flight of the condor. The next day the tour ends at Arequipa's main square. Or in Puno Plaza de Armas if you selected the option with return in Puno.

The PeruRail Titicaca Train runs all the way from Cusco —the starting point for treks to Machu Picchu—to Puno —the gateway to Lake Titicaca, the world’s highest altitude lake. On this tour, ride the scenic railway in the direction of your choice and enjoy magnificent views as you climb through the Andes mountains. While on-board, enjoy meals and live traditional entertainment.

THE FIRST STOP IS MADE IN "LAGUNILLAS" CONTINUING OUR TOUR, WE WILL STOP AT "PATAWASI” (PAMPA CAÑAHUAS), WHERE WE OFFER PASSENGERS A SNACK AND COFFEE, AT THIS POINT THEY CAN ALSO MAKE USE OF THE SS.HH, IN ADDITION TO BEING ABLE TO BUY HANDICRAFTS AND SOUVENIRS . THE NEXT STOP WILL BE IN "PAMPA CAÑAHUAS" WE WILL ARRIVE IN THE CITY OF AREQUIPA BETWEEN 12:15 - 12:45 APPROXIMATELY (AT NOON), THE TRANSFER TO THE HOTEL IS INCLUDED IN OUR SERVICE. STOPS THROUGHOUT THE ROUTE: (NO ADDITIONAL PAYMENT IS NECESSARY) Departure day: Mon to Sun Time of departure: 06:00 Arrival Time: 12:00 Duration approx: 6hrs. Exclusive Service for Tourists Price: USD 35.00 TIME / PLACE OF SHIPMENT: AT THEIR HOTEL IN PUNO 05:45 - 06:00 HOURS. (INCLUDING HOTELS IN THE CITY CENTER AND BAY) TIME / PLACE OF ARRIVAL: WE WILL ARRIVE IN THE CITY OF AREQUIPA BETWEEN 12:15 - 12:45 APPROXIMATELY (AT NOON), THE TRANSFER TO THE HOTEL IS INCLUDED IN OUR SERVICE. INCLUDE STOPS, GUIDE ON BOARD AND SNACK.

Navigate the calm waters of Lake Titicaca to explore the unique floating islands of Uros during this small-group kayaking tour. Depart from Puno with all of the necessary equipment and follow your guide through the diverse flora and fauna of the region. Participate in cultural activities to learn about this unique community when you arrive in Uros, then head back to Puno by kayak.

Visit the Sun Island on the southern portion of Lake Titicaca on this full-day tour from Puno. Explore the archaeological site of Pilkokayna where the Incas built many structures to worship the God of the Sun, Inti. Then, head to Yumani, the site of the fountain of youth in Inca mythology, as well as the pre-Columbian terraces and gardens before heading back to Puno.

Explore the world's highest navigable lake on a kayaking tour from Puno. Paddle the waters of Lake Titicaca—the mountain lake that acts as a natural border between Peru and Bolivia—toward the floating Uros islands: a series of man-made islands constructed from native totora reeds. Explore a Uros and learn about its residents from your guide, then set out via boat to Taquile Island, a hotbed of textile art. Embark on a leisurely island hike with some time spent in Taquile's town square for lunch, shopping and weaving demos.

One of the world’s highest expanses of water, Lake Titicaca straddles the border between Peru and Bolivia—with a history of habitation by the indigenous Uros people dating back to pre-Columbian days. On this 2-day tour, reach the islands of Lake Titicaca and spend the night in a local family's homestay. Travel by boat between Amantani and Taquile islands, and enjoy an immersive experience of life on the water.

This is another site in Peru that I highly recommended for those interested in ancient ruins, and mystical energy. This was an amazing site that needs to be experienced, as pictures just do not “do it justice.”