Tour Uros Taquile by Normal Boat: Experience Unique Island Cultures and Scenic Beauty
4.8
18 Ratings
Taquile Island
Experience the unique island cultures and scenic beauty of Uros and Taquile on a full-day tour. Witness the fascinating lifestyle of the Uros people on the Floating Islands and explore the breathtaking views and rich culture of Taquile Island. Don't miss this unforgettable opportunity!
Duration:
10 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Taquile Island - Experience the stunning beauty of Lake Titicaca from the best vantage point on Taquile Island, located 45km from Puno on the Peruvian side. With us, you’ll enjoy the most breathtaking views of the lake and its surroundings, making for an unforgettable experience.
- Uros Floating Islands - Experience the unique lifestyle of the Uros, an indigenous people of Peru and Bolivia, as you visit their self-fashioned floating islands on Lake Titicaca. This fascinating excursion will take you to approximately 120 of these incredible islands, where you’ll witness their traditional way of life and marvel at their ingenious floating homes. This experience is sure to leave a lasting impression on you, as you gain a new perspective and appreciation for the diverse cultures of our world.
- Lake Titicaca - This tour will take you on a breathtaking journey across the highest navigable lake in the world.
What's Included
- Lunch in Taquile
- Professional bilingual guide (English/Spanish)
- Regular motor boat ride to Taquile (2h30min journey)
- Tea and coffee
- Transfers between downtown hotels and the main port
What's Not Included
- Cold Drinks
- Personal expenses
Additional Information
Join us for an incredible full-day trip beginning at 7:00 am! We’ll collect you from your Puno hotel and escort you to the primary dock to board our cozy motorboat. Our bilingual guide (English/Spanish) will take you to the captivating Floating Uros Islands, offering a glimpse into the distinctive lifestyle of the Uros residents. Afterwards, we’ll set course for the magnificent Taquile Island, renowned for its awe-inspiring vistas and vibrant traditions. A relaxing 30-minute climb will bring us to the main square where you’ll savor a tasty lunch while learning about the island’s renowned textiles, celebrated as a ‘Cultural Heritage of Humanity’ by UNESCO. Post-lunch, get ready to explore the main square, visit the craft market, and some local museums. Ultimately, we’ll return to the primary dock and embark on our boat trip back to Puno, with an expected arrival time around 5:30 pm. Seize this unmissable chance to immerse yourself in the enchanting beauty and rich cultural heritage of Lake Titicaca!
Location
Taquile Island
Lake Titicaca
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(18 Ratings)
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Vacation755175
Jul 31, 2023
Inca Lake is Cake - Samuel and Giovanni were perfect guide…
Are usually hate organized tours, but they made the whole thing, fun and informational… The food they served us was really hot point, it’s one of the best meals I had in Peru… I highly recommend using this company…
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Karel
Jul 12, 2023
Titicaca cultural experience - Perfect experience. Out guide Samuel was willing to tell us everthing and to answer our questions. We enjoyed the uros floating island. On Taquile island we were presented the culture and had delicious lunch on taquile island prepared by local people. Recommend.
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Eleye2023
Jul 11, 2023
100% recommended - This was one the best tours I did so far in Peru. It is very relaxed and surprising meeting local communities. You also get the chance to buy handmade textile and other handcrafted things on both islands for a very reasonable price. The objects made at Uros are playful and colourful and the textile at Taquile is very fine, professional and of a high technical quality. You better bring your effectivo to this trip. You also get to see the 12th best view rated by National Geographic. The boat trip was nice. The part of the lake you see from Puno is just a little hint of the lake that lies behind it. It is as if you are crossing the sea. The lunch was very good, fresh and organic. They also have a good vegetarian option. Samuel is a very nice and professional guide, he took good care of the group and answered all our questions. He has a good relationship with the locals. This trip is a great opportunity to meet other people. I definitely recommend this trip.
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Jet789632
Jul 3, 2023
Private tour of Uros and Taquille island - We stayed at one of the floating islands at Uros. ( please be prepared for some really cold night and dress in layers) at 6 am temp was at 22 deg F. Hugo from Inca lake picked us up sharp by 7:15 am and took some pictures for us and helped us with our luggage. He took us to Uros family and showed us the different living aspects from housing to textiles to their way of life. Then we boarded the typical uros boat. Then we headed to Taquille. A steep climb up to the island of Taquille with some excellent views and lunch was amazing as well. He was kind personable and made easy to work with. Due to flight timings we arranged a private tour to accommodate to our timings. They also arranged for our taxi ride from the port to the airport. Smooth and excellent experience with Hugo and Inca lake. Thanks for a memorable day on lake Titicaca.
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Alfon
Aug 15, 2022
Recommend tour when in Puno - Easy to arrange and the organizers are very friendly and good with communication. The tour guide was very informative about the itinerary, locations and about the history. The lunch included on the tour was very delicious.
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Han345
Jul 8, 2022
Amazing tour! - Absolutely fantastic tour, we can't recommend this enough! We got to see so much culture and our guide samuel was the best!
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Kostiss9
Apr 15, 2022
Fantastic - Very original and authentic experience, totally recommend it. Our guide Samuel was extremely helpful and descriptive- top!!
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Alainf_12
Dec 11, 2019
An unforgetable tour - Pick up as scheduled at our hotel to be transfered to a boat at Puno harbour with our Incalake guide Samuel. Very helpful and professional the guide accompanied us during the entire day to visit Uros and Taquile. Even if it's atourist trap the visit of Uros and Taquile is a must because it's unique. The inhabitants are very friendly and ready to discuss with you. Their way of life is so different from an island to the other and certainly not easy. Welcoming tourists is a way to make some money. The organization of the tour was perfect and last but not least we have been very lucky to cruise on lake Titicaca with a very light breeze and a generous sun.
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Alicatcu
Jul 14, 2018
Just do it! - Yes, this is a tourist trap, but it’s the only way one can get to see the islands. A must see (tourist and all),as it’s so unique!
I highly recommend the tour to The islands.
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Natasjal2016
Jan 28, 2024
Lovely trip :) - Good trip overall - Nice boattrip - Nice guides and super good food!
I Would bring swimsuit next time and jump in from Taquile Islands!
My guide who spoke english was very kind. Thank you to my guide Samuel whi was very attentive and informative 🙏🏻
I could have skipped the reeds boattrip on uros Island thou…. Would rather have wanted to learn more about the culture and Daily living….
But overall I do recommend this trip :)
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