Live
an incredible adventure with this fantastic kayak tour from Puno on Lake
Titicaca, known as the highest
navigable lake in the world.
This
spectacular natural place has a lot of islands among that we are going to
explore with an expert tour guide. You will visit the Floating Islands of Uros on kayak, and if you want, you can extend
your tour to discover the Taquile Island
by boat.
Get
to know one of the largest lakes in South
America visiting ancestral communities and learning from their traditional customs.
Half Day & Full Day
Every day
Centrally located hotels in the city of Puno
Half day Uros: 09:00 a.m.
Full day Uros and Taquile: 07:00 a.m.
Centrally located hotels in the city of Puno
Half day Uros: 01:00 p.m.
Full day Uros and Taquile: 04:30 p.m.
About this tour
We will
depart from your hotel located in the city
of Puno until we will reach the starting point situated at the Lake Titicaca shore. Before departing,
we are going to put on our life jacket and get on the kayaks with safety.
We will
cross the extensive lake admiring the beautiful flora and fauna around. Many kind of birds live in this area and
within the Titicaca National Reserve such as wild ducks, herons and flamingos.
Also, there are species of frogs, and fishes as a daily food.
The Lake Titicaca has an
altitude of 3,812 meters above sea level and it is the second largest lake in
South America.
The kayak tour on Lake Titicaca continues passing
near the rocky island called Isla Foroba and finally we will reach the Uros floating islands. We are
going to explore these incredible totora islands, and learn the community
customs and lifestyle.
The Uros people is an
ancient population dedicated to fishing and farming, as well as tourism all the
year round. These islands are made with totora
reeds. The inhabitants talk Spanish; however, the official language is
aimara.
After this amazing experience you will take a motor boat to go
towards the Island of Taquile
(optional). You will appreciate stunning landscapes with views to Amantani Island, the largest one
located in the Peruvian side.
Upon arrival, the Taquile people
will welcome us, and here you will learn about their lifestyle, as well as look
up to their incredible textile arts
considered as heritage. The people still use old weaving techniques and used
vegetables to dye their textiles.
Enjoy a traditional lunch with a local family. At the end of this
unique experience, you will take the boat to get back to the starting point and
take you to your hotel in the city of Puno.
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What's included
- Round trip transfers from the hotel
- Instructor guide in English / Spanish
- Entrance fee to the islands
- Support motor boat
- Guaranteed equipment, with the relevant security measures
- First aid kit
- Lunch at the extension to Taquile
Not included
- Tips
- Food and drinks during the half-day to Uros
Rates
From
BRL 286
Half-Day Kayak Tour - Uros Islands
From
BRL 264
Private service. Includes transfers from the hotel, English / Spanish instructor guide, tickets, support motor boat, guaranteed equipment, with relevant safety measures and first aid kit
Starts 09:00
4 hours
Español, English
Operates: Every day
Full Day Kayak Tour - Uros And Taquile
From
BRL 474
Private service. Includes transfers from the hotel, English / Spanish instructor guide, tickets, support motor boat, guaranteed equipment, with the relevant safety measures, first aid kit, lunch in Taquile
Starts 07:00
10 hours
Español, English
Operates: Every day
CANCELACION
48hs Before The Trip