Kayaking in the Uros (½ Day)
Kayaking in the Uros (½ Day)
We will paddle for approximately one hour on the calm waters of Lake Titicaca, always accompanied by a professional instructor and a support boat, enjoying the biodiversity of the lake, the totora reeds, rock formations and spectacular panoramic views.
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Opciones del Tour
We start this kayaking experience in the Uros Floating Islands with pick up from your hotel and transfer to Esteves Island at 07:00 am. Upon arrival, you will receive a brief induction and professional kayaking equipment before starting the navigation.
We will paddle for approximately one hour on the calm waters of Lake Titicaca, always accompanied by a professional instructor and a support boat, enjoying the biodiversity of the lake, the totora reeds, rock formations and spectacular panoramic views.
Upon arrival to the islands, the Uros people will give us a warm welcome and the guide will explain their history and traditions. Finally, we will return to Puno, arriving at your hotel around 11:45 a.m. after living a unique experience in contact with nature and the living culture of the highlands.
Important Information for the Kayak Tour!
- The activity is guided by a professional kayak instructor, who will accompany you throughout the tour.
- We permanently count with a motorized support boat and security personnel, guaranteeing a safe experience.
- We use professional, comfortable and stable kayaks, ideal for a calm navigation in Lake Titicaca.
- The approximate navigation time is 1 hour, from Esteves Island to the Floating Islands of the Uros.
- We have single and double kayaks, depending on the passenger’s preference.
- No previous experience is required, the activity is suitable for beginners.
- The average water temperature of the lake is 9°C, so it is recommended to follow the guide’s instructions.
- A safe, exciting experience in direct contact with nature and the living culture of Lake Titicaca.
Pick-up and drop-off from hotels located in Puno city center.
The service takes place approximately 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time, to ensure a punctual and organized experience.
What’s Included:
- Transfer Hotel – Port – Hotel
- Bilingual instructor guide (Spanish / English)
- Support personnel and motorized security vessel
- Entrance ticket to Uros Floating Islands
What’s not included:
- Tips
- Other services not mentioned
| APPROX. TIME | ITINERARY (Morning) |
|---|---|
| 07:00 AM | Pick up from your hotel in Puno and transfer to Esteves Island. |
| 07:15 AM | Reception of kayak equipment and safety instructions by the guide. |
| 07:30 AM | Begin kayaking to the Floating Islands of the Uros (approx. 1 hour), appreciating the flora and fauna of Lake Titicaca. |
| 08:30 AM | Arrival to the Floating Islands of the Uros and guided explanation about their history and traditions. |
| 10:30 AM | Return by kayak to Esteves Island. |
| 11:00 AM | Transfer back to the city of Puno. |
| 11:30 AM | Arrival at your hotel. |
Relax, enjoy the rhythm of the lake and let yourself be carried away by a unique experience that connects nature, culture and adventure in the heart of Titicaca.
Recommendations:
- Wear light clothing and also warm clothes, since mornings are usually cold, at noon the weather is warmer and in the afternoon there are winds.
- Wear a hat or cap and apply sunscreen to protect yourself from the sun.
- Comfortable shoes, suitable for short walks.
- Carry cash for souvenirs or personal expenses, as credit and debit cards are not accepted on the islands.
- Consider bringing drinks and snacks for comfort during the tour.
By following these recommendations, you will enjoy the tour with greater comfort and peace of mind.
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Recorrido muy completo y bien organizado
Visitar estas islas es una experiencia que vale la pena. El guía no sllevó en lancha hasta las islas Uros, donde pudimos conversar con las familias locales y luego dar un paseo en los típicos barcos elaborados con juncos.
Despues continuamos el recorrido por el lago Titicaca hasta Taquile. Allí nos recibieron con música y danzas típicas en un pequeño mercado artesanal. Luego almorzamos y mientras comíamos, el guía nos contó detalles sobre la historia y la cultura del lugar.
Yo elegí hacerlo en lancha rápida, lo cual recomiendo totalmente. Se pueden dejar las pertenencias en la lancha ya ques es la misma embarcación la que acompaña todo el recorrido.
La excursión tenía recojo y devuelta al hotel, así que, en resúmen, un recorrido muy completo y bien organizado ideal para conocer la vida y tradiciones en el lago.
Very complete and well organized tour
Visiting these islands is a worthwhile experience. The guide took us by boat to the Uros islands, where we could talk with local families and then take a ride on the typical boats made of reeds.
Then we continued the tour of Lake Titicaca to Taquile. There we were welcomed with music and typical dances in a small handicraft market. Then we had lunch and while we ate, the guide told us details about the history and culture of the place.
I chose to do it by speedboat, which I highly recommend. You can leave your belongings in the boat since it is the same boat that accompanies you throughout the tour.
The excursion had pick up and drop off at the hotel, so, in short, a very complete and well organized tour, ideal to learn about life and traditions in the lake.
Passeio muito completo e bem organizado
A visita a essas ilhas é uma experiência que vale a pena. O guia nos levou de barco até as Ilhas Uros, onde pudemos conversar com as famílias locais e depois fazer um passeio nos típicos barcos de junco.
Em seguida, continuamos nossa viagem pelo Lago Titicaca até Taquile. Lá, fomos recebidos com música e danças típicas em um pequeno mercado de artesanato. Em seguida, almoçamos e, enquanto comíamos, o guia nos contou detalhes sobre a história e a cultura do lugar.
Optei por fazer o passeio de lancha, o que recomendo muito. Você pode deixar seus pertences na lancha, pois é a mesma lancha que o acompanha durante todo o trajeto.
A excursão tinha embarque e desembarque no hotel, portanto, em resumo, um passeio muito completo e bem organizado, ideal para conhecer a vida e as tradições do lago.
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