Kayaking in Uros – Amantani – Taquile (2D/1N)
Live a unique kayaking experience in the Floating Islands of Uros, Amantani and Taquile (2 days / 1 night). We start the tour with pick up from your hotel and transfer to Esteves Island around 07:30 a.m., where you will receive the professional equipment and basic instructions before starting the navigation.
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Opciones del Tour
We will paddle approximately 1 hour by kayak to the Floating Islands of the Uros, always accompanied by a professional instructor and a motorized support boat, enjoying the flora, fauna and landscapes of Lake Titicaca. After the guided tour, we will continue by boat to Amantani Island, where a local family will welcome us, offering us lodging, food and an authentic cultural experience.
The next day, after breakfast, we will go to Taquile Island, recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity for its weavings and traditions. After lunch, we will return to the city of Puno, arriving at approximately 03:30 p.m., with transfer to your hotel.
A safe, well organized and perfect experience to enjoy Lake Titicaca from a unique perspective.
Important Information – Kayak Tour
- No previous kayaking experience is required, the activity is suitable for beginners.
- The tour has a professional kayak instructor during the whole tour.
- Motorized boats and support personnel are available at all times, guaranteeing safety and assistance.
- We use professional, safe and comfortable kayaks, ideal for a stable navigation.
- The approximate kayaking 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.
- The average water temperature of Lake Titicaca is 9 °C.
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
- Motorboat
- Professional kayaking equipment (Sea Kayak) and first aid kit
- Bilingual guide (Spanish / English)
- Tourist tickets to Uros, Amantani and Taquile Islands
- Day 1: Lunch, dinner, lodging and breakfast in Amantaní
- Day 2: Typical lunch in Taquile
What’s not included:
- Tips
- Personal expenses
- Services not mentioned
| APPROX. TIME | ITINERARY DAY 1 |
|---|---|
| 07:00 AM | Pick up from your hotel in Puno and transfer to Esteves Island. |
| 07:15 AM | Reception of the kayak equipment and instructions from the guide. |
| 07:30 AM | Start of the kayak trip to the Uros Floating Islands (approx. 1 hour), appreciating the flora and fauna of Lake Titicaca. |
| 08:30 AM | Arrival to the Uros and guided explanation about its history and traditions. |
| 09:45 AM | Departure by motorized boat to Amantani Island. |
| 01:00 PM | Traditional lunch at a local family’s home |
| 02:00 PM | Hike to the high part of the island (approx. 1 hour) to appreciate the sunset from the Pachamama and Pachatata hills. |
| 06:00 PM | Return to the house and typical dinner with the host family. |
| 08:00 PM | Dancing and cultural celebration with the local community (optional) |
| APPROX. TIME | ITINERARY DAY 2 |
|---|---|
| 07:00 AM | Traditional breakfast on Amantani Island with the host family. |
| 08:00 AM | Departure from the Port of Amantani to Taquile Island. |
| 09:00 AM | Arrival to the northern part of Taquile and walk to the Plaza de Armas. |
| 10:30 AM | Arrival at the Plaza de Armas and guided explanation about the history, customs and textiles of the island. |
| 12:00 PM | Typical lunch included in local restaurant |
| 01:30 PM | Return by boat to the city of Puno. |
| 04:00 PM | Arrival in Puno and transfer to the hotels. |
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.
- Wear comfortable shoes, suitable for walking during the tour.
- Carry cash for souvenirs or personal expenses, as credit and debit cards are not accepted on the islands.
- Consider bringing drinks and snacks for convenience during the tour.
- Do not forget your personal hygiene items.
Important: Try to bring only the essentials, as the program is for 1 night. We recommend one backpack per person or a small suitcase. Large suitcases can be left at the hotel.
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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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