Uros Floating Islands Tour (1/2 Day)
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Excursion to Lake Titicaca, Uros Floating Islands
Discover one of the most fascinating icons of Lake Titicaca with this tour to the Uros Floating Islands. Just a 20–30 minute boat ride from the port of Puno, you’ll have an authentic cultural experience next to one of the oldest communities in the Andean highlands.
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Opciones del Tour
In about 3 hours, you will learn about their history, their daily life and the incredible traditional engineering that keeps these islands “alive” on the water.
Why visit the Uros Islands?
The Uros Floating Islands are a unique wonder: they are built with reeds, an essential aquatic plant for the community. With it they make their islands, homes, viewpoints and boats, and they also use it in their daily lives as a traditional resource.
The most impressive thing is its ancestral technique: large blocks of reed roots come together to form a floating base. On top, layers of fresh reeds are placed that must be renewed periodically to maintain stability and buoyancy. It is a constant work that reflects the knowledge and resilience of a people who have known how to live in harmony with the lake for generations.
What you will experience on this tour (cultural experience)
During the visit you will be able to:
- Learn about the history and origin of the Uros culture in Lake Titicaca.
- Tour a floating island and learn how it is built and maintained with reeds.
- Listen to stories about their traditions, artisanal fishing and the spiritual relationship with the lake.
- Take incredible photos in a unique and colorful setting.
- Support local tourism and community work with a respectful and well-organized visit.
Live an authentic experience that will remain in your memory forever. Explore the living history, cultural richness, and amazing natural engineering of the Uros Floating Islands, a unique Lake Titicaca destination that inspires, connects, and wows every visitor.
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.
IMPORTANT: Due to their location, guests staying at the following hotels require an additional transfer to participate in our group tours:
The additional cost for the transfer is as follows:
1 to 3 passengers: USD 10.00 (round trip), $5 each way.
4 to 6 passengers: USD 16.00 (round trip), $8 each way.
What’s Included:
- Transfers to and from your hotel (hotel – port – hotel).
- Professional bilingual guide (Spanish / English).
- Entrance to the Floating Islands of the Uros.
- Safe tourist transportation by motorboat on Lake Titicaca.
- Assistance throughout the tour
What’s not included:
- Gratuities (optional).
- Local boat ride (Balsa de Totora) inside the floating islands, the raft ride is optional, it lasts approximately 10 to 15 minutes. Cost of the raft ride: S/ 15.00 soles or USD 5.00 dollars per person, payment directly to the local resident.
- Other services not mentioned in the program.
| APPROX TIME | MORNING ITINERARY |
|---|---|
| 09:00 AM | Pick up from centrally located hotels in Puno |
| 09:15 AM | Boat departure from the Port of Puno |
| 10:00 AM | Guided tour of 2 Floating Islands of the Uros |
| 12:30 PM | Return to the port and transfer to hotels |
This tour to the Uros Floating Islands is ideal for those who have little time and want to know one of the main attractions of Lake Titicaca from Puno.
| APPROX TIME | MIDDAY ITINERARY |
|---|---|
| 12:00 PM | Pick up from centrally located hotels in Puno |
| 12:15 PM | Boat departure from the Port of Puno |
| 12:45 PM | Guided tour of 2 Floating Islands of the Uros |
| 03:15 PM | Return to the port and transfer to hotels |
A short and cultural tour to get to know the Uros Floating Islands in Lake Titicaca, ideal for travelers with limited time.
| APPROX TIME | AFTERNOON ITINERARY |
|---|---|
| 03:00 PM | Pick up from centrally located hotels in Puno |
| 03:15 PM | Boat departure from the Port of Puno |
| 03:40 PM | Guided tour of 2 Floating Islands of the Uros |
| 06:00 PM | Return to the port and transfer to hotels |
An excellent option in the afternoon to enjoy Lake Titicaca and get to know the culture of the Uros with an ideal light for photographs.
Recommendations:
- Wear light clothing and also warm clothes, as the weather on Lake Titicaca can vary during the day: cold mornings, sunny noons and windy afternoons.
- Use a hat or cap, sunscreen and sunglasses, essential to protect yourself from the intense UV radiation typical of the high Andean area.
- Wear comfortable shoes or sneakers, preferably non-slip, ideal for walking on the reed surfaces on the floating islands.
- Bring cash (soles) to buy handicrafts or souvenirs, since many residents do not have electronic means of payment.
- It is recommended to carry water and light snacks to keep you hydrated and energized during the tour.
- In the rainy season (November to March), it is advisable to wear a waterproof jacket or poncho, as occasional rains may occur.
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Una experiencia peruana única
Reservé este tour a última hora en el sitio de Viator. Pensamos que el tour era excelente relación calidad-precio. Nos recogieron en nuestro hotel. Estuve en contacto con Ronald a través de whatsup, él es muy organizado y contestado rápidamente. Nuestro guía era Yeferson. Él es conocedor, habla muy buen inglés y entregó la historia con un buen sentido del humor. Yeferson es una delicia absoluta y no podríamos haber deseado una mejor guía. Disfrutamos del viaje en barco a las islas y recomendamos este tour encarecidamente.
A unique Peruvian experience
I booked this tour at the last minute on the Viator site. We thought the tour was excellent value for money. We were picked up at our hotel. I was in contact with Ronald via whatsup, he is very organized and answered quickly. Our guide was Yeferson. He is knowledgeable, speaks very good English and delivered the story with a good sense of humor. Yeferson is an absolute delight and we could not have wished for a better guide. We enjoyed the boat trip to the islands and highly recommend this tour.
Uma experiência peruana única
Reservei esse passeio de última hora no site da Viator. Achamos que o passeio tinha uma excelente relação custo-benefício. Fomos buscados em nosso hotel. Entrei em contato com Ronald via whatsup, ele é muito organizado e respondeu rapidamente. Nosso guia foi Yeferson. Ele é bem informado, fala inglês muito bem e contou a história com um bom senso de humor. Yeferson é absolutamente encantador e não poderíamos ter desejado um guia melhor. Gostamos muito da viagem de barco para as ilhas e recomendamos muito esse passeio.
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Cuidado com o fato de que não é tão fácil ver os condores voando, só vimos um.
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