Uros – Taquile – Luquina Tour by Speedboat (Full day)
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Uros - Taquile and Luquina Chico Speedboat
Live an unforgettable experience touring the most impressive landscapes of Lake Titicaca in our exclusive speedboat tour to Taquile Island, Luquina Chico and the Floating Islands of the Uros. This tour combines living culture, Andean gastronomy and ancestral traditions in a single day full of inspiration.
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Opciones del Tour
The adventure begins on Taquile Island, recognized worldwide by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, thanks to its extraordinary textiles and customs that have remained intact over the centuries. Here you will learn about the social organization, textile art and way of life of its inhabitants, while enjoying unique panoramic views of the lake.
We continue to the Chucuito Peninsula to visit the Aymara community of Luquina Chico, a clear example of community-based experiential tourism. The warmth of its people and its natural environment create the perfect setting for an authentic experience. Here we will enjoy an Altiplanic buffet lunch on the shores of the lake, at the renowned restaurant “La Casa del Pescador”, prepared with local products. In addition, you will visit the Quinoa Interpretation Center, accompanied by typical dances that celebrate the cultural identity of the region.
In the afternoon, we will head to the emblematic Floating Islands of the Uros, where you will receive a detailed explanation of their history, totora reed architecture and ancestral traditions. Discover how this ancient culture has managed to live in perfect harmony with the lake, preserving its legacy to this day.
Why choose this tour?
- This tour to Taquile, Luquina Chico and Uros offers a different and exclusive experience, far from the mass tours. Enjoy a buffet lunch on the shores of Lake Titicaca, with personalized attention and a privileged natural environment.
- In Taquile we visit the southern sector of the island, avoiding long walks and allowing you to relax on the beach, with free time to enjoy the scenery and the tranquility of the lake.
Enjoy a comfortable and carefree service: we pick you up directly at your hotel located in the center of the city, 15 minutes before departure, so that you can concentrate only on living an unforgettable experience on Lake Titicaca.
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:
- Complete transfers hotel – port – hotel
- Professional bilingual guide (Spanish / English)
- Tourist tickets to the islands visited
- Transportation by tourist boat / speedboat
- Altiplanic buffet lunch in Luquina Chico, at the restaurant “La Casa del Pescador”.
What’s not included:
- Gratuities (optional).
- Local boat ride (totora raft) in the Uros S/ 15.00 soles or USD 5.00 per person.
- Payment is made directly to the local villager providing the service.
- Unspecified services.
| APPROX. TIME | ITINERARY |
|---|---|
| 06:45 AM | Pick up of visitors from hotels located in the city center. |
| 07:10 AM | Departure by boat to Taquile Island. |
| 09:00 AM | Guided tour to Taquile Island (approx. 2 hours and 30 minutes) |
| 11:30 AM | Navigation to Luquina Chico |
| 12:00 PM | Arrival to Luquina Chico and altiplanic buffet lunch on the shores of the lake. |
| 01:30 PM | Departure to the Floating Islands of the Uros. |
| 02:30 PM | Guided visit to the Uros Floating Islands |
| 03:30 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, as the weather is cold in the mornings, warm at midday and windy in the afternoon.
- Wear a hat or cap and apply sunscreen for adequate protection.
- Comfortable, slip-resistant shoes, ideal for hiking.
- Bring cash (soles) for souvenir purchases, as most stalls do not accept credit cards.
- Consider bringing drinks and snacks to stay hydrated during the tour.
Everything is ready for the trip: live every moment and discover the magic of the altiplano.
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Tuvimos un tiempo encantador!
Tuvimos un tiempo encantador! Manuel era nuestro guía de viaje y era tan informativo, sensible y amable. Todos los guías turísticos parecía increíble, pero no teníamos mucha experiencia con otros grupos. Sinceramente, este viaje fue un valor increíble. Tenía fuera de esto visiones del mundo. Si te encanta tejer o textiles en general, te encantará conocer a todos estos increíbles artesanos, y te encantará aprender sobre el lago Titicaca. Si estás en Puno, y tienes tiempo, hazte un favor y reserva este viaje. ¡No te arrepentirás!
We had a lovely time!
We had a lovely time! Manuel was our tour guide and he was so informative, responsive and friendly. All the tour guides seemed amazing, but we didn’t have much experience with other groups. Honestly, this trip was an incredible value. It had out of this world views. If you love weaving or textiles in general, you will love meeting all these amazing artisans, and you will love learning about Lake Titicaca. If you are in Puno, and you have time, do yourself a favor and book this trip, you won’t regret it!
Nós nos divertimos muito!
Você se divertiu muito! Manuel foi nosso guia turístico e ele foi muito informativo, receptivo e amigável. Todos os guias turísticos pareciam incríveis, mas não tivemos muita experiência com outros grupos. Sinceramente, essa viagem teve um valor incrível. Você teve vistas de outro mundo. Se você gosta de tecelagem ou de tecidos em geral, vai adorar conhecer todos esses artesãos incríveis e vai adorar aprender sobre o Lago Titicaca. Se você estiver em Puno e tiver tempo, faça um favor a si mesmo e reserve essa viagem – você não vai se arrepender!
Experiencia perfecta en las islas flotantes con Ronald
¡Una cálida recomendación para Ronald y el viaje a las islas flotantes del lago Titicaca! A cualquiera que venga a Puno, le recomiendo ampliamente contactar a Ronald. Recibimos un servicio profesional, cortés y humano a precios excelentes. Ronald es un agente encantador que se aseguró de que todo saliera a la perfección. El viaje fue fascinante y estuvo maravillosamente organizado: una experiencia única. ¡Muy recomendable!
Perfect floating island experience with Ronald
A warm recommendation for Ronald and the trip to the floating islands of Lake Titicaca! To anyone coming to Puno, I highly recommend contacting Ronald. We received professional, courteous and humane service at excellent prices. Ronald is a delightful agent who made sure everything went perfectly. The trip was fascinating and wonderfully organized – a unique experience – highly recommended!
Experiência perfeita em uma ilha flutuante com Ronald
Uma recomendação calorosa para Ronald e a viagem para as ilhas flutuantes do Lago Titicaca! Para qualquer pessoa que for a Puno, recomendo fortemente que você entre em contato com Ronald. Recebemos um serviço profissional, cortês e humano a preços excelentes. Ronald é um agente encantador que garantiu que tudo corresse perfeitamente. A viagem foi fascinante e maravilhosamente organizada – uma experiência única – altamente recomendada!
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