The Lake Titicaca is the highest navigable lake in the World at 3856 metres above sea level, it is bigger than Switzerland. Its shores and islands, such as Amantani and Taquile, are home to the Aymaras and Quechuas, who are amongst Peru's oldest peoples, predating the Incas by a thousand years. Here visitors may wander through old traditional villages where Spanish is a second language and where ancient myths and beliefs still hold true. Visit the famous Uros Floating Island and its inhabitants, learn about their history and traditions, and before you leave, take a nice ride on their little handmade- reed boats around a floating village. At one corner of the Lake explore the ancient burial towers of Sillustani, a magnificent construction of the pre-inca world.
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See Photos of the Lake Titicaca and the Uros People
Program: Full Day
Description:
7:00 AM. Early in the morning you will be picked up from your hotel by our local guide and then transferred to the harbor. We start off our boat excursion of Lake Titicaca by visiting “The Uros Floating Islands”, a small community that has lived on these reed Islands for decades. Centuries ago the small indigenous Uros tribe conceived of the islands as a way to isolate and protect themselves from rival tribes, the Collas and the Incas. The Uros people harvested the reeds in the shallows of the lake, bundled them together tightly and built floating island platforms complete with reed houses and canoes, creating in this way their own little world. After strolling around the floating Islands, we continue our journey towards “Taquile Island” (2 hour aprox.), a traditional Quechua speaking community, full of ancient agricultural terraces and some ruins dating back to the pre-Inca times. The Taquile population was relatively isolated from the mainland until 1950s, and the notion of the community and family is still very strong among them. The weaving tradition of the Taquile Island goes back to early civilizations, thus keeps elements from pre-Inca Andean cultures alive in the present. All weaving is done on pre-Inca fixed and pedal looms. The most characteristic garments are the so-called “Chullo”, a knitted hat with an earflap, and “The Calendar Waistband”, depicting the annual cycles connected to ritual and agricultural activities. When we reach the shores of Taquile Island, we will have to walk up along a narrow path, enjoying on the way impressive views of the Lake Titicaca and also see gorgeous little houses inhabited by the direct decedents of the Inca Culture. At the top of the Island, you will have free time to explore this place on your own and afterwards you will meet the group for lunch at one local restaurant. After lunch, we will descent to the harbor to take our boat back to Puno. We will be back in Puno by 5:00 pm approximately.
End of our service.
Included:
Daily departure time: 06:45 h.
Finishing time: 17:00 h.
You need to bring:
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Accommodation in Puno:
In order to meet you easily in the city of Puno, we might book also a hotel or hostel room for you, depending on your budget. We have especial deals with hotels and hostel in Puno. Do not hesitate in asking.
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Program: 2 days / 1 night - Homestay
Day 1º: Visit to the Uros Floating Islands & homestay on Amantani Island
7:30 AM. Early in the morning you will be picked up from your hotel by our local guide and then transferred to the harbor. We start off our boat excursion of Lake Titicaca by visiting “The Uros Floating Islands”, a small community that has lived on these reed Islands for decades. Centuries ago the small indigenous Uros tribe conceived of the islands as a way to isolate and protect themselves from rival tribes, the Collas and the Incas. The Uros people harvested the reeds in the shallows of the lake, bundled them together tightly and built floating island platforms complete with reed houses and canoes, creating in this way their own little world. After strolling around the floating Islands, we continue our journey towards “Amantani Island”, where we will spend the rest of the day and the night. Upon arrival, a group of native families will welcomed you at the harbor, and afterwards the guide will introduce you the family that will provide you lodging in their house. The group is split in couples, so each couple goes with one family. In the afternoon we will walk up to the highest point of the Islands to explore ancient ruins on a mountain called by locals Pachamama. There are stunning views of the Lake from this lookout point and an amazing sunset. Soon after nightfall, we descend to the main plaza and meet our local families, and then we go to their houses for dinner. At dinner you will be invited to go to the little kitchen (mind the head when entering, their doorways are very small), a warm place where they cook with a primitive stove made of clay. By night, visitors are invited to a particular party. Our local families will provide traditional clothing to attend this nice Andean party, at the house; men are given ponchos and wooly hats, the hats are hand-made by the families, with unique styles, so that they can recognize you in the hall. Women are given colorful skirts, blouses and veils. The party takes place at the main folklore saloon and it is accompanied by one of the local orchestras. Overnight at a family house.
Day 2º Visit to Taquile Island and return to Puno in the afternoon
After breakfast, we will have to say goodbye to our local family and go down to the harbor to meet the rest of the group. Afterwards we will sail towards “Taquile Island” (1 hour aprox.), a traditional Quechua speaking community, full of ancient agricultural terraces and some ruins dating back to the pre-Inca times. The Taquile population was relatively isolated from the mainland until 1950s, and the notion of the community and family is still very strong among them. The weaving tradition of the Taquile Island goes back to early civilizations, thus keeps elements from pre-Inca Andean cultures alive in the present. All weaving is done on pre-Inca fixed and pedal looms. The most characteristic garments are the so-called “Chullo”, a knitted hat with an earflap, and “The Calendar Waistband”, depicting the annual cycles connected to ritual and agricultural activities.
When visitors reach the island, they will have to walk up along a narrow path, enjoying on the way impressive views of the Lake Titicaca and also see gorgeous little houses inhabited by the direct decedents of the Inca Culture.
At the top of, you will have free time to explore the Island on your own and afterwards you will have to meet the group for lunch at one local restaurant.
After lunch, we will descent to the harbor to take our boat back to Puno. We will be getting there by 5:00 pm approximately.
End of our service.
Included:
Daily departure time: 07:00 h.
Finishing time on the second day: 17:00 h.
You need to bring:
How to book this tour....
In order to book this excursion and see payment details, please click here
Tour Packages in Puno |
Complete Visit to the Lake Titicaca including the Uros Community, Taquile & Amantani Island Travel by boat around the most popular islands of the Lake Titicaca. On our program we visit the Uros floating Islands, the traditional community of Taquile and also the biggest island on the Lake Titicaca called Amantani, a nice place where we will spend the night at the house of a local family. On Amantani you will have plenty of time to explore the surroundings, as well as to visit its ancient ruins located at the top of the island, an ideal place to visit by sunset. |
Tour Packages from Puno to Cusco |
Tour Packages from Puno to Arequipa |
Visit the highlights of the Lake Titicaca and the Colca Canyon We offer you a especial package that includes two of the most important tourist attractions in Peru. On this program you will visit the best of the Lake Titicaca, including a home stay on one of its islands and a fabulous bus journey throughout the Altiplano towards one of the deepest canyon of the world " The Colca Canyon", a wonderful place where you will see amazing Andean landscapes with huge mountains decorated with hundreds of farming terraces made by our ancestors some 2000 years ago. In addition we will also visit the natural lookout point known as Cruz del Condor, where you will see the mighty Andean Condor. |
Enjoy a private journey to the Colca Canyon departing from Puno This especial Colca Canyon program involves a private journey throughout the Altiplano leaving from the city of Puno to the lands of the condors and alpacas. During this trip you will be able to see great Andean scenery and gorgeous views of the volcanoes of Arequipa. In addition you will visit some small communities located on route and also the famous lookout point known as Cruz del Condor, from where it is possible to see the majestic flight of the Andean Condor. On this journey we include the visit to the best hot springs of Peru, a nice place where you can relax after exploring this corner of Peru. Click on the image to learn more. |
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