The floating islands of Uros and Taquile full Day The city of Puno in Peru is super nice despite the height that affects it but it is worth visiting The floating islands of Uros Puno On this day of tour we will also visit Taquile Island, one of the many islands of Lake Titicaca in Puno, the highest lake in Peru. This fascinating place has been inhabited for thousands of years, its inhabitants speak the Quechua language. The floating islands, built by the Uros with reeds, house three to ten families each, and there are about 80 islands in total. At 3,812 meters above sea level, in In the Peruvian highlands there is the highest navigable lake in the world, Lake Titicaca, in Puno. Here you can find the Uros Floating Islands, a set of approximately 80 islands built from reeds, an aquatic plant that grows on the surface of Lake Titicaca. The reed is woven and spread over another layer of it to build the surface of each island.
Do you want the experience in Puno Peru? If so, we believe this package gives you a cultural, spiritual and educated taste of the many places this region has to offer. It is a pleasure for us to take you on tours of the cities of Puno,
The floating islands of Uros full day and Taquile Island The tour starts off with pick-up from your hotel at 7:00 AM We move to the pier From the pier, we will begin the trip on a comfortable boat to the impressive Floating Islands of the Uros. As we navigate the majestic Lake Titicaca, you will be able to enjoy spectacular views that accompany the journey. The floating islands, made entirely of reeds, unfold before you as a testament to the skill and ingenuity of their inhabitants. The serenity of the lake and the Andean landscape create a magical atmosphere.
Upon arrival, you will have the opportunity to learn about the life of the Uros up close for two hours. You will discover their ancestral traditions and the incredible construction technique of their islands, a heritage that they have kept alive for centuries. You will learn about their way of life and how these people have preserved their culture and identity over time. In addition, you will be able to interact with local inhabitants, who will be happy to share their stories.
After this cultural immersion, then we will go to Taquile island by boat.
Taquile Island is one of the many islands on Lake Titicaca in Puno, the highest lake in Peru. This fascinating place has been inhabited for thousands of years, its inhabitants speak the Quechua language and their way of life has changed little or nothing over the years, likewise the Taquileños are textile experts and their skills have been transmitted from generation to generation. generation.
Visiting the island of Taquile in Peru is like discovering a wonderful island in Lake Titicaca, seemingly frozen in time.
In the lower part of the island there is a port built with the rocks of the island itself, where rafts with passengers from Puno or other neighboring islands disembark.
Then you have to climb more than 567 steps to reach the town of Taquile. At the top, visitors are greeted by a magnificent view of the lake and a simple stone gate that welcomes them to one of the most exclusive areas of Peru. From here you can see almost the entire island and most of the lake, the best view of the entire lake.
After the visit we will have lunch, after the delicious lunch we will return to the city of Puno and around 4pm we finish our tour.
The floating islands of Uros and Taquile full Day Packing List:
