Lake Titicaca Tours and Tickets

The must-visit attractions on Lake Titicaca are the Uros Floating Islands (Islas Uros), a collection of around 80 floating islets made from totara reeds. Other must-visit attractions are the islands of Taquile and Amantaní, where you can stay overnight with residents to admire the stunning scenery.

Yes, there are lots of guided tours available for Lake Titicaca. Most of them include a boat ride around the lake and take you to the floating islands of Uros and Taquile, where you typically visit a local community and browse for textiles. Some Lake Titicaca tours also visit Amantaní Island.

The altitude of Lake Titicaca is 12,507 feet (3,812 meters) above sea level. To acclimatize before you go, visit places such as the Sacred Valley and Arequipa first, so you can get used to a high altitude. It’s important to walk slowly, drink plenty of water, and avoid alcohol.

Yes, you can visit the Uros Floating Islands on a day tour of Lake Titicaca. Tours tend to start early, depart from Puno, and transport you across the lake in a motorized boat. They typically include time to meet locals and learn about the challenges of living on the islands.

Because of its high altitude, it’s important to wear layers at Lake Titicaca, as the temperature changes drastically throughout the day. Mornings and evenings can be cold and windy, while daytime temperatures can be hot. The sun is particularly strong here, so wear plenty of sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat.

The best time to visit Lake Titicaca is between April and October, which is the dry season in this high-altitude region of Peru. Skies are generally blue and clear (perfect for photographs) and there’s less chance of rain. December is typically the warmest month to visit Lake Titicaca.