Top Puno Day Trips - page 2

It is important to know that the Uros Floating Islands have become a very touristy place, but it is still a magical and wonderful place, it is also important to know that thanks to tourism these families already have daily support offering their products and services. , the question is to enjoy it. You will be able to know the animals and plants that we have in the Uros. Then you will have the opportunity to enjoy a great ride on a totora raft that will take you to another floating island!

If you’re looking for a change of pace from busy Puno city, the beautiful Uros Islands are what you need. Relax on a guided tour as you learn about the history of the man-made islands and discover the remote communities living sustainably in the region. Positioned on Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world, the Uros Islands shouldn’t be missed.

Join us on the Quechua Route Tour in Puno, a journey that will take you to charming places filled with history, allowing you to trace back to our pre-Inca and Inca past in Peru You'll visit Sillustani inca tombs, Lampa beautiful colonial church and Pukara archeological museums

Explore the rich cultural heritage and stunning landscapes of the Peruvian highlands on this full-day Aymara Route tour from Puno. Journey through the enchanting southern region of Lake Titicaca, visiting ancient ceremonial temples and intriguing archaeological sites linked to the Aymara culture. Engage with local traditions while witnessing the breathtaking Altiplano scenery and the mysterious Aramu Muru portal, revered as a spiritual center. Enjoy a delicious lunch in Juli, known for its colonial heritage, before visiting the serene Juli Beach. - Discover significant archaeological sites like the Temple of Fertility and Molloco Chullpas - Visit the mystical Aramu Muru, a portal steeped in ancient legends - Savor a traditional lunch in Juli, the "Little Rome of America" - Includes round-trip transportation and a bilingual guide for an enriching experience

We offer an authentic and personalized experience, combining comfort, tradition and adventure. Sail comfortably in a modern vessel as our local bilingual guides reveal the best-kept stories and secrets of Lake Titicaca. Enjoy genuine interaction with the communities of Uros and Taquile, tasting typical dishes. More than an excursion, you will live a deep connection with culture and nature in one of the most spectacular places in the world.

Discover the unique lifestyle of the residents of the Uros Floating Islands during this flexible-length private day tour of Lake Titicaca. Navigate the gorgeous waters of the highest navigable lake in the world, learning about the construction of its amazing floating residences built entirely from the local tortora reeds. You’ll then continue to the island of Taquile, where you finish the excursion with a tasty lake trout lunch. Your private Uros Floating Islands and Lake Titicaca excursion also includes a guide, round-trip hotel transport, site entrance fees, private vehicle and lunch.

It differs by the speed of the boat, unlike the normal boat travels 3 hours to Taquile, the speedboat does it in just 1 hour, so we will gain more time in navigation and enjoyment.

In this Tour you will enjoy the natural beauty of the highest navigable lake in the world, and you will be able to know some of the curiosities of the culture in the Island of Taquile

The Uros islands and UNESCO–listed Taquile Island are widely considered among Lake Titicaca’s top attractions, but chartering boats to reach them independently is a challenge. On this tour, begin with pickup at your central Puno hotel, then take to the waves by motorboat with your guide. With entry fees included, explore the Uros islands and Taquile in one day, and experience a way of life very different to the mainland.

Enjoy one of the most incredible visits in Peru, that add millennial culture and nature, by visiting the Islands of Uros and Taquile!

Explore the idyllic floating islands of Lake Titicaca on an exciting full-day tour from Puno. Visit Uros and Taquile to gain insight into the indigenous inhabitants of the unique islands; ride the gentle waters of the world’s highest lake on a boat; and enjoy an authentic experience of a culture untouched by mainland modernity. Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off is included in this tour.

Floating in the middle of the world’s highest navigable lake, the Uros and Taquile islands are a marvel of engineering. This full-day tour takes you to both of the floating islands in one day, so you can get deeper insight into how residents live on the reed-created islets for an authentic glimpse of local culture.

This full-day tour is a one-way adventure that links Puno and Cusco via one of Peru’s most famous natural wonders. Starting from Puno (Lake Titicaca) in the early morning, travelers are taken on a scenic drive into the Andes to visit Vinicunca – the Rainbow Mountain​. The tour entails a guided hike to the mountain’s summit, where you witness the surreal stripes of colored minerals that give Rainbow Mountain its name, before ending in Cusco by the evening​. In essence, the tour combines a spectacular trekking experience with a convenient transfer between two major destinations. It’s well-structured and packed with highlights: you’ll trek through high-altitude valleys, stand atop the famous multi-colored mountain – all in one day. This journey showcases the dramatic natural scenery of the Andes. It’s an ideal option for travelers who want to maximize their time, offering the thrill of a day hike and the practicality of transportation, all under the guidance of local tour staff.

We do this tour by van, mini bus depending on the number of passengers. It is the best option to visit Sillustani in the morning, The Church of Santiago, the catacombs and the hatchery of chinchillas. We will see the beautiful replica of Michelangelo’s La Pietá Sculpture in Lamba and we will carry out an activity of painting bulls in pukara.

In Peru, there exists a civilization that lives and works on islands made entirely out of woven reeds. The Uros people, who still live on floating islands on Lake Titicaca, only speak Aymara, so unless you’re fluent in the dialect, you won’t be able to unlock the secrets of their mysterious society without a guide. On this half-day tour, you'll tour to islands by boat and gain insight in Puno's preserved culture. Hotel pickup and drop-off, island admission ticket, boat, and bilingual guide provided.

Route of the Sun; when the sun god "Wiracocha" descends from the heavens to earth, traveling through different places to meet the Inkas, places that were marked by the Inkas with temples and sacred places in honor of the Sun god. In this trip we will be able to appreciate and feel closely these temples and sacred places that were built in a magical way and of great importance in the life of the Inka culture. We will travel knowing all the details and the mysteries that the culture of the ancient Inkas and those who still keep their secrets like the Quechuas and Aymaras; living an authentic inka experience.

In the high-altitude city of Puno lies Lake Titicaca, the world's highest navigable lake. Here, the Uros people constitute an ancestral society inhabiting artificial islands constructed on bases woven from totora reeds, which grow in the lake itself. The tour begins with a transfer to the port of Puno, where a boat awaits to take you to the beautiful Uros Islands. After a magical one-and-a-half-hour excursion, you will continue to the island of Taquile, renowned for its ancestral culture and traditional way of life. Here, there will be an informational session about the island, followed by a delightful lunch. Finally, you will return to the city of Puno.

Why do we recommend the Uros and Taquile tour by speedboat? The main reason is that we shortened the navigation time on the lake, having more time to enjoy the visits in Uros and Taquile, in addition to having calmer walks and being more comfortable because the boat is also more spacious and comfortable. The places that are visited are the same as those of the Tour de Uros and Taquile normal boat: 2 islands in the Uros (of the more than 90 islands that make up these floating islands) Taquile Island, where we will visit its main square to have lunch and appreciate its customs, beautiful views of the lake and its textiles. As we mentioned before, the difference is basically the navigation time that each boat makes as we show below.

Experience the enchanting culture of Lake Titicaca as you journey to the Floating Islands of Uros and the traditional island of Taquile. Discover the age-old traditions of the Uros people, who have crafted and inhabited these unique reed islands for centuries. Immerse yourself in the daily life of the Taquileños, known for their handwoven textiles and strong sense of community. This cultural adventure on the world's highest navigable lake promises an unforgettable glimpse into Peru's rich heritage.