Visit the floating reed islands of Lake Titicaca. Stay overnight with a family on Amantani. Learn about the weaving traditions on Taquile Island.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 2 days
- Starting time 7:45 AM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- Spanish, English
- Pickup optional
- Your hotel in Puno
Experience
Highlights
- Explore Lake Titicaca and its floating reed islands by boat
- Stay overnight with a local family and learn about local traditions
- Visit Taquile island and admire the examples of intricate weaving
Full description
Discover the islands of Lake Titicaca on this 2-day tour from Puno. Spend the night at a homestay on Amantani Island and learn about local traditions.
Day 1: Uros Islands and Amantani
Head to the legendary floating reed islands by motorboat. On Amantani Island the tour breaks into smaller groups for stays with local families. Trek to the top of the mountain to see the Temples of the Pachamama and Pachatata. Authentic food will be prepared and music performed by your designated family.
Day 2: Taquile Island – Puno
After breakfast, take a short boat ride to nearby Taquile island and meet locals known for their intricate weavings. Return to Puno after lunch, arriving between 05:00-06:00 PM.
Includes
- Hotel pickup (if option chosen)
- Transfers
- Boat transportation
- Entry to the Islands
- English-speaking guide
- 1 night's accommodation with a family on Amantani Island (rustic accommodation with bedding and blankets supplied)
- Meals: 2 lunches, 1 dinner, 1 breakfast
- Extra drinks and snacks on the boat
- Tips for guide and boat driver
- All pick-ups and transfers from hotels out of Puno City Center
COVID-19 precautions
Customers must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
- Customers will get a mandatory temperature check
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Participants
Date
Prepare for the activity
Meeting point
Please head to the specified meeting point if you haven't provided a hotel address. If your hotel is located outside of Puno center, please head to the specified meeting point on the map also.
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What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Warm clothing
- Sun hat
- Water
Not allowed
- Pets
- Oversize luggage
Know before you go
- Please wear weather-appropriate clothing. Warm clothing during the winter season (May to September) and rainwear during the rainy season (October to April)
- If you have heavy luggage, ask if your hotel can keep it safe for you (this service is usually free) or leave it at the meeting point at no cost
- You can take a ride on a typical reed boat, which costs approximately 10 Soles per person (this contributes to the community income)
- Pickup only applies for hotels in central Puno. If you are staying outside of the pickup area, the local supplier will arrange a meeting point in the city center
