Top Puno Outdoor Activities

Discover the rural tranquility of the Uros and Taquile Islands on an enriching full-day excursion from Puno. Cruise the shimmering waters of Lake Titicaca, the worlds highest lake, and spend some leisurely free time exploring the beautiful islands. Marvel at the majestic floating islands, made entirely of reeds, as you wander and watch locals go about their daily business. Learn about the rich culture and history of the region from your expert guide and feast upon a complimentary lunch when hunger strikes.

Embark on a day tour of Lake Titicaca, a large mountain lake that serves as a natural border between Peru and Bolivia. Depart your Puno hotel (Puno is a 4-hour drive from Peru's second most populous city, Arequipa) for port, then set out via motorboat toward the floating Uros Islands. Visit two of these dozens of man-made islands—each constructed from native reeds found in the lake's shallow waters—and learn about their distinct inhabitants and culture as you go. Next, continue to Taquile island, home to some of Peru's best weavers.

Let yourself be captivated by Lake Titicaca, get to know the floating islands of the Uros and the island of Taquile in the best way (by speedboat) and with a Local Tour Operator with more than 10 years of experience. In Uros, we will have an explanation from the guide and a resident of Uros about aspects of its architecture, history, culture, economy and more; We can also ride in a typical boat (optional). as well as being able to explore the island on your own. In Taquile, we will enjoy the majestic view of the lake and a show of dances and live music by the residents. We will taste a delicious local lunch overlooking the lake. We will also have free time so you can explore the island of Taquile. Throughout the tour we will discover more about the history, culture, ecology and traditions of the populations of Lake Titicaca.

The floating islands of Uros and Taquile are a must-see attraction while on Lake Titicaca. Learn about traditional life on the floating islands with this tour from Puno, which takes you directly to the islands for free time to explore. Then, jet off to the pre-Incan ruins at  Sillustani for a guided tour before returning to Puno.

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 chance to enjoy a great ride on a totora raft that will take you to another floating island!

Seize the opportunity to explore the largest navigable lake in the world, lake Titicaca. On this guided tour, you’ll visit the famous man-made Uros Islands which date back to pre-colonial days and later immerse yourself with the locals on Amantani island. Get away from the hustle and bustle of Puro and discover life on the water.

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.

If you’re looking for a change of pace from the busy Puro 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.

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!

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.

HALF DAY UROS ISLAND KAYAKING TOUR The Uros Islands kayaking half day tour travels within the heart of the Lake Titicaca National Reserve, habit of endemic and migrant birds and location for reed man made floating islands on Wily river. Your Uros Island Kayaking Tour starts at 8:50 am, after an early hotel breakfast, with pick-up from your Puno hotel to kayak dock. At this point you’ll wear personal floatation device, enter in your Kayak and start sailing on Lake Titicaca, but not so fast first your English speaking guide will get you prepared for the day ahead and fitted into your kayaks. Get elemental kayak paddling instructions, paddling techniques and more.

Combine visits to three different Peruvian islands with an overnight homestay on this 2-day trip. Get views of the Cordillera Real mountain range and Lake Titicaca, as well as insight into the indigenous cultures that call that area home. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Puno, all entrance fees, basic accommodations, and meals per itinerary provided.

It is differentiated by the speed of the boat, so that we will save more time in navigation and will have much more time to enjoy the Islands, sharing experiences with the locals, and also take an optional ride in local transport.

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.

Discover the natural splendor of the world’s highest lake on a full-day catamaran cruise from Puno. Cross the Bolivian border to board a stylish boat and sail upon the shimmering surface of the sacred Lake Titicaca. Venture to the visionary Island of Sun to admire spectacular scenery and ancient Incan ruins then feast upon a delicious lunch of regionally inspired recipes aboard the catamaran. Experience the majesty of Lake Titcaca in a relaxed and rejuvenating manner on this tranquil tour.

Why do we recommend the Uros and Taquile tour by speedboat? The main reason is that we shorten 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 of 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.

Leave the bustling city behind on this small-group speedboat tour on Lake Titicaca, stopping on the islands of Uros and Taquile for an intimate glimpse into Andean nature, culture, and customs. Learn about the origins and traditions of the Uros floating community as you explore with your guide, then cruise to Taquile for a relaxing afternoon on its white sand beach. Avoid hidden costs with lunch and round-trip hotel transfer included in the price.

On this tour to the island of Amantani you will discover the culture of the greatest textile makers of Lake Titicaca. So your first day of your tour in Lake Titicaca begins in the floating islands of the Uros where we will learn about their history and we can take (optional) the traditional Totora boat. Our next stop will be Amantani where we will feel the warmth and welcome of the local people who will make us feel that we have arrived home and we will go up to the Inca ceremonial temples Pachamama and Pachatata of Amantani to enjoy the Taquile Island where you will know the textile art of the island of Taquile and you will have a delicious tourist lunch.

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 chance to enjoy a great ride on a totora raft that will take you to another floating island!

Live an authentic experience on Lake Titicaca, let yourself be captivated by the magic that surrounds each island, you will learn about aspects of its culture, architecture, history, archaeology, economy and more. All included (tickets, guide, transportation, accommodation and food) Free time on each island (Uros, Amantani and Taquile). Lodging and meals in the houses of local families. Dreamy sunset in Amantani.

In this wonderful tour of the islands of Lake Titicaca you can enjoy the most exquisite life experiences in the middle of the highest navigable Lake in the world, you can not imagine how incredible you can spend if you decide to do this tour, and what More important is to contribute to the development of families in Amantani.

Explore the idyllic floating islands of Lake Titicaca on an exciting full-day tour from Puno. Visit Uros and Taquile to learn more about the indigenous inhabitants of the islands. You will navigate the calm waters of the highest lake in the world in a boat and enjoy an authentic experience of a culture that has not been touched by continental modernity. • Full day excursion to the islands of Uros and Taquile from Puno • Meet the local Urus and learn about their customs and traditions. • Visit Taquile, an island known for its tranquility and authenticity • Delicious traditional lunch included

The Sunset Tour will take you on a private kayak tour to enjoy an unforgettable sunset, first of all we will depart from the port of Esteves Island by kayak, on the way we will see beautiful landscapes and the flora and fauna found in Lake Titicaca and We will be arriving at the island of the Uros in an hour. Then, when Ronal arrives, he will explain the life of the Uros and their customs, then we will return by kayak from the island of the Uros to the port to see the sunset. DETAILS: Tour Duration: 3 hours approx. (hotel/uros/hotel) Paddling distance: 10km round trip. Pick up time at the hotel: 3:00 p.m. Return to Hotels: 06.00 am. Kayak Frequency: Daily.

Have an incredible adventure kayaking the highest navigable lake in the world: Lake Titicaca. This spectacular place, has a lot of islands among like Uros and Taquile. Explore this amazing lake by kayak, visiting communities and discovering ancestral customs.