FIRST DAY (Uros and Amantani)
On this tour we will visit first the Uros floating islands taking a comfortable boat from the port of Puno (30 minutes) after visiting 2 floating islands will continue with the journey to Amantani island (2 ½ hours) and arrive at the average noon where we will be warmly welcomed by local families.
Accompanied by the families we will hike (30 min uphill) to local houses, where we have lunch typical Andean food on the island. After settling and rest we will hike to the top of the island to meet the Pachamama and Pachatata Inca ceremonial temples .
After enjoying the beautiful views of the lake and its splendor, we wait until sunset to enjoy one of the most beautiful sunsets in the world. Finally we return to dine at local houses, overnight families organized a welcome party (optional) where we can dance and wear the local dress all accompanied by local musicians.
SECOND DAY (Amantani and Taquile)
We started the day with a typical breakfast and then descend to the port (8 am), we will take our boat to Taquile Island, walk uphill to the main square, where we can see the island and learn more about the customs and textiles of the island, after lunch we descend to the port of Taquile (1:00 pm.) to return to Puno where we arrive at 3:30 pm averaging.
Get to know these beautiful islands and enjoy a dreamy sunset and the warmth of the locals!
DAY 01
ITINERARY |
APPROX TIME |
Pick up from your hotel in Puno |
7:40 AM |
Departure by boat from the port of Puno |
8:00 AM |
Visit 2 Uros Floating Islands (1 hour Approx) |
8:30 AM |
Departure to Amantani (2 hours 45 min). |
10:00 AM |
Arrival at Amantani and meeting the host family |
1:00 PM |
Lunch with local family |
2:00 PM |
Uphill walk (01 hour) to see the best sunset from the lake on the Pachatata hill. |
4:00 PM |
Return and dinner at the family home |
6:00 PM |
Special welcome meeting and cultural exchange with families (Optional). |
8:00 PM |
Day 02
ITINERARY |
APPROX TIME |
Breakfast on Amantani island |
7:00 AM |
Departure toward Taquile |
8:00 AM |
Arrival in Taquile and uphill walk to the square |
9:00 AM |
Visit the main square, local market (textiles and handicraft) |
10:30 AM |
Touristic lunch in Taquile |
12:00 PM |
Return from Taquile to Puno |
1:30 PM |
Arrival to Puno and transfer to your hotel |
3:30 PM |
There is an extra charge for the picking up (round trip) from the following hotels:
- Casa Andina Premium.
- Sonesta Posada del Inka.
- Xima.
- GHL Lago Titicaca.
From 1 to 4 people (Taxi): U$D 7.00 or S/20.00 //
From 5 to 7 people (Van): U$D 13.00 or S/40.00
Include
- Transfers Hotel - Port - Hotel.
- Motor Boat (with toilet and bus seats).
- Professional Spanish/English speaking guide.
- Entrances fees.
- Basic accommodation and 03 meals (lunch, dinner and breakfast) in Amantani mainly Andean food (potatoes, rice, eggs, quinoa soup, goose, cheese, etc.)
- Lunch in Taquile (quinua Soup, Trout with rice or potatoes and coca or muña tea)
Not Include
- Tips.
- Local boat ride (Balsa de Totora) in Uros (optional service), lasts approximately 10 to 15 minutes, the price is (S/10.00 soles) or ($3.00 Dollars) per person and the payment is to the villager.
- Others not mentioned.
Recommendations
- Wear light and warm clothes, the weather in the morning is cold, at noon it is warm and windy in the afternoon.
- Wear a hat and / or sunscreen.
- Comfortable shoes for the walk.
- Cash if you want to buy souvenirs, do not accept credit / debit cards.
- Drinks and snacks.
- Bring personal hygiene items.
Important: Try to carry only the essential minimum, since it is only 1 night, you can leave large suitcases at your hotel (one backpack per person or a small suitcase is recommended).