Lake Titicaca Lodge + Tour to Uros - Taquile 2D/1N

Titicaca Lake Lodge Itinerary + Tour to Uros & Taquile 2D/1N:

Itinerary

7:00 a.m. – Transfer from hotel to Puno Port

Visit to the Uros Floating Islands - 12,467 ft (30-minute boat ride)

• Explore the floating islands and learn about the Uros people's way of life.

• Interaction with local families and free time for photos.

• Time spent on the Uros Islands: 1 hour.

Visit to Taquile Island - 12,959 ft (2-hour boat ride)

• 1 to 1.5-hour walking tour on the island (30-minute uphill walk) and visit to a local family.

• Traditional lunch at a local family's home on Taquile Island.

Transfer

• After the shared tour, you will transfer at an intermediate point to board the boat that will take you to the lodge.

Arrival at the lodge on a floating island on Lake Titicaca - 12,467 ft

• Enjoy a unique stay at a lodge on a floating island in the middle of Lake Titicaca, managed by the Uros community.

• Optional activities such as a reed boat ride around the lodge.

Day 2

• Breakfast

• Check-out: 9:00 a.m.

• Return to Puno: Transfer by the lodge’s boat to Kalapajra Port.*

• End of the tour.

Note:

• *Kalapajra Port is located 25 minutes by vehicle (under normal traffic conditions) from Puno’s Plaza de Armas. Depending on the location of your hotel, some visitors prefer to return on foot.

• If you need transportation back, we can arrange it for an additional cost. We recommend booking in advance, as the port is small and taxis are not usually available in the area.

• Please note that itinerary and navigation times may vary slightly due to weather and water conditions. This may cause boat trips and island visits to be a bit longer or shorter than expected.

The tour to the Lodge in Lake Titicaca + Tour to Uros & Taquile 2D/1N includes: 

• Transfer from hotel in downtown Puno
• Return to Kalapajra Port
• Entrance fees
• Professional guided tour in English and/or Spanish for Uros & Taquile Tour (Day 1)
• Tourist boat (Speedboat)
• Meals: Lunch at a local family's home on Taquile Island (Day 1), dinner at the lodge (Day 1), breakfast at the lodge (Day 2)
• Reed boat ride
• Lodge accommodation (Minimum two people) *

* The Lodge is subject to availability. The photos are referential

The tour of the Lodge in Lake Titicaca + Tour to Uros & Taquile 2D/1N not includes:

• Tips
• Transfers to locations not specified in the tour
  
• Wi-Fi
• Permanent electricity at the lodge (Power is turned off while guests rest)
• Bevarages

What to bring to the Titicaca Lake Lodge + Uros & Taquile Tour 2D/1N?

• It is recommended to choose: comfortable shoes, light and comfortable clothing for daytime activities, very warm clothing for the night, hat, gloves, sunglasses, sun block, water, rain gear (especially in November - April).
• Passport or ID card.
• Travel insurance is recommended.
• We recommend bringing a portable charger for your cellphone. The lodge's energy supply is limited.
• Cash (local currency). Most families in the area are dedicated to selling crafts, if you want to purchase a souvenir they only accept cash.

What considerations you should have when taking Titicaca Lake Lodge + Uros & Taquile Tour 2D/1N:

What does it mean that the tour is shared?

• It means that you can share the tour with a group of tourists of different nationalities and ages, both from Guru Explorers and from different operators. It is an excellent opportunity to connect with travelers from different parts of the world! Remember that this type of tour is operated by Guru Explorers or by our strategic partner who responds to our same standards. If you prefer a tour where you do not share with other people, please ask us for the Private Tour option.
• In the shared tour option, a pick-up time range and an approximate return time will be assigned one day before the tour date. Please consider that since it is a shared tour with other people, punctuality is important so as not to cause delays to other passengers. Also, the duration of the tour may vary depending on the pace of the members of the group. The return time may vary depending on the traffic in the area, so we provide an approximate schedule. Please remember that both traffic and the pace of tourists are not the responsibility of Guru Explorers

Other considerations

• You can include the tickets to the attractions – as an additional – in the process of contracting the Tour, or purchase it on your own directly at the place with payment in cash and in local currency (the prices of entrance tickets may vary without prior notice).
• Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
• Due to environmental, climatic or other factors, beyond our control, the itinerary of the trip may vary. If so, it will be notified promptly.
• Guru Explorers value your time and strive to respect the tour schedule; however, they could vary for reasons beyond our control (weather, natural disasters, field conditions, among other demonstrable reasons). We will do our best to provide efficient options and solutions for your enjoyment.

Not allowed:

• Pets.
• Smoke.
• Suitcases or large bags.

Not recommended for:

• People in wheelchairs.

Cancellation or Date Change Policies:

• With 14 days or less in advance, there will be no refund.
• Between 15 days or more of notification, 50% of the total value is refunded.
• There will be no refund in case of delayed flights, train delays, bad weather or other external factors.

The experience that makes you live the beauty of this mountain of colors is inexplicable, it is really a personal encounter between you and nature.

If you are still wondering why choose us? We would like you to read 7 outstanding characteristics of our service:

QUALITY: 

When you go to a teacher, it is because you want to answer all the questions. In a matter of travel, money, time and enjoyment, you have to choose the best options available and that is what “Guru Explorers” is all about, giving you the perfect balance for the adventure you DESERVE.

EXPERIENCE: 

To become “Guru Explorers”, we are still world travelers, but experts in Cusco, Lima, and the most important destinations in Peru. We lived bad and good experiences, valuing that the main difference lies in the details, so we know what elements are essential for your trip. We are travelers and we strive to enhance your experience!

TRANSPARENCY: 

We are here to provide you with the best and most accurate information and description of our tours. We are not supporters of hidden costs, that is why we provide the necessary information so you can choose the inclusions or upgrades you are looking for.

SECURITY: 

You entrust us with your time, your money and your expectations and that is why we fine-tune every detail to guarantee the trip you dream of.

FLEXIBILITY: 

Although we have pre-established packages; they can be adapted to your needs and to make plans that are suited to you, so that you can visit any place in Peru, with the expertise of “Guru Explorers”. We adapt trips for special occasions such as your corporate trips, honeymoon, birthday, social, cultural or sports event during your visit to Peru, offering you complete advice to achieve and exceed your expectations.

PASSION: 

Before being tour guides, we are travelers, explorers, adventurers; That makes us passionate about creating the best experiences in the time you invest for yourself and those you love.

SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: 

We promote Responsible and Sustainable Tourism, not affecting the traveler, nor exploiting the communities that receive it or their environment. We create more human and respectful experiences of Heritage.

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