Uros island Tour + Taquile + Amantani 2D/1N

Itinerary of the Tour to Uros Island + Taquile + Amantani 2D/1N:

Keep in mind :The itinerary times and navigation durations may vary slightly due to weather and wave conditions. This could make the boat journeys and visits to destinations a bit longer or shorter than expected.

DAY 1

Departure from the Port of Puno (08:00 AM)

The tour begins with a transfer from your hotel to the Port of Puno, where you will board a motorboat to start the journey. Before departing, you can enjoy a traditional dance performance at the port, allowing you to learn more about the local culture.

Visit to the Uros Floating Islands – 3,800 m.a.s.l. (30-minute boat ride)

The first stop will be at the Uros Floating Islands, a community that lives on artificial islands built with totora reeds. During the visit, your guide will explain their lifestyle, customs, and traditions. You will also have free time to explore and take photos.

The stay on the islands will last approximately one hour. Local residents offer handicrafts and rides on their traditional totora reed boats. These rides are optional and have an additional cost ranging from 10 to 20 soles per person, depending on the island visited.

Boat trip to Amantaní Island – 3,800 m.a.s.l. (2.5-hour ride)

The journey continues with a boat ride of approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes to Amantaní Island, where you will experience community-based tourism by staying with a local family.

Upon arrival, you will be welcomed by your hosts, who will take you to their home to settle in and enjoy a traditional lunch. There are no vehicles on the island, so all travel is done on foot.

In the afternoon, you will have free time to explore the island. We suggest taking an optional one-hour hike to the Pachatata Temple, located at 4,150 m.a.s.l., where you can admire breathtaking panoramic views of Lake Titicaca.

Note: On some occasions, islanders may offer a motorcycle transport service. This service is not managed by Guru Explorers. If you choose to use it, we recommend requesting a safety helmet.

Dinner and Cultural Experience in Amantaní

In the evening, you will enjoy dinner at your host family's home. Later, the island’s residents organize a traditional party for visitors, where you will have the option to participate while wearing traditional attire provided by the community.

As part of the cultural homestay experience, you will stay in a room within a local family’s home. The assignment of families is done through a rotation system to ensure that all households benefit from tourism.

We recommend watching the informational video to learn about the accommodation amenities before booking.

DAY 2

Breakfast and trip to Taquile Island (1-hour boat ride)

After breakfast, you will continue the journey by boat to Taquile Island.

Taquile Island – The Best Weavers in Peru

In Taquile, you will take a 1 to 1.5-hour hike to explore the island’s key points. You will visit the main square (3,950 m.a.s.l.), where you can explore artisan stalls and learn about Taquile’s famous weaving tradition, recognized as a Cultural Heritage of Humanity for its quality and complexity.

You will also visit a local family to learn more about the culture of the Taquile people, who are known as the best weavers in Peru.

Lunch on Taquile Island

Enjoy a traditional lunch at a local family’s home, where you will taste typical regional dishes made with fresh, native ingredients.

Return to Puno (2-hour boat ride)

After lunch, you will walk to Taquile’s second port to board the boat back to Puno, concluding the tour around 3:30 PM.

Note: Throughout the tour, you will find charming souvenir stalls where local families offer unique handcrafted items. If you wish to take home a keepsake, consider bringing some cash in local currency. However, there is no obligation to buy;—simply enjoy the experience and admire the beautiful handicrafts!

The price of the Uros Island Tour + Taquile + Amantani 2D/1N includes: 

• Transfers to and from your hotel in downtown Puno.
• Boat transfers to and from the Port of Puno.
• Professional bilingual guide (Spanish/English).
• Entrance fees to all tourist sites.
• 1 night in a basic private room inside a local family's home (Community-based tourism – see video). Accommodation in Amantaní is assigned randomly through a rotation system, so you may stay in homes with either private or shared bathrooms (usually without a shower). If the bathroom is shared, it will be only with other tourists. This system ensures a fair distribution among local families, allowing everyone to benefit from tourism.
• Cultural celebrations in Amantaní.
• Meals (4):
  • Day 1: Traditional lunch at a local family’s home (drinks not included), traditional dinner at a local family’s home (drinks not included).
  • Day 2: Traditional breakfast at a local family’s home, traditional lunch at a local family’s home (drinks not included).
  • Vegan options available upon request.

The price of the Uros Island Tour + Taquile + Amantani 2D/1N does not include: 

• Tips
• Local reed boat ride (optional, approx. S/10.00 - S/20.00)
• Wi-Fi. Depending on the house where you stay, only some offer internet service. The signal from local operators does not cover the entire island, so availability will depend on your provider.
• Beverages
• Heating or air conditioning.

What to bring for the Uros Island Tour + Taquile + Amantani 2D/1N?

• Comfortable walking shoes
• Hat, gloves, sunglasses, sunscreen, and insect repellent
• Rain gear (especially from October to March)
• A backpack with essentials for the two-day trip. Keep in mind that you will have to carry your own backpack during the walk from the island’s port to your host family's home. We recommend leaving excess luggage at your hotel in Puno.
• Passport or ID card
• Travel insurance is recommended
• Cash (local currency). Most families in the area sell handicrafts, and if you wish to purchase a souvenir, they only accept cash.
• Lightweight clothing and warm clothing for the night (temperatures change quickly)
• Flashlight
• Water bottle (also available for purchase on the islands)
• Wet wipes for personal hygiene

What considerations you should have when taking Taquile and Uros Full Day Tour:

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.
• Seating arrangement on the transport: It is random, based on the order of arrival and pickup.
• Pickup and Schedule: One day before the shared tour, you will be assigned a pickup time range and an approximate return time. It's important to be punctual to avoid delaying others. The duration of the tour may vary depending on the group's pace and traffic, so the return time is only approximate. Please remember that neither traffic nor the pace of tourists is the responsibility of Guru Explorers.

Other considerations

• If you suffer from motion sickness, we recommend consulting with your doctor about the possibility of taking medication for dizziness.
• This tour is considered experiential tourism, and we recommend watching the video to understand the accommodations before booking.
• 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.
• Sometimes the islanders can offer you transportation on the island with a motorcycle, please require a safety helmet and consider that traveling by motorcycle without a safety helmet is your responsibility. This activity is not the responsibility of Guru Explorers.

Not allowed:

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

Not recommended for:

• People in wheelchairs.

Cancellation Policies for the Taquile and Uros Full Day Tour:

• Within 3 days or less in advance, there will be no refund.
• Between 4 and 7 days of notification, 70% is refunded.
• More than 7 days, 90% is refunded.

Date changes:

• Rates applied for change of date in group tours: 
  • There will be no extra charge if you notify more than 5 days in advance.
  • If notified between 3 and 5 days in advance, an additional charge of 20% will apply.
  • If you notify within 2 days or less in advance, it will not be possible to make the change and it will not be subject to a refund.
• Subject to availability.
• There will be no refund in case of delayed flights, train delays, bad weather or other external factors.

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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!

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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.

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¿Qué ropa es recomendable llevar a la Isla Uros?

Llevar de día ropa ligera, pero de noche es mejor tener a disposición una casaca o chaqueta ya que desciende la temperatura. También recomendamos llevar calzado deportivo y ropa térmica.

¿En qué temporada es mejor visitar la Isla Uros?

Entre abril y mayo es la mejor época para visitar Colca, ya que es cuando se registra una menor cantidad de lluvias y las condiciones meteorológicas son más favorables.

¿Cómo es la comida en la Isla Uros?

Puedes encontrar muchas opciones de comidas en Colca, aunque en su mayoría cuentan con mucho condimento y picantes. También es posible encontrar platillos vegetarianos tradicionales.

¿Cuántos días es recomendable hacer el viaje a la Isla Uros?

Para conocer todas las atracciones de Colca, recomendamos hacer un viaje de dos días. En este tour podrás encontrar todas las excursiones que necesitas para una experiencia completa y agradable.