Kayaking to Uros Floating Islands at Lake Tititica
Why we love it?
The Kayaking to Uros Floating Islands tour offers a unique opportunity to explore the traditional lifestyle of the Uros people on Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world. Lasting 9 hours and 30 minutes, this experience is ideal for adventurous travelers and nature enthusiasts who enjoy active exploration. Participants will paddle through the serene waters, guided by experienced instructors, while also having the option to use a support motor boat. The itinerary includes visits to the Uros Floating Islands and Taquile Island, where travelers can engage with local culture and enjoy stunning views. Safety is prioritized with guaranteed equipment and a first aid kit provided.
Inclusions
- Round trip transfers from and to your hotel
- Support motor boat
- Guaranteed equipment, with the relevant security measures
- First aid kit
Itinerary
Uros Floating Islands
We will depart from your hotel, until reach the starting point, at the Lake Titicaca shore. We will cross the lake looking the beautiful fauna and flora around. We will pass by the rocky island, and finally we will reach the Uros floating islands. We will visit these incredible totora islands, and learn the community customs and lifestyle. We will return by kayak through the totora islands, and admire the different birds around this place.
Taquile Island
After making the first visit by kayak, we will take a motor boat to go towards Taquile Island. At the arrival, we will have a warm welcome from the community, and you can see their lifestyle, as well as their precious textiles. We will have lunch with the local people, and back to the starting point in Puno, and then transfer to your hotel.
Please Note
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- No public transportation nearby
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Infant seats unavailable
- Not recommended for people with heart conditions
- No experience needed
- This activity is not recommended for children 8 and younger
- Lake Titicaca has an average altitude of 3,800 m.a.s.l., so we recommend prior acclimatization for the excursion.
- Pick up from centrally downtown Puno hotels, or hotels located on the shores of the Lake Titicaca. Pick up is not valid from hotels located far from the city center, such as Hotel Jose Antonio, Hotel El Mirador del Titikaka, B&B Winay Pacha, Taypikala Hotel Lago.
Know Before You Go
- Passport required
Cancellation Policy
Fully refundable until 1 day before start
Non-refundable after 1 day before start
