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Uros Floating Islands Tour from Puno

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Viajera en una isla flotante de los Uros junto a balsas de totora

Balsa tradicional de totora navegando por las islas de los Uros en el lago Titicaca

Tradition and daily life on Lake Titicaca

Travel from Puno’s port to the Uros floating islands, built and maintained with layers of totora reeds in Lake Titicaca Bay. During the visit, learn how local families use this plant to create the island floor, homes and traditional boats.

The experience combines navigation, scenery and a respectful cultural encounter. A bilingual guide accompanies the group and provides context about Uro history, the community’s relationship with the lake and the changes brought by tourism.

Tradition and daily life on Lake Titicaca

Boat and admission included

Bilingual cultural guide

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Responsible cultural tourism

Ask permission before photographing people or private spaces.

Duration: approximately 3 hours 30 minutes

Start: centrally located hotel or arranged point in Puno

Finish: central Puno

Difficulty: easy

Boat ride: approximately 30 minutes each way

Altitude: approximately 3,810 m / 12,500 ft

Languages: Spanish and English

Service: group

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The islands are family homes and workplaces. The island visited is assigned through the local organization and may vary on each departure.

Ask permission before photographing people or private spaces.

Craft purchases and additional activities are voluntary.

Follow instructions for walking safely on the floating totora surface.

Identification document
Water and a light snack
Sunscreen, hat and sunglasses
Warm windproof jacket
Comfortable footwear
Cash in Peruvian soles for optional activities and crafts

How many islands are visited?

Two floating islands are normally visited, although the local organization and navigation conditions may change the route.

Is admission included?

Yes. Regular tourist admission to the Uros Islands is included.

Is the traditional reed boat ride included?

No. It is an optional activity offered by the community and is paid directly in Peruvian soles.

Can I buy local crafts?

Yes. Purchases are completely voluntary and directly support artisan families.

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Lucia Huaman Pantia

2 months ago

The Rainbow Mountain tour exceeded all of our expectations! The entire trip was well organized, with comfortable transportation, a delicious breakfast and lunch, and a friendly, professional guide who made the experience enjoyable from start to finish. The views along the hike were incredible, and reaching the top to see Rainbow Mountain was absolutely worth it. Our guide gave us plenty of time to enjoy the scenery, take photos, and learn about the local culture and the surrounding Andes. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Cusco. Everything was handled perfectly, and it was truly one of the highlights of our trip to Peru. Thank you for such an unforgettable adventure!

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Adrian Garcia

a year ago

Terrible service. We booked a bus with them, but they never came to pick us up at the hotel. They didn't answer any of our calls or messages, and of course, they didn't refund our money. I strongly advise against using this agency.

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Departure, time slot and pickup point are confirmed subject to availability. Navigation depends on safe lake conditions.

Boat and admission included

Bilingual cultural guide

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Uros Islands tour itinerary

Puno — port — Uros floating islands — Puno

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Pickup and transfer to the port

Stop: 25 minutes

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Boat ride across Puno Bay

Stop: 30 minutes

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First floating island

Stop: 60 minutes

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Second island and free time

Stop: 40 minutes

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Return to Puno

Stop: 45 minutes

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