Full Day Uros Floating Islands, Amantani & Llachon tour

Enjoy views like no other on each island
A local guide will teach you about the history and culture of each island
Enjoy the company of the local communities nestled in each island

Enjoy a very special experience, with a boat trip on Lake Titicaca, and a guided tour of some incredible islands and their communities. The Uros Floating Islands are famous for their unique construction, made of a locally growing reed, and are constantly maintained by the islands’ inhabitants. More remote, the island of Amantani and Llachon, and just waiting for you to discover it! Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about a way of life and culture completely different to you own.

AVAILABILITY

All year round

DURATION

1 day

START LOCATION

Puno hotel and hostel pick up

END LOCATION

Puno hotel and hostel drop off

OPERATOR NAME

KOLLASUYO TRAVEL

Start time

07:40

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

07:40 – 09:00

Climb aboard the boat, and head out to the inhabited Floating Islands of the Uros for a guided tour. Discover how the Uros people make their home islands entirely from the lake reeds which grow in Titicaca, the totora reed. See how the small community of people live and forge a subsistent lifestyle on these floating islands in the middle of Lake Titicaca!

09:30 – 11:00

Following your visit of Uros, hop back on the speed boat and ride out to the Island of Amantani. Sunbathe on the top deck, snap some photos of your magnificent surroundings, or simply watch the world go by on the world’s highest navigable lake!

11:00 – 12:30

Let the guided tour of Amantani Island take you on a journey, as you learn the traditional history, lifestyle and cultures of the island community who call this place home.

12:30 - 13:00

Boat across to the Llachon Peninsula

13:00 - 13:00

Lunch in the shore-side village of Llachon (included).
Witness the seasonal activities of this rural community. Free time to enjoy one of the most picturesque locations on Lake Titicaca.

15:00
Return boat to Puno

16:30
Arrive into Puno, be taken back to your hotel or hostel.

TOUR TICKETS (MAY VARY BY DATE)

TOUR ITINERARY

Day / Time Description 07:15- 07:30

Pick up from hostels/hotels

07:40

Departure from Puno's port to Uros Island

09:30 - 11:00

Speed Boat ride out to the Island of Amantani

11:00 - 12:30

Guided tour of Amantani Island

12:30 - 13:00

Boat across to the Llachon Peninsula

13:00 - 15:00

Lunch in Llachón and free time

15:00 - 16:30

Return to Puno

INCLUDED

- Hotel/hostel pick up and drop off
- Boat transport
- English and Spanish speaking guide
- Uros and Amantani island entrance ticket
- Lunch in Llachón (a freshly caught and cooked trout for lunch / omelette for vegetarians)

NOT INCLUDED

- “Kuntiki” or reed boat ride in the Uros (costs an extra 10 soles) – this is strictly optional

RECOMMENDED

- Bring your own water, as prices for even a small water or soda are quite expensive
- Sunblock
- Hat

CANCELLATION POLICY

Cancellation or changes of this tour:

CHANGES: Any changes to the tour date need to be done before 6:00 pm (Lima time) the day before the tour begins.

NO SHOWS & CANCELLATIONS: If you cancel before 6:00 pm (Lima time) the day before the tour begins or earlier a 10% administration fee will apply (+ the card fee). After this time, there is a 100% no show or cancellation fee.

You must email bookings@findlocaltrips.com (include the name of the tour and the reservation number) to cancel this tour or to make any changes.