Floating Islands of the Uros
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Visit the Uros Islands on a guided excursion from Puno. Learn about the traditions of the Uros and experience life in this exceptional environment of the Aymara culture.
Highlights
- Discover the Uros Islands, a millenary civilization that lives inside the reeds
- Learn about the traditions of the Uros and experience life in this environment
- Explore the floating islands and interact with the inhabitants of Uros
- Take a short ride on a totora reed raft and learn about the Uros' way of life
- See the Aymara language community that maintains their skills to this day
Description
Visit one of the most important attractions of the Puno Bay of Lake Titicaca on a guided tour of the Uros Islands. Explore the floating islands, learn about the traditions of the Uros, and experience life in this exceptional environment up close.
Meet your guide in Puno and head to the Uros Islands, located 8 km from the city. Visit a millenary civilization that lives inside the reeds or totora reeds, an Aymara language community that maintains to this day their skills such as fishing, hunting birds, and collecting eggs.
See the men who are skilled builders and drivers of totora reed rafts and women who are skilled embroiderers of rugs. Explore the floating islands and learn about the traditions of the Uros.
Experience life in this exceptional environment up close. Interact with the inhabitants of Uros and take a short ride on a totora reed raft.
Includes
Transfer from your hotel (downtown Puno) - to Puno Port (Viceversa).
Entrance ticket to Uros
Normal boat (comfortable seats, life jackets and first aid kit).
Official guide Spanish/English.
Important Information
- Wear comfortable clothes and shoes suitable for walking.
Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect against the sun.
Carry water to stay hydrated.
A camera is recommended to capture the unique scenery and experience.
Be respectful of the Uros community and their environment.
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund