Puno: Kayak on Lake Titicaca and Uros Cultural Encounter

Highlights

• Kayak across Lake Titicaca toward the floating Uros Islands.
• Meet local residents and learn about their traditional way of life.
• Discover how the Uros Islands are built and maintained with totora.
• Enjoy an active morning experience on the waters of Lake Titicaca.
• Learn about Uros traditions and their connection to the lake.

Description

Start your morning in Puno with an experience that combines kayaking on Lake Titicaca with a cultural encounter at the traditional floating islands of the Uros. The experience begins with pickup from your hotel in central Puno at approximately 7:00 AM. From there, you will travel to the area of Esteves Island, where your professional bilingual guide will introduce you to the activity and explain how to properly use the kayaking equipment. Once prepared, you will begin an approximately 1-hour kayak journey across the waters of Lake Titicaca. During the paddle, enjoy views of the lake and its surrounding landscapes as you make your way toward the floating islands of the Uros. When you arrive at the islands, you will meet local residents and learn about their traditional way of life. Discover how the islands are built and maintained using totora reeds, a plant that plays an important role in the community's daily life and traditions. During the cultural visit, learn more about the history, customs, and traditions of the Uros people while seeing firsthand how life takes place on these floating islands. This part of the experience gives you an opportunity to connect with the local community and better understand their relationship with Lake Titicaca. After the visit, you will begin your return journey to Puno. The activity is scheduled to finish at approximately 10:00 AM. No previous kayaking experience is required. Before starting the paddle, you will receive basic instructions and use professional kayaking equipment. A support boat and support equipment will also be available during the activity.

Includes

Hotel pickup and drop-off in central Puno. Kayaking briefing and instructions. Professional kayaking equipment. Support boat and safety equipment. Professional bilingual guide (Spanish and English). Entrance fee to the Uros Islands.

Excludes

Anything not mentioned in the tour. Tips.

Important Information

• Pickup is available only from hotels located in central Puno. Please be ready at your hotel reception a few minutes before 7:00 AM. The activity begins in the Esteves Island area, where you will receive a brief explanation of how to use the kayak and safety equipment before starting the paddle. No previous kayaking experience is required. The activity includes approximately 1 hour of kayaking to the floating Uros Islands and is carried out with the support of a boat. The activity is scheduled to finish at approximately 10:00 AM. Bring warm clothing and a change of clothes, as you may get wet during the activity.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund