Highlights
- Learn about the fascinating history and daily life of the Uros people
- Have time to explore the island by yourself and visit the families houses
- Discover the famous Uros Floating Reed Islands
- Walk on floating reed islands and witness Lake Titicaca’s unique culture
- Flexible 3-hour tour with morning, midday or afternoon departures available
Description
The Uros floating islands sit about 30 minutes by boat from Puno's port — close enough for a half-day visit, yet a world apart from anything on the mainland. Built entirely from layered totora reeds, these islands have been home to the Uros people for centuries, and visiting them is one of the most distinctive experiences on Lake Titicaca.
We'll pick you up from your hotel in central Puno and head to the port, where you'll board a comfortable motorboat with panoramic windows for the ride out across the lake. As the city fades behind you and the open water stretches toward the Andes on the horizon, your bilingual guide (Spanish/English) will begin sharing the story of how these islands came to exist — and why they're still here.
You'll visit two islands. On the first — the main community island — you'll walk through the families' homes and learn how the islands are built, maintained, and re-layered with fresh reeds. Locals will show you their traditions and daily routines firsthand, and if you'd like, you can dress in traditional Uros clothing for a photo. The second island is a more relaxed stop with wooden lookout platforms offering wide views across Titicaca. Grab a snack, browse handmade crafts, or get your passport stamped with the Uros seal — a small but memorable keepsake.
An optional ride on a traditional totora reed boat is available on the islands for around 20 soles per person, paid directly to the families who built it.
Three departures run daily at 9:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 3:00 PM, each lasting approximately 3 hours. Pick whichever fits your day.
Includes
Guide
Entrances fees
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transportation by motor boat
Excludes
Optional: ride on a small reed boat (S/20 Soles or 5 USD per person) for a 20 minute boat ride approximately
Meals
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
