From Puno: Floating Islands of the Uros Half-Day Tour
Puno Region, Peru
Travel to the mystical floating town of the indigenous Uros people and learn about their unique culture and traditions on a half-day guided tour.
Uros Floating Islands Tour on Lake Titicaca
This half-day guided tour from Puno visits the unique floating islands inhabited by the Uros people on Lake Titicaca, suitable for cultural and nature enthusiasts.
Highlights
- Visit the floating islands of the Uros people on Lake Titicaca
- Learn about a culture dating back to pre-Inca times
- Discover how totora aquatic plants build the islands' surfaces
- Enjoy views of Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world
Description
Start with a boat transfer from Puno’s main port to the floating islands on Lake Titicaca, home to around 2,000 Uros inhabitants. Observe the 80 islands constructed from totora, an aquatic plant that grows on the lake’s surface.
Learn the traditional techniques used to weave and layer totora to create the islands, houses, and products essential to Uros life and cuisine. Optionally, take a ride on a traditional 'Balsa de Totora,' a boat also made from this aquatic plant.
Includes
- Boat transfer
- Entrance to the Uros islands
- Bilingual English and Spanish tour guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from Puno city center (if selected)
Excludes
- Food and drinks
- Fee for riding the traditional reed boat
Important Information
- The tour operates rain or shine
- Reed boat ride ticket (Balda de Totora) costs 15 Soles per person, payable on site directly to the Uros
Easy Cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.
Book in advance and bring sun protection, comfortable shoes, and a camera. Early morning departures offer calmer waters and fewer crowds.
