Half Day Tour in Sillustani
Description
The archaeological complex of Sillustani (FUNERAL TOWERS) is located at the high plateau surrounded by a magical lagoon called Umayo of stunning beauty in the western city of Puno. Sillustani is one of the most important necropolis in the Andean world known for its gigantic funerary towers "CHULLPAS". The famous Chullpas are towers constructed in stone that were used by diverse cultures, among them the collas and later by the Incas. The chullpa of the Lizard stands out for being the highest of site, reaching more than 12 meters of height. In the vicinity you can see some waru waru, which are artificial earth mounds designed to protect crops against frosts and floods. With luck in Sillustani you can also observe wild pigs of the Indies, birds like flamingos and other wild animals of the high Andes.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Pick up from your hotel will be at 2:00pm with out private bus. It will take approximately 45 minutes to get to the archaeological site of Sillustani. Here, you will see Incan and Pre-Incan funerary tombs. After you will also visit Umayo Lagoon before returning to Puno. You will be returning to Puno at approximately 5:30pm.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We offer complimentary hotel transfers to our guests who are staying in hotels or airbnb (within the centre of Puno). If you outside the centre of city, we can extend the service to you at an additional cost of 25 Soles each way.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(30)
Excellent half-term tour! The guide Alejandro made all the difference with his sympathy and knowledge. The route is great, passing through the Puma Mirador, visiting a local family and ending in the impressive ruins of Sillustani. The archaeological site is next to a wonderful lake, which brings a unique atmosphere of peace to the place. I highly recommend!
Muito obrigado, Edenilson, por compartilhar sua experiência conosco! Ficamos muito felizes em saber que você aproveitou o passeio a Sillustani e que Alejandro tornou a visita ainda mais especial com seu conhecimento e simpatia. A combinação da cultura local, da história e das belas paisagens ao redor da lagoa realmente cria uma experiência única. Agradecemos pela sua recomendação e esperamos recebê-lo novamente em uma futura aventura pelo Peru. Atenciosamente, Equipe Planet Odysseys
Bit of a rocky start as we were picked up on foot and then stood awkwardly on a corner for about 20 mins or more waiting to be picked up on a big bus - however the tour itself was really fun and super informative: we had an excellent guide who was full of info and gave a really thorough tour of the site.
Dear Aifric, Thank you very much for sharing your experience with us. First of all, we truly appreciate your observation regarding the beginning of the tour. We understand that waiting during the transfer coordination may have felt a little uncomfortable, and we will certainly take your comments into account as we continue improving the organization and communication of our pickups. At the same time, we are very happy to know that you enjoyed the Sillustani experience itself and that our guide helped make the visit informative and enjoyable. Sillustani is such a fascinating archaeological site, and it is always rewarding to know our travelers could connect with its history and atmosphere through the explanations provided during the tour. Thank you once again for choosing Planet Odysseys during your time in Puno. We truly appreciate both your kind words and your honest feedback. Warm regards, Planet Odysseys Team
Excellent tour meet all punctuality, the guide was very friendly, I went just offered to take pictures
¡Muchas gracias por compartir su experiencia con Planet Odysseys! Nos alegra muchísimo saber que disfrutó de nuestro Half Day Tour en Sillustani y que quedó satisfecho con la puntualidad y la atención brindada durante el recorrido. Nuestro equipo y guías siempre buscan ofrecer una experiencia cálida y personalizada, por lo que nos alegra saber que el guía incluso le ayudó tomándole fotos durante el tour. Fue un placer acompañarlo en esta experiencia y esperamos poder recibirlo nuevamente muy pronto en otra aventura por Perú. Saludos cordiales, Planet Odysseys
Overall, the trip was very informative. Our group was bilingual so the group did the tour in Spanish in English. There are two things that I didn’t like. The first is that the tour went two hours past the time that it said that it was going to end, which made me late forother plans that I have that evening. The second is that when it started raining the tour guide ran off and left us behind. I wish that he would’ve waited for us.
Dear Keiarra, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are glad to hear that you found the tour informative and that the bilingual format allowed everyone in the group to follow the experience. At the same time, we sincerely apologize for the delay at the end of the tour and understand how this affected your evening plans. We also truly appreciate you letting us know that the guide did not meet your expectations during the rain. Your comments are very important to us, and we will review this situation internally and take the appropriate actions. Thank you again for helping us improve our service at Lake Titicaca. Warm regards, Miluska Planet Odysseys
Tour was very good and guide was knowledgeable and very helpful with my friend who was having some difficulties walking the steps.
This trip exceeded our expectations. Our guide spoke good English, was well informed and enthusiastic and provide lot of additional stories about the life of local people. We had a couple of small but interesting, genuine and engaging stops, especially a visit of a local farmer where we learned about their daily life, diet, and crop treatment (note the best prices for hand made souvenirs). The final stop at Silusstani and the visit of impressive burial towers (chullpas) is an absolute MUST when touring Puno. This is a treat for those interested to learn more about pre-Inca and Inca civilizations and those who would appreciate a stunning landscape for photographs. Absolutely worth it.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!. We are delighted to hear that the tour exceeded your expectations and that you enjoyed the stories, authentic stops, and the visit to the local farmer. It’s great to know that Sillustani and its impressive chullpas left such a strong impression on you. We truly appreciate your kind words and recommendation. We hope to welcome you back soon for more unforgettable experiences in Peru!
This tour wasamazing!The views of the Sillustani tombs and Lake Umayo were stunning.Our guide was knowledgeable and made the history comealive. Everything was well organised - I highly recommen Planet Odysseys!
Great tour! Super picked up on time, Roberto is a very nice guide and explained a lot to us. The Sillustani Tour is really impressive and highly recommended!
Great tour, worth doing if you’ve got a spare half day whilst in Puno. Guide was great and very informative. You visit a traditional house first which was fabulous
I visited Sillustani for half a day, and it was amazing. The pre-Inca chullpas and Lake Umayo are breathtaking. Our guide shared fascinating insights about the history and culture of the area. The tour was well-organized. I highly recommend it to anyone traveling to Puno. Don't forget sunscreen and water
Thank you for your excellent review! We are glad to know that your experience at Sillustani was so positive. Your recommendation is very valuable to us and to other travelers looking to discover the beauty of Puno.
