Tours/Puno/Private tour to Aramu Muru portal from Puno
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Private tour to Aramu Muru portal from Puno

4.6(10)Puno1 hour
VIATOR4.2(5)TRIPADVISOR5.0(5)

Description

Visit the famous Aramu Muru or Hayu Marca portal, located just 80km from Puno. This incredible site is steeped in history and is an important ritual place for past Andean cultures such as Tiahuanaco, Lupacas, and Incas. As you explore this incredible site, you'll feel a sense of awe and wonder, as though you've stepped back in time to a world that is both mystical and ancient. Many travelers have reported feeling a sensation when they step through the portal, and it's an one in a life time experience that you won't soon forget. Don't miss out on the chance to experience this incredible site for yourself. Take the opportunity to visit the Aramu Muru or Hayu Marca portal while you're in Puno and discover the magic and mystery of this ancient place. Also on the way, you'll visit Inca Uyo with its iconic phallic stones. You’ll also explore the funerary Inca center of Molloco, where the impressive Tombstones, burial structures that hold deep spiritual significance.

Tour Options

Aramu Muru Standard Tour
  • Standard Tour to Aramu Muru: This is our standard tour, you'll visit 3 spots: Temple of Fertilty, Inca Tombs and Aramu Muru. Physical Activity is minimum Pickup included
Trekking around Aramu Muru
  • Add 1h trekking Aramu Muru: On this trekking tour, we'll add a 1h trek around the forest stone surrounding Aramu Muru. Good Physical Condition Required Pickup included

Itinerary

Admission included20 min

Discover the ancient ruins of Inca Uyo, located in the city of Chucuito, a Peruvian fertility temple that dates back to a time long forgotten. You'll be amazed by the unique monoliths, which bear an uncanny resemblance to penises, and learn about their significance to the local culture. The main purpose of the temple was to pay homage to the rains, which were essential for the fertility of the earth. Inca Uyo, measuring 15 meters long and 5 meters wide, was a central site for ancient Andean rituals. The stone phalluses found throughout the site symbolize fertility and the power of nature, reflecting the Andean people's deep reverence for the forces that sustained their agricultural way of life. Inca Uyo offers a fascinating glimpse into the spiritual and cultural practices of the ancient Andean civilizations.

Admission included20 min

You'll also have the opportunity to explore some of the famous Inca tombs, such as the Chullpas de Molloco, which are scattered throughout the area. These impressive stone structures, believed to have been built by the Incas or earlier cultures, were used as tombs for important individuals. The Chullpas are characterized by their tall, cylindrical shape and are constructed using large, carefully fitted stones. These tombs are a testament to the incredible skill and ingenuity of the Inca people, who were able to create such remarkable structures using only basic tools and materials, showcasing their advanced knowledge of engineering and architecture.

Admission included60 min

Discover the mysterious and mystical Aramu Muru or Hayu Marca, one of the most intriguing and enigmatic places in Lake Titicaca. This incredible site is home to an impressive gate that has been carved out of a single, massive stone, and is surrounded by rocky formations that only add to the air of mystery and wonder. As we explore, we’ll walk around the main gate, taking a 20-minute hike to admire the surrounding rock formations up close, adding even more to the sense of awe and intrigue. Many people believe that this site holds great spiritual significance, and it has become a reference point for mystical individuals from all over the world. As you take in the views and energy of the place, you’ll feel as though you've stepped into a different world altogether.

Highlights

Driver/guide
Transport by private vehicle
Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)

What's included

Included
Driver/guide
Transport by private vehicle
Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Not included
Food and drinks
Gratuities

Pickup Locations & Times

Our pick-up service is available for customers staying at downtown hotels in Puno , specifically those situated near Plaza de Armas ️ or within a 500m radius of it .

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Important Information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(10)

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Carlos_I
January 19, 2026
A unique experience and...

A unique and mystical experience very well explained and guided by guide Richard who explained every detail of the tour! We were really pleased!

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Radha_G
July 8, 2025
Nice tour for history buffs

They charged us a little extra as we had requested a certain pick up point. But this was well communicated and agreed upon beforehand. We truly enjoyed the Amara muru portal, but the other two stops felt a little stretched out. Good guide. Very long commute time

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pmnd2
June 7, 2025
Excellent!

It was excellent, the guide was fantastic and did not press anything, all at our pace. The locations were exceptional in particular AramuMuru.

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sticki2024
March 27, 2024
Totally worth doing

100% recommend this tour. I learned so much all along the way, each stop is fascinating in its own right. It is a must do if you are in Puno.

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Nomad23051348751
December 27, 2023
Excellent tour!

Samuel is an amazing guide! He is very friendly, knowledgeable and shares many of the local legends and experiences that made the excursion a very memorable family trip. We highly recommend him and this tour!

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Stephanie_M
September 6, 2023
Very overpriced taxi service

My guide was very friendly and accommodating, and I appreciated his flexibility in pick-up location ( I was picked up beyond the regular pickup route), which is the only reason I am giving this tour 2 Stars. That said, I was very disappointed with the quality of this tour. I felt I had a very expensive taxi service, instead of a cultural tour guide. I was provided very very little cultural information (about as much was written in the description of this tour). I splurged on this tour because I was excited to learn about the history and culture of these sites. My guide had little knowledge of the sites, and even made up information when I asked questions ( for example he told me shelters were made to provide a resting spot for locals, but there were ruin protected by shelter...he clearly had never wakes up to these shelters before. When I asked him about it, he didn’t really say anything. I’ve booked numerous tours while being in Peru… this was the most expensive and far and away the lowest quality. Unless you want an English speaker that will drive you around and don’t really care about the history of the sites, I don’t recommend this tour.

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242francy .
July 18, 2023
Amazing adventure at Amaru Muru

The experience was amazing in particular our guide made it very special not only because of his knowledge of history and legend but also he spoke a perfect English. Also his shamanic ability in front of Amaru Muru with a ceremony empowered us with an energy and magic of the place

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X7536YBandreah
May 24, 2023
Exceptional detail

Loved the conversations with guide and driver about all the local details. Great tour. Nice way to spend the morning.

Operator response

Thank you for sharing your review of the Private tour to Aramu Muru portal from Puno. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the exceptional level of detail provided during the tour. Engaging in conversations with your guide and driver about the local details must have added depth and richness to your experience. It's wonderful to have knowledgeable guides who can provide insights into the cultural and historical aspects of the destination. We're glad to know that you had a great tour and that it was a nice way to spend your morning. Exploring the Aramu Muru portal and immersing yourself in the local surroundings can be a truly fascinating experience.

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Alice S
June 22, 2019
Great guide an excellent experience

Our guide, Samuel, was very knowledgeable of the sites and did a great job of tailoring the experience to our interests. Having a private guide was a great idea and well worth the money. He and a driver picked us up and dropped us off back at the hotel. I highly recommend this tour.

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Anne B
May 18, 2016
This was a very interesting tour...

<p>This was a very interesting tour though it was quite a drive from Puno. My daughter had seen something on a TV show about aliens regarding this site. She loved this tour.</p>

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