Tour Uros Taquile by normal Boat
Description
Ready for an unforgettable adventure on Lake Titicaca? Hop aboard a comfortable boat for a 1-day trip to the Uros and Taquile Island. Start your day cruising to Uros, where you'll meet locals living on man-made islands made of reeds. It’s a fascinating glimpse into their unique way of life. Afterward, head to Taquile, known for its breathtaking panoramic views, rich culture, and car-free streets. As you explore, you'll learn about the island's famous weaving traditions and enjoy the incredible surroundings. This all-inclusive tour covers everything: transfers, entrance fees, and a delicious lunch featuring fresh trout or an omelet with quinoa soup, complemented by Coca tea. A knowledgeable guide will ensure a enjoyable experience. The journey offers cultural immersion, sustainable tourism, hiking opportunities, and a deeper connection with the island communities. Don’t miss out on this perfect blend of culture, stunning landscapes, and pure relaxation on Lake Titicaca
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This tour will take you on a breathtaking journey across the highest navigable lake in the world in a comfortable boat equipped with bus-type seats, panoramic windows an onboard bathroom, ensuring a relaxing and scenic experience. As you glide across the serene blue waters of Lake Titicaca, you'll be captivated by the stunning Andean landscapes. Throughout the journey, you'll have the chance to relax and take in the magnificent scenery, capturing stunning photographs of the lake, its islands, and the surrounding mountain ranges.
Head to the Floating Islands of Lake Titicaca, where you’ll step onto islands made entirely of totora reeds. Imagine walking on soft, woven reeds beneath your feet as you explore these islands. You’ll meet the Uros people, who’ve been living on these floating islands for centuries, and get an insider look at how they build and maintain their homes. They’ll share stories about their daily lives, traditions, and how they’ve adapted to life on the lake. For an extra adventure, hop on a traditional reed boat made from the same reeds as the islands. Glide across the glimmering waters of Lake Titicaca for an experience that’ll leave you with unforgettable memories. (Note: the reed boat ride is optional and costs 20 soles per person, payable on-site.)
Taquile’s textile art, recognized by UNESCO, is one of Peru’s most ancient and treasured crafts. Here, the entire community—men, women, and children—work together to produce intricate textiles, each piece reflecting their deep cultural roots. Take a leisurely walk around the island, letting its natural beauty and peaceful ambiance captivate you. Embark on a short hike from Taquile Port to the main square, a scenic uphill route that takes around 30-40 minutes. As you ascend, you'll be rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views of the island and the vast expanse of Lake Titicaca. After your exploration, treat yourself to a traditional lunch. Choose from fresh trout or an omelet, both served with quinoa soup and a cup of refreshing Coca or Muña tea, known for its revitalizing effects. Refreshed and content, make your way back to Puno, carrying unforgettable memories and plenty of photos to cherish. This trip will surely stay with you.
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Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(26)
We loved our boat ride to Uros islands, the natives were happy to welcome us into their homes and teach us about their way of living. We were able to travel to multiple reed islands— a truly unique and once in a life time chance to experience their culture. We then traveled to the island of Tequile which was our favorite part and boasted some of the most breathtaking views we have seen in Peru. We were given demonstrations of dancing, shampoo making, etc. and provided with a delicious traditional meal of the island. We cannot recommend this experience enough!
I rate this experience as an average but not by the fault of the company but by the whole concept of visiting lago Titikaka. Our tour guide(Samuel) was great, funny and very helpful. The tour was exactly as we expected and it will deliver all its promises. Unfortunately the experience seems more like visiting a circus not a natural reserve. People are simulating how they live and it all seems to us bit forced. If you like this kind of attraction you will enjoy it unfortunately we are not really into big group tours and those kind of simulation. We knew what we were getting into so we were not disappointed and the company does a decent job and our guide did great. So if you will be visiting lago I can recommend this company.
Thank you for your thoughtful review. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience, and we are especially proud to hear that our guide, Samuel, did a great job and that you found our company's service to be exactly as promised. Regarding your comments about the experience feeling like a 'circus' or 'simulation,' we'd like to offer a local perspective. The Uros people have a tradition of living on these floating islands that stretches back over 500 years. While they now have access to modern life in the city, they choose to remain on the islands out of a deep and powerful sense of cultural identity. What may come across as a performance is their way of proudly sharing this unique, living heritage with others. You also mentioned not being fond of large group tours, which is a preference we completely understand. We do offer other tour types for those seeking a different experience, including fully private tours with a private boat and guide, or the option of a shared boat with a private guide to personalize the journey. Your recommendation of our company means a great deal to us. We are sorry that the concept of the Titicaca tour wasn't to your personal taste, but we are very glad you chose to travel with us and that we delivered on our promises. Thank you again for your valuable feedback.
The tour to Uros with Incalake was great. Very punctual and the guide super friendly. The boat ride on the lake is the best, what a view. The islands themselves are interesting, but feel somewhat touristy. Still, people are friendly and it's curious to see how they live. Highly recommended. Uros is a once-in-a-lifetime experience you're the age you are
Had a brilliant day. Thank you Samuel for looking after us so well and being very informative. Highly recommend Inca Lakes for a tour.
Taquile Island is spectacular, the visit to the Uros can be much better (culturally, identity and respectfully). The handling of the tour was fine, but I don't know felt particular. They talk about speedboat, but it's not. Cash must be brought in.
This is the standard tourist boat trip with 30 or so other people to visit a floating island and then go to Taquile. It's very touristy. The guide flips from Spanish to English. The microphone on our boat wasn't working properly so every third syllable was lost. The Uros part felt part performance/part zoo - but I guess it's the one way for the traditions to survive. I wish i had booked it through my hotel, since I am sure the experience would have been exactly the same but it would have been half the price. Don't feel the need to secure your seat with Viator. There are dozens of boats doing this trip every day.
Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We’re sorry to hear that your experience didn’t fully meet your expectations. We understand that group tours can sometimes feel very touristy, and we strive to make every journey as enjoyable as possible. We regret the issues with the microphone on board; we’ll ensure this is addressed to improve communication for future travelers. We appreciate your comments and are always looking for ways to enhance the experience for our guests. Thank you again for your valuable insights, and we hope to have the opportunity to serve you better in the future.
An interesting day out on the lake Uros floating islands need to be seen The second island has a steep walk up hill but great views and a tasty traditional lunch Trip was blessed by great weather and our guide Samuel was very knowledgeable
Very interesting tour. Samuel was a good guide. Very informative and easy to understand in English and Spanish. We enjoyed the Uros islands. Boat trip was comfortable and lunch was very good.
Good trip overall - Nice boattrip - Nice guides and super good food! I Would bring swimsuit next time and jump in from Taquile Islands! My guide who spoke english was very kind. Thank you to my guide Samuel whi was very attentive and informative 🙏🏻 I could have skipped the reeds boattrip on uros Island thou…. Would rather have wanted to learn more about the culture and Daily living…. But overall I do recommend this trip :)
Samuel and Giovanni were perfect guide… Are usually hate organized tours, but they made the whole thing, fun and informational… The food they served us was really hot point, it’s one of the best meals I had in Peru… I highly recommend using this company…
