Uros and Taquile Islands on New and Comfortable SpeedBoat
Description
Ready for an unforgettable adventure on Lake Titicaca? Hop aboard a fast, comfortable boat for a 1 day tour to the Uros floating islands and the stunning Taquile Island. Start your day by 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. After that, you’ll head to Taquile Island, known for its rich culture, breathtaking panoramic views, and car-free streets. As you explore, you’ll learn about the island’s famous weaving traditions and take in the incredible surroundings. Our all-inclusive tour has everything covered – from transfers and entrance fees to a delicious lunch featuring fresh trout or an omelet with quinoa soup, plus refreshing Coca or Muña tea. A knowledgeable guide will be with you every step of the way, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience. Don’t miss out on this perfect blend of culture, stunning landscapes, and pure relaxation on one of the world’s most beautiful lakes
Tour Options
Itinerary
Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world, is nothing short of mesmerizing. As you cruise its shimmering waters, you'll be surrounded by vast, sweeping landscapes—mountainous shores, tranquil waters, and a deep blue sky. It’s an experience that feels otherworldly, and it sets the perfect stage for a day of adventure. Lake Titicaca, located between Peru and Bolivia, is the highest navigable lake in the world. You'll go onboard in a boat equipped with bus-style seats, a toilet, and an upper floor perfect for taking pictures.
Ready for an unforgettable adventure? 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 unique 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 oldest and most cherished craft traditions. Here, men, women, and children work together to create intricate textiles, each piece a testament to their rich cultural heritage. During your visit, enjoy a leisurely stroll around the island, soaking in its natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere. Embark on a brief trek from Taquile Port to the main square, a scenic uphill journey that takes approximately 30-40 minutes. As you make your way to the Plaza, you'll be rewarded with stunning panoramic views of the entire island and the captivating expanse of Lake Titicaca. After exploring, indulge in a delicious local lunch. You will have the choice of fresh trout or omelet, both accompanied by a quinoa soup + a cup of traditional Coca or Muña tea, known for its refreshing and invigorating properties. Once you've recharged, head back to Puno with a full heart and a camera full of memories—this trip will be one you'll never forget.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Between 6.55am to 7.15am; according to your hotel we will give you an exact time
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(265)
We had great tour of Lake Titicaca, including Uros Floating Islands and Taquile Island. Our guide Samuel was awesome, sharing knowledge and history of the area. Also really enjoyed the lunch that was organised at Taquile Island, very tasty! Would definitely recommend 😄
We didn’t do the entire tour as written, but joined this tour partway in. We were staying on the Uros Islands (which was fantastic and I’d highly recommend). The host took us to a smaller island in his community where they explained how the islands are made of reeds and allowed us to take pictures in traditional clothing. That part was great. They sold us various souvenirs and offered to take us on a ride in the “Mercedes Benz” for 15 soles per person. We didn’t feel like it. Then our host took us to a bigger, more commercialized island where we met up with this speed boat tour. The boat ride to Taquile was a solid 2 hours, we sat on the top deck which was sunny and very windy but beats being trapped inside ( I get seasick). When we got to the island of Taquile we were offered either a short walk or a long walk. 30 min or 1 hour uphill, ending up in the main square regardless. We chose the short walk and it was less than 30 min. The main square had some shops and a place where you could get your passport stamped for 2 soles. There was some traditional dancing and they had the tourists join in, that was fun. We were promised 3 activities and didn’t really see any of them. We walked past the agriculture and could by the stuff that they’d weaved. The “museum” was pretty lame and the Catholic church was closed. Then we were rushed to lunch in someone’s house (Julia). Bottled water or sodas were extra. The included food was a tea, quinoa vegetable soup, fish, and potatoes. You could also get an omelette instead. I am 99% sure the soup or tea made my husband very sick (I didn’t eat/drink it and was fine). I would be extra cautious of liquids on this island, no idea if they’re treating water. Then we walked back to the boat for another 2 hours back. Overall, I only liked the Uros islands part. The rest felt like a long boat ride (over 4 hours total) for a lunch that was mediocre at best and then made my husband super sick. If I were to do the trip again, I’d just stay on the Uros Islands.
Thank you for your detailed review and for highlighting what you enjoyed on the Uros Islands! Just a quick note on the reed boat ride: this is a completely optional experience of about 10 minutes. Some guests love it, others prefer to skip it — there's no obligation at all. We're sorry to hear your husband felt unwell. However, we'd like to respectfully clarify that we haven't received any similar complaints from other passengers on this tour from that day. Taquile Island has a community water treatment plant, and the muña herbal tea is made with boiling water and pre-washed leaves — much like coca tea, it's a traditional Andean remedy used for digestion and altitude. On the lunch: cold drinks are indeed not included, but the meal covers soup, a main dish, and the herbal tea. Most of our travelers actually consider the Taquile lunch one of the best parts of the tour, particularly the fresh lake trout straight from Lake Titicaca. The uphill walk to the Plaza de Armas also has a reward at the top — a great viewpoint where on clear days you can see the Bolivian mountains across the lake. Finally, regarding travel time: our speedboat covers Uros to Taquile in about 1 hour 40 minutes, and the return to Puno takes around 2 hours. On a regular boat, the same route would take 2 hours 40 minutes each way — so the speedboat saves you nearly 2 hours overall. We hope your husband has fully recovered and that you both look back fondly on the Uros experience. Thank you again for your feedback!
Was a very good day lead by Samuel who was our first class guide. Be ready to buy something on Uros Island. The walk on Taquile was long and arduous. But the lunch was terrific.
A great days experience. Really showed the inhabitants of Lake Tittikaka off well.
A very good tour, the guide Samuel very attentive.
We went in the fall, in early April and the weather could not be better! The guide really cares about passing information about the culture of both floating islands and natural islands. The landscape is incredibly beautiful and the culture truly preserved. I highly recommend.
Titicaca travel Peru and Kontic tour were excellent service providers. The guide enriched the tour by sharing his knowledge. There was a dance presentation. The island of Taquile is beautiful. Very valuable experience.
Great guide, with an engaging tour of the Uros Islands, their unique culture, and Taquile Island.
Excellent day out. Went to floating Islands which was very interesting and then onto Taquile which was beautiful. The guide , Samuel, was excellent and provided loads of information. Lunch on the island also very good. Would highly recommend
Our guide Sam made this trip for us. He took great care of us from start to finish and nothing was too much trouble. The trip itself was enjoyable and Sam explained about the life of the people in the Islands, sharing so much local knowledge during the day.
