From Puno: Full-Day Uros Taquile Sillustani Tour

Bolivia



Visit the wonders of Puno with a captivating full-day tour to the enchanting Uros Floating Islands, the pristine natural beauty of Taquile Island, and the historical Inca cemetery of Sillustani.

Overview

This full-day tour from Puno explores Lake Titicaca’s Uros Floating Islands, Taquile Island, and the Sillustani archaeological site, suitable for travelers in good physical condition.

Highlights

  • Visit Lake Titicaca and the Uros Floating Islands
  • Tour the Sillustani chullpas—Inca and pre-Inca tombs
  • Lunch at Taquile Island featuring fresh trout
  • Explore Taquile’s cultural traditions and textile craftsmanship

Description

The tour starts with a hotel pickup at around 7am and transfer to Puno port to board a speedboat. You will visit the Uros Floating Islands, where a bilingual guide shares insights about the islanders’ daily lives.

Next, enjoy a 1 hour and 15 minute boat ride to Taquile Island. Upon arrival, take a 30-minute walk to a local restaurant for lunch featuring fresh trout or an omelet. After lunch, explore the island independently and later gather at the parade ground to learn about Taquileño textile traditions.

At approximately 2:30pm, return by boat to Puno. Immediately afterward, travel by land to Sillustani to explore the ancient chullpas and the surrounding Umayo Lagoon scenery.

Includes

  • Hotel to port transfers and return
  • Entrance fees to all attractions
  • English and Spanish-speaking guide
  • Motor boat transport on Lake Titicaca
  • Ground transportation to Sillustani
  • Lunch on Taquile Island

Excludes

  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Optional reed boat ride on Uros Islands (20 Soles per person)

Important Information

  • Good physical condition is required due to walking involved

Cancellation Policy

Full refund available for cancellations made up to 24 hours in advance.

Booking Advice

Book in advance to secure availability. Bring sun protection, comfortable walking shoes, and layered clothing to adapt to weather changes. The best time to visit is during the dry season from May to October for clearer skies and calmer waters.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes visits to the Uros Floating Islands, Taquile Island, and the Sillustani ruins near Puno, Peru.
The tour starts with a hotel pick-up in Puno and continues with a transfer to the Puno port.
Travel from Puno to the islands is by speedboat departing from the Puno port on Lake Titicaca.
You will learn about the unique Uros reed islands’ lifestyle, Taquile Island’s local traditions, and ancient burial customs at Sillustani chullpas.
Yes, the tour includes a trout lunch served at the port on Taquile Island.
Yes, Sillustani is accessible from Puno, but the full-day tour combines it with visits to Uros and Taquile islands for a comprehensive experience.
Tours run year-round; check the tour provider’s website for current availability and seasonal considerations.
The Uros Floating Islands are man-made, constructed from totora reeds by the local Uros people.
The tour typically lasts the entire day, with early morning pick-up around 7am and return in the late afternoon.
It’s recommended to bring sun protection, comfortable walking shoes, and a camera for the outdoor and cultural sites visited.

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