Discover the Magic of the Floating Islands of Uros
Embark on an unforgettable adventure to the Floating Islands of the Uros, a hidden treasure in the bay of Puno, just 20 to 30 minutes by boat from the port of Puno. This exclusive tour of approximately 3 hours immerses you in the life and traditions of one of the most ancient ethnic groups of the Andean highlands.
The islands, a marvel of natural engineering, are built entirely of Totora, an aquatic plant essential to the existence of the Uros. From their floating homes to their boats, Totora is the core of their culture, used not only for construction but also as a source of food and fuel. The ancestral technique for creating these islands consists of joining large blocks of Totora roots, whose porosity and the gases generated by their decomposition allow them to float. These structures are carefully anchored and require constant maintenance, replacing the top layer of Totora every 20 days to preserve their buoyancy and habitability.
By visiting the Floating Islands of the Uros, you will not only witness an extraordinary way of life that has endured through the centuries, but you will also participate in an authentic cultural experience. Learn firsthand how the Uros harmonize with their natural environment, keeping alive their traditions of fishing and bird hunting, and how they have adapted their ancestral practices to coexist in perfect balance with Lake Titicaca.
Hotels in downtown Puno
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Take an excursion to the floating islands of the Uros in Lake Titicaca and learn about the customs, dances, experiences and weavings of the Uros. Take the best photos and videos of these imposing figures. Travel by boat and enjoy the scenery.
9:00 AM approx. Transfer from the hotel to the lake port of Puno, to board a motor boat where we will travel to the floating island of the Uros where we will visit for 45 minutes. We will have a friendly guide in English and Spanish from the departure point who will introduce us to the life of the inhabitants.
The Uros are a very old native community, formed by more than 40 islands, which are built with totora reeds by its own inhabitants, the same are used for the construction of their homes, boats (rafts), fuel and as food for human consumption. In this excursion we visit 2 or 3 islands during 30 minutes each one (with the option of doing the tour in the typical Totora reed boats). Arrival in Puno at 12:30 pm approx. and return to the hotel.
