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Kayak out to Uros Island on your own (1h paddle) and get a closer look at the floating islands. You’ll glide through the “water streets,” with the soft splash of the paddle, the scent of fresh totora reeds, and wide views across Lake Titicaca. From the water, you’ll also stop for an overlook of Uros to take it all in.
Then it’s on to Amantani Island, where you’ll meet local families and head to their houses to share a simple, welcoming Andean experience. Daily life here moves at a slower pace, shaped by the lake and the land. Later, you’ll hike up to the top of Amantani Island to watch the sunset over Lake Titicaca, followed by dinner with locals.
After spending the night on Amantani (a great spot for stargazing), on second day you will be in Taquile island best known for their textiles and their famous stones arches.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We can pick up travelers if they are staying in a hotel close to the Plaza Mayor de Puno
What to expect
After exploring Uros, you'll meet the families who've built their homes entirely from bundled reeds. They'll show you how the islands stay afloat and share stories passed down through generations of living on the water. Then you'll board a motor boat to Amantani Island, leaving the tourist routes behind for a 2.5h crossing. On Amantani, a local family welcomes you into their home for the night. You'll share meals cooked over wood fires—potatoes and quinoa grown on the island's terraced slopes. Help with evening chores if you'd like, or simply sit and watch the sun drop behind the western peaks. At this altitude, with no light pollution, the stars come out sharp and bright.
The second day takes you to Taquile, where stone pathways zigzag down from the main plaza to the harbor. Locals in traditional dress shows textiles they've woven themselves. You'll return to Puno around 3:30pm
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Families will give you 3 clean blankets for sleeping, however you can request more to the families if you feel cold at night.
- Toilets are basic and there are not showers on Amantani
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Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Families will give you 3 clean blankets for sleeping, however you can request more to the families if you feel cold at night.
- Toilets are basic and there are not showers on Amantani
- We recommend take with you: A light 2D1N pack to carry your things;
- Money for snacks, souvenirs in Peruvian Soles
- Hat, sunscreen and sunglasses
- Trekking shoes – Hiking shoes (if possible)
- 01 Change of clothes
- During winter season May – July, we recommend to take with you warm clothes during night and light clothes during day; the normal temperature is:
- Optional: if you want, you can take some fruits to the families for sharing.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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