FLOATING ISLANDSLake Titicaca

2 Days, 1 Night (full day and half day tours also available)

Floating Islands Tour - short description

Not to be missed are the Floating Islands on Lake Titicaca – the world’s highest navigable lake. The islands of Uros, Amantani and Taquile can be visited in two days and one night with the amazing opportunity of a home-stay with a family on the island of Amantani.Learn about the construction techniques of the floating islands and get a glimpse into the amazing culture of the people of Lake Titicaca during this unforgettable two day tour.

If you’re short on time, ask about the full day and half day tours available.

Prices:2 day/1 night: $30Full day: $20Half day: $15

At 7:30am you will be picked up at Bothy Hostel in Puno (clean hostel with pancake breakfast) and driven to the harbor. After a brief introduction to the guide the journey will begin to Uros Island. You will arrive at Uros island after a 1 hour motorboat ride, and there you will get a first hand look at island building techniques and their solar power uses. From Uros you will have the option to take a ride on a traditional totora reed raft to a nearby island (10/s ). After another 2-3 hour motorboat ride you will arrive at the island of Amantani.

Itinerary: Day 1 – Puno to Uros and Amantani Islands

Overnight – Family home-stay, Amantani IslandUpon arrival to the island of Amantani you will be introduced to your host family and taken to their home for a rest. For many people the home-stay is a revelation of the reality of the Andean people of Lake Titicaca – there is no running water, electricity and of course no toilets or showers! In the afternoon you can take a 1 hour hike up Pachatatamountain for fantastic views of the sunset over Lake Titicaca –but don’t forget your flashlight for the walk back to the town! A traditional dinner will be served in your host family’s home, followed by a party in the main square - you can dress up in traditional costumes and meet the local people.

Day 2 – Taquile to Puno

After breakfast with your host family in Amantani you will take the 1 hour motorboat ride to Taquile Island. On the island there is a great market with good quality souveniers – but be aware that prices are fixed here, so no bartering! Lunch is not included and will be at a restaurant on the island (15/s) with veggie and meat options.The boat back to Puno leaves at 1pm from the main dock – 538 steps down! Make sure to bring water and snacks for the trip.Back in Puno a van will be waiting at the harbor to take you back to your hostel.

Full Day Uros and Taquile IslandsItinerary -You will be picked up at your hostel at 6:30am and embark by motorboat to the Uros floating islands. After a visit of the islands you will head to Taquile where there will be a one hour hike until reaching the main village of Taquile and the fantastic market. After lunch (not included) you will hike back to the dock and return to Puno, arriving at about 5pm.

Price: $20

Half Day Floating Islands – Uros islandsItineraryAfter an 8:45am pickup at your hostel you will departfrom the main dock in Puno and head towards theUros floating islands. There will be time to visit two orthree of the floating islands before returning to Puno, arriving at about 12:30pm.

Price: $15

Included

• Transport from Bothy Hostel to harbor• All motorboat rides• Professional bilingual guide • Entrance Fees• Food, from lunch on the first day to breakfast on the second day • Accommodation: home-stay on Amantani island • Transport back to Puno• 24 hour emergency number - both English and Spanish spoken

Not Included

• Lunch in Taquile• Tips and gifts for host family• Optional boat trip on totora reed raft

What to bring

• Small backpack (we can store your large backpacks securely in locked room free of charge)• Wind jacket• Fleece• Camera, films & batteries (no electricity for charging cameras on Amantani Island)• Hat to protect from the sun, rain and cold• Sun block• Sunglasses• Water bottle• Personal medical kit• Change of clothing • Toilet paper• Snacks: biscuits, energy bars, chocolate, raw fruits, muesli• Cash in Soles and/ or US$ for snacks and souvenirs

Floating Islands 2 days 1 night