From Puno, Floating Islands of the Uros Half-Day Tour

Embark on an immersive half-day guided tour, where visitors can explore the enchanting floating city of the indigenous Uros people. This exclusive experience offers a deep dive into their distinct cultural heritage and traditional practices.

A half-day guided tour invites visitors to explore the renowned floating islands situated on Lake Titicaca, home to the Uros people who have inhabited these culturally significant locations for over three millennia. Departing from the main port of Puno, guests embark upon a serene voyage towards the picturesque islands nestled at the summit of the world's highest navigable lake.

The spectacle unfolds as one marvels at the ethereal presence of approximately eight hundred intricately constructed floating islands, meticulously crafted from the native totora plant, which thrives on the surface of the water. This ancient technique involves weaving, layering, and securing the totora strands to create a stable platform for habitation, agriculture, and daily life.

Visitors can engage in a hands-on experience by learning the artistry behind totora cultivation and construction, witnessing the meticulous process firsthand. The Uros people not only rely on the plant for building materials but also utilize it extensively for various purposes, including cooking, housing, and culinary elements of their traditional diet.

For those seeking a more immersive experience, an optional excursion aboard the traditional balsa de totora craft offers a glimpse into the local community’s maritime traditions. These eco-friendly vessels, fashioned from the same aquatic plant, serve as both transportation and cultural heritage vehicles, bridging the gap between past and present within the region's dynamic ecosystem.