Uros Amantani Taquile Tour 2D/1N

2D/1N

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Centuries ago the small indigenous Uros tribe conceived of the islands as a way to isolate and protect themselves from rival tribes, the Collas and the Incas. The Uros people harvested the reeds in the shallows of the lake, bundled them together tightly and built floating island platforms complete with reed houses and canoes, creating in this way their own little world, a traditional Quechua speaking community, full of ancient agricultural terraces.

GROUP SERVICE: It`s the most popular Uros Amantani Taquile Tour, which is recommended for everybody who likes Cultural tours, Families, Honeymooners and Couples.

PRIVATE SERVICE: All inclusive for Families with children, Honeymooners and Couples. Special programs just for you, and you can depart any day you wish and choose the group size, we don´t add any people, it is arranged just for you. All private groups service.

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Before booking the Uros Amantani Taquile Tours, please read the following information carefully: 

  • Fill out the booking information. We will contact you as soon as possible (within 24 hours) to confirm your booking, accommodation and assist you in customizing a unique package. . 
  • Payment Proceed: We require a deposit 50 % percent of the total amount per person for all Tours. The remaining balance must be paid before the starting date of the tour. You can pay the balance requesting the agent in charge of your account an invoice to be paid online with credit card or direct deposits.
  • Student discounts: If you are claiming a student discount you must email us a scanned copy of your ISIC Student card immediately after proceeding with the booking form. Only a valid ISIC card is acceptable. If you cannot provide us with a scanned copy of your ISIC card we will charge you the standard adult price. You must take the ISIC card with you on the excursion as it will be checked. Unfortunately no other forms of student id are acceptable. Children under 16 years old receive a discount. If you are claiming a child discount you must email us a scanned copy of your child’s passport (page containing photo and date of birth) after proceeding with the booking form. If you cannot provide us with a scan of your child’s passport we will charge you the standard adult price for your child.

Five Reasons to Travel With Us

  • Accommodation Standard (4 and 5 – Star Hotels).
  • Gastronomic Experience (High Cuisine).
  • Private Post-Machu Picchu Celebration (VIP Pachamanca).
  • Personalized and Flexible Service.
  • Access to the Essence of Peru with Consciousness, leaving positive traces and impacts on communities.

Itinerary

  • Early in the morning you will be picked up from your hotel at 07:30 am by our local guide and then transferred to the harbor. We start off our boat excursion of Lake Titicaca by visiting “The Uros Floating Islands”, a small community that has lived on these reed Islands for decades. Centuries ago the small indigenous Uros tribe conceived of the islands as a way to isolate and protect themselves from rival tribes, the Collas and the Incas.
  • The Uros people harvested the reeds in the shallows of the lake, bundled them together tightly and built floating island platforms complete with reed houses and canoes, creating in this way their own little world. After strolling around the floating Islands, we continue our journey towards “Amantani Island”, where we will spend the rest of the day and the night.
  • Upon arrival, a group of native families will welcome you at the harbor, and afterwards the guide will introduce you to the family that will provide you lodging in their house. The group is split into couples, so each couple goes with one family. In the afternoon we will walk up to the highest point of the Islands to explore ancient ruins on a mountain called Pachamama.
  • There are stunning views of the Lake from this lookout point and an amazing sunset. Soon after nightfall, we descend to the main plaza and meet our local families, and then we go to their houses for dinner. At dinner you will be invited to go to the little kitchen (mind the head when entering, their doorways are very small), a warm place where they cook with a primitive stove made of clay.
  • By night, visitors are invited to a particular party. Our local families will provide traditional clothing to attend this nice Andean party, at the house; men are given ponchos and wooly hats, the hats are hand-made by the families, with unique styles, so that they can recognize you in the hall. Women are given colorful skirts, blouses and veils. The party takes place at the main folklore saloon and it is accompanied by one of the local orchestras. Overnight at a family house on Amantani island.
  • 08:00 hrs. After breakfast, we will have to say goodbye to our local family and go down to the harbor to meet the rest of the group. Afterwards we will sail towards “Taquile Island” (1 hour aprox.), a traditional Quechua speaking community, full of ancient agricultural terraces and some ruins dating back to the pre-Inca times.
  • The Taquile population was relatively isolated from the mainland until 1950s, and the notion of community and family is still very strong among them. The weaving tradition of the Taquile Island goes back to early civilizations, thus keeps elements from pre-Inca Andean cultures alive in the present.
  • All weaving is done on pre-Inca fixed and pedal looms. The most characteristic garments are the so-called “Chullo”, a knitted hat with an earflap, and “The Calendar Waistband”, depicting the annual cycles connected to ritual and agricultural activities. When visitors reach the island, they will have to walk up along a narrow path, enjoying on the way impressive views of Lake Titicaca and also see gorgeous little houses inhabited by the direct descendants of the Inca Culture.
  • At the top, you will have free time to explore the Island on your own and afterwards you will have to meet the group for lunch at one local restaurant. After lunch, we will descend to the harbor to take our boat back to Puno. We will be getting there by 17:00 hrs. approximately.

Included

  • Pick up from your hotel in Puno and transfer to the harbor of the Lake Titicaca.
  • Tourist boat transportation.
  • All entrance fees.
  • Accommodation on Amantani Island at a family house.
  • Meals included (2 Lunch,1 Breakfast,1 Dinner)
  • Professional English speaking guide.
  • Return to Puno. Pick up from the Lake Titicaca dock and transfer to your hotel.

Not Included

  • Extras

Recommendations

  • Original passport
  • Extra money in soles 
  • Camera-video camera 
  • Hats ,sport and warm clothes 
  • Sun block cream  
  • Small day packs
  • Snacks, candies, bars of chocolates