Lake Titicaca Kayaking Experience
Description
Experience the breathtaking beauty of Lake Titicaca as you navigate by kayak to the renowned floating Uros Islands. This activity offers a unique and adventurous perspective on one of Peru’s most iconic locations.
Activity Overview
Your journey begins with a pickup from your hotel at the scheduled time, followed by a transfer to the launch point where the kayaks await. Once there, you'll receive essential instructions to ensure your safety and familiarize yourself with basic rowing techniques.
As you set off, you will glide across the surface of the highest navigable lake in the world, Lake Titicaca. After approximately one hour of paddling, you’ll arrive at the unique floating Uros Islands. An intriguing fact: these islands are constructed by the Uru people using reeds harvested from the lake!
Upon arrival, the local inhabitants will greet you warmly and share insights into their distinctive lifestyle. After a brief opportunity to explore the island and absorb the vibrant culture and traditions, you’ll return to your kayaks for the journey back to the mainland.
The entire experience lasts around 4 hours, concluding with a drop-off at your hotel.
Pickup Information
This tour provides pickup service from hotels located in central Puno. For those staying outside this area, it is necessary to reach Jiron Arequipa Street, conveniently situated near the Plaza de Armas.
Please be advised that pickup is not offered from the following establishments: GHL Lago Titicaca, Casa Andina Premium, Sonesta Posada, Lake Titikaka Hotel-Xima, Pacha Confort, Mirador del Titikaka, Hotel Wisny, Jose Antonio Hotel, Taypikala Hotel, Pumakala Hotel, Atoja Chucuito Hotel, and any accommodations on the Uros Islands.
Inclus
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- English speaking instructor
- Kayak rental
- Lifejacket and safety accessories
- Entry fee to the Uros Islands
Politique d'annulation
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 48 ore prima (heure locale)
Accessibilité
Not wheelchair accessible.
Informations importantes
On the day of the activity, your guide will pick you up from your hotel in Puno at the indicated time. We recommend waiting in the reception of your accommodation 10 minutes in advance.
We remind you that the tour includes pickup from hotels located in the centre of Puno. If your accommodation is in the outskirts, you should go to Jirón Arequipa 666 (corner of Jr. Arequipa and Jr. Puno), located very close to the Plaza de Armas: https://bit.ly/3eMwE8r.
Please note that pickup is not available from the following locations: GHL Lago Titicaca, Casa Andina Premium, Sonesta Posada, Lake Titikaka Hotel-Xima, Pacha Confort, Mirador del Titikaka, Hotel Wisny, Jose Antonio Hotel, Taypikala Hotel, Pumakala Hotel, Atoja Chucuito Hotel, and any hotels located on the Uros Islands.
Additional Info
It's typical for islanders to offer services such as handicrafts and/or boat trips to tourists. However, please be aware that these activities and services are optional and you're under no obligation to purchase them.
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