Lake Titicaca Tour: The Uros Floating Islands and Taquile in One Day

Sail the highest navigable lake in the world, visit the reed islands of the Uros and discover Taquile’s UNESCO-recognized weaving, with lunch and entrance fees included. From USD 35.

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Tour Overview

The Highest Navigable Lake in the World

Lake Titicaca Tour: Uros and Taquile in One Day

The Lake Titicaca Tour takes you from Puno across the waters of Lake Titicaca, at 3,800 m, to two of its most fascinating islands in a single day.

You visit the Uros Floating Islands, built entirely from totora reeds, and Taquile Island, famous for its weaving recognized by UNESCO, with a traditional lunch overlooking the lake. Hotel pickup, boat, bilingual guide and entrance fees are included.

This Lake Titicaca day tour costs USD 40 per person, or USD 35 with our promotional price. We pick you up in Puno around 7:15 AM, sail at 7:30 AM and are back in Puno around 3:30 PM. It is the classic Uros and Taquile tour, a full day on Lake Titicaca from Puno with lunch included.

Duration7:15 AM – 3:30 PM

PriceFrom USD 35

Start / EndPuno

GroupMax. 14

DifficultyEasy to moderate

Uros Floating Islands

Islands, homes and boats made of totora reeds.

Taquile Island

Textile traditions recognized by UNESCO.

Traditional Lunch

On Taquile, with panoramic views of the lake.

Entrances Included

Uros and Taquile fees are part of the price.

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We pick you up at your hotel in Puno or at the bus terminal around 7:15 AM and sail at 7:30 AM on our Uros floating islands tour, where local families show you how they build their islands and live on the lake.

At 11:00 AM we reach Taquile for a walk through the community and its textile traditions, followed by lunch at 12:30 PM. We sail back at 2:30 PM and arrive in Puno around 3:30 PM.

Want to stay with a local family? Choose the Lake Titicaca 2 Day Tour, with a homestay on Amantani. Combining it with Cusco? See our Machu Picchu, Lake Titicaca and Cusco Tour.

Private Lake Titicaca Tour

Enjoy the Lake Titicaca Tour at your own pace with a private tour for you, your family or friends: flexible departure times, a personalized itinerary and a private guide. Send us your preferred date and group size for a custom quote.

Promotional Price: USD 35

Have you traveled with Machu Picchu Team before, or are you booking another tour with us? You pay the promotional price of USD 35 instead of USD 40. Just mention your other booking when you reserve.

Availability & Booking

Online Booking and Availability

The Lake Titicaca Tour runs every day of the year, weather permitting. We recommend booking ahead in high season; last-minute bookings are possible, subject to availability.

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DeparturesDaily, all year

PickupPuno hotel or bus terminal

Back in PunoAbout 3:30 PM

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Highlights

Why You’ll Love the Lake Titicaca Tour

Nine reasons to discover Lake Titicaca with Machu Picchu Team.

✓Highest Navigable Lake
Sail Lake Titicaca at 3,800 m.
✓Uros Floating Islands
Built entirely from totora reeds.
✓Local Families
Learn how the Uros live on the lake.
✓Taquile Weaving
A textile tradition recognized by UNESCO.
✓Traditional Lunch
On Taquile, with panoramic lake views.
✓Entrances Included
Uros and Taquile fees in the price.
✓Hotel or Terminal Pickup
Perfect if you arrive early by bus.
✓Bilingual Guide
Culture and history in English and Spanish.
✓Small Groups
Maximum 12 to 14 travelers.

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USD 35 per person (Promotional Price)

Duration FULL DAY TOUR

Starts in Hotel in Puno or at the bus terminal around 7:15 AM. At 7:30 AM

Group size Max: 12 People

Departures Daily departures

Physical level Easy

Trip style Combined Activities

Distance Boat transportation

Meals B, 1 L, D

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Lake Titicaca Tour Itinerary

Puno → Uros Floating Islands → Taquile Island → Puno

Your Lake Titicaca Tour starts with pickup at your hotel in Puno or at the bus terminal around 7:15 AM. At 7:30 AM our boat sails to the Uros Floating Islands, where local families explain how they build their islands from totora reeds.

Around 11:00 AM we arrive on Taquile Island and walk to the community area to learn about its weaving and daily life. At 12:30 PM we enjoy a traditional lunch with views of the lake.

At 1:30 PM we walk back to the dock and sail at 2:30 PM, arriving in Puno around 3:30 PM.

DifficultyEasy to moderate

Altitude3,800–3,950 m

BoatRound trip

BackAbout 3:30 PM

Good to know: Taquile has slopes and steps: wear comfortable shoes and bring warm layers and sunscreen.

Included Today

✓Hotel or terminal pickup
✓Tourist motorboat
✓Uros and Taquile entrances
✓Traditional lunch
✓Bilingual guide

Drop-off

In Puno.

What Is Included in the Lake Titicaca Tour

Hotel or Bus Terminal Pickup

In downtown Puno. Terminal pickup must be arranged in advance.

Round-Trip Tourist Motorboat

Puno – Uros – Taquile – Puno.

Professional Bilingual Guide

English and Spanish.

Entrance Fees

Uros Floating Islands and Taquile Island.

Traditional Lunch

On Taquile Island.

Free Luggage Storage

During the tour.

Breakfast, Drinks and Snacks

Not included.

Souvenirs and Handicrafts

Bring cash in soles.

Travel Insurance

Strongly recommended.

Tips

Optional.

Lake Titicaca Packing List: What to Bring

On the Lake Titicaca Tour the sun is strong on the lake and the wind can be cold: dress in layers.

Clothing and Footwear

✓Warm base layer and fleece or sweater
✓Windproof or waterproof jacket
✓Comfortable long pants
✓Walking shoes with good grip
✓Sun hat and sunglasses

In Your Backpack

✓Passport or ID
✓High-SPF sunscreen and lip balm
✓Reusable water bottle and snacks
✓Camera and power bank
✓Personal medication
✓Rain poncho in rainy season
✓Cash in soles for handicrafts

Prices and options

Official Rates & Pricing Plans

* All rates are in USD per person

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Rate Option	Price per person
STANDARD Standard Price	$40 USD
PROMO Promotional Price	$35 USD

2026 & 2027 prices: the rates above are valid for bookings with travel dates in 2026 and 2027.

Lake Titicaca Tour Price: Standard or Promotional?

The Lake Titicaca Tour includes the same services at both rates. The promotional price is our thank-you to travelers who also explore Peru with us.

Standard

Standard Price

USD 40 per person

For all travelers who book this tour on its own.

Best for: travelers with one day in Puno who want to discover the islands of Lake Titicaca.

Promo

Promotional Price

USD 35 per person

For travelers who also book another tour with Machu Picchu Team, or who have traveled with us before.

How to get it: mention your other Machu Picchu Team booking when you reserve this tour.

Your day

Uros & Taquile

Hotel or bus terminal pickup in Puno around 7:15 am
Boat departure from the port at 7:30 am
Uros Floating Islands, built from totora reeds, with a visit to a local family
Taquile Island, famous for its traditional weaving
Traditional lunch on Taquile
Back in Puno around 3:30 pm

Included

What Your Price Covers

Hotel or bus terminal pickup in Puno
Round-trip tourist boat
Entrance fees to the Uros Islands and Taquile
Traditional lunch on Taquile
Professional bilingual guide
Free luggage storage

Entrances included: your entrance fees to the Uros Floating Islands and Taquile Island are part of the price.

High altitude: Lake Titicaca sits at about 3,800 m, and Taquile reaches about 3,950 m, with slopes and steps. Walk slowly, and bring warm layers, sunscreen and sunglasses.

Not included: breakfast, drinks and snacks, souvenirs, tips and travel insurance. Bring some cash in soles for local handicrafts.

Good to know: an easy to moderate full day of about 8 hours. Boat times may change with weather and lake conditions.

Group Size

Our groups usually have 10 to 12 travelers, with a maximum of 14.

Book solo, as a couple or with friends: you’ll join travelers from around the world who booked the same date.

Daily Departures

We depart every day of the year, weather permitting.

Book in advance in peak season. Last-minute bookings are possible, subject to availability.

Cancellation Policy

100% refund if you cancel 24 hours or more before the tour; 50% with less than 24 hours, until 10:00 pm the day before.

Free date change until 7:00 pm the day before.

Travel information

Booking Guide

How to Book the Lake Titicaca Tour

Book online in a few minutes. Our reservations team reviews your details and sends your confirmation.

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Pay 100% by bank transfer at no extra cost, or by debit or credit card (3.99% processing fee).

Option 2

By WhatsApp or email, for questions or last-minute bookings, or at our office in Cusco (Portal Nuevo 270, Plaza Regocijo, open every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM).

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Lake Titicaca Tour Booking Policy

1. Full Payment

This one-day tour requires 100% payment when you book: USD 40 standard or USD 35 promotional price per person.

2. Free Rescheduling

Change your date for free until 7:00 PM the day before, by email or WhatsApp, subject to availability.

3. Cancellation and Refunds

Send your cancellation by email or WhatsApp. 24 hours or more before the tour: 100% refund. Less than 24 hours, but before 10:00 PM the day before: 50% refund. After 10:00 PM the day before, or no-show: no refund. Card fees may be non-refundable.

4. Bus Terminal Pickup

Available if you arrive early by bus. Let us know your arrival time when you book.

5. Weather

The lake crossing depends on weather conditions. If the boat cannot sail, we offer a new date or a refund.

FAQs

Lake Titicaca Tour: Frequently Asked Questions

1. How much is the Lake Titicaca Tour?

The Lake Titicaca Tour costs USD 40 per person, or USD 35 with the promotional price if you book another tour with us or have traveled with us before. Pickup, boat, guide, entrance fees and lunch are included.

2. Which islands does the Uros and Taquile tour visit?

The Uros and Taquile tour visits the Uros Floating Islands, built from totora reeds, and Taquile Island, famous for its weaving recognized by UNESCO.

3. How does the Lake Titicaca tour from Puno work?

The Lake Titicaca tour from Puno starts with pickup at your hotel or the bus terminal around 7:15 AM. We sail at 7:30 AM to the Uros, arrive on Taquile around 11:00 AM, have lunch at 12:30 PM and return to Puno around 3:30 PM.

4. What do I see on the Uros floating islands tour?

On the Uros floating islands tour, local families show you how they build their islands, homes and boats from totora reeds, and how they live on the lake.

5. Is this Lake Titicaca day tour enough?

This Lake Titicaca day tour shows the two most visited islands in one day. If you want to sleep on the lake with a local family, choose the Lake Titicaca 2 Day Tour, with a homestay on Amantani.

6. Are the entrance fees included?

Yes. The Uros and Taquile entrances are included.

7. Is lunch included?

Yes, a traditional lunch on Taquile Island with views of the lake. Breakfast, drinks and snacks are not included.

8. Can you pick me up at the bus terminal?

Yes, if you arrange it in advance for an early-morning arrival.

9. How difficult is it?

Easy to moderate. The lake is at about 3,800 m, and Taquile has slopes and steps up to about 3,950 m. Walk slowly and bring warm layers and sunscreen.

10. What is the cancellation policy?

You can change your date for free until 7:00 PM the day before. 24 hours or more before the tour: 100% refund. Less than 24 hours, but before 10:00 PM the day before: 50% refund. After 10:00 PM the day before, or no-show: no refund.

11. Can I combine it with Cusco and Machu Picchu?

Yes. See our Machu Picchu, Lake Titicaca and Cusco Tour, or ask us to plan your route between Cusco and Puno.

12. What should I bring?

Warm layers, a windproof jacket, comfortable shoes, a sun hat, sunglasses, high-SPF sunscreen, water, your passport and cash in soles for handicrafts.

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Entrances Included

Uros and Taquile fees are part of the price.

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From USD 35, with boat, guide and lunch.

Daily Departures

Every day of the year, weather permitting.

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Just finished 4 days with Yuri & Jose, they were both amazing, super helpful and attentive. Thank you to the kitchen staff as well! Definitely a challenge, but in the end it all worth it!

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28/09/2026

Une superbe expérience ! L’équipe est au top, une superbe ambiance un tracé magnifique avec des paysages très variés. Tout est bien rôdé, transport, repas, couchage. On mange très bien et en quantité ! Par contre prévoyez de quoi manger pendant la randonnée ce n’est pas inclus. Pour moi c’est la meilleure façon pour se rendre au Machu Picchu en passant par le col du Salkantay et en montant le dernier jour par les marches du chemin de l’Inca. Un petit bémol sur la transparence du prix annoncé , ce trip se veut all inclusive, en réalité ce n’est pas le cas. Certains frais imprévus viennent s’ajouter tout au long des 5 jours ( frais supplémentaires pour les activités, taxe pour certains passages de pont ou col, Tips un peu forcé ). Ce ne sont pas des gros frais mais au cumulé ça représente aux alentours de 300 soles. Je trouve personnellement que l’organisme ferai mieux d’intégrer ces frais dans le prix de leur expérience car on a vraiment la sensation d’être mis sur le fait accompli. Prévoyez des gourdes filtrantes car les bouteilles d’eau sur place sont vendus à prix d’or !

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