Titicaca Tour Programs
GreenTracks offers programs on both the Peru and Bolivia sides of Lake Titicaca. One program includes both. Custom itineraries are also possible. Tours depart from Puno, Peru or from La Paz, Bolivia.
TOUR PROGRAMS:
Full Day Trips out of Puno, Peru:
Taquile and Uros islands
Overnight Trips out of Puno, Peru:
Uros and Taquile islands, with overnight on Taquile
Uros, Amantani, Taquile islands, with overnight on Amantani
Amantani, Taquile, Uros islands, with overnight on Taquile
Sillustani Ruins, Peru
Tiahuanacu Ruins, Bolivia
From Puno, Peru to La Paza, Bolivia via Lake Titicaca Catamaran
Taquile and Uros Islands - Full Day trip from Puno.
We pick you up at 06:30 to transfer to the port. Then by motor boat (35 feet long with a covered section in case of rain or cold weather) we visit the Uros floating islands. Walking on these floating islands is akin to walking on a water bed (but it is quite safe). We see the houses, the islands and meet the friendly inhabitants. Uros people are descendents of one of the oldest South American inhabitants. During our visit a ride in the traditional reed boats can be arranged.
After we visit 2 of the 30 Uros islands we continue on to Taquile Island. During a relaxed boat trip of 2-1/2 hours we get the chance to enjoy the spectacular views offered by Lake Titicaca. At Taquile a unique community can be observed - they conserve the Incan laws and social system. A long path gradually ascends to the village. The magnificent views are alone worth the walk. (45 minute hike) We will visit the village cooperative. Lunch at one of the local restaurants. Then we descend 500 steps down to the port. At approximately 1 pm we return to Puno (a 3 hour return journey). On arrival to Puno we transfer you to your hotel.
| Taquile and Uros Islands 2010 Full Day trip from Puno |
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| # people | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5/6+ |
| per person | $322 | $176 | $128 | $101 | $100 |
Uros and Taquile Islands, with overnight on Taquile
Starting off from the town of Puno you will have a full day tour of Uros and Taquile islands and then spend the night in a local home on Taquile. The following day you will continue a tour of the spectacular lake before returning to Puno.
The best-known of the islands dotting Titicaca's surface are the Uros, floating islands of reed named after the Indians who inhabit them. The Uro Indians, who pre-date the Incas (and legend has it - the Sun itself.) The islands are made of totora reeds which must be replaced regularly by new layers of reeds. The surface of the islands is like walking on a waterbed. The reeds are also utilized to build homes and boats (the same as used by Thor Heyerdahl on his Peru-Polynesia journey.)
The Taquile Island society is based on community collectivism and on the Inca moral code "ama sua, ama llulla, ama qhella" (do not steal, do not lie, do not be lazy).
The economy is based upon fishing, terraced farming of potatoes, barley and broad beans, and tourism.
Taquileños are known for their fine handwoven textiles and clothing. Travelers can buy well made woolen and alpaca goods as well as colorful garments whose patterns and designs bear hidden messages about the wearer's social standing or marital status.
You will be overnight guests of a local family in a rustic setting. At this altitude and with clear skies, you will have a chance for some incredible star gazing.
On day 2 you will have more time to explore Taquile before the afternoon return to Puno.
| Uros and Taquile Islands 2010 with overnight on Taquile |
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| # people | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5/6+ |
| per person | $459 | $260 | $198 | $165 | $142 |
Uros, Amantani, Taquile islands, with overnight on Amantani
A unique experience in a unique setting. Starting off from the town of Puno you will have a full day tour of Uros and Amantani islands and then spend the night in a local home on Amantani. The following day you will visit Taquile before returning to Puno.
Day 1: Uros - Amantani.
We pick you up at 07:30 to transfer to the port. Then by motor boat (35 feet long with a covered section in case of rain or cold weather) we visit the Uros floating islands. Walking on these floating islands is akin to walking on a water bed (but it is quite safe). 
During our visit a ride in the traditional reed boats can be arranged. We will visit 2 of the 30 islands before continuing on to Amantani Island. After a 3 hour boat trip we arrive at Amantani. You will probably see local children running down the hill to welcome you. At the port our group breaks into smaller groups for home stays. Typical lunch is served by your designated family. After lunch rest or watch a football (soccer) match. Late afternoon we hike to the high point of the island to watch the sunset. At dinner your designated family may ask you to dress in traditional local costumes and take you to the community hall for a small community dance celebration, a lot of fun!
Day 2: Amantani - Taquile - Puno
Breakfast and departure to Taquile Island. After an hour's boat trip we get to this unique place. A long path gradually ascending from the beach will take us to the village (50 min. hike) to visit the communal cooperative. Lunch at one of the local restaurants. The views are magnificent. Then we descend 500 steps down to the port. At approximately 1 pm return to Puno (a 3 hour return journey). On arrival at Puno we transfer you to your hotel.
| Uros, Amantani, Taquile Islands 2010 with overnight on Amantani |
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| # people | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5/6+ |
| per person | $456 | $258 | $196 | $163 | $140 |
Amantani, Taquile, Uros islands, with overnight on Taquile
Starting off from Puno you will have a full day tour of Amantani and Taquile islands and then spend the night in a local home on Taquile. The following day you will visit Uros before returning to Puno. Much the same trip as the one directly above, done in reverse order with overnight on Taquile instead of Amantani.
| Amantani, Taquile, Uros Islands 2010 with overnight on Taquile |
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| # people | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5/6+ |
| per person | $478 | $271 | $206 | $171 | $147 |
Sillustani Ruins
Sillustani is an ancient site between Puno and Juliaca. Important are the tombs built above ground. The inside of the tombs are shaped like a woman’s uterus. When a person died, they were mummified in the fetal position, and placed into the tombs representing the mother earth - just like they came into the world, they returned. The doors of the tombs face east, because it is believed that is where the sun is born from the mother earth each and everyday.
A stop to visit the ruins at Sillustani is easily done on the way from Puno to Juliaca.
| Sillustani Ruins 2010 | |||||
| # people | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5/6+ |
| per person | $106 | $57 | $42 | $38 | $36 |
From Puno, Peru to La Paza, Bolivia
via Lake Titicaca Catamaran
2 Days / 1 Night (IN CATNL)
Route: Puno - Copacabana - Sun Island (South Side) - Inti Wata Complex - Sun Island (North Side) overnight at Sun Island - Chua - La Paz
Puno Departure: 06:30 Peru
La Paz Arrival: 12:30 (Next Day)
This program also operates in reverse:
La Paz Departure: 06:00 Peru
Puno Arrival: 17:30 (Next Day)
Program Description
Early overland transfer from Puno, Peru to Copacabana, Bolivia. Board the Catamaran. Lunch while sailing to Sun Island, the legendary birth place of the Inca Empire. Visit the Inca Garden, steps and fountain then the Inti Wata Cultural Complex including the Ekako Underground Museum, the traditional medicine and the Titikaka Reed Shipbuilders display centers, the Pachamama agricultural Inca terraces, a handicraft center, the Intica lounge and at the Manco Kapac look out the largest variety of Andean cameloids. Also, the Inti Wata Complex at Sun Island includes a unique sailing experience aboard a huge Titikaka Traditional vessel visiting the Pilkokaina Inca Palace.
Catamaran Cruise to Sun Island isolated Challapampa Village ½ a day of participative tourism. Visitors have the opportunity to interact with one of the most unspoiled indigenous Titikaka villages through an innovative program organized with the local community. You can share in some of the rituals and ceremonies. Watch folkloric demonstrations. Visit the inhabitants own local museum, houses, chapel and school. You can sail in their vessels to a Inca holy temple site and walk along the Inca trails.
Romantic candle light dinner and overnight on board the Catamaran in lake view cabins with private facilities.
The following day you will sail by Catamaran across the lake while enjoying the overwhelming panoramic view of the lake and surrounding snow-covered mountains. Program ends with land transfer to the city of La Paz and your hotel.
| 2010 | ||
| Puno, Peru to La Paza, Bolivia or La Paz, Bolivia to Puno, Peru |
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| # people | 1 | 2 |
| price per person | Ask | $389 |