Lake Titicaca with Overnight in Amantani
2 Days / 1 Night
ACTIVITIES
Hike, Boat ride
DURATION
2 Days / 1 Night
MAX. ALTITUDE
4,050 mts
LOCATION
Titicaca, Puno
Introduction
The adventure of Lake Titicaca - spend the night in Amantani 2 days allows us to know and live the customs and traditions of local people spending a night of coexistence with them. By sharing a bit of knowledge with us these villagers will give us a wonderful welcome and warm hospitality.
This experience is intended for all ages and can be done individually to meet new people, as a couple or with friends with whom to share emotions and also as a family to live an unforgettable adventure.
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Why book this tour?
Visit the highest navigable lake in the world.
Live with the natural people of the artificial Uros Islands.
Learn about the traditions and customs of the inhabitants of the natural island of Taquile.
Enjoy a magical night with local people on the island of Amantani.
Taste the exquisite local food.
Summary Itinerary
Day 01: Titicaca with Overnight in Amantani 2 Days
- 06:45 – 07:00 Pick up from your hotel in Puno and transfer to the port.
- 07:00 -11:00 We board a boat to sail on Lake Titicaca, the first visit will be the Floating Islands of the Uros, we will learn about their history, how these islands were built on the highest navigable lake in the world.
- 11:00 – 17:00 Then we continue in our boat to reach the island of Amantaní, upon arrival our group will be divided among the families that welcome us, they will be the hosts responsible for giving them all the attention, accommodation, food during their stay.
- Night on the Island of Amantani (in a local family house).
Day 02: Titicaca with Overnight in Amantani 2 Days
- 08:00 – 10:00 After our typical breakfast we will continue to the next island of Taquile.
- 10:00 – 12:00 Most of the people of Taquile are very cooperative and well organized. Life in Taquile is still largely traditional, untouched by modernity. 12:30 – 14:30 Free time to enjoy a delicious typical lunch.
- 14:30 – 16:00 Finally we will return in our boat to the port where our transport will wait for us to return to your hotel in Puno.
Detailed Itinerary
This beautiful experience will give us a space to learn more about cultures that still keep their customs alive, the places we will visit will be:
- Artificial island of Uros: The name has a meaning that the inhabitants of the place have chosen as men of water since, like few civilizations in the world, they live in aquatic space. the people who live here they are amazing and unique in the world because they build their own islands taking advantage of a type of plant that grows in the lake, called totora. Their origins are somewhat uncertain but those who studied them indicate that their history is prior to the Inca era and that when this culture emerged they were advancing proportionally until they conquered all the land spaces, for this reason they were forced to adapt to living in the water that gave them the necessary security and easy access to their main resource, which is fishing.
- Natural Island of Taquile: It is located on Lake Titicaca at a distance of approximately 3 hours from the city of Puno. Each person who arrives on this island can notice that although this destination is considered a tourist destination, it has not been modified or altered, so the lifestyle that people have is the traditional one like their ancestors. With an approximate population of 2,000 inhabitants, the main town is at an altitude of 3,950 meters above sea level and the highest point on the island reaches 4,050 msnm.
- Amantani Island: This is another of the largest natural islands that we can find within Lake Titicaca. Here the main activities that we can meet are agriculture, textiles and stone work. Its population is segmented into ten communities that cooperate with each other for maintenance and general welfare. The production on the island is based on tubers such as potatoes and oca, as well as corn, quinoa and certain vegetables such as beans and peas. On the other hand, among its natural attractions, it has two viewpoints to appreciate Lake Titicaca in all its extension. We will also find ceremonial centers of Pachatata and Pachamama to which the inhabitants today still worship out of respect. This island is the ideal one to be able to spend the night comfortably and have an experiential adventure with stories, traditions, gastronomy.
What's Included?
Included
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Detailed briefing: It takes place before the start of the service (The briefing is a complete orientation, explaining everything about the tour. In addition, any questions you may have about it will be clarified).
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First level guide:: Professional tour guide specialized in Cultural tourism (English/Spanish).
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Tourist transport: Travel by tourist transport from your hotel to the port of Puno and vice versa.
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Motorized Transport: Travel on a motorized yacht to visit the artificial islands of Uros and the natural islands of Amantani and Taquile.
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Entrance tickets: For all the places to visit on the tour.
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Local food: It is rustic in Amantani and Taquile, with a variety of Peruvian and local food.
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Family home: Very comfortable and experiential Family House to live with local people who will offer us hospitality and food.
Not Included
- Foods: These can be requested.
- Personal expenses and Tips: How to buy handicrafts, clothes, drinks, etc. Tips are not included either, these are voluntary according to the service received.
What To Bring?
Clothes
Small backpack, rain poncho (January and February – rainy season), warm clothes.
Health and Care
Sunscreen, sunglasses, insect repelent, sun hat, Small towel, Bottled water, Personal medication.
Useful Items
Passport, Cash in soles, Camera, charging cord, Extra batteries.
DIFFICULTY LEVEL
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