Adventure on the World's Highest Navigable Lake, Living Culture & High-Altitude Biodiversity

Kayaking at the Uros Floating Islands

Discover majestic Lake Titicaca from an active and fascinating perspective. Kayak across the crystal-clear waters of the world's highest navigable lake, surrounded by breathtaking Andean landscapes and high-altitude flora. This shared-service excursion takes you to the famous Uros Floating Islands, where you will learn firsthand from the local inhabitants about their ancestral customs and the ancient art of building with *totora* reeds.

Tour and Detailed Visits

01 | Pickup & Transfer to the Embarkation Point

The activity begins with pickup from your hotel in Puno and a private transfer to the embarkation point on the shores of Lake Titicaca.

02 | Safety & Equipment
Briefing

Reception by the bilingual guide, distribution of full kayaking equipment (life jackets, paddles), and technical instruction on safe paddling.

03 | Travesía en Kayak por el
Titicaca

A gentle paddle across the bay, taking in the Andean landscape, the serene waters, and the native birdlife inhabiting the ecosystem's reed beds.

04 | Arrival at the Floating Islands of the Uros

Disembarkation at the iconic artificial islands woven from totora reeds, a welcome from the local community, and a first encounter with their ancestral architecture.

05 | Cultural Exchange & Traditions

Discover the lifestyle, history, and construction techniques associated with the islands and reed boats of the Uro community—one of the oldest in the Altiplano.

06 | Return Paddle & Transfer to the Hotel

The final leg of the kayak journey, taking in the lake's horizons before disembarking and boarding the transport back to your hotel.

include

Round-trip transportation from the hotel in Puno to the port/pier.

Certified bilingual professional guide (Spanish/English) specializing in adventure tourism.

Admission tickets and community fees for visiting the Uros Floating Islands.

Kayak, paddles, life jacket, and complete
safety equipment.

not include

Tips for the guide and support staff.

Paseo opcional en la tradicional balsa comunal de totora.

Meals, additional drinks, or snacks not specified.

Personal expenses and medical or accident insurance.

Tour Details

A smooth kayaking excursion on Lake Titicaca, featuring birdwatching and a cultural immersion experience on the artificial *totora* reed islands of the Uros people.

Duration

4 Horas

Activity Level

Easy (No prior experience required)

Around

The highest navigable lake in the world (3,812 meters above sea level)