Lake Titicaca Half Day Tour: 2020 Updated information about Half Day Tour including times, itineraries, prices, and FAQs!
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Peru Hop is the only company offering flexible date change until 2024 at NO extra cost.
Find My Perfect TripPeru Hop does not operate any tours on Lake Titicaca. To see Peru Hop’s recommended operators for this tour read below.
Price: $15 USD
Duration: 2 hours
Option 1: Morning Tour
Departures: Daily
Departure Time: 06:00am (be ready for pick up at 05:30am)
Return Time: 08:00am
Please note this tour will be booked via FindLocalTrips.com a search and comparison website we strongly recommend for tours across all of South America.
Option 2: Afternoon Tour
Departures: Daily
Departure Time: 16:00pm (be ready for pick up at 15:30pm)
Return Time: 18:00pm
Please note this tour will be booked via FindLocalTrips.com a search and comparison website we strongly recommend for tours across all of South America.
Special deal for Peru Hop Passengers – Tours booked via FindLocalTrips.com allow date changes up until the evening before your tour begins at no extra cost.
05:30 – 06:00am Hostel/Hotel pick up.
06:00am – 08:00am Boat out to Lake Titicaca for a guided tour of the floating islands. Find out how the Uros people make their home islands entirely from one of the lake reeds, totora, and how they forge a subsistent lifestyle floating in the middle of Lake Titicaca! There are lots of lessons to be learned about the relationship of the Uros people and their natural environment.
Out of the ‘totora’ reed not only do they make the entirety of these intriguing floating islands on which they live, but it also contributes towards shelter, transport (reed boats) and nutrition. The totora reed is also a source of iodine traditionally used to prevent thyroid tumours, and even has pain and hangover relief properties.
The days of subsistence living are gone and tourism is now one of the greatest incomes on the islands. The islands have become a victim of their own success and are very popular with tourists. That being said, the history and subsistence of these incredible people is a truly unique experience not to be missed… who knows if there will be the chance to do so in years to come. (The afternoon itinerary is similar)
If you are looking for information about Lake Titicaca Tours, visit Lago Explorer where you can learn more about the lake and find the best ways to discover it.
Lake Titicaca lies on the border between Peru and Bolivia. On the Peruvian shore sits the city of Puno, while on the Bolivian side lies Copacabana.
If you are looking for information on the best buses to take to Puno or Copacabana, visit our passes page. Select your departure city, the countries you want to visit, and amount of time you have to travel. Then browse our passes to see which include your desired stop in Puno or Copacabana.
Can I take the morning tour at 06:00am and be back in time to take the bus from Puno to Copacabana at 08:30am?
Yes, you can join the 2 hour tour before departing from Puno. Simply select book now in the Tour Information tab, select the 2 Hour Uros Island Tour Option 1 at 6:00am and select Book Now. Select your hotel/hostel as your pickup location for the tour. Since you are taking the tour with the operator we recommend and work with, you will then be picked up directly from the tour for the bus from Puno to Copacabana at 08:30am.
Do the tour prices include the island entry fees? Do I need to take extra money?
Yes, all of the tour prices include the associated island entry fees. If heading to the islands of Taquile and Amantani we advise to take some money for souvenirs as they are renowned for some of the finest woven goods in Peru.
Does the tour include a ride on one of the traditional reed boats?
No, this experience is optional and can be paid directly to the locals on the island.
