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Photo: Diego Delso, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia CommonsLake Titicaca islands
Lake Titicaca and the south
Boats from Puno reach three very different island communities. The Uros live on islands woven from totora reeds; Taquile is known for textiles made by its men and women; and on Amantani, families host visitors overnight.
The lake sits at 3,810 m, so visit after Cusco and pack for freezing nights.
Choosing a trip
Our Lake Titicaca guide covers getting there from Cusco and continuing to Bolivia.
- Uros only. A 2 to 3 hour boat trip from Puno; easy to fit in on arrival.
- Uros and Taquile. A full day with lunch on Taquile.
- Amantani homestay. Two days with a night with a local family: simple, cold and memorable.
Where it is
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Lake Titicaca islands: questions
Are the Uros islands worth visiting?
They are touristy, but genuinely unusual. Combine them with Taquile or an Amantani homestay for a fuller picture of lake life.
How cold is Lake Titicaca?
Days are sunny and mild; nights often fall below freezing from May to August.