Top Puno Half-day Tours

The floating islands of Uros are a must-see attraction at Lake Titicaca. Learn about traditional life on the floating islands with this tour from Puno, which takes you directly to the islands for free time to explore. Take photos, visit with local families, and walk around the incredible islands before returning to your Puno hotel.

Comfortable and convenient, this private tour to Amaru Muro from Puno is an excellent way to explore some of the region's most mystical Incan ruins. Take a guided tour of the stone palace, known as the "Gate of the Gods," and learn about its associated legends and history from your guide. Additional stops on this tour include the Incan fertility temple of Uyo and a monument to the poet Carlos Dante Nava.

Enrich your knowledge of ancient Andean cultures on a private half-day trip to Portal de Aramu Muru from Puno. Ideal for history buffs, this tour covers the colonial town of Chucuito, the fertility temple of Inca Uyo, and the sacred portal of Aramu Muru, surrounded by picturesque rock formations. Choose from morning or afternoon departure, and enjoy the convenience of hotel pickup and drop-off in Puno.

Explore one of the first ethnic groups of the Andes on a trip to the Uros floating islands. Cruise along the lake by motorboat and learn about this fascinating fishing culture. Visit a few of the many floating islands that dot the Lake Titicaca landscape as you observe the large reed boats built by the mean and the intricately woven textiles made by the women.

Embark on a half-day tour to Lake Umayo's Sillustani, known for its impressive funeral towers. Set out from Puno to this pre-Incan burial ground belonging to Peru's indigenous Colla people. Explore the grounds and learn about the Colla civilization, inhabitants of the surrounding lands years before the Inca people. Your trip includes round-trip hotel transport.

In Peru, there exists a civilization that lives and works on islands made entirely out of woven reeds. The Uros people, who still live on floating islands on Lake Titicaca, only speak Aymara, so unless you’re fluent in the dialect, you won’t be able to unlock the secrets of their mysterious society without a guide. On this half-day tour, you'll tour to islands by boat and gain insight in Puno's preserved culture. Hotel pickup and drop-off, island admission ticket, boat, and bilingual guide provided.

You will be able to know the animals and plants that we have in the Uros. Then you will have the chance to enjoy a great ride on a totora raft that will take you to another floating island!

Situated on the shores of Lake Titicaca, Chucuito is best known for the large stone phalluses that adorn the grounds of its Temple of Fertility. Visit the sacred site, along with the Church of the Assumption, the Church of Santo Domingo, the Totora Museum, and more, to gain a good overview of local life and history.

The archaeological complex of Sillustani (FUNERAL TOWERS) is located at the high plateau surrounded by a magical lagoon called Umayo of stunning beauty in the western city of Puno. Sillustani is one of the most important necropolis in the Andean world known for its gigantic funerary towers "CHULLPAS". The famous Chullpas are towers constructed in stone that were used by diverse cultures, among them the collas and later by the Incas. The chullpa of the Lizard stands out for being the highest of site, reaching more than 12 meters of height. In the vicinity you can see some waru waru, which are artificial earth mounds designed to protect crops against frosts and floods. With luck in Sillustani you can also observe wild pigs of the Indies, birds like flamingos and other wild animals of the high Andes.

Explore the unique cylindrical tombs of Peru’s Pukara Culture during this 4-hour excursion to the Sillustani burial site. Travel through the ‘Altiplano’ (High Plains) to this ancient indigenous funerary site where you’ll visit the “Chullpas” burial towers and learn about this Pre-Columbian culture’s belief in the afterlife. All entrance fees and roundtrip hotel transport are covered.

The archaeological complex of Sillustani (FUNERAL TOWERS) is located at the high plateau surrounded by a magical lagoon called Umayo of stunning beauty in the western city of Puno. Sillustani is one of the most important necropolis in the Andean world known for its gigantic funerary towers "CHULLPAS". The famous Chullpas are towers constructed in stone that were used by diverse cultures, among them the collas and later by the Incas. The chullpa of the Lizard stands out for being the highest of site, reaching more than 12 meters of height. In the vicinity you can see some waru waru, which are artificial earth mounds designed to protect crops against frosts and floods. With luck in Sillustani you can also observe wild pigs of the Indies, birds like flamingos and other wild animals of the high Andes.

This is another site in Peru that I highly recommended for those interested in ancient ruins, and mystical energy. This was an amazing site that needs to be experienced, as pictures just do not “do it justice.”

Explore the unique cylindrical Burial towers of Peru’s Pukara and inkas  Culture during this 4 hour excursion to the Sillustani burial site. our Travel  agency provide  a guide, transportation, and entrance fees through the ‘Altiplano’ (High Plains) to this ancient indigenous funerary site where you’ll visit the “Chullpas” burial towers and learn about this Pre-Columbian culture’s belief in the afterlife.

Seize the opportunity to visit the incredible and unique Uros Islands, which sit floating on magnificent Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world. On this guided tour, learn how these man-made islands are constructed and maintained, as well as how the local people live sustainably, using the resources available to them. Take a trip away from the bustling city, and discover these little-known, distant communities.

Lake Titicaca is the highest navigable lake in the world, at over 3,800 meters above sea level! Take a trip from the port of Puno and navigate these shimmering waters to the legendary Floating Islands of the Uros people, constructed entirely out of the buoyant totora reed, a bulrush wetland plant which grows naturally in the lake. Discover a unique community and way of life, that was until recently unknown to the outside world.

Aramu Muru or Hayu Marca, is certainly one of the most mystical places in Lake Titicaca, in Hayu Marka, there is an enigmatic gate carved in a one big Stone located in the middle of the rocky formations, also this place is a reference for many mystical people around the World. Our tour to Aramu Muru does interesting stops on the way. The first stop is in Chucuito village a colonial town, near is The Temple of Inca Uyo which has more than 20 penises carved in stone, probably related with the fertility. After doing the visit, we will continue to Aramu Muru gate located in a fantastic place among rocky formations, the tour includes a short hiking around.

This spiritual experience is led by a local shaman. Hike to Aramu Muru, a door-like stone structure near Lake Titicaca known as “Gate of the Gods,” to make offerings to Mother Nature. The experience includes ceremonies, meditations, offerings, and rituals to absorb the vortex energy of this interdimensional doorway. Lunch, snacks, and offerings are included in the price.

THE FIRST STOP IS MADE IN "LAGUNILLAS" CONTINUING OUR TOUR, WE WILL STOP AT "PATAWASI” (PAMPA CAÑAHUAS), WHERE WE OFFER PASSENGERS A SNACK AND COFFEE, AT THIS POINT THEY CAN ALSO MAKE USE OF THE SS.HH, IN ADDITION TO BEING ABLE TO BUY HANDICRAFTS AND SOUVENIRS . THE NEXT STOP WILL BE IN "PAMPA CAÑAHUAS" WE WILL ARRIVE IN THE CITY OF AREQUIPA BETWEEN 12:15 - 12:45 APPROXIMATELY (AT NOON), THE TRANSFER TO THE HOTEL IS INCLUDED IN OUR SERVICE. STOPS THROUGHOUT THE ROUTE: (NO ADDITIONAL PAYMENT IS NECESSARY) Departure day: Mon to Sun Time of departure: 06:00 Arrival Time: 12:00 Duration approx: 6hrs. Exclusive Service for Tourists Price: USD 35.00 TIME / PLACE OF SHIPMENT: AT THEIR HOTEL IN PUNO 05:45 - 06:00 HOURS. (INCLUDING HOTELS IN THE CITY CENTER AND BAY) TIME / PLACE OF ARRIVAL: WE WILL ARRIVE IN THE CITY OF AREQUIPA BETWEEN 12:15 - 12:45 APPROXIMATELY (AT NOON), THE TRANSFER TO THE HOTEL IS INCLUDED IN OUR SERVICE. INCLUDE STOPS, GUIDE ON BOARD AND SNACK.

Discover the indigenous culture and gorgeous scenery of Uros Island during this 5-hour day trip. Step away from mainland Peru and into a different world on Lake Titicaca as you explore the sublime scenery, unique wildlife and fascinating culture of these man-made islands. Enjoy true local hospitality as you spend the day learning to fish, trap birds and cut reeds with the islands’ residents, all set amidst the lake’s gorgeous natural environment. A guide, entrance fees and round-trip hotel transport are covered.

Commune with the ancient spirits of the Inca, and the gorgeously stark scenery of Peru, during this 5-hour trip to the Sillustani Ruins. Travel through small rural villages during the 27-mile (45-kilometer) drive to Sillustani and the striking Umayo Lagoon that lies nearby. You’ll explore the unique Inca and Pre-Inca funerary towers, or ‘Chullpas,’ that dot this archaeological site, learning about their history and significance from your guide. Your site entrance fee, plus round-trip hotel transport from select hotels, is included.

Escape from Puno City on this 4-hour tour and head north to see Sillustani, which is one of the main archaeological attractions in the Lake Titicaca area. Discover the towers of Sillustani, they are the most impressive of the burial towers constructed by the Colla people. They are distinctive because the Colla used brick-like rectangular edges, in contrast with the Inca who used stones of varying shapes. The Colla, who were later incorporated into the Inca empire, constructed the towers to bury their nobility.

Visit the pre-Incan archaeological site of Sillustani on a half-day tour from Puno. Situated at almost 4,000 meters above sea level, this site was carefully chosen and built by the Kolla people to bury their chiefs and priests. Learn about the ancient Andean cultures of this area and take in the beautiful scenery of the surrounding landscapes before heading back to Puno.

Discover the culture of the Uros people on a half-day tour from Puno. Visit the floating islands in the middle of Lake Titicaca and learn about the daily life of the Uros people from your guide and the community. Take a ride in one of their reed boats which they use to travel between islands and learn about the beautiful handicrafts that they have become so well-known for.

Get personalized attention from a private guide on this half-day tour to Amaru Muru. Explore the Chucuito village and the Temple of Inca Uyo as well. Round-trip private transportation from Puno hotels included.