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Key Info for Visitors
- Currency: PEN
- Languages: Spanish, Quechua, Aymara, English
- Climate: Highland (Alpine)
- Timezone: America/Lima
- Population: Approximately 140,000 residents
- Best Time to Visit: best time to visit is during the dry season, May to October.
- Visa Requirements Visitors from many countries, including the US, EU, and UK, do not require a visa for stays up to 90 days. Some nationalities can obtain a visa on arrival or apply for an e-visa before travel. It is important to have a valid passport and proof of onward travel. Always check the latest requirements before traveling.
About Puno
Puno is a captivating city perched on the shores of Lake Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world. Known as the folkloric capital of Peru, Puno offers a unique blend of indigenous culture, breathtaking natural beauty, and rich history. The city serves as the gateway to exploring the lake’s mystical floating islands made of totora reeds, inhabited by the Uros people. Visitors are drawn to Puno for its vibrant festivals, traditional music, and colorful textiles that reflect the deep-rooted Andean heritage. The surrounding landscape of high-altitude plains and snow-capped mountains creates a dramatic backdrop for adventure and cultural immersion. Puno’s charm lies in its authenticity and the opportunity to experience life in the Andes, making it a must-visit destination for travelers seeking both natural wonders and cultural richness.
Top Attractions
1. Lake Titicaca – The world’s highest navigable lake, famous for its stunning scenery and indigenous communities on floating reed islands. 2. Uros Floating Islands – Unique man-made islands constructed from totora reeds, home to the Uros people who maintain traditional lifestyles. 3. Sillustani Burial Towers – Pre-Incan funerary towers located on a hilltop overlooking Lake Umayo, showcasing ancient architecture and history. 4. Puno Cathedral – A beautiful colonial-era church located in the main square, notable for its baroque architecture and cultural significance. 5. Taquile Island – Known for its textile art and cooperative community, visitors can hike and learn about local customs and weaving traditions.
Popular Activities
Visitors to Puno can enjoy boat tours on Lake Titicaca to visit the floating islands and nearby communities. Hiking and exploring archaeological sites like Sillustani offer adventure and insight into ancient cultures. Cultural experiences include attending traditional festivals, visiting local markets, and participating in weaving workshops. Birdwatching and photography are popular due to the rich biodiversity and stunning landscapes. Nighttime offers opportunities to enjoy live Andean music and dance performances.
Puno Tours & Experiences
- Top Attractions: Highlights of Peru
- Duration Range: Visitors to Puno can enjoy boat tours on Lake Titicaca to visit the floating islands and nearby communities. Hiking and exploring archaeological sites like Sillustani offer adventure and insight into ancient cultures. Cultural experiences include attending traditional festivals, visiting local markets, and participating in weaving workshops. Birdwatching and photography are popular due to the rich biodiversity and stunning landscapes. Nighttime offers opportunities to enjoy live Andean music and dance performances.
- Group Size: Private or shared tours
- Difficulty Level: All Comfort Levels
- Recommended For: The best time to visit is during the dry season, May to October. Pack warm clothing due to cold nights and high altitude. Stay hydrated and take it easy on arrival to prevent altitude sickness. Respect local customs and ask permission before photographing people. Use cash in local currency for small purchases, and carry some Peruvian soles as card acceptance can be limited. Safety is generally good, but keep an eye on belongings in crowded areas.
Average Tour Price: $65
Lowest Price Tour: $55
Highest Price Tour: $250
204 Available Tour Excursions in Puno
HALF DAY UROS ISLAND KAYAKING TOUR The Uros Islands kayaking half day tour travels within the heart of the Lake Titicaca National Reserve, habit of endemic and migrant birds and location for reed man made floating islands on Wily river. Your Uros Island Kayaking Tour starts at 8:50 am, after an early hotel breakfast, with pick-up from your Puno hotel to kayak dock. At this point you’ll wear personal floatation device, enter in your Kayak and start sailing on Lake Titicaca, but not so fast first your English speaking guide will get you prepared for the day ahead and fitted into your kayaks. Get elemental kayak paddling instructions, paddling techniques and more.
Price: $50.00
Duration: 3 hours
A trip until the heart of Titicaca lake, to discover the traditions and the culture of Taquile Island, where the community lives defending its authenticity and simplicity.
Price: $80.00
Duration: 48 hours
we offer this services with the new cars and all permission ,also the people who arrive to Juliaca airport to go directly to your hotel
Price: $60.00
Duration: 1 hours
We offer an authentic and personalized experience, combining comfort, tradition and adventure. Sail comfortably in a modern vessel as our local bilingual guides reveal the best-kept stories and secrets of Lake Titicaca. Enjoy genuine interaction with the communities of Uros and Taquile, tasting typical dishes. More than an excursion, you will live a deep connection with culture and nature in one of the most spectacular places in the world.
Price: $43.00
Duration: 9 hours
The Sunset Tour will take you on a kayak tour to enjoy an unforgettable sunset, first of all we will depart from the port of Esteves Island by kayak, along the way we will see beautiful landscapes and the flora and fauna found in Lake Titicaca and We will be arriving at the island of the aurochs in an hour. Then upon arrival Ronal will explain the life of the aurochs and customs to us, then we will return by kayak from the island of the aurochs to the port to see the sunset. DETAILS: Tour Duration: 3 hours approx. (hotel/uros/hotel) Paddling Distance: 10km round trip. Hotel pick-up time: 3:00 p.m. Return to Hotels: 06.00 am. Kayak Frequency: Daily.
Price: $50.00
Duration: 3 hours
An adventure program that will allow you to reach the Floating Islands of the Uros, adventure in Kayak for an hour and arrive at this wonderful and peculiar place that will allow you to do friendly practices with the environment, you will get to know closely the reproduction of the reeds, fish, birds a set of flora and fauna and. Speed boat to Taquile Island
Price: $75.00
Duration: 8 hours
We do this tour by van, mini bus depending on the number of passengers. It is the best option to visit The Church of Santiago and The Catacombs. We will see the beautiful replica of Michelangelo's La Pietá Sculpture in Lamba and the Historic Pyramid of Qalasaya.
Price: $45.00
Duration: 9 hours
We’re mostly exited to wear personal floatation device, enter in the kayak and start paddling on the blue water of Lake Titicaca, right now! But not so fast if you’re a beginner your English speaking kayak guide is going to introduce you into elemental kayak paddling lessons, paddling techniques and more.
Price: $90.00
Duration: 3-4 hours
In this exclusive 12-hour tour, you will have the opportunity to visit three magnificent islands on Lake Titicaca. This tour is ideal for those who have limited time but want to experience the best of what the lake has to offer: Amantani Island: You will hike to the top of the island to visit the ceremonial temples Pachamama. You will also have the opportunity to interact with the locals and learn about their unique way of life. Taquile Island: You will visit the craft market and witness a parade with panoramic views of the lake. Uros Island: You will visit the famous and unique floating islands of the Uros, which have been inhabited for over 500 years. Overall, this tour offers a unique opportunity to experience the culture, history, and natural beauty of Lake Titicaca in just one day.
Price: $249.99
Duration: 12 hours
We offer a reliable and secure private transfer service between the Inca Manco Cápac de Juliaca Airport and the city of Puno, adapted to your schedules and needs. We check the status of your flight to ensure punctuality and use modern vehicles with high standards of cleanliness and safety, ensuring a comfortable and hassle-free journey. Our drivers, in addition to being professional and knowing the route in detail, provide personalized attention, help you with luggage and share valuable information about the region. With a direct journey of approximately one hour, you will enjoy the landscapes of the Altiplano without unnecessary stops, arriving at your destination quickly and relaxed.
Price: $47.00
Duration: 1 hours
Why do we recommend the Uros and Taquile tour by speedboat? The main reason is that we shortened the navigation time on the lake, having more time to enjoy the visits in Uros and Taquile, in addition to having calmer walks and being more comfortable because the boat is also more spacious and comfortable. The places that are visited are the same as those of the Tour de Uros and Taquile normal boat: 2 islands in the Uros (of the more than 90 islands that make up these floating islands) Taquile Island, where we will visit its main square to have lunch and appreciate its customs, beautiful views of the lake and its textiles. As we mentioned before, the difference is basically the navigation time that each boat makes as we show below.
Price: $45.00
Duration: 9 hours
It offers a different way of visiting the amazing and popular reed home islands from Puno city. This late afternoon on your kayak you’ll cover the beautiful foreshore of Southern Uros islands in Lake Titicaca National Reserve. It’s perfect for those who are fairly new to kayaking, as well as more experienced kayakers who enjoy and appreciate the contrast while the sun is slowly setting over Puno hill and the reed islands. Current launch location is Chimu bay 15 min away from Puno city on the South high way to Bolivia, but you won’t need to make sure how you’re going to get to the local dock for the scheduled arrival time because private transfer is included. You don’t need to be an experienced kayaker as our kayaks are really stable and you will be instructed and guided in a small group of paddlers (or only you).
Price: $65.00
Duration: 3 hours
It is differentiated by the speed of the boat, so that we will save more time in navigation and will have much more time to enjoy the Islands, sharing experiences with the locals, and also take an optional ride in local transport.
Price: $59.00
Duration: 8-9 hours
It differs by the speed of the boat, unlike the normal boat travels 3 hours to Taquile, the speedboat does it in just 1 hour, so we will gain more time in navigation and enjoyment.
Price: $39.99
Duration: 8-9 hours
Group of natives living in the Lake Titicaca since Pre-Inca time and call themselves «children of the lake». The islands as their homes, boats and furniture are made of reeds (totora). The homes on the island have electricity powered by solar panels. The travelers are well welcomed and you can stay with the natives, boating and fishing, enjoying the typical food in the middle of a beautiful landscape, and see at night the sky of stars. You will also have a chance to do manual labor with the natives, either as cutting the reeds and knitting with the ladies. Enjoy an experience to spend a night on this floating island along the hospitality of their families.
Price: $85.00
Duration: 48 hours
The shimmering blue waters of Lake Titicaca is home to the famous, man-made Floating Islands of Uros. These islands and their dwellings, which date back to pre-Incan time, are made completely out of totora reeds, a native bulrush plant that grows in the lake. With a guided tour, get to know the inhabitants that have formed a small community and learn how these islands stay afloat. During the afternoon, visit the island of Taquile and experience the unique culture of the locals.
Price: $44.88
Duration: 12 hours
Discover Peru’s most iconic road trip! Travel from Puno to Cusco in style aboard the official ‘Route of the Sun’ touristic bus. Along this full-day journey, you’ll stop at 4 cultural landmarks—like the Andean Sistine Chapel and an ancient Inca temple—while enjoying breathtaking mountain views and insight from expert guides. With over 24 years of experience, our modern luxury buses include onboard service, daily departures, and an authentic connection to Peru’s living traditions. ✔️ Scenic stops in the Andes ✔️ Guided visits to cultural heritage sites ✔️ Buffet lunch included ✔️ Comfortable transport with onboard facilities
Price: $50.00
Duration: 10 hours
Embark on a unique adventure on Lake Titicaca! Join our two-day tour and explore the Uros Floating Islands, the Island of Amantaní and the Island of Taquile. Live an authentic experience with local communities: sail between islands made of reeds, share moments with Quechua families in Ammantani, enjoy their hospitality and learn about their ancestral traditions. In Taquile, you will discover its customs in a stunning landscape, accompanied by typical music and dances. An unforgettable experience that will deeply connect you to the culture and nature of the world’s highest and most navigable lake!
Price: $75.00
Duration: 48 hours
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Important Tour Information
- Bring comfortable walking shoes and appropriate clothing
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- Arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes early
- Carry valid identification and tour booking confirmation
Frequently Asked Questions
Local Food & Cuisine
Puno’s cuisine reflects its Andean roots with hearty dishes suited to the high altitude. Signature foods include trout from Lake Titicaca, quinoa soup, and alpaca meat. Traditional dishes such as chupe de quinua (quinoa chowder) and pachamanca (meat and vegetables cooked underground) are local favorites. Dining customs emphasize communal meals and sharing. Noteworthy restaurants include Mojsa and Balcones de Puno, which offer authentic regional flavors with comfortable settings.
Getting Around
Puno is accessible by bus and air, with Juliaca Airport nearby serving domestic flights. Local transportation includes taxis and minibuses, which are affordable and convenient for getting around town. Boat tours are the primary way to explore Lake Titicaca. Walking is common in the city center. Costs are generally low, but it is advisable to agree on taxi fares beforehand.
Travel Tips
The best time to visit is during the dry season, May to October. Pack warm clothing due to cold nights and high altitude. Stay hydrated and take it easy on arrival to prevent altitude sickness. Respect local customs and ask permission before photographing people. Use cash in local currency for small purchases, and carry some Peruvian soles as card acceptance can be limited. Safety is generally good, but keep an eye on belongings in crowded areas.
Culture & Customs
Puno’s culture is deeply influenced by indigenous Aymara and Quechua traditions. Social customs emphasize respect for elders and community participation. The city is famous for the Virgen de la Candelaria festival, a vibrant event with traditional music, dance, and colorful costumes. Visitors should greet locals politely and dress modestly when visiting religious sites. Gift-giving and bargaining in markets are common practices.
