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UROS
Enjoy a guided visit to Uros floating isles on Lake Titicaca, located on the National Reserve of Titicaca on the Bay of Puno. Made from totora reeds, these Islands are home of the Uros community which pre-dates the Incan civilization. They call themselves kot-suña or people of the lake who claim to have "black blood", as they are consequently immune to the cold and consider themselves the owners of the lake and its waters. They continue living on the islands by fishing, weaving and now, tourism.
Duration: 1/2 day | Difficulty level: I | Frequency: Daily | Schedule: Morning and Afternoon | Attractions: Photos, Boat, Local Community and Birds | Transportation: Provided by Andean Experience | Recommended for children. |
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TITILAKA ARCH
Take a familiarization walk around the Titilaka Lodge. In this excursion, see the community lifestyle adjacent to the hotel, observing residents in their daily tasks. Then ascend towards a stone arch, which is at the top of a hill from where you can see the landscape, a magnificent view of the lake, the community within and the idyllic environment.
Duration: 1/2 day | Difficulty level: II | Frequency: Daily | Schedule: Morning and Afternoon | Attractions: Photos and Local Community | Transportation: Provided by Andean Experience. |
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Private guide
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TAQUILE
Take a boat ride to the island of Taquile, where you can see the beautiful mountain ranges of Cordillera Real of Bolivia and its snow peaks. This traditional island is inhabited by islanders of Quechua origin, as opposed to the majority of population of Puno who are of Aymara origin. Taquile lives in its own world, completely detached from the rest of the world, maintaining their ancient Quechua traditions. Its scenery is stunning, red soil in contrast with the intense blue of the lake, the sky and a striking background of snowcapped mountains of the Cordillera Real. On the higher part of the island are remains of ancient stone buildings, somewhat like quarters and roads. One can also view stone tombs.
Duration: 1/2 day | Difficulty level: II | Frequency: Daily | Schedule: Morning | Attractions: Photos, Boat, Local Community, Birds and Archaeological Site | Transportation: Provided by Andean Experience | Recommended for children. |
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SILLUSTANI
Enjoy a guided excursion to Sillustani, a peninsula facing the Umayo lagoon, located at a short distance from Puno. It was a burial ground of the Colla tribe that lived in the region long before the Inca expansion. The tower-like structures known as Chullpas, which symbolized life and birth, are ancient and impressive tombs from the pre-Inca period that served as burial places for chiefs and important people. Later the site was inhabited by the Incas, who made their own version of these towers. That is why there are two types - the rough, smaller pre-Inca towers, and the smooth, larger ones made by the Incas. The biggest tower took about 50 years to be made and consists of rocks weighing anywhere from 2 to 6 tons. An interesting site to visit that combines archaeology, history and rustic landscapes.
Duration: 1/2 day | Difficulty level: I | Frequency: Daily | Schedule: Morning and Afternoon | Attractions: Photos and Archaeological Site | Transportation: Provided by Andean Experience | Recommended for children. |
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MOUNTAIN BIKING TO INCA ANATAWI
A high demanding difficulty level excursion where you take an approximately two hour ride on mountain bike through the communities around this area of Lake Titicaca, towards Inca Anatawi; chosen name for the remains of an Inca Trail built on the edge of a rocky mountain. The ascending up the Inca Trail is moderate and may have some difficulty after riding the bike; the view from the top is privileged and nearby, some seats were finely carved into a rock. After the descent you may take some refreshing snacks to recharge the energies spent and return by private car back to the hotel.
Duration: ½ day | Difficulty level: III | Frequency: Daily | Schedule: Morning and Afternoon | Attractions: Bicycle and Local Community | Transportation: Provided by Andean Experience. |
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LOCAL FESTIVAL
Puno is the folkloric capital of Peru, a fusion of Catholic and Andean beliefs which have created an intense tradition of festival celebration as part of its culture and customs. Each feast involves an infinite number of dances and typical cuisine. Guests may visit neighboring local communities during its festival season according to the calendar of fiestas which we can provide upon request.
Duration: 1/2 day | Difficulty level: II | Frequency: According to festivals’ calendar | Schedule: Flexible | Attractions: Local Community and Photos | Transportation: Provided by Andean Experience. |
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PERKA (August 2008)
Start the excursion heading towards the totora reeds near Titilaka refuge sailing west, observing these aquatic plants that are still used by locals in their daily tasks. Continue to the shores of Chucuito Peninsula, with the opportunity to witness shore birds such as ducks, Andean seagulls, flamingos and grebes. Then visit homes of the locals and their nearby farmlands. Perka is a quiet community that practically does not have any connection with tourism but it is possible to enjoy its beaches and some aperitifs on the shores of the lake in a relaxing peaceful ambience.
Duration: 1/2 day | Difficulty level: I | Frequency: Daily | Schedule: Morning and Afternoon | Attractions: Photos, Boat, Local Community and Birds | Transportation: Provided by Andean Experience. |
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