South Uros Day Kayak + Lunch
US$ 69 per person
By far is a long distance paddling and all-inclusive Uros kayak off the beaten trail tour: round-trip transfers are included and lunch besides of guide, entrance fees, kayak gear and kayak equipment.
You'll gain unique memorable kayak adventure to more remote, less commercialized places at Uros Island area on Lake Titicaca.
We strive to customize each trip to the requests and skill levels of the group or individuals involved.
1 Day Kayak at South Uros + Lunch Features
Activity level: Moderate
Distance Paddling: 15 km
Tour Route: From the South side to the North side Uros
Hotel Pick-Up Time: 9:00 am.
Drop Off By Hotels: 2:45 pm.
Kayak Frequency: Daily
Where you’ll begin kayaking
This morning 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 clear, crystal water surrounded by the fresh reeds and local birds.
Current launch location is Chimu bay 15 min away from Puno city on the South high way to Bolivia. We’re then heading to Northern side taking in sight of the reed islands and the reed crafts.
Where you’ll have lunch
In the Northern Uros area are located most of the floating lodges. Here after your confirmation we’re immediately booking the lunch which overlooking the lake will provide unique experience. It may be at Qhantany Lodge, Summa Paqarina Lodge, Khantati Lodge or Aruntawi Lodge.
Guest reviews (on TripAdvisor)
Before you go read what our client has commented about this kayak tour in Southern Uros then be part of this off the beaten path tour.
Private kayak trip
We took a private kayak trip around the Uros islands with Edison, he was fantastic and knowledgeable. Felt like we had the whole lake to ourselves, kept us well off the beaten track! Definitely worth paying for this over a boat trip.
Great kayak tour with Edison
We had a great kayaking tour with Edison on Lake Titicaca. The equipment is top and Edison a super sympathetic guide who knows a lot about the lake and the surrounding area. The whole tour is very untouristic, even on the Floating Islands we made our lunch stop on an island where only we were. Without exception recommended!
Tour Overview
- 9:00 am Quick transfer from your downtown Puno hotel to kayak dock. 15 minutes of driving out of Puno city to Southern Uros.
- 9:20 am upon arrival at kayak point departure your guide provides basic instructions.
- 9:25 am we’re paddling towards Northern Uros Islands following the long distance throughout the main water channel used by big boats going to Taquile and Amanani Islands. At the time we arrive it’s much more probable they’re gone.
You have the option to take the short route then you should book Lake Titicaca Kayak. Full day kayaking from Southern Uros Chimu side to the floating reed village with lunch included on one of the North reed Lodges.
- 11:00 am we’ll find ourselves paddling throughout the water channel used by tour boats going to Taquile and Amantani islands but at this hour is empty.
- 11:40 pm first sights of the reed islands, arrival to Uros.
- 12:15 pm we’ll step on one of the floating lodge in the Northern side to enjoy a tasty locally prepared lunch.
- 1:15 pm kayak again from Uros to Puno bay.
- 2:30 pm arrival time to besides Libertador hotel and be transferred to your hotel by our driver.
What you’ll do
Chimu launch point
This Uros Island kayaking Tour off the beaten path starts at 9:00 am, after an early hotel breakfast, you’re going to be picked up by our driver Lucho, David or Guido then driven to Chimu kayak dock.
Landscape nearby local port departure is impressive and beautiful.
You’ll immediately wear your personal floatation device, enter in the kayak and start paddling on the blue water of Lake Titicaca, right away!
But not so fast, if you’re a beginner your friendly and passionate English speaking kayak guide is going to introduce you into elemental kayak paddling lessons, paddling techniques and more.
You then will feel nature is all to us for exploring.
Paddling speed is always at your own rhythm without any pressure.
Scenic surroundings
The place offers incredible views where High plateau sky and lake is one, blue water ways, green carpeted reeds (mostly in rainy seasons) and native birds living around in their natural habitat all this is amazing.
We’re going to paddle through a water channel used by big motor boats going to open Lake (Amantani and Taquile Islands).
We’re going to have a panoramic view of the Peninsula of Capachica and Chucuito.
Endless blue water acts like a natural border between Quechua speakers at Capachica and Aymara speaker people at Chucuito peninsula.
After almost 2 hours paddling we’re going to reach to Uros Floating village.
First impression will be how these islands would have been built. But, there is no need to imagine! Just let your guide explain you about their origin, history, way of life and more importantly how the islands are built.
After almost one hour we’ll see the first reed islands in front of us, our extra paddle from this point to Northern area will provide extra chance for exploring these interesting homes.
Almost one hundred floating Islands can be counted, which are distributed along the Wily River and the shallow parts.
At the time we’ll arrive is almost 12:15 pm and this hour is not crowded at all.
We’re having lunch at Uros Khantati, Aruntawi Lodge, Summa Paqari Lodge, Qhantany Lodge or other similar. They have one thing in common they prepare tasty lunch which will be enjoyed overlooking the lake from inside their glass window and reed houses.
There will be time to encounter with the Islanders, or sit and relax.
Lunch is basically based on grilled Chicken or Trout with vegetables and dessert (banana and mango covered with melted chocolate) or another different presentation.
Now finally after exploring the Islands we’ll take Northern water way to return to Puno and arrive to Uros Kalapajra pier.
Here the driver will be ready and then you are taken to your hotel.
Around 2:45 pm you’ll be again at your hotel.
What to bring
- Sun protection
- Sunglasses
- Hat/Cap
- Long sleeve T-shirt
- Fruits or snacks for our first stop.
- Chocolate bar.
What’s included (what we provide)
- Private transfer from your Puno hotel to kayak dock.
- 01 double or single sit-inside kayaks (Perception/Prijon)
- Jacket life, spray skirt, paddles.
- Kayak instructor/guide.
- 01 bottle of water per person.
- Lunch.
- Drop off by hotels on return.
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How to book
- You can get it fully booked by paying an Initial Amount via PayPal and the Total Balance must be paid in USD or PEN cash at the end of tour, then this is how you’ll get your Tour Confirmation from us.
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