Nov 13, 2008

TAQUILE ISLAND FULL DAY



Taquile, is a fascinating island on the lake. It is 45km from Puno. It is about seven km long and one km wide and has several hills with Inca terracing. The scenery of the islands is beautiful. The soil is a deep earthy red color which in the strong highland sunlight, contrasts magnificently against the intense blue of the lake. The backdrop of the snow-capped Cordillera Real on the far side completes a splendid picture. The people wear colorful traditional clothes which they make themselves, they speak Quechua rather than the Aymara language of most Titicaca Indians, maintain a strong air of group individuality and don't often marry with non-Taquile people.

We highly recommend to spend one night in the island. A day tour is not recommended if you want to see the complete island.



Itinerary:

Early in the morning our guide will take you from your hotel, to go to the Punos port, there we will take the motorboat (2 hour trip) to go to Taquile island, We also visit Uros island, our guide will tell you everything about this places, the traditions of their inhabitants, etc, going back to Puno in the afternoon.

Included:

Professional English Speaking Guide
Entrance fees
Transportation

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