AMANTANI HOMESTAY 2 DAYS

OVERVIEW:

Amantani Homestay is a 2-day cultural tour from Puno, Peru, that combines an overnight stay with a local family on Amantani Island with visits to the Uros floating islands and Taquile Island. Discover the unique landscapes of Lake Titicaca, learn about local traditions, and experience the cultural heritage of the communities that have called these islands home for generations.

Throughout the journey, discover how the Uros people build their floating islands, homes, and boats using totora reeds, learn about everyday life on Amantani Island through a homestay with a local family, and experience traditional Andean music, dancing, and customs. On Taquile Island, explore the community’s renowned textile art, learning how weaving, knitting, and natural dyes remain an essential part of its cultural identity.

More than a sightseeing excursion, this Lake Titicaca homestay tour offers a closer connection to local life through shared meals, cultural exchanges, and encounters with the people who call these islands home. It is an opportunity to experience Amantani Island, Peru, beyond its scenery while discovering the living traditions and heritage that make Lake Titicaca such a remarkable destination.

Discover more of the region with these experiences:

Lake Titicaca Classic Tour – 1 Day: Explore the Uros floating islands and Taquile Island on a one-day excursion across Lake Titicaca.
Sun Route from Cusco to Puno: Travel through the Andean highlands and discover the cultural and historical highlights along the route between Cusco and Puno.
Half-Day Sillustani Tour: Visit the impressive pre-Inca and Inca funerary towers of Sillustani, set beside the beautiful Umayo Lagoon.

ITINERARY:

Day 1: Lake Titicaca – Uros Floating Islands – Amantani Island Homestay (L, D)

Your journey begins with a transfer from your hotel in Puno to the port, where you will board a boat to explore the Peruvian side of Lake Titicaca. The first stop is the Uros floating islands, where you will meet local residents and learn how these remarkable islands are constructed from layers of totora reeds. Discover how the reeds are also used to build traditional homes and boats, and gain insight into the daily life and cultural traditions of the Uros community.

After visiting Uros, continue by motorboat to Amantani Island, enjoying views of the vast lake along the way. Upon arrival, meet your host family, who will welcome you into their home and introduce you to local island life. Share a traditional lunch prepared with locally available ingredients and learn more about the customs and daily routines of the Amantani community.

In the afternoon, you may join an optional football match with local residents or hike to one of the island’s elevated viewpoints to enjoy panoramic views of Lake Titicaca at sunset. In the evening, share dinner with your host family before taking part in a traditional community gathering featuring local clothing, Andean music, and dancing. This cultural exchange offers a meaningful opportunity to experience the hospitality and traditions of Amantani Island.

Accommodation: Local family homestay
Meals included: Lunch and dinner

Day 2: Amantani Island – Taquile Island Tour – Puno (B, L)

After breakfast, say farewell to your host family and continue by motorboat to Taquile Island, a community renowned for its distinctive textile traditions and cultural heritage. The island’s weaving and knitting practices are an important part of everyday life, with men traditionally responsible for knitting and women involved in spinning wool and weaving belts known as chumpis. Natural dyes made from plants and minerals have also played a role in the island’s textile traditions.

Explore Taquile on foot, following an ancient stone pathway across the island while enjoying views of Lake Titicaca and its surrounding landscapes. During your visit, learn about the community’s customs, traditional clothing, and textile art, which has received international recognition for its cultural significance.

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before continuing your exploration of the island. At the end of the visit, descend approximately 500 steps toward the main port to board the boat back to Puno. The return journey concludes your two-day experience exploring the Uros floating islands, Amantani Island, and Taquile Island.