Full day: SILLUSTANI BY HORSE BACK + UMAYO ISLAND
TRIP CODE: HB.FD.SIL
Totorani Waterfalls, Desolated Highland landscapes, Sillustani pre Inca cemetery & Humayo Island
Explore the altiplano highlands by horseback, early bus ride from Puno to a small ranch there Meet Taft “Altiplano” cowboys, highlanders, then by horseback we traverse solitary but spectacular landscapes, the views are outstanding while we observe the flora and fauna of the high Andes and enjoy the views over the serene Umayo Lagoon. After 2 ½ hours horseback ride arrival to Sillustani, by the Humayo lagoon there from a small port a Taft fisherman on a paddle wooden boat will take us to the Umayo island on the centre of the lagoon, this island is a reservation to protect Vicunas a type of south American camelid, that mean to have the fines wool fiber, as well Chinchillas, Viscachas , eagles and wild guinea pigs can be observed. Later return to Sillustani complex lunch at a panoramic restaurant and visit the Cemetery of the Kolla lords a pre Incan culture. Guided visit in this magical place, learn about the fascinate life after death believes in the Andes and ancient Peru. On Sillustani ruins we observe enormous “Chullpas” funerary towers for the pre Inca Kolla Kings. Then travel to Puno city by bus or continue to Juliaca airport. On the way visit to a tipical farm house.
Duration: half day | Difficulty level: II | Culture Shock Grading: III | Frequency: Upon request | Schedule: morning or early afternoon. | Attractions: Unique locations, Humayo Island & physical challenge | Transportation: Private bus & horseback ride service
INCLUSIONS
- Private bus
- Specialized guide in adventure journeys
- Horseback ride
- Paddle boat ride
- Lunch at Sillustani panoramic restaurant
- Entrance fees.
NOT INCLUDED
- Drinks extra
- Tips
PRICE PER PERSON IN $ USD
- FULL DAY: SILLUSTANI BY HORSE BACK + HUMAYO ISLAND - PRICE PER PERSON
- $ 118.00 - 2 people
- $ 101.90 - 3 people
- $ 89.00 - 4 people
- $ 82.00 - 5/6 people
- $ 79.00 - 7/10 people
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Dear Edgar,
Thank you for making the arrangements for my bus trip from Cusco and return, and my visits to Taquile and Uros. Everything went smoothly, and I will recommend your company to anybody. I am sorry I could not attend the Silustani visit, .... Don Grierson