EDGAR ADVENTURES

Umayo Island – Sillustani Complex – Farm house

Explore this magical place Sillustani archeological complex is the most important in our region surrounded by spectacular landscapes and a quietness few times observed, rowing onto the Umayu Island by a precious lagoon enjoy of unique landscapes and spots other travelers would consider a privilege to see. This trip will give you a wide perspective of the nature and history of the main grave yard of the Kolla Culture. Here, huge funerary towers are set in spectacular landscapes formed by the surrounding mountains and the “Humayo” lagoon. Here life has changed very little over the centuries, also have the chance to visit a traditional native house and observe guinea pigs, llamas, potato farms etc. and learn about real life in the Altiplano region. A fascinating glimpse into the local culture.

Pick up from your hotel in Puno. By bus we travel through the Altiplano "the High Plains". Observing the typical flora of the highlands, after 50 minutes bus ride arrival to a small pier where experienced fishermen and their rowing boats wait for us for an unforgettable journey onto Umayu island ( 20 minutes, ow.) The Island is today a natural reserve for vicunas a type of South American camelides that mean to have the finest wool fiber, explore the island, and later continue rowing onto the peninsula of Sillustani to see the Archeological complex with the same name. There we take a guided tour which tells us about the ancient beliefs in the afterlife, while observing the huge funerary towers know as “Chullpas” impressive examples of megalithic architecture some of them with 12 meters high . Used by the lords of Kolla pre Inca nation. After on the way back to Puno we stop to see one of the traditional houses, part of the community of Hantun Kolla , observe the local’s way of life , products they farm and get involved in some of their daily activities such as farming , weaving or just feeding the guinea pig. Then continue to Puno neither for 45 minute nor onto the Airport in Juliaca for 1 hour.

Note: as this is a private trip it can run either in the morning or afternoon. If time for lunch on the way we can organize a traditional lunch on a farm house (extra)

Duration: Half day | Difficulty level: II | Culture Shock Grading: III | Frequency: Upon request | Schedule: morning or afternoon | Attractions: Landscapes, local culture & History | Transportation: Private Bus & rowing boat service

• Private bus transport
• Rowing boat
• Professional Guides, high performance warranted.
• Entrance fees.

• Sillustani Experience ½ Day
• $ 42.00 - 2 people
• $ 36.00 - 3 people
• $ 33.00 - 4 people UP.

For this journey the following items are advisable to carry in addition to what you already will take in your day pack for a day trip.

• Warm clothing and a jacket or a fleece
• Hat and sun glasses
• Sun screen (sun block) very important.
• Extra snacks: Power bars, peanuts, chocolates & drinks.