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Uros & Taquile Islands Full Day Tour with lunch
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About this activity
Explore Sillustani, Peru's most significant pre-Inca burial site, where ancient stone chullpas (funerary towers) rise dramatically against the backdrop of a glacial lake near Puno. This 3-hour excursion reveals how the Aymara and Quechua civilizations honoured their dead, with over 4,000 individuals interred across this haunting archaeological landscape.
Discover the wonders of Puno visiting the mysterious funerary towers, or also known as Chullpas of Sillustani. Surrounded by funerary towers and a beautiful lake, Sillustani is the most important pre-Inca cemetery in Peru, where they buried more than 4 thousand people.
If at the end of your visit to Puno, you did not have time to know this fantastic site, you can do it by taking advantage of the way to the airport of Juliaca.
Highlights
- ✓Walk among dozens of restored and partially-intact stone chullpas dating back 500+ years
- ✓Learn about pre-Incan burial practices and social hierarchy through tower architecture and size
- ✓Panoramic views of Lake Umayo and the high-altitude Andean plateau
- ✓Guided interpretation of construction techniques and cultural significance
- ✓Convenient timing for airport transfers to Juliaca
Insider tips
- ★Arrive early or late afternoon for softer light and fewer tour groups; the site can feel crowded mid-day
- ★Bring sun protection and a windbreaker—the exposed plateau offers no shade and afternoon winds pick up
- ★Ask your guide to point out the intact royal chullpas versus commoner burials; the height and stonework differences tell a clear story
Good to know
- •Elevation is approximately 3,800m; allow time to acclimatise if arriving directly from lower altitudes
- •Wear sturdy walking shoes with good grip; terrain includes gravel paths and uneven stone
- •Tour includes transport from Puno; confirm pick-up location and time with operator the day before
- •Site is largely open-air with minimal shelter; bring water and snacks
Who it's for
History and archaeology enthusiastsCultural travellers interested in pre-Columbian civilisationsPhotographers seeking dramatic landscapes and UNESCO-grade monumentsVisitors with limited time in Puno or connecting through Juliaca airport
Best time to visit
Visit May–September (dry season) for clear skies and stable weather. Early morning (6–8am) or late afternoon (3–5pm) minimises crowds and provides the best photography light across the towers and lake.
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