Tamaya Titicaca Camping
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- Unusual camping experience on a floating island on Lake Titicaca
- Half an hour by boat from the city of Puno
- Yoga, kayaking and wild swimming on site; island tours available
Now for something completely different. It’s not every day you get to camp on a floating island, but here’s your chance, for Tamaya Titicaca Camping is set on one of the Uros Islands, floating gently on the calm waters of Lake Titicaca near the border between Bolivia and Peru.
Created by tying together totora reeds in the shallow waters of the lake, these artificial islets are the traditional homes of the Uru people as well as the main sightseeing attractions around the waterside city of Puno – the gateway to your watery adventure.
Accessed by kayak (guests are provided with a free kayak to paddle themselves) from Puno in half an hour, Tamaya Titicaca is a quiet spot for meditating, yoga sessions and wild swimming in the lake – as well as admiring the colourful sunrises and sunsets. The owners of the site are happy to organise kayaking and fishing expeditions as well as tours to other islands (for an extra charge), and will happily take time to explain the structure of their islands and give insights into Uru heritage.
Generally speaking, facilities here are fairly basic, but meals are available for an extra charge, and you will have access to a hot shower in a private bathroom. In all, it's a pretty good way to immerse yourself in the experience of the highly unusual culture of the Uru people and their floating homes.
Site type
6Open all year 
Tourist board rating
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Dogs are not allowed if you are staying in the accommodation units.
- No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
- No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
- No gas barbecues allowed.
- No charcoal barbecues allowed.
- No electric barbecues allowed.
- Vehicles must be left on the mainland in Puno by the docks. Guests are provided with a kayak and training, free of charge, to transport themselves and their belongings to the site.
Languages spoken
English
Pitch types & availability
Non-electric grass tent or touring caravan pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 20.0m width x 15.0m depth (65.6ft width x 49.2ft depth) Calculated area: 300.0m² (3229.2ft²)
Arrival daysFrom US$16 (US$16) 1 night, 2 adults
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1 bedroom lodge
2 people maximum 
No dogs allowed 
Wifi at the unit/pitch 1 bedroomDimensions: 5.0m width x 5.0m length (16.4ft width x 16.4ft length) Calculated area: 25.0m² (269.1ft²)
Arrival daysFrom US$60 (US$60) 1 night, 2 adults
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Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Naturist (nudist) Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
PeacefulUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Tiny (1-10 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Fishing nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearbyLocation
Tamaya Titicaca Camping
Uros Lago Titicaca
Isla Tamaya
Puno
Puno
Peru
21000
Directions Timezone
America/Lima -0500 (GMT-05:00)
GPS
-15.8165°N
-69.97141°W
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
It’s not just human-built islets that are found on Lake Titicaca. Take a boat trip out to the natural island of Taquile (one and a half hours by speedboat from Puno) to see its inhabitants dressed in brightly coloured traditional costume as they weave traditional patterned fabrics that make unusual souvenirs.
Head for arid Amantaní Island (three hours by boat from Puno) to clamber up steep terraces to the peaks of Pachatata and Pachamama; from there you have impressive views across the lake. You can also get out on the water to join fishing expeditions alongside the locals.
Back on dry land, life in the lakeside city of Puno (half an hour by boat from Tamaya Titicaca Camping) drifts around the lively Plaza de Armas, overlooked by a twin-spired Baroque-style cathedral. The hilltop Cerrito de Huajsapata (a demanding 15-minute walk from central plaza) celebrates the life of an Inca hero; catch your breath and admire the views over Puno while you’re up there. Back down in the city, lively Jiron Lima is the main pedestrianised street, lined with craft stores, cafés and restaurants.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Tamaya Titicaca Camping have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
- Is Tamaya Titicaca Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Tamaya Titicaca Camping? It’s not just human-built islets that are found on Lake Titicaca. Take a boat trip out to the natural island of Taquile (one and a half hours by speedboat from Puno) to … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Tamaya Titicaca Camping?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Depart by: 1:30 p.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Depart by: 1:30 p.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Tamaya Titicaca Camping? From R291,68 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.