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The 8 hour journey appeared daunting, but travel first class and experience the fashion show, Pisco Sour tastings, traditional entertainment - never mind the food - and the views and the time just flashed by.
A must see - you can book a whole package involving the floating islands and Taquile, a forlorn island in Lake Titicaca from where you have a fantastic view over the peaceful lake!
You will be welcomed by Maria, one of the tourist guides. Ask her about the island, she is a lovely Indian teacher and very communicative.
From Puno you go by motor boat.
Man-made floating reed islands holding 5-6 huts each afloat the mighty Lake Titicaca - breathtaking. Amantani natural islands housing approx 1,000 residents - magnificent. Staying with an Amantani family, cooking with them, laughing with them, playing football with them, dancing with them - unmissable.
STA travel do some great tours around lake titicaca and islands.
The islands are around a two hour boat ride from Puna.
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