Skip the slow wooden boats and book a speedboat tour from Puno to save hours of travel time. You are here for the steep hike to the main plaza and the world-class weaving culture, not a lazy beach day. Spend at least three hours on the island to actually see the artisans at work. Skip the overpriced tourist menus in the plaza and find a family-run spot for fresh lake trout. Pack sunscreen; the high-altitude sun hits different.
