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Isla del Sol and Lake Titicaca - 2 Days
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| Physical Rating: | Easy | |
| Accommodation: | 1 Nights hotel | |
| Included meals: | 1 Breakfast, 2 Lunches, 1 Dinners | |
Trip Overview
Lake Titicaca is a beautiful freshwater lake that straddles the border between Bolivia and Peru. It’s a mystical place, and according to legend, it was here that the Inca civilization was born, according to mythology. We will explore the small indigenous communities around the lake, to see what life is really like around the high-altitude, windswept, and stunning waters of Lake Titicaca, on the Bolivian side! At the heart of many legends lies Isla del Sol, the “Island of the Sun,” the largest island on Lake Titicaca. We will also visit its counterpart the Island of The Moon and its magnificent temples. These are just some of the impressive destinations on our two-day tour of the communities of Lake Titicaca!
Day by day schedule
Day 1:La Paz - Local Immersion - Huatajata Community.
We begin our day early in the morning with a transfer from La Paz to the indigenous community of Huatajata, found on the shores of the enormous Titicaca Lake on The Bolivian side of the lake. We will visit the Andean Roots Eco Village, The Altiplano Museum, the Handicrafts Village, the adobe domes, and the mortuary towers of the Urus people of Titicaca.
We will then visit Chipayas. Here, the famous Limachi family will greet us in the community. This famous family built the famous totora reed boats who made an epic expedition across the Atlantic Ocean. You can also meet vicuñas, llamas, alpacas, and the almost mythical Suri- All of the South American Cameloids.
In the afternoon, we will enjoy the magical experience of "The Mystic World of the Kallawayas", the natural healers of Bolivia - also called Shamans. These healers believe that you first have to heal the soul in order to heal your body. Tata Benjo, is our Kallawaya Shaman for this activity and he will bless visitors and answer any questions using his sacred coca leaves.
In the evening, under the nighttime skies, we will visit the Native Observatory Alajpacha. Here we will learn all about the Aymara Cosmovision, their constellations, and their relationship with the earth, and we can star gaze the southern constellations of the Bolivian night skies over Lake Titicaca.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Tour Guide: Local Tour Guide: English/Spanish
Transfer: Land Transport and Hydrofoil Cruise Boat
Entrance Fee: All Local Activities around Huatajata
Hotel: Inca Utama Hotel - Standard double Room with private bathroom.
Day 2:Communities of Pariti, Kalauta and Pata Patani
After breakfast, as we contemplate the magical blue waters of Lake Titicaca, we will take a short overland drive to Cocotoni Bay and a Hydrofoil cruise to Moon Island. We will visit the Sun Virgins Temple “Iñak Uyu”, an important sacred site on Lake Titicaca where the constant sound of the waves, and whispers of ancient civilizations. For the Inca Civilization, women were a vital part of society producing textiles, agricultural techniques, and cultural and religious development. Thanks to the dedication of these young women, today we have numerous forms of different dehydrated potatoes, such as “chuño” and “tunta”. The temple is characterized by its trapezoidal staircase and other unique architectural features.
We will then continue to the mythical Island of The Sun. On this island, we will visit the “Grand Stairs” and the Sacred Fountain. According to legend, if you drink from its waters, it will provide eternal youth and happiness. We can enjoy our lunch at the Uma Kollu archaeological restaurant, where we can also visit the small handicraft market.
After lunch, we will take a Hydrofoil cruise to the picturesque village of Copacabana on the mainland. Here, we will visit the Copacabana shrine and the Dark Virgin, as well as the local market. Copacabana has an international almost seaside feel as it is on the shores of the impressive Titicaca.
Next, our private transport (shared service) will drive you to your hotel in La Paz, crossing the Tiquina Strait by Ferry. The road follows the foothills of the surrounding snow-capped mountains of the Andean mountain range.
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When the water levels of Titicaca allow, we will visit Urus Iruitos, Quewaya, and Kalauta. Here, we can enjoy Lake Titicaca, sailing through totora-reed canals to reach the Floating Islands & Sustainability Project. This Project came about to preserve the local traditions of a 5000 year old civilization and assure the survival of their traditional way of life.
We will then head to Kalauta Island on the Hydrofoil. Here, we will visit the ruins of an ancient stone village and one of the largest necropolises in the area with its mysterious Chullpas (burial towers).
Finally, after our second day of immersive adventures on our Titicaca Communities tour, we will head from Huatajata to your hotel in La Paz.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
- Tour Guide: Local Tour Guide :English/Spanish
- Transfer: Land transport and hydrofoil Cruise Boat
- Entrance Fee: All Local Activities
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Inclusions:
What's included
- Transport: Shared Service.
- Accommodation: Inca Utuma Hotel (1 night).
- Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Islands of The Sun and The Moon, Inti Wata, Lake Titicaca, Nativie Titicaca communities.
- Shared service onboard the Hydrofoil cruise ship.
- Meals mentioned in the program.
- Embarkation and entrance fees.
- Professional Guided Tour ENG/SPA.
- First aid kit, if you are taking any medications, please bring your prescription with you.
What's not included
- Medical and emergency evacuation insurance.
- Trip cancellation insurance or any other travel insurance.
- Tips/Gratuities
- Additional drinks.
- Personal expenses.
- Visas to Enter Bolivia.
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