The Best Lake Titicaca Tours To Take

An endless body of water that glistens under snow-capped mountains, encapsulating a plethora of ancient Inca sites and enveloped by an abundance of authentic indigenous culture – it’s little wonder Lake Titicaca is a highlight of South America for many. Here are the best tours and trips to help you make the most of this enchanting region.

1. Hike to Comunidad Yampupata, Bolivia

The perfect trip for those who really want to get off the beaten track, a hike from Copacabana to Yampupata traverses along a pristine peninsula home to little more than local farmers and fishermen. Upon arriving to Yampupata at the tip of the peninsula, simply pay one of the villagers to ferry you across to Isla del Sol in a rowboat to continue your journey.

Comunidad Yampupata, Manco Kapac, La Paz Department, Bolivia

On the way to Yampupata | © Pretty Poo Eater / Flickr

2. Isla del Sol, Bolivia

Widely agreed to be the most picturesque part of the Titicaca, Isla del Sol enchants visitors for its stunning lake views, sacred Inca sites and a sensation of serenity that is all too rare in Bolivia. Guided tours offer half-day, full-day or two day excursions, the latter being the best option to truly appreciate everything Isla del Sol has to offer.

Walking away at Isla del Sol | © Pedro Travassos / Flickr | © Pedro Travassos / Flickr

3. The floating islands of Uros, Peru

Ancient indigenous inhabitants originally built these floating totora reed islands hundreds of years ago in an attempt to escape the onslaught of the Inca. These days, the islands are meticulously maintained to welcome camera-toting tourists who arrive by the boatload each day. Although it may feel a little contrived, the story behind these incredibly resourceful people make it a must in the region.

Floating Islands | © Christian Haugen / Flickr

5. Sillustani, Peru

Scattered around a hill overlooking the lake are a series of mysterious ancient funeral towers known as chullapas. Built by the Aymara people before the arrival of the Incas, the chullapas are believed to have been constructed as burial sites for the most noble families of the community. Some have been partially destroyed by dynamite-wielding grave-robbers, while others remain almost perfectly intact.

Sillustani Peru | © bobistraveling / Flickr

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