Rest up here after the Inca Trail: Lake Titicaca
by The Adventure People on 16th October 2018
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What’s so good about it?
If you’ve just done The Inca Trail then you’ll probably be feeling pretty exhausted and in need of some downtime. Well, there is perhaps no better place to rest after doing The Inca Trail than Lake Titicaca. It is the epitome of tranquillity with life seemingly moving in slow-motion, almost like time runs differently. Being so high up and a tad closer to the stars, the cool nights gazing up at the flying comets are breath-taking, and the days are often bright and pleasant – after all, it is the birthplace of the sun! There’s also lots to do and see on Lake Titicaca.What to do on Lake Titicaca?
The Floating Islands of Islas Uros
Named after the Uru people who made them, the floating islands of Lake Titicaca were built from bundles of reeds to house families and protect them against invaders like The Inca Empire. You can take a boat trip to see the islands and get a glimpse into this unique way of life.
Watch the shooting stars
On a clear night at Lake Titicaca, when you look up at night, you really will feel like you’re on the highest lake in the world. There is little to no light pollution making it a great spot to stargaze and count the shooting stars. Want to ensure the weather is just right for stargazing? Read our blog on the Best time to go to Peru and Machu Picchu.Visit Isla Del Sol
‘The Island of the Sun’ is the largest island on Lake Titicaca with plenty to do and see, like the Gold Museum and the Fountain of Youth. It’s also a fantastic place to just walk and take in the pristine scenery.Where to stay on Lake Titicaca?
Lake Titicaca is huge, so you’ll need to have a good idea of where you want to stay. This will probably depend on what you want to see, and perhaps where your next destination is. Puno If you’re travelling around Peru and this is part of your itinerary before heading off to Arequipa, or to trek The Inca Trail, your best bet is probably Puno on the Peruvian side of the lake. This is a good base if you want to take a trip to see The Floating Islands of Islas Uros. There are also wonderfully quaint little cafes in Puno with amazing coffee and delicious local food. Copacabana Is Bolivia your next stop? If so, Copacabana is a great place to stay as it’s just a few hours from La Paz, and it’s got lots going on like its religious festivals, the Museo del Poncho, Cerro El Calvario, and Basilica of Our Lady of Copacabana. It’s also where you’ll need to be if you want to visit Isla Del Sol.How long to spend on Lake Titicaca?
Whilst it is the largest lake in South America, you don’t have to spend ages there to get a good experience of Lake Titicaca. You can stay just a few days and have a wonderful time, which makes it the perfect place to rest after The Inca Trail. At over 3000 metres above sea level, it’s also a great place to acclimatise before doing the trek. Read more about acclimatising to high altitudes in our blog, How to avoid altitude sickness while trekking.Tours to Lake Titicaca
You can also get there on one of our adventures! Whether you’re in Lima, Cusco, or already in Puno, we have plenty of adventures for you to get the absolute most of Peru and Lake Titicaca. Cycle Peru: Machu Picchu & Titicaca – 13 Days Ride between Inca ruins of the Sacred Valley. Daywalk offering a rare view of Machu Picchu. Cycle along the shores of Lake Titicaca. Inca Trail, Titicaca & Nazca – 15 Days Walk the classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. Free time to explore the old Inca capital, Cuzco. See the Nazca Lines in the coastal desert. Travel through the imposing Apurimac Valley. Traditional Taquile Island and the floating reed islands on Lake Titicaca. Lake Titicaca – 2 Days Sail close to the clouds on Lake Titicaca and meet the descendants of ancient civilisations that inhabit its islands. Feel the spongy reeds of the 'floating' Uros islands beneath your feet, learn about unique local cultures and customs at a homestay, and relish the vistas over seemingly infinite waters from the brilliant Taquile Island. This is the world’s highest navigable lake, sitting at a soaring 3,812 m above sea level. On this unique and inspiring trip, encounter the fascinating people and beautiful locations that characterise this evocative place. Lake Titicaca & Machu Picchu Independent Adventure – 8 Days Witness traditional life on Lake Titicaca, soak in the views and culture of the Sacred Valley, stand in awe of the famed Machu Picchu. Lake Titicaca Homestay Independent Adventure – 4 Days Immerse yourself in local culture at a Lake Titicaca homestay, explore the reed islands of the Uros people, enjoy stunning lake views by boat.Where to go next?
Peru has so much to do and see, which is why it’s one of our most popular destinations right now. For more things to do and see in Peru, check out our Top 10 things to do in Peru.
