It’s hard to imagine just how gigantic Lake Titicaca really is until you see it for yourself. Half in Bolivia and half in Peru, Lake Titicaca sits at 12,500 feet above sea level, making it the world’s largest high-altitude lake. Once you set eyes on the remarkably calm, mirror-clear expanse, it’s not difficult to understand why this unique, incomparable place was so highly venerated by the Inca people. The Incas believed that these waters birthed the first two of their kind, Manco Cápac and Mama Ocllo, who would go on to found the empire’s capital, Cusco.
Several different communities still make their home on the lake. Arguably the most intriguing community here is the Uros, who live on floating totora-reed islands that are built and maintained entirely by hand. Hugging the shores of the lake is the larger Puno settlement, which explodes into color in February for the Virgen del Candelabra Festival and Carnaval.
If you plan on visiting Lake Titicaca during one of Kuoda’s custom tours to Peru or Bolivia, consider bedding down on the privately owned island of Suasi, where a secluded solar-powered lodge offers stunning lake views.
Experience the best of Puno & Lake Titicaca
Like all of our tours, these are just suggestions to complement your customized tour to Peru.
We welcome you to check out some of the cultural, culinary, artistic and ethnic treasures that abound Puno & Lake Titicaca and its surrounding countryside.
Private Cultural Tours
Homestay Experiences
Folklore Capital of Peru
Exploring Puno
Kayaking Activities
Uros Floating Islands
Taquile Island
Amantani Island
Other Peru Destinations
Still looking for inspiration? Ignite your travel bug by reading more about Kuoda’s destinations.
If that whets your wanderlust and you’re keen to find out more, reach out to our travel experts.
They can respond to your questions, queries and qualms about luxury travel in Peru.
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