Inspiration
Lake Titicaca Adventure
It’s hard to do Lake Titicaca justice with words. Its greatest appeal lies not in its natural beauty – though it undoubtedly has that in spades – but in the rich character and traditions of its indigenous communities, whose unique ways of life and deep-rooted heritage remind us of the incredible diversity of human experience
Get to know Peru
From adrenaline addicts to the food-obsessed to amateur anthropologists, Peru has the ability to captivate all who land on its soil. Diversity is the crux of the country’s appeal, with a landscape that encompasses everything from arid desert lands to fertile valleys, sky-poking peaks to spacious Pacific beaches. Ancient cultures take center stage not only at the glorious mountaintop Machu Picchu, but also at the enigmatic Nazca Lines, while tradition and heritage remains palpable in Peru’s small-scale communities, such as those found on the Andean foothills and on Lake Titicaca’s islands. Peru’s urban environments also impress. The resurgent Lima, chock-full of museums and top-grade restaurants serving culinary delights of which ceviche is only the beginning, and the gateway to the Sacred Valley, Cusco, which exudes cobblestone charm. Then there is the oft-overlooked city of Arequipa, a gastronomic hotspot with a UNESCO-listed colonial core, around which a trio of volcanoes keep vigil.
Best Time to Travel
The best month: November. The warmest months are February, March, April, October, November and December July is the coldest month of the year Rainy season: January, February and December
Inspiration Highlights
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Mingle with the locals who live on Lake Titicaca’s islands.
Observe locals weaving and knitting by hand on Taquile.
Canoe on the lake and enjoy a picnic by the water’s edge.
Itinerary
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Day 1
Arrival in Juliana
Arrive in Juliana, where your in-the-know guide will be waiting to accompany you to the photogenic, ochre-hued colonial town of Lampa. Arrive at the lodge for check-in and freshen up before heading out to wander your surroundings.
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Day 2
Uros and Taquile Islands
Climb aboard the lodge’s boat for a short voyage out to the floating islands of Uros. Made entirely by hand from totora reeds and requiring near-constant maintenance, these unique settlements are home to a community who live entirely off the lake’s natural resources. Continue to the tiny natural island of Taquile to meet a community known for their weaving skills. Watch the dexterous locals at work, knitting and weaving textiles by hand, then sit down for a traditional home-cooked meal.
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Day 3
Canoe, Picnic, Stargaze – Your Choice
Today, take advantage of the many Lake Titicaca activities offered by the all-inclusive lodge. Try canoeing out on the calm waters, picnic by the lake’s edge or wait until nightfall to go stargazing, when a million sparkling stars are reflected in the lake’s mirror-clear surface.
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Day 4
Adios, Peru!
On day four, make the journey back to Lima for your return flight home.
