Peru Lake Titicaca – Peruvian side

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One of Latin America's most iconic sites, Lake Titicaca straddles the border of Peru and Bolivia. Visit the unique man-made floating reed islands of the Andean community with experts Journey Latin America.

Overview

One of Latin America’s most iconic sites, Lake Titicaca straddles the border of Peru and Bolivia. At 3,821m it is the highest navigable lake in the world, a vast sheet of cobalt blue water, peppered with golden islands and peninsulas that are home to traditional indigenous communities. A holiday to Lake Titicaca offers you the chance to experience rich culture, history, wildlife and incomparable scenery.

According to legend, it was here in the sacred waters of Lake Titicaca that the Inca Sun God was born. The Cordillera Real, a regiment of snow-capped mountains, defines the lake’s borders on the far horizon. The lake area is surprisingly well populated, and the fertile soils on the shores support pretty adobe villages with fields stretching down to the water’s edge.

On the Peruvian side, close to the port of Puno, are the unique man-made reed islands of the Uros indians. The rugged, terraced islands of Amantani or Taquile, once lost in time, are home to communities that welcome visitors to observe their unique, traditional cultures.

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The weather in Lake Titicaca – Peruvian side is wide and varied

Like other Andean locations, the dry season in Puno and Lake Titicaca runs from May to October. At an altitude of 3,800m, temperatures are cooler than Cusco – clear days, strong sun and night frosts are all common at this time of year. The months with most rainfall are December to March.

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    A former Journey Latin America tour leader, Sally spent 7 years working, travelling and living throughout Latin America before returning to the UK to help people arrange their own adventures to this wonderful destination.

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    After graduating with a degree in Anthropology and History and having been fascinated by Latin America since childhood by the book featuring photos of Nazca, Juliet first visited the region in 2003. Since then, Juliet has visited the majority of countries in Latin America but has particularly extensive experience with Peru, a country she loves for many reasons but not least, its incredible archaeological richness and delicious food!

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