Kayak – Adventours in Lake Titicaca 4D/3N

Day 1: Juliaca Airport / Peninsula of Llachón

Early, from the Juliaca (or Puno) Airport, we will depart to the community of Llachón, which is located on the Capachica peninsula. We will pass through the towns of Huata, Coata until we reach the town of Capachica, then we will continue until we reach the community of Llachón. We will have incredible views of the coastline. Arriving at the community of Llachón we will introduce ourselves to our local hosts who will be waiting for our arrival. We will settle in the houses of each resident and leave our luggage and we will go to relax by the lake until the typical food of the area is ready. In the afternoon we will have some time to explore the hills and surroundings of the peninsula, where our Guide will lead us to explore and visit some local farmers, shepherds, weavers and children living in the area. We will return early to watch the sunset of the community and the highest lake in the world, before dinner and share with the local family. (L/ D)

Day 2: Titikayak Llachón / Taquile

After breakfast we will have a brief information session and receive the appropriate safety equipment to start our three to four hours of kayaking adventure. First we will paddle along the coast of the peninsula, having access to spectacular views of the coastal line scenarios, farmland and local people plowing their land and feeding their cattle. Along the way we will find trout farms, fishermen and cane or totoral forests; which are home to native and migratory birds. We will leave this point after an hour, crossing the lake to the island of Taquile.

As soon as we arrive, we will disembark and leave our kayaks on the shore of the lake to continue our journey walking to the local lodges to settle in our rooms. After some resting time we will have lunch.

After lunch, we will take a walk to the top of the island with spectacular views of the lake and mountains. Knowing its culture and tradition of the local population will be an unforgettable experience. They will share their culture and traditions with us. We will spend the night in a rural lodge with beautiful views of the lake and the Cordillera Real. (B/ L/ D)

Day 3: Titikayak Taquile / Puno

This day will begin with a typical breakfast of the place where we will stay. finishing, we will walk to the coast, enjoy the beautiful beaches of the island of Taquile, have lunch and then board our boat that will take us to the floating islands of the Uros. After visiting the floating islands of Uros and having enjoyed the experiences of the inhabitants of the island, we will continue our trip to the lakeside of the city of Puno. We will settle in the designated hotel. (B/ L/D)

Day 4: Puno / Cusco

After breakfast at the hotel we will take the bus to go to the city of Cusco. On the way you will visit many touristic places and at the same time you can appreciate real life in the Andes. You will visit the archaeological zone of Racchi, which was an Inca Temple of the Sun, with large columns and doors of more than 10 meters. There are also pens for alpacas, houses for the local population and “colcas” or warehouses to keep all the products of the area safe and fresh; like potato, quinoa and alpaca. We will have lunch on the way. This is a pleasant day trip by bus. In the afternoon you will arrive in the city of Cusco, Capital of the Inca Empire. (B/ L)

Included

• Hotels with breakfast, mentioned tours, tickets to archaeological complexes, transfers on arrival and departure and lunches during the full tour day, as well as official guides in the main places. Standard class hotels in Cusco.
• The kayak trip includes: Sea kayaks, paddles, life jackets, wet suits, gloves (if needed to paddle), safety equipment, support boat, and a local guide. All meals from the lunch in Llachón, Taquile, entrance to the communities.
• B –Breakfast/ BL – Boxed Lunch / L –Lunch/ D – Dinner.

Not included

• Meals in the main cities, alcoholic beverages, extras, taxes, tips, laundry services, additional tours, insurance and FLIGHT tickets.

What to bring

• Good walking shoes (rubber soles)
• Standard clothing used to travel outdoors anywhere in the world
• Light luggage
• Protection for rain and sun,  and mosquito repellent
• Warm clothes, especially in the months of May – July, when the temperature can vary between warm days to icy nights. In the altitude, the clothing layer system is the best for the diversity of climates in Peru.

For mountain bikes:

• Long-sleeved thermal cotton shirts or polo shirts
• Walking shoes
• Thermal clothing (for roads at height)
• Shorts or pants
• Sunglasses
• Sunblock/ Lipstick
• Backpack / Camelback
• Windbreaker

For the kayak trip

• Lycra long sleeve
• Hat
• Sunglasses
• Windbreaker jacket
• Water bottle
• Sunscreen
• Towel
• Personal first aid kit. On each trip we carry a medical kit, but we suggest a small personal first aid kit for wounds or blisters. A knee or ankle brace is sometimes useful, especially if you suffer from weak knees or ankles. Include any special medications that your doctor may suggest.