Located at 3,812 meters above sea level, it is home to the Uros, an ancient people of pre-Inca origin.

The unparalleled location of Lake Titicaca allows its visitors to admire a landscape of unique beauty. But that is not all. The history of the lake is closely linked to the history of Peru. Legends say its waters gave birth to Manco Capac and Mama Occllo, the founders of the Inca Empire. Today, the ancient people of the Uros live on floating islands on its waters.
 

How to get to Lago Titicaca?

Lago Titicaca - Puno
  • Lima - Juliaca: 1 h 45 m
  • Juliaca - Puno (by bus): 1 h
  • Lima - Puno: 24 hours
  • Lima - Puno: 21 hours

Useful information from the department of Puno

The highest navigable lake in the world

Capital:

Puno

Daylight:

12 h

Language:

Spanish

Extension:

71,999 km²

Weather:

Mín 3°C / Máx. 14°C

Currency:

Soles

Voltage:

220W

Population:

1'172,697

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