Titilaka

A weekend getaway

The mere mention of Lake Titicaca transports you to a spectacular and mystical world. At an altitude of over 3,800 metres, on the border between Peru and Bolivia, the cradle of the Inca civilisation is home to South America's oldest people along its shores. In this unique landscape, away from the beaten track, the Titilaka lodge has found refuge on a private peninsula. Set right at the water's edge, it offers a splendid view of the lake from each of its 18 rooms, set within the harmonious framework of a contemporary interior that has successfully integrated the local heritage. Located near the hamlet from which it takes its name, it also offers the opportunity to discover the lifestyle and traditions of the lake's inhabitants.

STYLE

A sleek contemporary architecture brightened up by a selection of colourful Peruvian handicrafts

SITUATION

Situated on a private peninsula on the shores of Lake Titicaca, a 1-hour drive from Puno

CAPACITY

18 rooms with a view of Lake Titicaca

HIGHLIGHTS

The lodge's location on an isolated peninsula is unique in the world

THE EXPERIENCES

  • Enjoy the indoor swimming pool and spa
  • Discover the floating islands of Lake Uros and Isla de Taquile by boat
  • Walking on the trails of the Altiplano, visiting the villages and local markets
  • Cycling on trails
  • Stargazing alongside a specialist

THE EXTRAORDINARY

The trip to Taquile and the floating Uros islands is a "must do". The Uros islands are constructed from totora reeds, and the island's inhabitants are exceptional navigators and weavers who will teach you the ancestral techniques used to keep these islands afloat. In Taquile, you can familiarise yourself with the Quechua imagination through woven works created in accordance with a textile tradition recently proclaimed a masterpiece of the oral and intangible heritage of humanity by UNESCO.

ETHICS

Responsible and sustainable development lies at the heart of Titilaka’s philosophy. Over 90 % of the staff are local residents, and the resort sources local food products wherever possible, as part of its business model which focuses on preserving Andean traditions.