Puno and Suasi Island

Itinerary

Day 1 Puno

Arrive Puno and transfer to your hotel for overnight in Puno.Located at 3830 m above sea level, Puno is the highest night stop on the tour. As a result the weather can be extreme with very cold nights and a strong sun during the day. Puno is also known for its wealth of traditional dances: there are up to 100 different varieties, usually performed in the street processions celebrating Catholic feast days. If you are fortunate enough to be visiting at the right time you may even catch one of these celebrations. If you have free time, we suggest an optional visit to the chullpas (funerary towers) of Sillustani which are fantastic ruins, located outside Puno.Titicaca is also the largest lake in the world above 2000m, and the views from the islands are stunning. The most famous site on the Lake, are the unique floating islands of the Uros people, made of Totora reeds. The Uros began their unusual floating existence centuries ago in an effort to isolate themselves from the Colla and Inca tribes. Sadly, the Uros language has died out, and today the islanders speak Aymara due to intermarriage with Aymara-speaking clans. Today about 300 families live on the islands, however their numbers are slowly declining.The Totora reeds that grow in the shallows of the lake are used for making everything from the islands themselves to the model boats that the islanders sell. The islands are made up of layers upon layers of reeds; as the layers closest to the water start to rot, they are replaced with fresh reeds on top. The reeds are also used to build their boats, which if constructed well will last up to 6 months.

Day 2 Puno/Suasi Island

Transfer to the island by boat, taking in the marvelous scenery on beautiful Lake Titicaca. Overnight at Casa Andina Private collection Suasi Island.

Day 3 Suasi Island

More than a place, Casa Andina private collection Suasi Island is an experience. The vastness of Lake Titicaca can be observed from every single room of the hotel, which lies on a mild and sheltered hill next to magnificent Andean terraces full of flowers. Built with local materials such as stone, adobe and totora reed, the hotel is located in the small private island of Suasi, one of the most beautiful and special ones within the whole lake. The island has 106 acres and is home to the four South American camelids. Various activities are available to you on the Island: trekking and hiking the numerous trails, visit the gardens and Andean farming plots for medicinal herbs, wildlife observation, canoeing or just relax or take in a massage (additional cost)

Day 4 Suasi Island/Puno

Transfer back to Puno by boat, enjoy the remainder of the day exploring this culturally fascinating town.

Day 5 Puno

Transfer by land back to Puno via Juliaca, and enjoy the remainder of the day exploring this culturally fascinating town.

Trip Details

Accommodation	Comfortable hotel (4nts)
Departure	See website for departure dates
Group Size	Minimum 2 passengers
Included Highlights	4 Nights Accommodation, Transfers, 4 B, 2 L, 2 D
Meals Included	4B, 2L, 2D
StartFinish	ex Puno
Transport	Car, Van, Boat, Walking
Brochure Intro	Experience the luxury of Casa Andina on Lake Titicaca’s Suasi Island.

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