Trek M5: Moko-Moko – Andes Heritage Expeditions

Trekking Circuit - M5: Details

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Destination

Titikaka Lake Islands & Moko-Moko

Tour Duration

5 Days

Difficulty

Low

Group Size

4-10 Guests

Height

3800 / 4000 / 2800 M

About the trekking

Embark on a remarkable five-day journey starting on the shores of Lake Titicaca, one of the world’s highest navigable lakes, surrounded by stunning snow-capped peaks and ancient terraces. For three days, you’ll explore the area, walking along the shores, visiting lakeside villages, and discovering sacred islands rich with pre-Columbian history and significant Inca ceremonial sites.

Your trek will take you along well-preserved stone paths that gradually elevate from 3,800 meters to ridge-top viewpoints near 4,000 meters, leading you to archaeological complexes once inhabited by priests and noble families.

Next, you’ll take boats between Sun and Moon Islands before transitioning to Moko-Moko for a three-day journey into the legendary homeland of a distinctive culture known for its rich influence. Starting from a lakeside community, you’ll descend along an ancient pre-Columbian trail through surreal stone corridors, witnessing impressive rock formations that evoke a sense of myth and history.

As you continue down this remarkable stone road, the terrain shifts from highlands to lush, subtropical slopes around 2,800 meters, enriching your experience with warmer air and vibrant vegetation. The trek concludes with a rejuvenating visit to a natural hot spring swimming pool, offering a serene spot to relax and reflect on the captivating cultures and landscapes you’ve encountered along the way. This journey is a profound exploration of the heritage and natural beauty unique to the Lake Titicaca region.

Itinerary

Day 1: Departure La Paz @ 7am for Copacabana.

Walk through Copacabana’s church/town and lunch.
Departure for the starting point of the trek towards Yampupata.
Arrival in Yampupata @ 5pm.
Boat crossing from Yampupata to Yumani – Sun Island (Isla del Sol).
Arrival in Yumani and subsequent check-in at your chosen accommodation.

Day 2: Trekking on Sun Island and Visit the Moon Island.

Departure @8am from Yumani on a trekking route towards the northern part of Isla del Sol.
Arrival at Chinkana, Piedra del Sol, and visit other archeological sites.
Departure for Challapampa and lunch at a local restaurant.
At 3:30pm: Departure by boat to Moon Island (Isla de la Luna).
Arrival at accommodation and dinner.

Day 3: End of the Lake Titicaca visit and start of the land trek.

8:00 AM: Begin trek to the Temple of the Moon and visit to the archaeological ruins.
Visit to the archaeological ruins and take photos.
Departure by boat to Puerto Carabuco.
Lunch served on the route.
3pm: Arrival to the starting point of the trek to Moko-Moko.
Trek to Huila-Cala valley.
Additional 2-hour hike to the campsite in Huarcamarca valley.
Stay overnight in tents.

Day 4: Trek to Charazani and participate on cultural activities.

Departure 9am toward Charazani.
Arrival to swimming pool fed by hot springs in Charazani.
Participate in cultural events featuring traditional Andean music and rituals of the Kallawaya people.
Overnight stay in a local hotel in Charazani.

Dia-5: Visit to Apacheta Village and return to La Paz.

Visit to the village of Apacheta for cultural activities:

See how they shear llamas and alpacas.
See how Andean women weave alpaca and llama wool.
Observe the production process of Tunta and Chuño.
Typical food of the area.
Return to La Paz at the end of the day (8-9 pm)

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