Bolivia: Sun and Moon Island Tour

Sun and Moon Island Tour from Copacabana

This full-day tour explores the Sun and Moon Islands on Lake Titicaca, ideal for history and nature enthusiasts visiting Copacabana.

Highlights

• Explore the Sun and Moon Islands
• Discover Lake Titicaca's unique environment
• Visit the archaeological site of Pikokaina (Temple of the Sun)

Description

The tour begins with a hotel pick-up in Copacabana at 08:00. From the pier, you cross Lake Titicaca to the southern part of the Sun Island, where you visit the archaeological site of Pikokaina, also known as the Temple of the Sun.

Next, you tour the southern area of the island, descending the Inca-era Yumani stairs to reach the Fountain of Eternal Youth and the Inca garden. After returning to the pier, you take a boat to Challapampa to visit the Chinkana and the Sacred Rock, believed in Andean mythology as the birthplace of the sun star and culture founders.

Then, you travel to Moon Island to visit the archaeological remains of the Temple of the Moon and the House of the Virgins of the Sun. The return boat takes you back to Copacabana with an estimated arrival of 17:00, marking the end of the tour.

Includes

• Professional English-Spanish guide
• Entrance tickets to all visited sites
• Shared speedboat transport
• Excursion to the Sun and Moon Islands

Cancellation Policy

Full refund available for cancellations made up to 24 hours in advance.

For best experience, bring comfortable shoes for walking and sun protection. Booking in the morning is recommended to avoid afternoon winds and enjoy calmer lake conditions.