La Paz: Tiwanaku Ruins & Lake Titicaca Day Trip
Ingavi Province, Bolivia
Discover the Tiwanaku ruins and cruise Lake Titicaca on a day trip from La Paz. Enjoy a traditional lunch and a reed boat ride on the world's highest navigable lake.
Highlights
- Explore the Tiwanaku ruins, the ancient pre-Incan capital of Bolivia
- Admire the iconic Gate of the Sun and carved stone monoliths
- Sail on a traditional totora reed boat across Lake Titicaca
- Visit the Reed Boat Museum in Huatajata and learn about the vessels
- Enjoy a lunch featuring authentic Bolivian cuisine
Description
This full-day tour departs from La Paz and visits the Tiwanaku archaeological site, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and ancient cultural center dating from 500 to 900 AD.
Explore Tiwanaku's seven main structures: Kalasasaya temple, the semi-subterranean temple, Akapana pyramid, Kantantika, Kerikala, and Putuni. See the carved stone monoliths and the Gate of the Sun, then visit the onsite museum to view artifacts and learn about pre-Incan civilization.
After Tiwanaku, travel to Huatajata, a village on Lake Titicaca, the second-largest lake in South America and the highest navigable lake in the world at over 3,800 meters above sea level.
Enjoy a traditional Bolivian lunch before visiting the Reed Boat Museum to discover how artisan totora reed boats are made. Finish by sailing on one of these reed boats across Lake Titicaca’s clear waters.
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in La Paz
- Transportation by air-conditioned minibus or coach
- Professional English-Spanish speaking guide
- Entrance to Tiwanaku ruins and museum
- Entrance to Reed Boat Museum
- Totora reed boat ride on Lake Titicaca
- Lunch with traditional Bolivian cuisine
Excludes
- Gratuities (optional)
- Additional beverages during lunch
Important Information
- The tour occurs at high altitude (over 3,800 meters); prior acclimatization in La Paz is recommended.
- This activity is not wheelchair accessible.
- Luggage is permitted during the tour.
Easy Cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For best experience, bring sun protection, comfortable walking shoes, and a jacket for cooler temperatures. Morning departures offer optimal light for photography. Book in advance due to limited daily availability.
