Our most recommended things to do in Copacabana, Bolivia

La Paz: Full Day Trip to Copacabana and Isla del Sol

1. La Paz: Full Day Trip to Copacabana and Isla del Sol

Join a full-day tour of La Paz to Titicaca Lake, visiting Copacabana and Yumani as well as Isla del Sol. Enjoy the cobalt blue color of the water and the picturesque perimeter of snow-sprinkled mountains. Following pickup, stop at a Tiquinaviewpoint to get some of the best panoramic views of Lake Titicaca. Then hop on a ferry to explore the highest navigable lake in the world. Visit Copacabana, the main Bolivian town on the shore of the lake. Continue the day in Isla del Sol, considered by the Incas as the birthplace of their sun god. Later, head to the coast of Yumani on the south side of the island. Once there, marvel at the Sol Pilkokaina Temple and the details of Inca architecture. At the end of the tour, travel back to Copacabana by boat before taking the bus back to La Paz.

From La Paz: Titicaca, Copacabana, and Isla del Sol Day-Trip

2. From La Paz: Titicaca, Copacabana, and Isla del Sol Day-Trip

Depart from La Paz on a fully guided day-trip that sails on Titicaca Lake and visits Copacabana and Yumani as well as Isla del Sol. Enjoy a tasty lunch and discover the famous Inca Steps and the Inca Fountain. Leave La Paz at around 7 am and after approximately 3 hours you will arrive at Tiquina, the narrowest part of the Lake Titicaca. Cross to the other side by boat and continue the trip on a 30-minute bus ride to the town of Copacabana. Once there, have lunch and then head towards the shore to catch a boat to the Isla del Sol, where you will see the Inca steps and the Inca fountain, also known as the youth fountain.  This Inca fountain represents the 3 pillars of the Aymara Culture, Ama Sua, Ama Llulla, and Ama Quella, which mean, you shall not steal, shall not lie, and shall not be lazy. Afterward, visit the town of Yumani and then start heading back to the port to catch the boat back to Copacabana. Once in Copacabana, explore the church, main square, and the crafts market. By 6 PM you will catch the bus back to La Paz, where you should arrive back in the city by 10 PM.

From La Paz: 2-Day Tour to Isla del Sol & Lake Titicaca

3. From La Paz: 2-Day Tour to Isla del Sol & Lake Titicaca

Depart from La Paz on a guided two-day trip that includes a boat journey on Lake Titicaca and visits to Copacabana, Yumani and Isla del Sol, where you will be spending the night. Enjoy the magnificent scenery of the cobalt blue lake and snow-sprinkled mountains as you explore the land of the Inca. The tour will depart La Paz early in the morning for Lake Titicaca. Your first stop will be at the Tiquina viewpoint, where you will get some stunning panoramic views of Titicaca, the highest navigable lake in the world at an elevation of 3,812 meters. Next, take a ferry across to Copacabana, the main Bolivian town on the shore of the lake that sits right beside the border with Peru. From here you’ll travel by speedboat to the Isla del Sol, considered by the Incas as the birthplace of their Sun God. In the afternoon, you’ll have time to explore Yumani, on the south coast of the island, and marvel at the Sol Pilko Kaina temple and the details of Inca architecture.  After spending the night on the island, you’ll have the next day free until 15.30, giving you plenty of time to visit the northern side of the island, home to the Golden Museum and the Inca Fountain of Youth. In the afternoon, you’ll take the boat back to Copacabana, where you’ll have time for dinner before catching the bus back to La Paz where you will arrive around 23.00.

From Puno: Visit the Floating Islands of the Uros

4. From Puno: Visit the Floating Islands of the Uros

On this tour you will have the option to decide whether to do it in the morning or in the afternoon. Depending on the time you choose, we will pick you up from your hotel around 8:50 a.m. or 4:00 p.m. to leave the port of Puno. After 30 minutes by boat we will arrive at the Uros Islands, an ancient town made up of small islands made of reeds with small houses also made of reeds, where we will visit 2 of these specimens each for about 30 minutes. Here we will be able to appreciate the crafts and traditional customs of these communities based on hunting, weaving and aquatic life with a joint explanation between our guide and the local family. In this adventure you will even have the option of taking a ride in the typical reed boats used in this area. After the 3-hour tour we will return to the city of Puno.

From Puno: Sun Island and Copacabana 1-Day Tour

5. From Puno: Sun Island and Copacabana 1-Day Tour

Your tour begins with an early morning pickup from your hotel where you will then head to Copacabana. When arriving at the border of Peru and Bolivia your passport and migration card will be checked by authorities from both countries. Once arriving in Copacabana you will visit the Sanctuary of Copacabana and then have lunch in town. In the afternoon at 1:30 PM the tour will head to Sun Island. Enjoy a 1.5 hour ride on a motor boat. Once you get to the island, stretch your legs on a 40 minute walk. See the archaeological complexes of Pilko Kaina on the shore of the island, the Chincana ruins, the Temple of the Sung, the Sacred Rock and the Table of Ceremonies. Spend time in the archaeological museum to learn more about the history of the impressive complexes. Your day tour will end with a drop-off at your hotel in Puno at 8:30 PM.

From Puno to La Paz: Copacabana and Isla del Sol Boat Tour

6. From Puno to La Paz: Copacabana and Isla del Sol Boat Tour

Get picked up from your hotel in Puno for a quick transfer to the city bus station. Travel by Lake Titicaca towards the Bolivian side of the border until your reach Copacabana, admiring stunning shoreline views over quintessential Altiplano landscapes.  You will make a stop for migration procedures, before heading to Copacabana. Start your boat tour to Sun Island, the cradle of the Inca Empire. Once on this legendary island, visit the main highlights accompanied by a tour guide. Afterward, board the boat once more and continue on to Copacabana while enjoying the majestic panorama of Lake Titicaca. Finally, board the local bus and get dropped off in La Paz in the late evening.

La Paz: Lake Titicaca and Sun Island Group Tour

7. La Paz: Lake Titicaca and Sun Island Group Tour

Meeting time in Bus Station in La Paz City at 7:40 a.m. Arrival in Copacabana around hrs. 12:00 p.m. approx. Visit The Temple of Copacabana before having lunch. After, a relaxing and panoramic trip of 1½ hours by boat to get to “Isla del Sol”, walk through the Steps of the Inca, drink from the Inca’s Fountain and then continue with a walk to the Ruins of Pilcocaina (Temple of the Sun), this walk is a little tiring but with a spectacular view of the Sacred Titikaka Lake and its main Island. Return to Copacabana by boat 1½ hours and local bus to La Paz City, arriving at your hotel at 10:30 p.m.

From La Paz: Lake Titicaca & Islands Private Guided Trip

8. From La Paz: Lake Titicaca & Islands Private Guided Trip

Itinerary Day 1 Hotel Pick up at 7:30 a.m. approximately to go straight to Copacabana. Arrive in town at noon, just to taste a delicious traditional lunch, and then go by private boat to “Isla del Sol”. Walk on the Inca`s Stairway and drink water directly from the Fountain of Eternal Youth, then, Walk to the top of the Island to appreciate an amazing sunset (Bolivian and Peruvian side), after that night stay at a local hostel on top of Sun Island where the lake will be seen. Dinner and rest at night. Day 2 After breakfast take a walk to visit MOON ISLAND - The Virgins Temple, where you can take magnificent photographs, then head back to Copacabana by boat, there, visit The Temple of Copacabana before having lunch, then, return to La Paz city.

Titicaca Lake: Highlights Tour from La Paz by Bus

9. Titicaca Lake: Highlights Tour from La Paz by Bus

After being collected from your La Paz accommodation, you will be transferred to Copacabana by bus with a small group to make a brief visit to the Sanctuary of the Virgin of Copacabana. From there you will board your group boat and will sail to the Isla del Sol, enjoying a snack on board. On this legendary island, the cradle of the Inca Empire, you will visit the garden, the stairs, and the Inca Fountain. Your itinerary also includes a visit to the Pachamama terraces of Inca agriculture, an artisan center, the Intica refuge, and the largest variety of Andean camelids located in the "Manco Kapac" viewpoint. You will later board the boat again before continuing to sail, enjoying a delicious lunch and the majestic panorama of Lake Titicaca. At the conclusion of your tour, you will be transferred by car back to La Paz.

From La Paz: Lake Titicaca and Copacabana Private Tour

10. From La Paz: Lake Titicaca and Copacabana Private Tour

Following pick-up from your hotel in La Paz, journey to the village of Copacabana with a professional guide and enjoy a small local snack on arrival. Visit the Basilica of Our Lady of Copacabana, dedicated to the Virgen Morena. Meet regional artisans and learn about their local crafts. Then, make your way to Isla del Sol by private boat, where you will walk through the Inca Grand Staircase to see the Sacred Fountain, said to give eternal happiness. Break for lunch at an archaeological restaurant, and then visit the small handicraft market and ancestral places to discover more about the customs of the locals.

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4.4 / 5

based on 47 reviews

Guide extremely nice and knows his field. But it's a long drive to see a lake. 8h drive + 2h drive on the island + 2h by boat that's 12h of transport without moving. 11km of hike to plan at least to stretch.

This was an amazing day. The guide was good in English and did a good job explaining for us and answering all our questions! We got day full off new memories!

a lot of driving but an amazing and knowledgeable guide and a beautiful experience! Basically had isla del sol to ourselves for a half hour of exploring!

Alvaro explained everything to us very well. What a personable tour guide. We spent a wonderful day. The tour and Alvaro are highly recommended.

I really enjoyed the tour! The tour guide was friendly and really nice to me. Thank you so much!