Sun Island, or Isla del Sol, was sacred to the Inca. Because it was here that their Sun God, Inti, was born. And here that the first two Inca, Manco Capac and Mama Ocllo (the Adam and Eve of Inca lore), originated.
Located on Lake Titicaca, Sun Island has commanding views of Bolivia’s Royal Andean Range. And at sunrise and sunset, these distant snow-capped peaks are bathed in pink, orange and red hues. A truly inspiring sight! In fact, with white sandy beaches, sparkling water and the terraced hillsides, this may well be one of the most beautiful places in South America. Combine this beauty with incredible history and rich cultural heritage, and it is easy to see why our Travel Specialists love this destination so much!
Your accommodation, the charming Ecolodge la Estancia, overlooks Yumani village. So, although it’s a breathless climb to the top (remember, you are over 3,500m above sea level!) – the views when you get there are incredible.
And what’s more, Sun Island may attract plenty of of day-trippers, but very few travellers stay overnight. So you’ll experience those stunning early mornings and late afternoons in perfect solitude.
