Peru

Chifron, the enchantment of Titicaca Lake

Chifron, the enchantment of Titicaca Lake

Stay in herb-themed homes on Lake Titicaca and join farming and tea traditions while supporting a community preserving ancestral culture and sustainable living.

OUR EXPERIENCES
In our community, visitors enjoy a peaceful stay in rural homes, with each room named after a regional aromatic herb. Guests select their room based on their favorite fragrance, fostering a deep connection with nature. During their visit, they participate in agricultural work, herb gathering, and tea preparation, fully immersing themselves in the Andean culture and traditions surrounding Lake Titicaca. These experiences allow travelers to connect with local life, appreciate ancestral knowledge, and embrace the rhythms of the land, offering a harmonious blend of cultural discovery, nature, and authentic community living.

ABOUT US
The Titicaca Inti Killa Chifrón Community Tourism Association, led by four families, has promoted sustainable tourism for over 15 years. We honor and share our culture, live in harmony with Lake Titicaca’s nature, and ensure ancestral traditions are preserved and passed on to future generations.

OUR IMPACT
Our organization promotes initiatives that strengthen the local economy through tourism, actively involving community youth and women while ensuring the preservation of traditional cultural practices and identity, which we proudly share with our visitors.

The experiences we offer are closely connected to the natural environment, fostering respect and care for our resources and tourist attractions. We implement sustainable practices such as proper solid waste management and the use of clean energy to provide services responsibly.

By engaging visitors in these activities, we create meaningful cultural exchanges that highlight our heritage and traditions. Tourism becomes a tool not only for economic growth but also for environmental stewardship, cultural preservation, and community empowerment. Through these efforts, we aim to maintain the harmony between our community, its ancestral knowledge, and the surrounding nature, offering travelers an authentic and responsible experience rooted in our unique cultural and ecological landscape.

DETAILS
To learn more, contact: turismocomunitario@mincetur.gob.pe

What are your minimum and maximum group sizes?
1-7

Do you require visitors to pre-book?
Yes

Do you have group rates?
Yes

Do you pay commissions to travel advisors?
Yes

What languages do you offer your services in?
Spanish

When are you open?
All Year

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