Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Las Balsas Tours Offline map Google map (
36-4362; www.balsastours.com ; Tacna 240) Offers
classic tours on a daily basis.
Nayra Travel Offline map Google map (
36-4774, 975-1818; www.nayratravel.com ; Lima 419, Of-
ice 105) Local package tour operator.
Sleeping
The following listings include hotels located outside the city, including lodges around the
lake.
TITILAKA $$$
( in Lima 1-700-5105; www.titilaka.com ; Lake Titicaca; s/d with full board from US$301/530; )
Located one hour south of Puno, on a secluded piece of rugged shore, Titilaka is a destina-
tion in itself. The look is contemporary Euro-Andino, with a palette that ranges from neut-
ral to flirty (think blushing rose and purples). Touches of exquisite folk art combine with
black-and-white photography of well-known Peruvian artists. Huge picture windows
drink in the serene landscapes in every direction. Rooms sport king-sized beds warmed by
hot water bottles, deep tubs, iPod docks and window ledge seating. There are games for
kids, a spa and gourmet restaurant. The staff is groomed to please. While most guests go
for the three-day packages, the nightly rate includes full board and local excursions like
walks and kayaking.
| Luxury Hotel
CASA PANQ'ARANI $$
( 36-4892, 951-677-005; www.casapanqarani.com ; Jirón Arequipa 1086; s/tw/d incl breakfast S70/120/
130; ) This traditional Puno home has a flower-filled courtyard and inviting rooms lin-
ing a 2nd-floor balcony. But the real draw is the sincere hospitality of owners Edgar and
Consuelo. Rooms are ample, sporting comfortable beds with crochet bedspreads and fresh
flowers. There are also sunny spots for lounging. Don't miss the opportunity to try Con-
suelo's gourmet altiplano cooking (meals S30 with advance request).
| B&B
If You Like...
Fiestas & Folklore
If you like festivals, you've come to the right place. Puno is the folkloric capital of Peru, boasting as many as 300
traditional dances and celebrating numerous fiestas throughout the year. Dazzling outfits can range from strikingly
grotesque masks and animal costumes to glittering sequined uniforms. Accompanying music uses a host of instru-
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