Supporting Sustainability on the Shores of Lake Titicaca

10 days

Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley and Taquile Island – Estimated 8 Service Hours

Meaningful. Sustainable. Unforgettable.
From ancient Inca cities to Lima’s sprawling landscape, and from lush Amazonian jungles to the snow-capped Andes, Peru’s culture and countryside offer no shortage of diversity. Take a journey into the southern region of Peru, where you’ll explore archeological treasures like Ollantaytambo and Machu Picchu. Then, venture further south to the highest large lake in the world, Lake Titicaca, where you’ll spend time with the indigenous cultures of villages surrounding the scenic lake. Working together with locals, you’ll participate in meaningful service projects focused on eco-tourism, community development and cultural immersion.
Image displaying map describing the itinerary of the Supporting Sustainability on the Shores of Lake Titicaca tour

Image displaying map describing the itinerary of the Supporting Sustainability on the Shores of Lake Titicaca tour

Day 1: Fly to Peru

Meet your Tour Director at the destination airport

Day 2: Lima • Sacred Valley

Fly to Cuzco

Travel to the Sacred Valley

Visit to Pablo Seminario Studio

Day 3: Sacred Valley • Machu Picchu

Travel by train to Aguas Calientes

Tour Machu Picchu with an expert local guide

Day 4: Ollantaytambo • Pisac • Cuzco

Travel by train to Ollantaytambo

Tour Ollantaytambo with an expert local guide

Travel via Pisac to Cuzco

Visit Pisac Market

Day 5: Cuzco • Puno

Travel via Raqch'i to Puno

Visit the Raqch'i temple

Day 6: Lake Titicaca community • Service project

Travel to your service project location

Strong partnerships are the foundation of EF Service Learning tours. We work closely with area nonprofits and community members to ensure that your contributions are sustainable, timely, and relevant.

Since projects are determined closer to your actual tour date, here’s a glimpse at what your first day might look like:

Learn about your service work during orientation

Enjoy a game of high-altitude soccer or time to meet with community members

Day 7: Service project • Lake Titicaca community

Here’s a glimpse at what your service learning day might look like:

Work on a local eco-tourism project, such as building a community restaurant
Help create a pedestrian walkway with tasks like gathering building materials or pouring concrete

Participate in a cultural activity with community members

Day 8: Lake Titicaca • Puno

Enjoy a boat ride on Lake Titicaca

Visit Taquile Island, where you’ll walk historic pre-Inca pathways

Enjoy a kayak adventure

Enjoy a traditional pachamanca lunch

Day 9: Puno • Lima • Depart for home

Travel to Juliaca

Tour the Sillustani archeological site with an expert local guide

Fly to Lima

Day 10: Arrive home

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Volunteer and Leadership Activities

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