Huatajata
A small lakeshore town on the east shore of Lake Titicaca, with a reed-boat museum and lakeside restaurants serving grilled trout. It is the departure point for boats to the islands of the Lago Menor.
Huatajata sits on the road between La Paz and Copacabana, on the east shore of the Lago Menor, about 1.5 hours by car from La Paz. It is a common rest stop between the two places. On the lakeshore, a small museum and workshop run by reed-boat builders such as the Limachi brothers display models and photos of ocean-going reed vessels, including Ra II. Reed boats often float along the shore for visitors to board and photograph. The lakeside restaurants are known for grilled Titicaca trout. Huatajata is also the starting point for chartered boats to Suriqui Island and Pariti Island. The town is very small and has basic facilities, so plan on 1 to 2 hours. At around 3,800 meters above sea level, bring sunscreen and watch for altitude sickness.
Opening hours
Open all day; museum open during the day
Nearby sights
- Isla Suriqui
- Isla Pariti
- Strait of Tiquina
- Baño del Inca (Kusijata)
- Horca del Inca
- Copacabana
- Basilica of Our Lady of Copacabana
- Copacabana Lakefront