National park · Bolivia
Isla de la Luna
Take a half‑day boat from Copacabana (≈30 min each way) and spend 1–2 h exploring the Temple of the Virgins of a Sun; entry fee about 20 BOB per person.
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Area
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Established
2000
Best months
Apr–Jun
UNESCO
None
Rules in force · 6Above 2,500 m (Bogotá, Quito, Cusco, La Paz) keep the fir…
- South America ↗Above 2,500 m (Bogotá, Quito, Cusco, La Paz) keep the first day light; sleep lower where you can (Sacred Valley before Cusco) and descend if headache comes with vomiting or confusion.
- South America ↗A yellow fever certificate is required on arrival in French Guiana, and asked for on some routes into Bolivia, Paraguay, Suriname and Guyana, or when arriving from Amazon areas — vaccinate at least 10 days before travel and carry the card.
- South America ↗Overnight buses are the norm in Argentina, Chile and Peru, but pick top-tier companies and keep valuables on your body; on-board thefts from overhead racks are the common loss.
- Bolivia ↗Visa rules depend on your passport (some nationalities need a visa in advance): check with Bolivia's migration authority or a Bolivian consulate.
- Bolivia ↗Most of the tourist route is above 3,500 m: ascend gradually, rest on arrival, and see a doctor before travel if you have heart or lung conditions.
- Bolivia ↗Protests and road blockades (bloqueos) are frequent and can close routes and cities for days; watch local news and keep plans flexible.
At a glance
- Country
- Bolivia
- Area
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- ≈0.05 km², a small uninhabited island in Lake Titicaca.
- Established
- 2000
- Best months
- Apr–Jun
- Permits
- For some areas
- Base
- Copacabana
Isla de la Luna is a tiny, uninhabited island on Lake Titicaca, famous for its Inca Temple of the Virgins of a Sun and its mythic role in Andean legends. It is reachable by short boat trips from Copacabana or Isla del Sol and offers a brief, low‑impact walk with lake views.
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Why go, which months, and what lives here when
At a glance
Status
- No UNESCO listing; national park since 2000.
Size and age
0 km² (0 sq mi)0 sq mi (0 km²) · national park since 2000
≈0.05 km², a small uninhabited island in Lake Titicaca.
This page covers the park itself. Nearest base: Copacabana.
Why go
- A short walk to an Inca temple with panoramic lake views.
- Easy boat access from Copacabana makes it a convenient half‑day stop.
When to go
- JanGo
- FebGo
- MarGo
- AprBest
- MayBest
- JunBest
- JulCaution
- AugCaution
- SepCaution
- OctGo
- NovGo
- DecGo
- JanDry but cooler; fewer tourists.
- FebDry, good for walking.
- MarDry, warm.
- AprDry, pleasant temperatures.
- MayDry, ideal weather.
- JunDry, warm.
- JulRain showers possible.
- AugRainy, cooler.
- SepRainy, occasional storms.
- OctDry, cooler.
- NovDry, mild.
- DecDry, cooler.
Wildlife and nature calendar
| What | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Titicaca waterbirds (e.g., Andean gull, silvery grebe)All year | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
Arrive & move
Getting in, how the park is divided, and where things are
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How to get there
Zones and sectors
| Zone | What is there | Access |
|---|---|---|
| Isla de la Luna | Temple of the Virgins of a Sun, small snack bar, pier. | Open to visitors; walking only. |
Sketch map
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3 points as a GPX waypoint file, plus a plain-text list of coordinates. Save it while you have signal: maps apps show the points without a connection.
Coordinates from Wikidata for Isla de la Luna; Copacabana and Isla del Sol approximated from maps.
See & do
Caves, trails and wildlife, with how hard each is and whether it needs booking
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Practical
Fees, permits, rules, where to sleep and what can go wrong
Show 8 sectionsHideEntry fees and permits, Park rules, Where to stay, Safety, Accessibility, Visiting lightly, Questions people ask, Related
Entry fees and permits
| Item | Range | Per | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park entry | BOB 20 | person | Collected by boat operators; check exact amount. |
Ranges, not quotes: fees change without notice. Check with the park or your operator · checked Sep 2026.
Park entry permit or guide
Park rules
- Litter
- Carry out all rubbish; no bins on the island.
- Fires
- Open fires prohibited.
- Camping
- Allowed only in designated low‑impact areas; respect local customs.
Where to stay
In the park
Camping on Isla de la Luna
Tent camping is possible; bring your own gear and pack out waste.
Near the park
Copacabana
Hostels and hotels for a night before or after the island visit.
Safety
Sun exposure low
Altitude low
How much daylight do you have?
Time out
Finding the local time zone…
Times are local to the spot (zone loading). The half-hour margin is our rule of thumb, not an official figure; light fades earlier in forest or under cloud. Carry a headlamp on any route that could run late.
Accessibility
- Walking is the only way to move on the island; not wheelchair‑friendly.
Visiting lightly
- Take all trash with you; avoid disturbing the fragile stone structures.
Questions people ask
How much does it cost to enter Isla de la Luna?
About 20 BOB per person, usually paid to the boat operator when you board.
What are the best hikes in Isla de la Luna?
The island is small; the main walk is the short trail to the Temple of the Virgins of a Sun, taking 1–2 hours.
When is the best time to visit Isla de la Luna?
Dry season May to October offers clear skies and calm lake conditions; the island is less crowded then.
Deep dive
Every source; fees and rules change, so check before you go
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