Ladies' cultural Bolivia trip, 2026
Complete a bucket-list trip to Titicaca, Bolivia. Discover villages around the Lake, eat fresh local food, stay at lakeview accommodations, explore La Paz, and engage in cultural tours and activities!
TRIP DATES: DEC 8 - 15, 2026
12 Available spots.
Meet your hosts, Owen and Faye! (@culturechalk)
A Father - Daughter duo that loves to host hiking, exploration and cultural trips. Faye is 10 and has hiked more gnarly trails than most of us. Hiking up mountains and being outside in nature is 100% her happy place.
Owen (39) is usually based in Guatemala, where he hosts with his wife, Christina, and their five children.
Registration Now Open
What is included:
7 Nights Accommodations
11 Meals: 5 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 1 Supper
Delicious snacks, smoothies and refreshments
Hikes
Local guides
English-speaking host and leader who will be with the group for the duration of the trip.
Airport Shuttles
Transportation throughout Bolivia
Activities:
La Paz tour
Lake Titicaca tours
Guided walks and hikes
Cable car ride in La Paz
Boat transfers to and from Isla del Sol
WhatsApp group chat leading up to the trip for continual support and questions answered.
What is not included:
Flights
Personal Travel Insurance (Required)
Gratuity for guides/hotel staff
Some meals out
The Full Itinerary
Day 1
Dec 8, 2026
Arrive in La Paz
Airport transfers and hotel check-in.
Easy acclimatization walk through the historic center.
Explore Witches' Market and surrounding streets.
Group welcome dinner.
Day 2
Dec 9, 2026
La Paz Exploration + Acclimatization Hike
Morning:
Ride the Mi Teleférico cable cars for spectacular city views.
Afternoon:
Hike in Valle de la Luna.
Optional visit to local markets and artisan workshops.
Evening:
Early dinner and trip briefing.
Day 3
Dec 10, 2026
La Paz → Copacabana
Travel time: approximately 4 hours.
Stops:
Scenic viewpoints along the way.
Ferry crossing at the Strait of Tiquina.
Afternoon:
Explore Copacabana.
Hike up Cerro Calvario for sunset.
This is one of the best viewpoints over the lake.
Day 4
Dec 11, 2026
Isla del Sol – North to South Trek
One of Bolivia's premier hiking days.
Boat to the northern end of Isla del Sol.
Hike:
Roughly 11–13 km across the island.
Ancient Inca trails.
Agricultural terraces.
Lake and mountain panoramas.
Overnight on Isla del Sol.
(This is arguably the highlight of the entire trip!)
Day 5
Dec 12, 2026
Isla del Sol Exploration
A more relaxed hiking day.
Options:
Sunrise walk.
Visit local communities.
Explore archaeological sites.
Short ridge hikes.
Second night on Isla del Sol.
(Staying two nights allows the group to experience the island after day-trippers leave.)
Day 6
Dec 13, 2026
Isla del Sol Yumani Area Trek
Continued exploration of the southern trails.
Optional kayaking.
Cultural exchange with residents.
Day 7
Dec 14, 2026
Lake Titicaca Highlands Hike
This is a very special day most itineraries miss!
Rural trails above the lake.
Traditional farming communities.
High ridgeline viewpoints overlooking the Cordillera Real.
Final group dinner.
Day 8
Dec 15, 2026
Return to La Paz
Scenic drive back.
Lunch in La Paz.
Airport departures.
Where you'll be staying while in Bolivia:
Culture Chalk is committed to the comfort of each one of our guests. During our women's hikes, we pair women in the accommodations booked in efforts to offer competitive pricing and great value. If you would like to book a private room at an additional cost, please let us know!
Total Price:
$2400
Payment plans available
FIRST 3 RESERVED SPOTS SAVE $350!
Accepted applicants can reserve their spot with a deposit of $800
Check out Culture Chalk reviews from past guests HERE
HIKING PACK LIST!
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Head lamp
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Portable charger
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Medications if needed (acetaminophen is recommended to have on hand)
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Electrolyte tabs
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Dry bag (for passports and wallets)
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Walking stick or poles (optional)
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Daypack (10-20 litre capacity)
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Water bottles, 4 litre capacity recommended
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Extra snacks: granola bars, chocolate, nuts.
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Layers of Clothing: Acatenango hike gets gradually colder and colder.
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Mits and beanie
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Hiking shoes
CLOTHES PACK LIST
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7-8 Pairs socks and underwear
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4 Pants
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Comfortable hiking pants
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3 pairs of shorts
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8 shirts/tops
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Toiletries, brush, hair ellastics
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Swimwear
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Sandals -hiking type recommended for versatility
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Sport Bras
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Base layer of thermo-wear
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Jacket AND sweater
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Walking shoes
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Earplugs and headphones
GENERAL INFORMATION
Join us for an incredible 7-night stay of work hard - play hard fun! We are so proud to offer this experience! Once registered, you will be invited to the gals' WhatsApp group party line, where registered guests are posting ideas, preparation hike photos, tips and questions for the hosts to answer.
Bolivia remains extremely traditional and conservative. Please remember that we are guests, and as such we should dress and behave respectfully towards our hosts. Please dress modestly during your time here.
Bringing a small gift is optional but recommended to give to some of the families we support in our community. (Quality socks, non-lingual games (like UNO, a quality deck of cards, Blockus), children's toys or a quality kitchen utensil/gadget.)
As our name Culture Chalk implies, we specialize in Cultural Education. We truly want you to experience the best of Bolivian culture while representing your own culture with class, sensitivity and objectivity. And trust us, we know it's not always easy when experiencing new things; as good as they may be, they are still different and different can be challenging. We encourage visitors to come with an attitude of loving Bolivia for what it is and not judging it for what it is not.
Bolivia is a vibrant place, and roosters crowing, dogs barking, music playing and fireworks being set off at all times of the day is considered normal. Come ready to laugh, dance, sing, and see yourself in a brand new light.
Also... Please bring earplugs if you are a light sleeper! ;)
Our goal as your hosts is for you to leave our place BETTER, in so many ways.
*Accommodations while in Isla del Sol will be announced once the total number of participants is confirmed.
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