48 Hours on Peru's Lake Titicaca: Our Homestay Experience 🇵🇪

Upon our arrival in Puno, Peru, we hopped on a boat and began exploring the highest lake in all of South America- Peru's Lake Titicaca. We got the opportunity to visit three different islands on Lake Titicaca (the human-made floating islands of the Uros people, Amantani Island, and Taquile Island), and we quickly realized that the local Peruvian communities residing on the lake were living highly sustainable lives. They were all experts on living off of the land and using natural resources to live happy and healthy lives. It was an absolute pleasure to spend 48 hours with these incredible Peruvian people- our time on Peru's Lake Titicaca will forever be a memory we hold dear. 🇵🇪
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[@holleym2927]

One word - stunning!!!! The land and the people! To me, their way of life sounds like heaven! Claire must have felt like she was in heaven with all of those brightly colored textiles!!!! I cannot believe how beautiful they were! You both looked so happy and carefree!!! Blessing to both of you for sharing these travels and bringing so much joy to me! Safe travels!!! xoxo

[@ChadandClaire]

It really was a trip we will remember forever. Not everyday you get to wear local clothing and learn SO much about a new culture. Hope you're well Holley!

[@doloreschien4621]

Thank you both for this priceless vlog. It is a valuable anthropological lesson. I enjoyed every moment viewing it. The natives have such admirable lifestyles, never waste one second, “ even work while walking.” Their cleaning agent is completely biodegradable! Their healthy teeth are cleaned with natural twigs. How I wish we can grow these plants in this part of the planet ! Safe and peaceful without any police ! No divorce ! I hope no domestic violence too ? Old people above 80s are still actively dancing in that high altitudes ! Do they have hospitals and schools ? Incredible ! I admire their ingenious floating island ! Their colorful costumes are amazingly attractive. The whole vlogs is delightful . Thank you Both ! From an 89 old Chines 老婆婆。 No divorce !

[@NeverStopAdventuring]

The floating islands and terraced farmland are amazing. How kind of the locals to open their homes to visitors. Thanks for showing us!

[@BielichDai]

for a price of course, not just letting white kids stay gratis

[@jeffparker6124]

"A three hour tour" by boat? Had me humming the Gilligan's Islands theme song all afternoon. Of course I have just revealed my age bracket I suppose....lol. glad you are having a great time and sharing it with us.

[@ChadandClaire]

My dad always talked about Gilligan's Island! hahaha too good! Thanks for sharing your time with us Jeff!

[@Wanderepicearth]

Amazing culture, amazing people and that bowl of soup looks delicious!

[@ChadandClaire]

It was super filling and we assume, very healthy!

[@umiracoma272]

Nice culture Peru have

[@An_Ka_Li]

I'm going to Peru in November! I'm sooo excited! I'm so greatful that I found your chanel so I can see a little bit of the land before heading there. It's also comforting in a way (to me) to see people who is still traveling even in these strange times and that it's still possible. Thank you for your hard and beautiful work! Much love and blessings to you two!

[@engelsq.l.4258]

Welcome to Perú!!!..I'm happy for you...

[@isabelmendi3973]

Wow you guys I’m so jealous, what a great adventure. You make me want to visit Peru keep having fun and posting. Looking forward to your videos

[@ChadandClaire]

You should! We really love it here! Thanks for following along!

[@summerraainx3]

Hi Chad and Claire, I was wondering if theres a way to add links or what to search for if you were trying to book a stay with a local like you guys did. We need Claire's planning tips lol. I love your adventures and would love to someday go to Peru but I am a little hesitant on booking something on my own and not knowing wether its safe or not. Keep up the amazing work been following you guys since your road trip journey!

[@ChadandClaire]

Hey!! Thanks for reaching out! So we booked all of our bus tickets through a company called "Peru Hop." It is more expensive than other options, but because we are just getting into the swing of planning international trips we decided to use their service. In addition, to their bus tickets, you can book additional tours with their partners. That is how we did this excursion. They do a very good job and we have felt very safe using their service. We plan on giving more travel tips in the future! Keep asking questions! We love answering them. Let us know if there's anything we can clarify.

[@andrewj9831]

@@ChadandClaire I used Peru Hop too, and it's more $$ but it's also focused on tourists..so if your Spanish isn't good or want more "safer" options then traveling with locals.

[@danieldatsik3825]

@@andrewj9831 Hi 🙋🏻‍♂️ i can be your guide 🦮 :) I'm from Puno, I'm learning your language, it's wonderful ;) Bye 🙋🏻‍♂️

[@mtnlayde01]

Amazing people , you guys captured the essence of the culture & the people so WELL !!!! Hope you brought some of the Shampoo back with you 🙏🏻🙏🏻✌️

[@wayneholmes2702]

Wow so beautiful. I have to visit this awesome part of Peru while I'm here. Great video and loved your interaction with the people. Chad and Claire a big thumbs up!!! Vamos Peru.

[@tdadventures]

So so cool and awesome video. Not long ago I was watching a video of how the children from the floating islands make their difficult journey to school. It is so neat to see that you had the opportunity to visit the floating islands. Love the colorful clothing you wore. The dancing looks fun. Stay safe.

[@ChadandClaire]

Wow! Sounds really interesting! Imagine growing up on a floating island! Sounds like the plot for a new disney movie.

[@reelhappytravellers2691]

That was such a beautiful video! I feel replenished. Great story telling and boundless wisdom shared. Truely awesome.... I really appreciate everything that you do.

[@ChadandClaire]

Glad you enjoyed it! Seriously so kind of you!

[@ccj7942]

This was a MAGICAL video you two!! 💜💜💜

[@yessicazucca9869]

Looks amazing! I’ve never been there but I always hear nice things about it.

[@bennineo6372]

that is so much fun - thank you guys so much! I wish we could go sometime soon. I like very much both of you. Claire is such a lovely girl, chad strikes me as the best hubby out there ... keep up the good (and I believe also hard) work/vlog ...

[@jingg9616]

Wow! Great video! I love watching u guys video, you guys are blessed to experienced this culture. I hope one day i get to do it too.. tc!

[@ChadandClaire]

We feel so lucky! Thanks for watching! Excited for you to visit one day as well!

[@derykmacleod4979]

Amazing the people are poor, yet healthy and happy...thats the way live. I love he bright colours, I wouldn't mind an embroidered shirt like they wear...maybe the hat w's cold out lol

[@ChadandClaire]

Yeah! Peruvian island life looks like the move!! Mama Ulga was the best!

[@danielalbertson1353]

Great vid. Learned alot from it to thank you enjoy ur trip.

[@ChadandClaire]

Awesome, thank you!

[@danielleshekoni8047]

This is a great video. Use. I was wondering if you used different tour guides for the different islands or if this was one tour that you booked for all 3?

[@ChadandClaire]

Great question!! This entire two day tour included all the islands, the homestay, and 4 meals. It was booked via our bus company "Peru Hop."

[@sharonoldham4374]

Love, love , love your videos. It's wonderful to see the places you both visited , culture, and cuisine. Can hardly wait to see your next video . Take care and enjoy.

[@lovinglife4962]

Hiiiiiii you two 💗💗❕It’s great to see y’all😍and once again I get to go on a trip with y’all 😂yeah lol. Sooooo beautiful and enjoyable Pleeeeeeeeeeease Pleeeeeeeeeeease stay safe😷😷and keep loving each other 💕

[@ChadandClaire]

We will do our best to stay safe! Thanks for coming along on our trip with us! See ya at the same time in the next four days! 😂

[@lovinglife4962]

Thank for having me😆💓👍🏽. I can’t wait to see where I’m going next lol night night

[@tamiami41]

What a wonderful adventure that was. Thank you for continuing to share your journeys with us.

[@ChadandClaire]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@deborahrussell1609]

Thank you so much for sharing this..you guys are having so many great adventures..your so brave..luv u both.

[@ChadandClaire]

Hey Deborah! Thanks for sharing your time with us!

[@silvia-ow3ys]

Hope to visit there in the future. Thanks for sharing.

[@loissage3630]

You are building an amazing legacy. Thank you for sharing. I woke my snoring dog up laughing at Clair’s bullet proof corset!

[@gvilzavideos7498]

Great video!!! I loved it, thank you

[@yiy3429]

Great video. Thanks for sharing. Btw, keep your smile, Claire. It makes you even more beautiful.

[@poodlevlogs2037]

your videos bring me joy.

[@always.wondering.wandering]

How do you spell the name of the plant used for making soap. I love how these people live so simply off the land. Thank you for taking us along.

[@ChadandClaire]

"Chukjo" is the name of the plant! Truly so amazing how they live!

[@always.wondering.wandering]

@@ChadandClaire thanks

[@PulseWave999]

is very good and beautiful

[@netta1383]

Special and interesting. I really enjoyed that.

[@iggy5801]

hi! just wanted to say that i’m really loving all of your videos!!! the production, music, all of the information that you provide, and both of you make your videos sooo enjoyable!!! and i’m now just as excited to travel in the future too :) wishing you guys all the best

[@daniellapr7016]

I love your videos!!! You make an amazing content!

[@clearlakepets1]

Great job guys. Keep them coming.

[@juanantonio2755]

Lake Titicaca is the highest navigable lake in the world.

[@karincameron2718]

What a peaceful stay you’ve had there. Very magic and unforgettable place I think. Good vibes guys!

[@georgemckinnon7134]

Super nice, and well narrated.

[@ChadandClaire]

Glad you think so! Thanks for watching!

[@kimsmith1322]

I really love this video, it was so interesting. I wish you would have shown more of the market and items for sale. I wondered how much they charge for the items they sell? Such wonderful creative living. Stay safe, your videos are so inspirational.

[@ChadandClaire]

One of the hats we showed was 50 soles. So it’s certainly affordable! We also bought one but decided to pass. Thanks for watching!

[@franciscobarbizu7052]

Thank you for the video, 😂 you guys add extra positive positive energy walking around the island to the one you already have, what a super humble couple 😊❤

[@ochaocha779]

Omg this is amazing!

[@tanvigawde1612]

Soo beautiful and precious!! The people, the places and the experiences!! Thank you for sharing such an incredible trip with us

[@okmelancholico]

Please consider coming to Indonesia sometime! It's still a lot of hassle with quarantine (for people coming in) and things like that right now, but I hope within a few months things will get better. There are so many beautiful islands to experience, and I'm sure you both will shoot wonderful videos when you're here.

[@ChadandClaire]

We definitely want to visit! We are just waiting on the borders to open up!

[@omerhadi]

I am sold😍😍😍

[@Palipegu]

I love your video guys. I from Lima and i never had visited south of Perú but i now, i like visit, it's wonderful the people, the lake and all the experience that you see there. Un abrazo y espero que vuelvan pronto, i You Will visit kuelap, it's similar to macchu Picchu, or Huaraz it's called the Peruvian Swiss

[@kinskymeza7573]

Buen video, hermoso Lago Titiicaca

[@wiogirl]

It looked like so much fun! Where did you book your tour? How much did it cost? Thanks🙂

[@sanu5308]

Hi Chad and Claire, Thank you for all the insightful videos. I was watching your Machu Picchu video and you mentioned that you plan everything yourself which is great. Wanted to do something similar for Puno and Lake Titicaca. I'm planning to stay in Puno and take a day tour to the islands and meet Uros people. Is this tour we need advance booking or something we can buy from Puno itself?

[@lareekline8232]

What a great adventure! What were the longish sweet sour things? Potatoes?

[@ChadandClaire]

Yes they were potatoes! 1/2000+ varieties of Peruvian potatoes. :)

[@renaejohnson9338]

The Reed people of the Tigris and Euphrates, live very similar lives. They are the descendants of the Sumerians. They are happier than the people, who are living in the desert, on either side of the Great Rivers. The Aras people,who adapted to living on Lake Titicaca, have similar Lives. Much happier and simple pleasures.

[@mrsamice3416]

Thank you for sharing your adventures! I'm also planning a trip to Peru and wondering where did you leave your luggage when visited the islands - at a hotel in Puno?

[@ChadandClaire]

Hey! Yes we left our luggage at a hostel in Puno. It was all organized via our bus company peru hop.

[@neelanjanaroy3765]

Excellent video. In which month you guys went there and the island where you stayed overnight what is the name of that island ?

[@jpcesar99]

also at the small home where you guys the only ones or where there others

[@ChadandClaire]

We were all broken off into small groups! We had 1 other person in our group that ate with us, but Claire and I had our own private room.

[@lisav834]

Magnifique 🥰

[@GonzzaLopez]

Hi nice video! How many day have you been in peru? Where I can see the itinerary of your trip. Thx

[@jpcesar99]

where can i get all the info of where you went and places you went to and slept at

[@ChadandClaire]

We booked everything through our bus company called “Peru Hop” they then organized the tour. We never even learned the name of the tour company. Hope that helps!

[@andrewj9831]

Peru Hop has the tour company on their site.

[@kanitrapruttasarote8900]

We are in Cusco. We are following you for traveling in Peru. We would like to go to puno from Cusco as the same homestay tour like you. Where we can contact and find agency for booking ?

[@RomeyRome413]

Hi. Love your videos, what vlogging camera are you using?

[@ChadandClaire]

Hey! We use the Sony a7iii! All of our equipment is linked in the description box as well as our website! 😁

[@Rahtian18]

Hi! Was there a shower on the homestay?? Thanks

[@hozhotees3682]

❤️❤️❤️

[@emmie_enroute]

Hi Chad/Claire. Firstly, want to say I so enjoy watching all your travel vids. You guys are so adorable together. I have a quick question regarding Peru Hop and your stays in each destination. How far in advance did you book with Peru Hop? And the stays/excursions? Were they also booked through Peru Hop affiliation site as well? Do these excursions need to be booked prior to securing Peru Hop transportation or you booked everything around the same time when you got to Cusco? Just want an idea as I will be going to Peru in a couple of weeks and want to do the same Peru Hop itinerary once we are done with Machu Picchu. Thanks in advance for any insights.

[@ChadandClaire]

Hey Emmie! Send us an email and we’ll get back to you in detail! [e-mail]

[@jeweloholic]

How was the altitude up there at 3800m above sea?

[@charlysv5033]

🙂👍🙂👍🙂👍🙂saludos 👍🙂👍🙂

[@HI-vw4fw]

I just think of a parallel world where everyone is of such pagan religions. That earth would be way healthy and people just naturally jolly and happy.

[@Gyurmey]

I wanna see chad dancing 🕺

[@ChadandClaire]

Maybe next time. 😂🕺

[@PadresSudCreadoresConscientes]

How can we get to stay in Mama olga?

[@antoniogradilla7933]

All sweet and nice until you must do the dishes lol 😂… nop I don’t do dishes , I’ve rather to pay lol 😝

[@francesco3207]

24 hours is not a food tour worthy time frame but whatever. We stayed for 5 days then returned another 3...

[@mattou3192]

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