Isla Del Sol
With news that the road strike had lifted, we took our chances and hopped on a bus to Puno, next to Lake Titicaca. The ride went relatively smoothely until we reached a bridge covered in broken stones and protestors refusing to let anyone pass by car. Luckily the bus company arranged for another bus to wait on the other side of the bridge, so we strapped on our packs and walked the long haul. One guy in our group was even interviewed by a local newscastor.
Crossing the road blocked bridge in style
After a less than rivetng night in Puno, the group decided it would be best to explore Lake Titicaca from the Bolvian side. We were excited to get our Bolivian visas, but a bit envious of our Aussie and UK friends who were not slapped with the $135 visa fee reserved for Americans.
As soon as we got to Copacabana we bartered for a private boat to take us to Isla del Sol, the Island considered to be where the first Inca rose out of the water. We had a 3 hour scenic hike across the Island overlooking the beautiful blue hues of Lake Titicaca the whole way. Our day ended with a lovely sunset on our relaxing and slow ride back to civilization.
The famous boats made of reeds
Our luxurious boat
Trekking across the island
The group
Sunset on the boat
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