A fairly lazy morning was had, enjoying the sunrise over the beach, and watching donkeys, pigs and people alike potter around. After obtaining some more water, we set off up the hill towards the ridge - our aim being to reach it and follow it back to the "Parte Sur" of the island. This turned out to be tricky, as what started as a promising looking and well carved path soon disappeared into a small track. In the end we followed the scar of an empty water course up to the ridge, and were rewarded with magnificent views!
The path itself along the ridge is an old Inca road, and therefore well marked and easily navigable (for the first time on the island!). Being able to see both sides of this island was spectacular. We were charged 15 Bs for the privilege of walking the track, but it was certainly worth it.
Around 13:30 we found ourselves entering the biggest settlement - Yumani. Here we were accosted by a very cute little girl and some sheep. She asked us for some "agua" (water), and how could we say no? We gave her our least full bottle, which was still half full, and she guzzled the lot extremely fast! Definitely not someone to take on in a drinking contest.... She politely returned the bottle with a "gracias" and carried on shepherding her sheep. We carried on through the village and towards the port, looking forward to getting to our hostel and being united with out bigger bags and some snacks.
In the evening we set off in search of food. When there are no boats arriving or leaving, the port is surprisingly quiet, and our search was fairly fruitless. After climbing a steep hill (which Peter didn't thank me for!) we eventually returned to the restaurant right by the hostel, for some welcome soup, spaghetti and a delightful fruit salad and pink yoghurt (it only every seems to be pink here!).
Our room here is another one with a view, and in the early mornings and evenings the snow-capped mountains make an appearance behind the mainland. Set off against a flat lake, the vista is breathtaking - and I can't wait to start our trek next week!
The path itself along the ridge is an old Inca road, and therefore well marked and easily navigable (for the first time on the island!). Being able to see both sides of this island was spectacular. We were charged 15 Bs for the privilege of walking the track, but it was certainly worth it.
Around 13:30 we found ourselves entering the biggest settlement - Yumani. Here we were accosted by a very cute little girl and some sheep. She asked us for some "agua" (water), and how could we say no? We gave her our least full bottle, which was still half full, and she guzzled the lot extremely fast! Definitely not someone to take on in a drinking contest.... She politely returned the bottle with a "gracias" and carried on shepherding her sheep. We carried on through the village and towards the port, looking forward to getting to our hostel and being united with out bigger bags and some snacks.
In the evening we set off in search of food. When there are no boats arriving or leaving, the port is surprisingly quiet, and our search was fairly fruitless. After climbing a steep hill (which Peter didn't thank me for!) we eventually returned to the restaurant right by the hostel, for some welcome soup, spaghetti and a delightful fruit salad and pink yoghurt (it only every seems to be pink here!).
Our room here is another one with a view, and in the early mornings and evenings the snow-capped mountains make an appearance behind the mainland. Set off against a flat lake, the vista is breathtaking - and I can't wait to start our trek next week!
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