Taking the bikes across to the next peninsula

A tricky passage on the east of the peninsula

Animals are often tethered. This sheep was leaning on its lead with leg outstretched until I stopped

It's easy to see why reeds are widely used

We are on quiet dirt roads in the morning

In this area there are graves in the fields, often painted blue

Views over fields to snow capped mountains on the far side of lake Titicaca

Llamas and Alpacas occasionally come to visit the coast

Ecclesia di Santiago Apostol in Pomata, from 1567, is superb,

So we admire the outside sculptures, somewhat marked by local (Quechua) art.

We are getting closer to the Bolivian border and already see the Isola del Sol

From Felix's to Bolivia

November 12, 2025 in Peru ⋅ ☁️ 10 °C

We could have stayed longer at Felix’s place and learned a lot, but Titicaca, Bolivia and home are waiting for us. For the sake of timing and adventure, we have arranged with Felix that he will take us on his little boat with our bikes and baggage, and cut across to the next peninsula just across from his hotel on the southern lake shore. By light breeze and gentle sun we cross in half an hour and pedal ourselves up to the coastal road.

It is a wonderful three-day trip, with breathtaking lake views, through farming and fishing land. (Various signs suggest that the tourist industry may be on its way). The ever-changing sky and geology create a whole palette of colors. On the last day we encounter a beautiful colonial piece of art, the Santiago Apostol church of Pomata, which is almost as old as some of the Inca monuments we have seen.

Finally we stop at the last possible ATM in Yunguyo to take all Peruvian soles we can. It requires a delicate path in both directions through a local town party (Peruvians party a lot, don't you agree?). Just before the border we arrive at the Hotel Summita and find a good exchange rate into Bolivianos. A new country beckons.Read more