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The island is steep. Once you leave Yumani port you are climbing uphill at altitude. Initially the Escalera del Inca is picturesque but will stretch your lungs. After that there is more uphill. The walking surfaces are rough and uneven, if walking at night bring a torch. The views are fantastic! The best place to catch sunset and sunrise views is probably the highest part of Yumani village. From there going uphill to Mirador Palla Khalsa gives great 360 degree views.

Wonderful getaway! The island has no cars, but lots of donkeys and llamas. We were able to find a couple good places to have dinner and watch the sunset. We also were able to explore the island, walk to the ruins and the viewpoints and just relax. While walking up the first set of stairs, I took off my sling bag to take a couple layers off - the sun was out and I was overheating. I forgot my sling there and noticed that it was missing about 10 minutes later. I re-traced my steps and couldn't find it, so I chatted with a couple of the locals and showed them a picture of what it looked like. Within 10 minutes of chatting with the locals, my sling was located and I was able to pick it up a little further up the trail. I thought that experience spoke well of the locals and what they are trying to promote - an enjoyable, safe, relaxing experience. We will come back to the Isla del Sol on our next visit to La Paz.

The island is small but to hike all of it you need a full day or two. There's a beautiful sunset viewpoint at the top (pack some layers as it gets colder as soon the sun sets!) and some ruins scattered through. I didn't really get to check out the community itself; there were some restaurants close by that we just ate at instead.