Also, the cost of transportation is very reasonable. For example, a 4-hour bus ride may only cost $6 and a short mototaxi ride from the market to my home is less than $1.
At first, trying to get around feels very scary. But, you take a deep breath and view it as an adventure. It is normal if you get lost along the way, and people will help you find your way. You will learn to be very observant, in case you get lost. You have to learn how to describe where you live and recognize landmarks near where you need to be. You cannot always trust maps since not all the roads exist on Google Maps! Some of the roads here that go into the mountains or the jungle can be scary. They are very narrow, made of dirt, and twist and wind. You have to be brave! Also, something I struggle with is getting distracted because the landscape is beautiful here! I love staring into the snow-capped mountains, the blue rivers cutting through the canyons, and passing by sand dunes and rocky beaches on the coast.
Unlike the United States, where many families own a car, most people here only use public transportation. To get to school, most kids walk with their parents or take mototaxis. To get to work, most adults take colectivos (large shared vans). To get certain food, clothes or other items for your house, people will travel to the bigger cities by bus.
No matter how far away you live, there always seems to be a way to get somewhere without a car. Peruvians are very family-oriented and spend alot of time with their families and friends.
