We had a big full on driving day yesterday - starting at 4.30am to get out to soussvlei to see the petrified forest and walk up some more dunes. Magical. Ill still be finding sand for weeks to come.
The next 10 hours were less fun -backwards seat opposite two 6ft boys with no concept of personal body space. Fortunately they respond well to my direct communication style. The bus decided to break down for a couple of hours, and decided to restart just as Em and I were under a nearby tree trying to wee. Not even the prospect of seeing über guide with oil smeared across his chest could cheer me up - I was hot, sticky and really really wanted to reach a destination.
By 8pm we reached fish river canyon in time for sunset. The crew surprised us with a cheese board and sparkling wine. All thoughts of the last 10 hours faded, Brie was nibbled, we teased the new trip couple as they watched the sun disappear together. Life was good.
Only 2 more nights left -I'm going to miss this little family.
Better make the next two days count......
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