I decided to take the "scenic route" today. That means staying on the gravel road to camp Ndurukoro. It was a little shorter and I got more river views, passed through more small villages and saw a little more of the local life. It is a stretch for me to have gone this way as I prefer paved roads and more of a main route. However, no shortage of people along the way. I went slow as again, I had a headwind and I think my average speed was 6mph, but I didn't care as I was in no hurry. My arm is tired from waving to all the kids! Ha ha. I love how their faces light up when I acknowledge them.
I should also mention, as I pushed my bike up to the lodge, one of the guys comes and and says, "why do you crazy people do this?" or something along that line. It was good for a laugh.
Another cyclist, Christian, who has been traveling a very long time and really exploring Africa, showed up on the second evening. Always good to chat and compare notes, but he is way more crazy adventurous than I am. In my mind, to the point of being unsafe with regards to animals. I mean, he had lions all around his tent one evening and has seen them on the road. Not for me! There are limits to the risks I am willing to take.
Okay, everyone told me "just wait for them to cross the road and don't get between mom and the babies and you'll be fine." NOBODY told me what to do when they are camped out on the road with small babies (off to the right.) I waited 15 minutes and then decided to pass on the left. I was so scared! They moved a little away as I got closer and closer, but do you see those pointy horns!
My first venture into a Shebeen (bar). I had to wake the lady whose head was resting on the counter to get a Coke. (My only option besides beer.) I was the only customer.
Always thankful for a bed even if I was late to realize the windows were screens and it was still cold. My bathroom is attached, but basically almost outdoors. Now that I learned cobras can climb, I hope nothing climbs the walls in that area tonight!
