Our day started very early. Natasha dropped us off at the Rustenburg Kloof, to continue on our hike. It was still dark when we arrived, and then the security guard didn’t want to let us in, because we had made no prior arrangements. A bummer because all we wanted was access to the mountain, and this was the next place that we had to go up.
He was adamant however, that we were not to enter the property. We told Natash to drop us by the side of the road, and so we continued along the fence, until we could go no further. Then we decided, bugger this, we have to jump the fence, and Maria got over no problem, like a little monkey that one. I couldn’t, and then went back to reception, where the security guard told me that he was going to get us arrested for trespassing, so I got a bit of a fright. This is when we phoned Ernst Kleinhans, the CEO of this establishment and luckily there wasn’t a problem, and we could proceed. This of course 2 hrs after we had been dropped off.
The hike to the top was challenging but nice. It’s good to be back, and this is a very beautiful part of the mountain indeed. We were hiking alongside the most beautiful waterfalls most of our way up, but the only sad part was seeing how these sacred areas were polluted by people. Strange once again, that dogs are not allowed anywhere, when people are the ones who pollute and scar Mother Nature. Dante and Katryn loved it, every second of it. The baboons are always nearby, and surround us, curiously, every time we take a break.
We hiked along the Nature Reserve’s fence, this time, nothing would get us to jump any fences. I think it’s safe to say that we’ve learnt our lesson. We found the most reasonable flat spot, to set up camp, and enjoyed the last hour of sunlight. Then I witnessed the most spectacular sunset ever imaginable – yet again. This is my favorite place (on top of a mountain somewhere), and my favorite time of day (sunset).
We had a quick and easy dinner, and then it was time for silence/music. Beautiful day, this has been, and I’m glad to be where I am right now. It’s just a bit cold though, but nothing that I can’t handle. Just a quick thank you for a glorious day, and for reaching the top without a scratch. Thanks also to my team, each one of you are so unique and precious, and for having my back.
Good night, and may everyone have peace in their hearts tonight. Sweet dreams.
