Strathmore

Back at the truck, Laban explained that, even though it was only 3pm, Harare’s Friday rush hour would start soon and, if we didn’t leave now, we could be stuck in traffic for about three hours! So, we headed for the campsite, a thirty-minute drive away. When we got there, Laban told us that we’re on for a 5.30am breakfast and a 6.30am departure tomorrow. This, coupled with the fact that there is only one toilet and shower for the women to use, and one for the men, made us decide to upgrade to an ensuite room for the cost of US$50. So, we took off what we needed from the truck, and went to settle in. Soon, as a member of the cook group today, I found myself chopping a mountain of kale with Michele!

When the veg were all chopped, we had an hour or so to relax before dinner. We caught up on the internet and chatted to a few people. For dinner, Henry had prepared soup followed by chicken stir fry with rice and vegetables. We had the luxury of eating at tables indoors! We went to bed early in readiness for our early start.

The photos 📸 attached to this footprint 👣 were taken during the drive to our camp.Read more