Wild figs, Apple Strudle and a whole lot of nothing

We got up reasonbly early this morning to find (thankfully) a somewhat overcast sky. Perfect weather for a quick stroll through the wild fig tree forest nearby our campsite. We initially thought about doing a day hike at Naukloof, but because it is also run by NWR and because Johan (the owner of the Tsauchab River Camp) told us their rock pools were dry and we could visit his forest on the river for free we changed our minds. It was well worth the bit of 4x4ing to get there (Andre is getting better).

Then it was off to Solitaire and of course we had to try the infamous apple strudle. The serving was generous and Andre enjoyed it. I had a taste of his, but confectionary containing apples has never been my thing. We tried to help a somewhat paniced French couple who were looking for a spare tyre, but Johan (who also sells tyres) did not have their size nor did the garage at Solitaire. They did manage to get a telephone directory and were calling some places in Walvis bay when we left.

We managed to find ice at Solitaire. It is a very precious commodity when you are out in the sticks. Since leaving Sesriem all the places we asked either did not have or would not sell!

The most bizarre thing about Solitaire for me was the fact that they have squirrels digging in the dirt and living in an old Ford bakkie. Solitaire does not have much in the way of trees 🙂

Then it was off to Walvis Bay. The road was terrible a times and the last 100km befor Walvis was boring as hell. Considering the scenary overdose of the last few days my comments might be unfair. On the way we saw a number of dead foxes on the roadside. Karma?

After a quick drive through Walvis Bay we headed into Swakopmund. The backpackers was full but the backup plan campsite (Alte Brucke) was gold. Grassed stand with our own bathroom and shower.

By the time we got to Swakopmund I was finished. After dinner (at 3pm) and a refreshing shower I crawled into bed. It seems mandatory for me to be sick at least once when on holiday (sigh). By late afternoon I was feeling a bit better and Andre and I walked down to the beach to the jetty.

After the sweltering heat since leaving Luderizt the cool sea breeze here is most welcome. We will probably spend 3 days here before moving on.