Rain in the Richtersveld Two.0 - Desolation & Dunes

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After filling up in Steinkopf we were itching to get some dirt under our tyres.

 

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Not long thereafter, we headed North off the tar, into the rugged area leading into the Richtersveld proper.

 

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We rode through country that was harsh, yet still green. There were numerous tracks leading in different directions, often leading into a dead end where the remnants of a homestead or shepherds hut had stood. We followed a number of these which were great fun as they petered out, sparking a search for a new one.

 

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In this vast landscape we found our very own megaliths. They called for a rest.

 

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and a few photo opportunities.

 

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It was Turncoat Mike's turn to receive the Pink Panty award.

 

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The rest of the team were a little more pensive.

 

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Wandering around with a very large flock of sheep and goats were two herders and their dogs, who said they had certainly not expected to see us there when they woke up that morning.

 

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The further north we went, the harsher the terrain became.

 

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This was exactly what Craig had been waiting for, he was spoiled for choice to the point of excess choice paralysis - but not quite!

Craig was in Ibex mode at every opportunity.

 

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