We woke up to a very overcast day. Sometime during the night we had rain which had really dirtied my car windows more than I would like. But anyhow, we did need the rain.
We had some muesli for breakfast, packed up and headed off to East London.
We left, said good bye to Mbuli and thanked her for the beautiful accommodation and we headed off into the sunshine. The wind was really hectic and very cold. Although the sun was shining we had to wear out jerseys, but we still enjoyed the sunshine.
One thing I have learnt from driving through these major cities is that there is always a truck bypass route. This route goes around the city and it is definitely better than having to deal with animals, people cars double and triple parked, trucks that just stop to off load and hectic pot holes.
We hit Butterworth on a Monday morning to quite busy city road, but we managed to get through quite easy.
Heading towards the Great Kei and we saw the Turbines in the far distance. We crossed over the Kei River which was almost totally dry, but still flowing very slowly. I need to do some research on the rail way line that runs next to the N2.
We arrived in East London just before lunch time and we headed straight to the East London Museum. We got there and the security guard told me that the museum is closed. I begged to meet with one of the managers to explain my situation about why I was there.
Geraldine came down and chatted to me. I explained my reason for being there. We went into the museum where I met Kevin.
We all chatted for quite a long time and we all decided that tomorrow will be a better day. If mom and I will come back at 9:45, Kevin will take us on a true hunt for Castle Point Lighthouse plus the Nahoon light house and a few other places. I was thrilled by this and we left.
We headed to Nahoon Caravan park for the next 2 nights. Another awesome Park. Lovely staff, nicely kept grounds and beautiful sites. I have to admit that all the parks we have ever been too have been great with the exception of one that was in the Kei/Morgans bay area.
Sorted out the van, and our camp. Mom made dinner and we were lights out for the day. Really looking forward to tomorrow.
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