Hawassa, Leisure

On Tuesday, I wanted to see the hippos, so I searched for a boatman to take me to the hippos. The ride lasted about 30 minutes until we spotted a group of 14 hippos; we lingered there for a moment, about 10 meters apart, and then slowly made our way back along the shore. It was very exciting, especially the moment when we disturbed a mature hippo cow while it was feeding, and it submerged only to resurface a few meters next to the boat. The many birds along the shoreline were also fascinating.

Back on solid ground, I returned to the Selam, where I enjoyed a wonderful meal at the restaurant. A short chat with the metal worker who operates on the JENNY metal press brought back memories of the OttMetall company, whose new building I had accompanied in 2002.

Before long, it was time to say goodbye to Hawassa. I will definitely come back here again.