27.08.2017 Sand!

उजवाडाक आयलां: 27.08.2017

Today we get up very early again because we want to be at Dune 45 for the sunrise. It starts at 6:15 am.

Once we arrive at the dune, the tough climb begins. 170 meters elevation gain in soft sand.

Very exhausting with only 8 degrees and 5% humidity!!!

The climb
The climb


But the view is unforgettable.

Summit stool
Summit stool
Our car is at the lower right
Our car is at the lower right

It is much easier to go downhill, and it must be already 28 degrees. Tim and Leni run straight down.

Descent
Descent


We continue to Dead Vlei, where there are over 500 years old acacia trees. The drive leads through deep sand. We made it with our Toyota. Four others, however, got stuck.

Dead Vlei
Dead Vlei



We found an Asian tour group very interesting. They walk through the desert with winter coats, rain pants, gloves, rubber boots, umbrellas, and face masks, despite the 31 degrees heat!

Dressed up at 31 degrees
Dressed up at 31 degrees



We spend the afternoon relaxing by the pool.

जाप (1)

Steffi
klasse Bilder und anständig Bewegung und ja, die Asiaten wollen auf keinen Fall braun werden und erwarten wohl einen Sandsturm, erstaunlich.