For the perfect day of overlanding take the following ingredients, mix well and serve on a hot day;
a) scenic views
b) dusty roads
c) truck problems (fixable)
d) bush camping
e) a campfire
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| Leaving Debark |
f) wide eyed locals watching on
We hit our truck problems straight away as it failed to start. Swapping the battery had no effect but further inspection revealed some overnight tampering and cut wires. Domingo was soon on the case & we set off on the road to Axum.
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| Lunch stop |
Winding up & down through the mountains with stunning views, often on both sides.
Lunch stop on the road includes the staple ingredient of laughing cow.
A brief stop in a small town en route gives the opportunity for anyone wanting to purchase a cold drink.
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| stopping in a small town |
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| view from the window |
After a couple of abortive viewings we settle on a flat piece of ground well off the main road. Despite this, there is already a group of kids watching us put up tents, and their numbers swell to around 50 by the time the cook group are preparing a three course feast.
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| interested onlookers |
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| bush camp |
The kids leave after dark as we roast bananas and marshmallows on the embers of the camp fire
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| fire! |
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