South African West Coast - October 2008

The plan was to take a drive up the West Coast on Saturday, camp on the beach and return home on the Sunday. This time we were going to take the Landie as the dogs were also going along - the main aim being to get away from it all and let the dogs have some fun at the same time.

It was one of the most perfect days that we've ever experienced on the West Coast - hot, no wind and clear skies. We managed to find a fairly quiet beach that stretched about 1 km to each side of us - located at S32.53.730 E17.52.126 and named "Sandbaai" (Sandy Bay).

The camp was set up above the high water mark with a good view of the scenery.

The dogs had lots of fun playing on the beach, chasing sticks and stones that we threw for them, and digging holes. They were exhausted by nightfall.

Nothing beats the feeling of peace and quiet, of being alone out in nature, a stunning sunset with a fire by your feet and dogs lying next to it. Best of all is to be able to share this with the person you love most in life.

The following morning we awoke to an overcast sky. Rain was predicted for later in the day, so we had a warm cup of coffee on the beach after which we broke camp and headed back home the scenic way.

Quick outings like this helps to regenerate the energy required to last another week at the office, and we are very thankful to be able to spend as much time outdoors as we do.