26.11, 26.12 and 26.13 Cape Province: Otter Trail continued (Part 2)...delightfully.
Otter text continued... The showers were terrific except for the temperature of the water. However, the thawing out process provides one with a very warm feeling. At the last hut, I had the pleasure of showering in a cubicle without a roof. At the time, it happened to be drizzling, which helped compensate for the low pressure. While standing in the shower in all my glory, covered in soap, I also had the privilege to watch a group of birds nestled on a tiny peninsula gazing at me as well as a school of dolphins swimming through the waves. I forgot the water temperature and concentrated on the treat before my eyes. Removing the soap from my body became a task when the rain ceased. The shower and single toilet at each hut had outstanding views of the ocean and reefs. In fact, the toilets were raised and enclosed with picture windows in front. As Rudolph, a fellow hiker remarked one evening: 'We would be spending a night in one of the best spots in the world.' Without wishing ...