We enjoy getting out and exploring our surroundings during our infrequent unscheduled hours, usually Saturday afternoon or Sunday after cleaning our clothes and room. There is a nearby waterfall we have visited several times. The walk descends through a beautiful valley with lots of trees and even a family of wild monkeys; it really makes you feel like you are in Africa! The first time we visited the falls were completely dry, with just a few stagnant pools, but now with all the rains it is a splendid sight full of crashing water. We have also hiked to the top of a nearby mountain where the borders of South Africa, Swaziland and Mozambique all meet and views extend in all directions.
We also like to walk out to the very end of our neighborhood where the town transitions into farmland and the river forms several large pools behind the various irrigation dams, where children swim and fish and women wash clothes. Fortunately/unfortunately there are no crocodiles or hippos. Walking here is very safe and peaceful and we are always surprised by how many people we thought were strangers greet us by name! We are looking forward to some great hike exploring at our new site, although it might be difficult going into monsoon season!
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