As the rain ceased so does my stint in the cook islands. It is truely a sad day. But not without some great stories.
I returned my scooter to the rental place, and did some local shopping around town, good finds! Although being in town and my place is far out of town I had to catch a bus.
But before I get too carried away, I had a chance to drive my scooter around a bunch before I dropped it off, and because I needed some photos of me not wearing pants. I guess that was too much for some people. You know who you are. I did just that.
Seeing the lagoon was spectacular it goes on for a really long time before the break. Crystal clear blue water accented by the deep blue sky and contrasted perfectly by palm trees.This place is awesome!
Once I returned the scooter I had to catch a bus back to the hut, it wasn't bad but I had to seek better wheels.
After reading my book in the heat of the day for a few hours, I thought I need to do one of the hikes on the island. I chose the one closest to my hut and journeyed into the jungle. When I say jungle think of Survivor, or the Vancouver Aquarium. The humidity hits you like a ton of bricks!
Having reached the Summit and scaled up the 15 meter rock wall to complete the hike I was there! Having to use old ropes and metal spikes in the rock was a little dicey but I made it.
After making it down safely and back to the hut, I still was in search of wheels. I walked out to the road then it dawned on me why not hitch. One of the safest places to do so... but still kinda dicey when riding in the back of pickup trucks.
Made it safe into town grabbed dinner and then made my way back to the hut to start packing up.
This morning, I woke early as the locals do around 630, and headed for town walking. Hitched into town and saw the market! What a sight, I was a little bummed my camera wasn't in hand but I can tell you it is a sight to see, people all rushing about at 7 am getting food or last minute gifts.
The last hitch of the day was back to the hut where I am able to post this blog and upload some photos. Miss you all. Kia Orana!
See you in a few days on the north coast of New Zealand!
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