(^20) Harnai - Guhagar – 57 km
The following morning, Amanda declared that she felt strong enough to tackle
the 13-kilometre journey to Dapoli. Upon reaching Dapoli, she hopped onto a
bus, where she became an instant point of curiosity among the locals. I crossed
the Vashishti River by ferry, and we arrived in Dabhoi almost simultaneously.
Once across the river to Dhopave, we pedalled along a hot and hilly road to
Guhagar, where the salty breeze of the Arabian Sea filled the air.
To our delight, we stumbled upon a charming spot behind a quaint house that
doubled as a shop and a restaurant. The rhythmic sound of the waves created a
serene ambience, inviting us to set up camp. With the promise of a night under
the stars, we eagerly pitched our tents, ready to embrace the beauty of the
coastal paradise that surrounded us.
Camping in a public area sets you up for constant visitors. The Indians are a
curious nation, and we were peppered with questions. Swimming in the
lukewarm waters as the sun set over the Arabian Sea felt like the perfect way to
end the day. The shop owner prepared a delicious home-cooked thali, and I
thought life couldn’t get any better.
leana
(Leana)
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