Compared to our drive into the city, the remainder of our time in Johannesburg passed uneventfully. Poor tourists, we didnt even try to see any sights. We mooched about Randburg sorting out the Landy and things for our trip further north, and availed ourselfs of the not-too-slow and relatively inexpensive internet at the hostel. The Landy now has a new battery and shiny dark windows, newly tinted for sunm heat and smash-n-grab protection. We stopped by Ezi-Awn, the manufacturers of the roof tent to enquire about panels for the Landy's awning. Ezi-Awn gave us exceptional customer service. We asked if we could have some of the little hole dooberies that the tent poles go into as a couple had fallen out somewhere in Australia and we were making do with some bolt things and the guy instantly organised one of his staff to replace them on the spot. I also mentioned one of the tarpaulin clips had broken and asked for a replacement clip. Replace all four' Jess said to his staff member, 'these guys have a long way to go.' Less than 10 minutes later it was all sorted, free of charge. They didnt have the panels in stock said they'd ring around the suppliers and try to get some sent up to Upington so we didnt have to wait around. Impressive.
After stopping by the safari store and stocking up on gas cans for the stove and groceries we got a late start out of town so had no chance of reaching our target of Vryberg by nightfall.
Barberton Nature Reserve was a peaceful bird sanctuary on the lake and we were one of only three guests at the camp.
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