On our way out of the Reserve, we stopped for two short hikes.
The first was to see amazing "cave paintings" that likely date back more than 1,000 years to the bushmen who used to live in this area. The paintings were all carefully done under rock overhangs which protected them from the elements. The detail was incredible - the animals were easily recognizable, as was the gender of the humans in the paintings. And the anonymity was also captivating - there was barely a trail leading to the paintings (only a few cairns marking the way), and no signage or protective barriers. We felt privileged to be seeing them.
The second was to peer down into a deep, narrow gorge cut by the stream that wasn't even visible from where we were at the top.
Throughout the trip, Ian and Sebastian were inseparable, fast friends who entertained us all.
