Day 4 - 13.8 km (± 6 hours) Oakhurst - André
Day four is all about the Bloukrans river crossing. Our departure from Oakhurst hut is timed around low tide. We set off at 7:00 and reach Bloukrans at 11:45, about 45 min before low tide at 12:30. We crossed the river without any difficulty and stopped on the other end for our Pro-vita and tuna lunch. The river crossing is difficult, and shouldn’t be done any other time than low tide. We decide to wait for the rest of the group who reaches the river three hours later. The water levels are high and it becomes testy crossing for them but they make it safely to the other side. We march ahead to meet Burton for our special delivery of beers, ciders and wine. Highly recommended by our friends Ronel and Colin, a delightful way to complete the final night, watching the sunset and sipping a well deserved few cold ones.
Day 4 - 1905 m total vertical - Climb 945 m - Descent -960 m