I am motivated to walk. We watch the others pack to carry on their hikes. Rowan and I plan only 5km so can leave a bit later. My foot is sore but I think I can make it. We discuss in full and come to the decision that it is unwise to walk today. Instead we get our wet shoes and clothes out to dry.

At lunchtime a couple of Australians swing by and stop to eat. They are doing a big day and have another 15km to go. Tom & Lily work as hiking guides in Australia. We end up chatting for over an hour. They are going down a different track through the ranges. One Rowan and I were really tempted by when we looked at this section. We wished them all the best.

The rain arrived in the afternoon, luckily we got everything dry. I am getting used to putting on wet clothes and shoes but it sure ain’t pleasant!