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February 6th 2013
Published: February 21st 2013
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Hola amigos I havent had time to write in ages due to remote locations or staying in hostels where the internet has too many people using it and a bit patchy as a result. I spent 3 nights in San Gil. As it is the adventure capital of Colombia, I went caving to Cueva Las Vacas, the Cows Cave. So called because they only discovered it when cows got stuck in there, at least I think that is right... Read Full Entry



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my travelling buddies
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Accommodation on day 2. was bit smelly so i tried to sleep without actually touching any of the sheets or pillow.
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This is what is called a rustic shower.
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red-faced again.
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We were given these Gol bars for dessert. They became a currency.
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Almost there!
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Day 3 - crossing the river to get to the bottom of the 1260 steps.
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It was no problem for the donkey.
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1260 of these.
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This is the start of the remains.
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Nice view.
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Elaine the gymnast.
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This is the view from the very top. There is a military base there too so a few soldiers around.
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Last night of trek

Card tournament. It was serious stuff.
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This means I am winning as I have the last points. Some people thought it necessary to record this for posterity.
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Breakfast of champions.
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Breakfast of champions continued.



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