Crocodiles have inhabited this planet for about 200 million years, elephants ànd rhinoceros for about 50 million. It puts our homo sapiens existence into perspective! They really are magnificent creatures when seen in the wild close up. A log canoe took me along the river this morning and there was an abundance of bird and animal life to view, including many crocodile along the banks of the river and in the water itself. A walk through the jungle was fun too...

Shankar's mother places a red tikka on my forehead and flower petals behind my ears as a traditional Hindu farewell to a guest. Durga and 'the accountant' also have come along to say goodbye. On arrival at my hotel in Chitwan National Park, I immediately see a rhino on the opposite side of the river, which is a very exciting welcome! After a restful few hours, I go for a walk along the riverbank with my guide Santa. Yes, I know, but it's pronounced differently! ...