Chapitre 15: Chapter 15: Target, Part 15

Klempner - Thailand

I set out early, catching the sunrise and making the most of what passes for the cool of the dawn here. Even given the purpose of my trek, I can take the time to look around and appreciate the beauty of my surroundings.

I've travelled pretty much everywhere that is reachable without being Shackleton or Hillary, and while it is something I enjoy, the actual 'travel' part of travelling is usually uninteresting. There's only so much variety in cabins and airports.

But this is different.

There is something about walking: hiking to your destination, connecting with the landscape, that makes the journey more real. And it doesn't get any realer than it is here.

So early in the day, hiking up the trail through verdant forest, high up the mountain; sun-slanted mist weaves through the canopy.