Gators at Shark Valley...

After dropping Harriet off at the airport for her flight to New York, we drive to Shark Valley Nat. Park in the Everglades, to pedal the Bromptons on a traffic-free tarmac track. There are alligators, egrets and herons alongside, then we reach a massive observation tower, with views of lakes, mangroves and woods. Vultures circle, and 3 sorts of heron flap from tree to tree below. A stiff breeze stops the heat from being oppressive. Other cyclists on hire bikes admire our steeds.

Location:The Everglades