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Rest day in Yabello, then on to the Kenyan border..
The ride into Yabello and the rest day became known as the toughest of the trip. I know I keep saying that, but this day of off-road cycling and other factors such as a strong head wind and climbing...
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Through the amazing country of Kenya…
Upon arrival in Kenya, everyone was excited to see what this magnificent country had to offer. We camped at the border town and began the “Meltdown Madness” section of the TdA tour the following day,...
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From Nairobi to Arusha
Nairobi was a fantastic city in which to have a rest day. With well established infrastructure, modern shopping malls, cute cafes, sights to see, activities to do and numerous good restaurants to try,...
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Tanzania, in the heart of the rainy season
After a wonderful mini holiday with my dad it was time to say the very sad and emotional good bye. Impressively, I held it together very well while saying farewell to my dad, but I won’t deny that the...
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Seals, snorkels and salty water– an Ocean-bound adventure
Original source: bushboundgirl.com ‘Guess what?’ said Scotty, bounding up to me with a big grin, ‘we are going snorkelling with seals this weekend! I just saw a friend of mine, Steve, who runs Animal...
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Magical Malawi
The final day’s cycle in Tanzania was a 158km ride, but one of the most beautiful scenic roues on tour so far. It’s always a little sad leaving a magnificent place like Tanzania, but at the same time...
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Dragons made for walking – Southern Drakensberg, KwaZulu-Natal
Wide open, towering, peaceful and menacing at the same time. The Southern Drakensberg is a landscape few artists could imagine. Only mother nature could come up with something as spectacular as this...
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African Four Corners
Original source: leeabbamonte.com The African four corners is a name given to the approximate meeting place of four nations: Namibia;,Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Botswana. The Caprivi Strip of Namibia, which...
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Hiking the Otter Trail
The Otter Trail, between Stormsriver and Natures Valley has always been one of those things I have wanted to do, but booking in advance, often with a lead of a year or so, and well, I guess being...
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Pelagic Magic: Trip Report
Six intrepid and excited Capetonians gathered at the Simon’s Town jetty on Saturday to board the Africa Geographic Travel Pelagic Charter and set-off into a spectacular “fiery” sunrise. Blessed with...
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5 things NOT to forget for your next camping safari
You get your normal camping safari packing list for what to take into Africa, but there are a few items which don’t make the usual lists, but do make all the difference when you have them. 1. Hot...
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