Driving through South Africa
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We had a 4.30 start to get packed up, have breakfast and say our final farewell to Chui and our driver Often, who has been amazing on the whole trip. A hired big bus and a short while later we hadRead more
We had a 4.30 start to get packed up, have breakfast and say our final farewell to Chui and our driver Often, who has been amazing on the whole trip. A hired big bus and a short while later we hadRead more
We had planned on going on a wine tour for the day with the group but decided against it since Lou had been sick the previous day so spent the day around this beautiful town. There are so many bars,Read more
A group of us decided it was time for a little exercise so we walked up Table Mountain rather than take the gondola. It was a very rewarding way to get to the top as it was a steep rocky path upRead more
Started the day with a swim in the indoor heated pool then met up with friends and went on a 45 minute boat ride to Robben Island, where alot of political prisoners were held for years. This includedRead more
Our last full day today and the weather has decided to help us acclimatise to UK with gusts of cold wind making our bus shake and a heavy downpour in the evening. We chose to sit up top on one of theRead more
Just a quick post to say that we arrived safely back in Scotland. Greeted at the airport by James's parents with tea and bacon sandwiches!
Landed on UK soil 364 days and 23 3/4 hours from the time weRead more
mg.bigadventure Such a shame you got I'll do close to the end of the trip Lou. Good that you've travelled so long without problems though... Hope you still both managed to enjoy some of the beautiful S.African scenery.
Lyndsay McDonnell So sorry that Louisa has not been well and hope that it is only a mild dose and she will soon feel much better, (I am sure you have plenty of medical supplies to hand to help). Although the truck looks uncomfortable for long journeys I expect you were sorry to say goodbye to it and the driver. Have fun, love xxxx