АвстралияState of Western AustraliaBelmontPerth Airport31°56’34” S 115°57’59” E 22 апреля 2017 г., Австралия ⋅ ⛅ 26 °C
Well, we are back on Australian soil. Now awaiting our transfer to Sydney.
I would like to acknowledge how supportive and well-mannered the Oxley students have been and it was a pleasure to take themЧитать далее
БотсванаNorth West DistrictMaunMaun Airport19°58’60” S 23°25’0” E
21 апреля 2017 г., Ботсвана ⋅ ☀️ 17 °C
Our last day in Botswana has finally arrived, much to our dismay, and we all packed before breakfast and then gathered in the restaurant. Leaving our bags behind to be taken to the airport later, weЧитать далее
Kirsten Deakin Take care on the last leg of your journey. Thanks for all the updates it has really helped make us feel part of your experience . Looking forward to hearing all the stories in person...✈️😀
Bronwyn Tregenza We are all eagerly anticipating greeting you at the airport in Sydney. Good luck with the 6 hours in Joburg and well done on your completion of a truly epic adventure. Wishing restful slumber on the flight home.
БотсванаNorth West DistrictMaun19°59’53” S 23°24’59” E
20 апреля 2017 г., Ботсвана ⋅ ☀️ 27 °C
The Sedie students, their Headmistress and another staff member, had all stayed in tents for the night and we gathered together as a group at breakfast. From there we moved into Maun in two vehiclesЧитать далее
Stephen Marnoch That's what it's all about. What a rewarding experience for all. Fantastic. It will be hard to leave.
Alex Rapp Well done James - would love to have been a fly on the wall! Can't wait to hear all about your experiences first hand - it sounds like it's been extraordinary. Safe travels home everyone.
Bob Crowley Have a safe trip home, so pleased that you've all had such a magical experience. Can't wait to see you Sam.
БотсванаNorth West DistrictMaun19°59’43” S 23°25’5” E 19 апреля 2017 г., Ботсвана ⋅ 🌙 21 °C
Today was our introduction to primary education as we visited Mathiba Memorial Primary School, a feeder school to nearby Sedie School. We were welcomed by 60 little kids all excited about the arrivalЧитать далее
Kate Psarakis Wow, what a wonderful experience. It's fascinating to see where this trip takes you and what an incredible range of experiences it has offered.
БотсванаNorth West DistrictMaun20°0’26” S 23°24’58” E
18 апреля 2017 г., Ботсвана ⋅ ⛅ 26 °C
After a late breakfast this morning we were picked up by Sei Letsapa in his minibus and driven the 13 kms into Sedie School. Once there we were invited into their staffroom where there was a gatheringЧитать далее
БотсванаNorth West District20°3’42” S 23°21’35” E 17 апреля 2017 г., Ботсвана ⋅ ⛅ 25 °C
Today we were up again at 6.00, grabbed a quick drink and we all went for a short walk, after being poled to a new, but nearby, island. Again, we saw an interesting cross-section of wildlife. Back toЧитать далее
Andrew Deakin Finally you met your students after so many other activities - enjoy your time at the Sedi School and creating friendships.
БотсванаNorth West District19°42’46” S 23°19’22” E
16 апреля 2017 г., Ботсвана ⋅ ⛅ 26 °C
Up at 6.00 this morning, had a warm drink, and then we were taken by the mokoro polers to a nearby island where we walked for the next 4 hours. It was a beautiful morning and we split into 2 groups,Читать далее
БотсванаNorth West District19°51’31” S 23°21’39” E 15 апреля 2017 г., Ботсвана ⋅ ☀️ 27 °C
Today was the first of 3 days we spent in the Okavango Delta. We left our bags in Sitatunga Camp guarded by Dumi in the truck, and taking Gift with us, with only day packs filled with minimumЧитать далее
БотсванаNorth West District20°0’32” S 23°28’10” E
14 апреля 2017 г., Ботсвана ⋅ ⛅ 23 °C
We had a fascinating morning, one of the best of the trip so far. Up at 5.00, we were loaded up on 2 safari jeeps (along with 6 other visitors) and we headed off on the 1.5 hour trip southwardsЧитать далее
Kirsten Deakin How amazing to be up close and personal with a family of meerkats in the wild! What an experience. Bet you wish you had someone to set up your tents after all that driving! Can't wait to see photos of the delta... thanks for the update.
БотсванаCentral District20°11’23” S 25°18’25” E 13 апреля 2017 г., Ботсвана ⋅ ☀️ 15 °C
Concerns about travel today were heightened by the huge pools of water alongside the road. Eventually, the water was over the highway - half a metre deep - but carefully driven by our reliable driver,Читать далее
Stephen Marnoch What an adventure you guys are having. More and more stunning every day.
Kirsten Deakin Peter, thank you so much for all your hard work. Also to the whole team that contributed to making the trip such an amazing experience! Especially Rani and Michael. Can't wait to see you all and hear all the stories unfold over the next little while. 🙏🏽👏🏽well done!
Lindy Deitz Thank you Peter, Rani and Michael for giving our children such an incredible opportunity! The tales of fun and adventure are just bubbling out with such joy and happiness. We cannot thank you enough for giving up your own time to help make this a trip to remember! 😊
Stephen Marnoch Well done everyone. Welcome home