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2023 - South Africa

november 2023
  • The Adventure Continues
- 3 day Safari in Sabi Sand Game Reserve at Umkumbe Safari River Lodge
- Camping Trip from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town - via Garden Route
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  • The Adventure ContinuesResenär2023 - South Africa
    Calitzdorp - De Krans
    Wine Tasting after breakfast 💪Famous Port Wine RegionAlong Route 62Ah - very interesting sign!BarrydaleSwellendamOur lunch placeBobotie😋😋😋Cape AgulhasSouthern Tip MonumentSouthern-most tip and meeting point of two oceansSouthern-most tip of the continent of Africa3D map of Africa - very well doneCamping by the sea

    From Route 62 to the South

    20 november 2023, Sydafrika ⋅ 🌬 24 °C

    We left Oudtshoorn westwards along the famous Route 62. Our first stop at Calitzdorp brought us to De Krans Winery, where they mainly produce Port Wine, like the entire region does. We tried some White and Red as well - and bought a bottle of each. The road along Route 62 passed through pure nature, there is not much around. Famous Ronnies Sex Shop and Barrysdale came along and then we turned off towards Swellendam. The oldest place in South Africa apparently. We had a tasty lunch in a lovely outdoor restaurant - a local Bobotie dish😋
    We continued our way straight south towards Cape Agulhas where „The Southern-most tip of the continent of Africa“ is. The way there was a battle against the wind. Our Travelbox got shaken around like a plane in turbulences. Very tiring to drive.
    We ended up at this famous „must visit“ place, where apparently also the Indian and Atlantic Oceans meet and took the necessary pictures before ending up in a deserted campsite directly by the sea. We were the only one…plus the wind! It blew so strong during the night that we had to reposition our van behind a building to get less moved around 🙈    Läs mer

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  • The Adventure ContinuesResenär2023 - South Africa
    It's a coffee place, art gallery and shop
    Very tasty breakfastShipwreck at coast of AgulhasFunny sign, but it's true!Some Baboons having fun on the streetWine in sight!Welcome to HermanusCliff PathOur place for the night with Ocean viewTidal Pool for swimmingView from the pool to our spotFinally: the mandatory X-Mas Decoration

    Hermanus

    21 november 2023, Sydafrika ⋅ 🌬 25 °C

    After the windy and turbulent night at this deserted campsite we left asap and found an amazing place in Agulhas to enjoy a tasty breakfast.
    We wanted to hike along the coast but the wind was still blowing insanely strong. We only took few photos of a shipwreck at the hike starting point and quickly jumped back into the windshaking Travelbox.
    We continued our journey through the „storm“ northwestwards to famous Hermanus. It’s the world’s best spot to watch whales from land as they are very common in the waters of Walkers Bay. Due to the wind, not much to see of course.
    We walked parts of the Cliff Walk Path and few roads within the village. It can get busy here but it wasn’t now. We ended up in a fancy wine tasting restaurant and enjoyed a light lunch before heading one village northwards to Onrus where we checked in for camping. The campsite had a tidal pool nearby so we jumped into the Atlantic Ocean for the first time (before it was the Indian😜).    Läs mer

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  • The Adventure ContinuesResenär2023 - South Africa
    Fernkloof Nature Reserve above Hermanus
    One of several landslides caused by heavy rains this yearView over HermanusWaterfall at this stageDriving over FranschhoekpasView over Franschhoek ValleyFranschhoekHuguenot MemorialWine TramGrand ProvenceTasting the RedsCamping along Wemmershoekrivier, who flooded the area already 2 times this yearMassive damage also to buildingsSunset at Campfire

    The wine region

    22 november 2023, Sydafrika ⋅ ☀️ 29 °C

    After a calmer night than the previous one, we decided to head for the Fernkloof Nature Reserve for a short hike on the hill just above Hermanus. It was a pleasant hike and a good way to start the day. Next stop was the wine region! We drove for about 1h30 and on our way, found a dam and a drove over the nice Franschhoek pass.
    Already during the morning hike but amso during our drive we could see a lot of damage from severe rainfalls in June and September with landslides and damaged roads.
    We eventually reached Franschoek, a little town famous for the wine in its valley: the French Huguenots came here and brought wine. You see French names everywhere and references to the Huguenots. The town is also famous for its gastronomy. We ate lunch (nothing fancy) and watch tourists go by ( plenty of them, the town is a busy wee place). There is a tramway with different lines running and stopping into different wineries. Unfortunately, we were too late to start. So, instead, we went into one winery to do a tasting: Grande Provence. The estate is so big, it is not just about wine. The wine was good, especially the cabernet sauvignon.
    Finding a campsite nearby was a bit of a challenge but we got one just outside Franschoek, along a river. We noticed there (again) the damages done by floodings in June and September. September was very stormy and rainy in South Africa.
    We had our dinner outside, sat by the campfire and went to bed looking forward to day 2 of touring wineries.    Läs mer

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  • The Adventure ContinuesResenär2023 - South Africa
    At Marianne Winery
    Morning TastingSpecial Wines to tasteOwned by FrenchCity of StellenboschAt Spier (looks like Spiez)Along the False Bay to Cape TownImhoff Camping in KommetsjieChapmans peakLong beach - loved by dogsand surfers

    Stellenbosch

    23 november 2023, Sydafrika ⋅ ☀️ 27 °C

    We left our riverside camping and directly approached the Winery Marianne in the North area of Stellenbosch. We started with coffee and croissant before tasting wine…3 white and three red wines. Again our favorites were the Chenin Blanc and Cabernet Savignon.
    We continued into the center of Stellenbosch where we had lunch. It’s a very busy city - not much of a center and charme - we left and visited Spier, the producer of the wine we drunk in our Safari Lodge. The area is huge, includes garden, river, hotel, amphitheater, art gallery, restaurant and shop.
    We had enough of wine and decided to move to the cape, the part south of Cape Town. We found a nice camping in a lovely neighborhood Kommetjie directly at Long Beach at the west coast. The waves there were just perfect for surfing. The water was very chilly still…    Läs mer

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  • The Adventure ContinuesResenär2023 - South Africa
    1Boulders BeachWe found Penguins 😜SleepingBreedingLarge colony of African Penguins lives hereStrollingTogether for lifeGathering some nest materialTourist must have pictureCape of good HopeCape Point, Cape of good hope belowNew lighthouse at Cape PointOld lighthouse at Cape PointTablemountain RangeFalse Bay from Tablemountains to Hermanus on the rightDriving along Cape CoastHeading back to Kommetje, where we stayBack to Long Beach2Impressive wavesPerfect for surfing

    We found Penguins & The Cape

    24 november 2023, Sydafrika ⋅ ☀️ 24 °C

    In the morning, we first secured 2 other nights in our camping. Camping closer to Cape town are non existant and we felt that our camping was in a good safe (wealthy) neightbourhood - moreover, we can just walk to the beach.
    Then, with Jay-Jay the travelbox, we left to see the colony of African penguins in Boulders beach. This was our second encounter with bus loads of tourists- this beach not being far from Cape Town, it is a favourite excursions for tour operators. One wonders if we are watching the penguins or if its the penguins that watch us. They were cute though, they choose a mate for their whole life and bring branches for their nest.
    After Boulders, the next must-do: Cape of the Good Hope (cap de bonne espérance). You have to queue to get a picture of you and the sign- crazy time!
    We went up the hill for a good view, then drove to the visitor centre and walked to Cape Point Lighthouse. Africa most southwesterly point. We also walked a trail to the “old” lighthouse (except you cannot walk to it completely). Spectacular views over False Bay and the Atlantic coast, but once again, no whales!
    We drove back along the scenic westcoast to our campsite and ended the day by a walk on the beach, admiring both surfers and dogs. The waves were quite formidable but the water freezing cold (Klaus didn’t enjoy the waves for long).
    We also secured a guide to hike table mountain for the next day as we heard that there were some security concerns- and it is also better with a guide in terms of experience. As our guide was picking us at 05:00 we went to bed early.    Läs mer

  • The Adventure ContinuesResenär2023 - South Africa
    India Venster - WARNING-extremely dangerous route 😮
    Yvette's briefing before startingAnd the fun startsFirst stop with an amazing viewArriving at India VensterMust have photo at India VensterView from India VensterWe learnt so much about the Flora of FynbosThe NP is one of the 6 worlds Flower KingdomsAnd the climbing continuesHiking on all 4Lions Head in the backgroundGaraventa-Gondola (same type like Titlis Rotair)Football Stadium World Cup 2010Famous Lions HeadCamps Bay (our next destination)On top - all flat!Before going downYvette's Summary of our hike

    Hiking an iconic mountain

    25 november 2023, Sydafrika ⋅ ☀️ 23 °C

    4:30 am alarm clock - that is the small price to pay if you want to hike Table Mountain. We negotiated with our guide a pick up at the campsite as driving with Jay Jay and parking it was a challenge.
    By 6:13, after crossing the city where traffic was building up, we were ready to start the hike. There are hundreds of way to go up the mountain but we let our tour guide choose: she advised to go for India Venster way as the views are spectacular and it is less crowded than the other trails. We hesitated a bit- the hike is classified as difficult as there are a few scrambling passage and metallic ladder and chain to grasp. So you need a head for heights!
    The hike was actually easier than thought and scrambling up the rocks was great fun. Along the way, Yvette our guide, gave us plenty of information about the plants - we even saw a mountain goat. We did 700 m of elevation and reached the top at 10:00. plenty of people already were there thanks to the Swiss- made gondola.
    After the hike, Yvette dropped us in the waterfront and we had our first view of the city center. We had lunch, walked around a bit but then decided to head back to the camping to relax after such a wonderful hike.    Läs mer

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  • The Adventure ContinuesResenär2023 - South Africa
    Last camping night
    Ready to returnThanks JJ for 1420km without any problemChecking in The BaySettled just below TablemountainAnd facing the nicest beach in townOur afternoon settingLions HeadTable mountain with GondolaThe waves were crazyApéroView from our BalconySunset Time🤩Full moon next to Lions Head

    Change of Lifestyle

    26 november 2023, Sydafrika ⋅ ☀️ 20 °C

    Our last night in our Campervan was under a clear night with plenty of stars and a very bright (almost full) moon. After breakfast we started to clean it roughly and finalized our packing. We drove close to Cape Town Airport where the depot of Maui is located. We returned it after 1420km with only a little bumper damage and Keenan from Maui brought us to our final location, The Bay Hotel at Camps Bay. What a change from our simple campervan life into the posh world of a 5-star hotel😮 we were not really ready for it but the amazing setting just below Tablemountains, the Ocean view and hot and sunny weather convinced us sooner than later. As it was Sunday, Camps Bay was the very very busy as it is known as one of the best beach around Cape Town. A lot of locals come here to enjoy some beachtime. The Ocean was once more very agitated and only a small stretch was open for some dips into the strong waves. Otherwise everyone was around or in the Tidal Pool. The water in there was slightly warmer, but still fresh. The Ocean is around 10 degrees by the way. Ice cold…
    We waited for the amazing sunset before we went out for a delicious seafood dinner 😋    Läs mer

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  • The Adventure ContinuesResenär2023 - South Africa
    Seapoint & Lions Head
    Natural garageMouille Point lighthouseCape Town Stadium (Built for WC 2010)Finally some X-Mas DecorationClocktower and Swing Bridge at WaterfrontAnd everywhere the majestic Table MountainSome more X-MasSiloveFormer Silo is now a hotelCity CentreBo-Kaap neighbourhoodOn the hop on-hop off bus tour

    Cape Town city centre

    27 november 2023, Sydafrika ⋅ ☀️ 26 °C

    In the morning, we took a Uber to a neighbouring bay: Sea Point. From there, we walked along the promenade to the city centre. Took up 2 hours and we saw many joggers and few surfers. It was getting hot! We then explored the centre, through the V&A waterfront and then downtown.
    Saw the old historical part, the city streets were busy. We had lunch in a small cafe and then hopped onto the city tour bus (hop-on/off) to see what we had missed, but turned out we had not missed much. Still interesting to hear the information given though.
    The bus actually stopped in front of our hotel but we did not stop there. Went back on the waterfront in a arty place for ice cream and then only went back for some pool time and sundowner. Dinner tonight: Sushi!    Läs mer

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  • The Adventure ContinuesResenär2023 - South Africa
    Victoria Wharf Shopping Centre
    V&A Waterfront & Table MountainSome lazy sealsRobben Island MuseumPrisoners room before shipped to the IslandNewspaper May 24, 1959Zurich 9086km....Rhino Protection AwarenessGreat food location at Timeout venueThe former silo is now Hotel and Exhibition HallVery clever change of the previous silo infrastructureFew installations still mountedIn shopping centerSignal Hill at WaterfrontAnother African Bobotie 😋Full moon at Waterfront

    Shopping time

    28 november 2023, Sydafrika ⋅ ☀️ 21 °C

    Today was declared the shopping day on the V&A waterfront. But first, we wanted to go to Robben Island. Unfortunately, when we got to the waterfront and ferry terminal, we were told that the tours were booked until Friday! Very disappointing. Claudine, 20 years ago, had wanted to go there when in Capetown but lack of money prevented her from doing it. This tome, it was time that stood in our way.
    Instead, we went through the small museum at the harbour.
    Then we started our shopping tour, the country is very cheap for Swiss tourists and branded clothes are a bargain. We did not buy much though for fear of not fitting it in our luggage.
    We visited the silo, an old grain silo which was transformed into an art museum and a hotel at the top. It is very cool what has been done.
    We went back to the hotel to change before dinner. We had booked a popular South African speciality restaurant on the waterfront. The food was very good and so was the entertainment.    Läs mer

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  • The Adventure ContinuesResenär2023 - South Africa
    The Bay Hotel
    Breakfast with a viewIconic Table MountainCamps BayTidal PoolTidal Pool Camps BayWe both went for a swimWater in there is less "fresh"Ocean is delivering fresh waterLions Head View from Camps Bay BeachLast sunset - good bye summerGood bye Cape TownHello Winter

    Last day in SA

    29 november 2023, Sydafrika ⋅ ☀️ 26 °C

    Today was all about relaxing and going nowhere. We managed to get a late check out until 5pm since our flight was at 23:55.
    So we first went to the tidal pool for a fresh swim, then onto the beach (no swimming as the ocean was ice cold) then onto the pool.
    Then came the time to pack and wait for our Uber.
    It has been a wonderful trip, full of diversity and we were blessed with good weather all along. Thank you South Africa!    Läs mer

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