At the Knysna Heads

The Garden Route and on up to Jo'burg, SA

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July 29th 2008
I shed a farewell tear for Cape Town (I grew very fond of the place) and we headed on up the Garden Route. It's a beautiful part of the country. Much enjoyed by backpackers haling from all parts of the globe. We did it in true backpacker style - the Baz Bus! Fairly comfortable mini bus type vehicle full of studenty gap year-ers. And yes that did bring with it some 'mang-ey' types, unannounced vomi ... read more

Africa » South Africa

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After the British seized the Cape of Good Hope area in 1806, many of the Dutch settlers (the Boers) trekked north to found their own republics. The discovery of diamonds (1867) and gold (1886) spurred wealth and immigration and intensified the subjug... ... read more