Travelogues Western Cape

South Africa/ Day 4 - August 25, 2016 Early this morning, after breakfast, we drove from the relatively barren region at the western end of Route 62 with its steep bare mountains...

Then we set off. Across Capetown towards the Garden Route, past numerous townships, huge and as far as the eye can see.

We spent today in Hermanus. A really beautiful little town, with great streets, lots of art, and of course, wonderful cuisine. We will end the evening in the hot tub with a glass...

Cape Town South Africa: sunny 17-22 degrees Ernst booked our trip through Cape Town online via Get Your Guide, and everything went smoothly with the Hop on Hop off service. At 8...

Good morning, Africa! Unfortunately, today we must say goodbye to the Vyn Guesthouse and our new friends Martina and Klaus. It’s really a shame, but today we’re heading to...

South Africa Bimmel Bammel Tour 2024 Day 4 Good morning, Africa! Kai and I must have experienced the wildest adventures in our dreams last night – and no, it's not what you're...

Africa again greets us with a bright blue sky—as if the sun is personally calling out a "Good Morning!" to us! First, we enjoy a coffee on the balcony and let our eyes wander...

Tag 28, 24.01.23, from Augrabies to Clanwilliam Once again, it's time to pack our things and take the first step back to Cape Town, with a stopover in De Pakhuys, just before...

Garden RouteOne of the many advantages of being a teacher is - in addition to the fulfilling job itself - the holiday time. In South Africa, summer vacation is from...

After a morning at Camps Bay, we fly back to Frankfurt via Johannesburg.

Freitag 22.01.2016 Nach dem leckeren Frühstück, zahlen wir unsere 1.300 Rand + 95 für’s Frühstück und sind kurz vor 10.00h im Auto Richtung Flughafen. Bei der Autovermietung...

Tuesday 19.01.2016 The bathroom is a bit outdated but everything is okay. Shortly after 8 o'clock, I sit on the terrace in front of my room with my coffee from the room's own...

Sunday 10.1.2016 At Da Mario on the other side of the little water arm, we sit in the sun for breakfast and enjoy delicious coffee, toast with cheese, and yogurt with honey and...

Monday 04.01.2016 Hilary and Jen are punctual at 9:00 am and have brought us a lot of provisions, including biltong (dried meat), which doesn't look very good, but tastes super...

We used the last few days to decide where to go in Africa. The plan was made and we knew that we could spend another two weeks in South Africa. The first few days were already...

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Wednesday, the 4th of April was our last day. In the morning, we went on a Township Tour through Langa. That is a suburb of Cape Town. There are former hostels with 16 beds for...

On Monday, April 2nd, we had breakfast and set off towards Oudtshorn. First, we visited an ostrich farm. At the beginning, it was a cool and very informative tour. For example,...

On Good Friday, we left Addo Elephant Park and drove to Jefferson Bay. That is South Africa's surfer mecca, so there are also many cool stores for surfers and co. :D We strolled...

The day before, I set my alarm clock just before nine o'clock, highly motivated to make the most of the day. But when I finally managed to get out of bed today at eleven, that...

In my first night in my 8-bed-room I slept very well. At breakfast, the first challenge was already waiting. What are the rules of conduct in this hostel? However, I was quickly...

Yes, we were already quite nostalgic at the thought that this wonderful vacation would be over soon. Hermanus bid us farewell with rain, sun, and rainbows. On the way to Cape...

Then we set off for Hermanus. We had 360 kilometers ahead of us, the longest tour of the trip. We started at 9 am and arrived at our destination around 4 pm. But don't think it...

The night was good on the heating blanket. During our morning coffee on the terrace, we had visits from many different colorful birds and - I believe - Kudus. There were two Kudu...

Today, South Africa's winter is treating us to wonderful summer weather – at least by northern German standards. 😎 We're taking it easy on our last day of vacation. With Tra

The landmark of Cape Town - Table Mountain with a breathtaking view all the way to the Cape

Good morning, Africa!! This morning we wake up with a little sigh, as the thought of our farewell to sunny South Africa and the return to cold, wet Germany hangs like a shadow...

Good morning, Africa!! Goodbye, Stellenbosch! It's time to pack our bags. What we still have to say will take a cigarette And one last glass of wine while standing....