For the last one-and-a-half days, we explored Lesotho mostly on foot: We did some hiking in both Bokong Nature Reserve and in Ts’ehlanyane National Park. Continue reading Hiking in the Maloti Mountains
Masterpiece of engineering
Our next stop in Lesotho was the pride of the country – and interestingly enough, one of the major tourist attractions: the Katse Dam. Continue reading Masterpiece of engineering
Visiting the Basotho
The first 24 hours in Lesotho was dedicated to getting to know the Basotho (as the local people are called): We visited a sheep shearing shed, have seen some traditional crafts and dances, visited a traditional healer, and stayed at a rural homestay. Continue reading Visiting the Basotho
Across the Sani Pass into Lesotho
Today, I started my stay in Lesotho – with a drive up the spectacular Sani Pass. Continue reading Across the Sani Pass into Lesotho
Hiking in the Drakensberg mountains
The second week of my stay in South Africa was dedicated to the Drakensberg mountains. I started with two days in Underberg, in the Southern Drakensberg region, where I went on some hikes. Continue reading Hiking in the Drakensberg mountains
(Beach) Bums in Durban
The short time I spent in Durban (just 14 hours) has not left much time for exploration. However, what I have seen does not really make me want to see more. Continue reading (Beach) Bums in Durban
My first safari
I spent the last three days in the Madikwe Game Reserve on several game drives. Even though it is still the first week of my holiday, I can already say that this was for sure one of the highlights of my trip. Continue reading My first safari
So-wet-o
Actually, Soweto stands for South Western Townships. However, considering the amount of rain in the past two days, the meaning hinted at in the title also seems appropriate. Continue reading So-wet-o
Hiking in Little Switzerland
My last day in Luxembourg I spent with an activity that may not come to mind immediately when thinking of this country. Still, it is quite possible (and also fits my interests quite well): a hike in the Little Switzerland. Continue reading Hiking in Little Switzerland
City without castle
Unfortunately, today was rather rainy. Luckily, I have already spent one morning exploring the City of Luxembourg. So, I had already seen a bit of the old town, and was happy to spend my time today in several museums. Continue reading City without castle