Durban's Black Mamba Backpackers is situated in the middle of The Valley of a Thousand Hills Meander that has the most tranquil and relaxing surroundings with beautiful views of Bothas Hill.
Literally on a hill on a crest someway above Durban; Hillcrest was once a little hamlet that bordered on the Valley of a Thousand Hills, surrounded by green pastures and farmland. It was a retreat away from the hub of the city, somewhere one could escape to cooler air and guaranteed peace and quiet.
They have a rustic bar, Jacuzzi and Internet (in the bar area), hammocks, swimming pool and pool, raised and sleeper tents, cosy African doubles and dorms, open air showers and a garden.
Btw - they are also offering a free airport pickup!
14 July 2009
Billabong Pro Jeffreys Bay 09 July - 19 July 2009
The Billabong Pro Jeffreys Bay, held from 9 -19 July 2009 marks the halfway point on the ASP World Tour.
The world's top 45 surfers are currently meeting up in Jeffreys Bay for the 24th edition of the Billabong Pro, Stop No.5 of 10 on the 2009 Association of Surfing Professionals (ASP) World Tour. Supertubes, the 300 meter stretch of coastline universally acknowledged as one of the planet’s top 10 high performance surf breaks, is again the venue for what has become Africa’s most prestigious and lucrative surfing tournament.
The world's top 45 surfers are currently meeting up in Jeffreys Bay for the 24th edition of the Billabong Pro, Stop No.5 of 10 on the 2009 Association of Surfing Professionals (ASP) World Tour. Supertubes, the 300 meter stretch of coastline universally acknowledged as one of the planet’s top 10 high performance surf breaks, is again the venue for what has become Africa’s most prestigious and lucrative surfing tournament.
Tour of the day: Mountain biking holiday in Kenya & Tanzania
Countries: Kenya, Tanzania
Trip type: Adventurous mountain biking holidays
Departures: 2010: 5 Jun, 3 Jul, 24 Jul, 14 Aug, 4 Sep, 25 Sep, 16 Oct (Nairobi to Dar Es Salaam)
Price: From €1970 (16 days) [curreny converter] excluding flights, depending on year of travel. Local payment US $200 , local bike hire US $200 . Price includes transport, meals, accommodation and activities.
Trip type: Adventurous mountain biking holidays
Departures: 2010: 5 Jun, 3 Jul, 24 Jul, 14 Aug, 4 Sep, 25 Sep, 16 Oct (Nairobi to Dar Es Salaam)
Price: From €1970 (16 days) [curreny converter] excluding flights, depending on year of travel. Local payment US $200 , local bike hire US $200 . Price includes transport, meals, accommodation and activities.
- 12 days biking, 90% dirt, 4x4 and gravel roads and some paved roads. Some off road biking experience is preferred. From 25km to 90km per day, 100% vehicle supported.
- Two Game parks, Amboseli National Park (Kenya) and Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania) included.
- Group size minimum 4, maximum 10 plus Escape leaders and local staff.
- Accommodation is twin share, 1 night in a hotel and 14 nights camping. (Upgrades to rooms are available at some campsites at your own expense).
- Food includes 3 meals per day from dinner on Day 1 to breakfast Day 16. This excludes 2 lunches and 2 evening meals which are at your own expense to give you the opportunity to experience local cuisine
Table Mountain National Park is looking for volunteer scuba divers
Table Mountain National Park is looking for volunteer scuba divers to assist with monitoring and conservation of the marine resources on the sub-tidal reefs within the park.
The Table Mountain National Park Marine Protected Area Volunteer Monitoring Programme is in the process of developing a recreational diver based reef monitoring programme in the Table Mountain Marine Protected Area, with the long-term goal of monitoring changes in marine biodiversity.
They are currently looking for volunteer divers who are interested in participating. To register with the programme, please complete the questionnaire on their website.
The Table Mountain National Park Marine Protected Area Volunteer Monitoring Programme is in the process of developing a recreational diver based reef monitoring programme in the Table Mountain Marine Protected Area, with the long-term goal of monitoring changes in marine biodiversity.
They are currently looking for volunteer divers who are interested in participating. To register with the programme, please complete the questionnaire on their website.
13 July 2009
Swine Flu in Southern Africa
Swine Flu has finalley began spreading in Southern Africa. South Africa has reported 54 laboratory confirmed cases of swine flu so far, 32 of which have been linked to a squash tournament at a university in Johannesburg. No deaths have been reported in the region as yet. Botswana and Zimbabwe also reported their first suspected cases of an infection with the H1N1 virus.
WorldNomads.com - Swine Flu & Travel Insurance from WorldNomads on Vimeo.
10 July 2009
South Africa: Motorists can pay for fuel by credit card
Petrol stations in South Africa are compelled to accept cards, such as credit and debit cards, for fuel payments, the department of energy said on Thursday. The new regulations take effect on Friday (today!) and are expected to reduce the number of robberies that take place at petrol stations.
Another motivating factor behind the new regulations is the 2010 World Cup and the influx of foreigners coming to the country who do not want to carry cash around all the time. [src.]
Just keep in mind that not all not all petrol stations were immediately equipped to handle card payments.
Another motivating factor behind the new regulations is the 2010 World Cup and the influx of foreigners coming to the country who do not want to carry cash around all the time. [src.]
Just keep in mind that not all not all petrol stations were immediately equipped to handle card payments.
The Times - Johannesburg's 10 most irritating driver habits
What makes your blood boil while driving in the City of Gold? The Times Online lists 10 irritating (and dangerous) South African driver habits.
- Reversing along the highway’s emergency lane after missing an off-ramp.
- Ignoring the ’four-way stop rule’ when traffic lights aren’t working.
- Drivers who perform U-turns on the highway (crossing the middle strip and turning into the fast-lane in the opposite direction) to avoid traffic jams. Shared via AddThis
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