Chapter 1 – First Africa expedition

Southern Africa Motorcycle Adventure

Chapter 35 – Sri Lanka

Riding Honda 250 Bajas across Sri Lanka

Chapter 30 – Thailand

After our marathon big bike trip Fanny and I did a few "mini" motorcycling adventures in the Mekong Valley and around the Indo-China region. First, Thailand, a superb country to motorcycle around and very much geared up for both the adventurous or idling tourist. First, I managed to escape from Hong Kong and catch a cheap … Continue reading Chapter 30 – Thailand

Chapter 7 – Kenya

Kenya– Chapter 7 The first thing we noticed at the Kenyan border was an elderly couple being towed in a magnificent MGA sports car behind a Toyota pick-up. Whilst we were mingling with the crowds waiting to clear customs I remarked to the owners on what a splendid car it was and inquired why it … Continue reading Chapter 7 – Kenya

Chapter 6 – Tanzania Part 2

Tanzania– Part 2 . The trip is one of ups and downs and unexpected surprises and disappointments. One thing that is constant is bumping into interesting and generous people. We were overheard at Lake Chala by a Dutch couple who lived in Moshi (on the slopes of Kilimanjaro) discussing our next route and they invited … Continue reading Chapter 6 – Tanzania Part 2

Chapter 5 – Tanzania part 1

Tanzania - Part 1 Tanzania encapsulates many people’s ideas and impressions about Africa: the snow capped peaks of  Kilimanjaro; dhows sailing on the turquoise tropical waters of the Indian Ocean; elephants and rhinos grazing in the Ngorongoro crater; the great wildebeest migration of the Serengeti grasslands; Arabic bazaars and spicy food in Zanzibar; tall Masai … Continue reading Chapter 5 – Tanzania part 1

Chapter 2 – Botswana

We were now truly in Africa, so it seemed. The landscape had changed to classic bush colours and there were many signs warning of African animals that threatened to leap out onto the road. If that meant donkeys, goats, cows, dogs, human boys and yellow hornbills then that was true. We decided to stick as … Continue reading Chapter 2 – Botswana