Had a few cracking days in Stellenbosch and the surrounding wine regions including Franshoek with wine and cheese tours. Stayed in the Stumble Inn backpackers and met a bunch of great travellers. We have had 11 days of sunshine and the temperature is up in the mid twenties. Bizarrely, Haden Kerr from Deira School has randomly booked into our hotel. Have traveled in el-cheapo taxis and trains without any problems. It's really not as bad as many people make out. ...

Cracking day. Saw wild fur seals, penguins, ostriches, lizards, but sadly no baboons! The coastline at the Cape of Good Hope and Cape Point was stunning- we've been blessed with sunshine every day.

Arrived in Cape Town at 5pm and saw a stunning sunset from our balcony. Table mountain is not far from the hotel. Got in some SA wors and a bottle of chardonay for supper. Cracking place, breathtaking views. A good first day!

Hello Mr. Rucksack! 10 days until Cape Town departure.

Down to our last month at school, jabs done, flights booked, travel insurance sorted... just stacks of packing to do now!