Thesolowanderer

As a traveler, you seldom miss the backpackers you stayed at while traveling, you are more likely to be homesick. I have traveled through Namibia, Botswana and right now I am in Zimbabwe and my heart doesn't seem to yearn for South Africa, I'm homesick but I want to be back at chameleon backpackers in Windhoek. Back with a family I shared meals and laughs with for a week, an amazing bunch of wanderlusters who came together and became a family. The best part about chameleon is everyone is part of this family, you can't really tell who works there and who doesn't. All so helpful and kind, always with a smile. Chameleon Backpackers is in Windhoek a 5 minute walk away from town. The beauty about Chameleon is it isn't just a backpackers establishments. They offer dormitory beds from approx US$15 per night, a guesthouse with spacious rooms and en-suite bathrooms and a commune available for stays of more than 3 months. What Ienjoyed the most about being in the...

In my quest to discover Africa, I knew I would learn a lot about her people and their history. I spent my weekend in Riemvasmaak. This is the Kalahari Desert in the Northern Cape. When you hike up the mountain, there is the Orange River. Kayaks are left on the river banks because the local farm workers spend their evenings fishing as the heat is bearable. Across the river you find the vineyards. This is the beauty that you seldom hear about in South Africa. No pictures or words written can describe to you the beauty of a semi-desert surrounded by mountains and a stone throw away there is a lush green vineyard. I have been staying at the Damas Guesthouse and Camping which belongs to the Damara family. Now if there is a place with history, this is it. Damas is built on the land that the owner and manager, Elisa Namases of the Riemvasmaak clan was born and raised. The Damara family was forcefully removed from Riemvasmaak in 1974 and relocated to what was then known a...

Welcome to Once. You know that feeling you get when you walk into a new place and you are instantly inspired? When you are a creative good energy is everything. An environment that inspires you is everything. Let me introduce you to Cape Towns All star hotel and backpackers – Once In Cape Town . Eat. Sleep. Explore. Once In Cape Town Welcome Pack This is a home for budget travellers. After checking and walking around my home for the next 3 days, I just wanted to get on my social media accounts to tell everyone about this amazing place I would be staying in. Once in Cape Town reminded me why I love doing what I do and why I do what I love. Also, my true purpose in Cape Town and my mission to promote budget African travel and lifestyle. Minnie Mouse eats a giant slice of  pizza The beautiful thing about staying at Once is you will never feel like a tourist or a stranger. There is a community of travellers from all over the world. There is a fun fill...

Welcome to Sunflower Stop Backpackers When I think of Sunflowers, I imagine a happy field filled with sunflowers and myself running through the field with no worry in the world. In my life, sunflowers symbolise happiness . Welcome to the Sunflower Stop – a home for travellers and backpackers. Sunflower in my books has to be one of Cape Towns’ happiest places. This has been my home for the first two days of my adventure. The backpackers is situated on Main Road in Green point, it really is easy to find. I am just geographically challenged even when armed with a GPS. Reception It is also centrally located – ·          5mintute walk to Sea point. ·          2 minutes to Green Point Stadium (It really is across the road) ·          10 minute walk to the V & A Waterfront ·          G...