Irenenenene

We packed the last few things and our host had kindly booked a boat trip (with picknic) at Vioolsdrift wine estate for us. We took our time to get there, got a free wine tasting, included in the price. Both of us were still recovering from the hike the day before, so this trip was just what we needed. The trip is approximately two hours on the river - surrounded by beauty and quiet. We bought some bread and wine to take on the trip, but after half a bottle we both were a little tired, so we took our blanket, and tried to take a nap under the tree. we started chatting instead. The main throughfare in Robertson hosts great coffee shops as well as some stunning art galleries. I could not resist taking this picture. (oops, sorry, did not see the sign) We drove to Robertson and found a bottom-of-the-range hotel. We were the only guests.... We took a dip in the pool. We then needed WiFi and found some at the Dros, after a lovely walk through the town. Although, do ...

We drove via Middlepos and Sutherland to Montague. Do yourself a favour, and DO NOT wind up on a Sunday in Sutherland, looking for a coffee. If you do, take your own and DO NOT go to the hotel for it. We took a few photos, and I definitely want to go back for some star-gazing. On our way to Sutherland. The gravel road between Calvinia and Sutherland was not that bad, there were a few pieces that were tricky, but overall very, very drivable. The lovely church in the town See, more for my collection  Sutherland has a mall, yes indeed. We also saw this funny animal Driving via Matjiesfontein, Tows Rivier and Matroosberg to Montague. What a quaint little town. More vibrant and arty than Clarens :) Some impressions of the town: Yes, there is a story behind this sign....   Even though we arrived on a Sunday, there were a few places available for food and accommodation. The first time we had ...