|
13 Jul 2010
|
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Jul 2002
Location: Oxfordshire, UK
Posts: 180
|
|
Anyone been to Tsodilo Hills, Aha Hills and Gcwihaba Caves?
...by bike?
How tough was it?
|
28 Jul 2010
|
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Oct 2004
Location: London
Posts: 542
|
|
Tsodilo Hills is an easy 40km dirt track from the main Shakawe to Maun road. The turnoff is clearly signposted and it should only take 40 mins or so. No major hassles on a bike.
Can't comment on Aha Hills or Drotsky's caves as I haven't done them, although I understand that these are sandier rutted tracks, particularly if you go via Xai Xai.
|
28 Jul 2010
|
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: May 2008
Location: Mid Wales
Posts: 100
|
|
Tsodilo is now a doddle compared to what it was, but Aha Hills and Gcwihaba Caves were a real slog through the sand last time I was there.
|
4 Aug 2010
|
|
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Sep 2001
Location: Portugal
Posts: 1,134
|
|
I was there last week in a landy.
Southern approach road is bad gravel/mud and lots of deep sandy ruts. Not easy on a bike, fine for the landy - 3rd gear all the way for 120 odd km's(??). Then the last 45km is a sandy rutted track through bush (ie; not a road, just a track). Ruts are not so big, and smooth, but less fun on a bike.
You would be better to go via the north route (turning just after the vet checkpoint when you come south. This is mostly a gravel track, not great, but better than in the south.
Just before the border turn directly south, camp in the Aha hills by the south sinkhole (nice track to follow a few km if you have tracks for Africa etc) and then down to Xai Xai and then follow the signs for the cave. The track is rutted and sandy, but firm sand as per the last 45km coming from the other direction.
Not much out there by the way! But cheap living and the villagers are really friendly. Xai Xai needed a football if your felling generous ;-p
|
Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 Registered Users and/or Members and 1 guests)
|
|
Posting Rules
|
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
HTML code is Off
|
|
|
|
Check the RAW segments; Grant, your HU host is on every month!
Episodes below to listen to while you, err, pretend to do something or other...
2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.
"Ultimate global guide for red-blooded bikers planning overseas exploration. Covers choice & preparation of best bike, shipping overseas, baggage design, riding techniques, travel health, visas, documentation, safety and useful addresses." Recommended. (Grant)
Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance™ combines into a single integrated program the best evacuation and rescue with the premier travel insurance coverages designed for adventurers.
Led by special operations veterans, Stanford Medicine affiliated physicians, paramedics and other travel experts, Ripcord is perfect for adventure seekers, climbers, skiers, sports enthusiasts, hunters, international travelers, humanitarian efforts, expeditions and more.
Ripcord travel protection is now available for ALL nationalities, and travel is covered on motorcycles of all sizes!
What others say about HU...
"This site is the BIBLE for international bike travelers." Greg, Australia
"Thank you! The web site, The travels, The insight, The inspiration, Everything, just thanks." Colin, UK
"My friend and I are planning a trip from Singapore to England... We found (the HU) site invaluable as an aid to planning and have based a lot of our purchases (bikes, riding gear, etc.) on what we have learned from this site." Phil, Australia
"I for one always had an adventurous spirit, but you and Susan lit the fire for my trip and I'll be forever grateful for what you two do to inspire others to just do it." Brent, USA
"Your website is a mecca of valuable information and the (video) series is informative, entertaining, and inspiring!" Jennifer, Canada
"Your worldwide organisation and events are the Go To places to for all serious touring and aspiring touring bikers." Trevor, South Africa
"This is the answer to all my questions." Haydn, Australia
"Keep going the excellent work you are doing for Horizons Unlimited - I love it!" Thomas, Germany
Lots more comments here!
Diaries of a compulsive traveller
by Graham Field
Book, eBook, Audiobook
"A compelling, honest, inspiring and entertaining writing style with a built-in feel-good factor" Get them NOW from the authors' website and Amazon.com, Amazon.ca, Amazon.co.uk.
Back Road Map Books and Backroad GPS Maps for all of Canada - a must have!
New to Horizons Unlimited?
New to motorcycle travelling? New to the HU site? Confused? Too many options? It's really very simple - just 4 easy steps!
Horizons Unlimited was founded in 1997 by Grant and Susan Johnson following their journey around the world on a BMW R80G/S.
Read more about Grant & Susan's story
Membership - help keep us going!
Horizons Unlimited is not a big multi-national company, just two people who love motorcycle travel and have grown what started as a hobby in 1997 into a full time job (usually 8-10 hours per day and 7 days a week) and a labour of love. To keep it going and a roof over our heads, we run events all over the world with the help of volunteers; we sell inspirational and informative DVDs; we have a few selected advertisers; and we make a small amount from memberships.
You don't have to be a Member to come to an HU meeting, access the website, or ask questions on the HUBB. What you get for your membership contribution is our sincere gratitude, good karma and knowing that you're helping to keep the motorcycle travel dream alive. Contributing Members and Gold Members do get additional features on the HUBB. Here's a list of all the Member benefits on the HUBB.
|
|
|