September 7th, 2014

We left Cape Town just before 7am, and had a smooth exit from the city on the N2, following the instructions of Ms Garmin.

Breakfast was at Hermanus, where we watched a whale frolicking in the sea in the distance while we ate. We then went to Cape Agulhas, and stood at the southernmost point of Africa.

From there we drove along the Garden Route to Sedgefield,cohere we are staying in a timeshare unit for 5 nights. Arrived around 4.30, unpacked, and went to the Spar (supermarket) to get our supplies for dinner and breakfast.

Had a rice risotto for dinner, then headed to bed for an early night after ä few long days of travel.

Woke to another beautiful African day. Sat on the balcony for breakfast, after which we wandered around to see the facilities at the resort. There is a swimming pool, mini-golf, and a few canoes. It is situated on a lagoon. Very pleasant spot.

We went to Sedgefield and drove the Tourist Route - it took us through the township, where the many residents were sitting outside enjoying the Sunday sun; children were playing on the roads but moved over quickly as we came by. Sedgefield is known as a mosaic town, and there were examples of mosaic statues and art works all along the drive. The road then went out to the coast - the Indian Ocean - and then we drove along the side of the lagoon back to the main road.
Lunched at a sand bar and restaurant - sitting in the sand - where we shared a pizza, then drove to Knysna to go down to the coast. Magnificent view of the Heads, with the Ocean crashing in through the narrow gap.

Back to the unit, and now sitting in the lovely late afternoon sun enjoying a G&T.