Hi everyone,
Yes, we are back! After 48 days and not managing to get far north, we are still ecstatic. Weather certainly did not play ball. We are truly thankful to all who helped us along the way. We seemed to have arrived back just in the nick of time with regards to the wind factor. There was so much rain in Namibia, hence we being stuck in some places for six days. The roads were hectic at times too. Generally I must say that the gravel roads were at times better than the tar roads. Be aware ground crew, about the wild life along the road. Especially warthog and Oryx. They do not have any road sense.
Things to remember:
When applying for your ATF to fly Namibia, let them know which border post you are crossing. e.g. Mom used Upington and Ariamsvlei. (Ariamsvlei does have a runway, enquire from Eben Mocke for the farmers details)
Make sure your paper work is in order.
Never loose your cool - Namibians also have their time factor
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Don't be in a hurry, because it does not work and it certainly will backfire on you.
Make sure you have cash on you
Ground Crew cannot carry fuel or food across border
Carry a fuel filter and stocking when re-fueling your plane, it helps
Cash important as some areas did not have garage card facilities
If no lodge near by, camping under wing not a problem
HANNO SNYMAN IN NAMIBIA WAS A TRUE HELP AND FRIEND THROUGHOUT OUR TRIP AND WITH ALL PAPER WORK BEFORE LEAVING! HIS WEATHER REPORT AND UPDATES WAS A BLESSING!!!! THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU HANNO
If anyone requires more info, please do not hesitate to contact me
