Eastern Cape Mountain Passes

We discuss the charms of the R396 route in the Eastern Cape and visit one of the 5 passes in its length - the Barker’s Nek Pass.

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The famous lion attack on Harry Wolhuter narrated from his 1948 book.

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A chat about the Gariep Dam and a look at the phenomenal contribution to road construction by the father and son duo of Andrew and Thomas Bain.

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A chat about The Haven, Cwebe Nature Reserve and lighthouses of South Africa.

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We discuss the history of Michells Pass south of Ceres and its importance in the development of the region.

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We discuss the massive Mzintlava Pass between Tabankulu and Lusikisiki and we pay a visit to Khosto’s palace in the year 1957

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We look at the rebuilding of the Anenous Pass in the Northern Cape through the eyes of the late Dr. Graham Ross.

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A chat about the road to Mbotyi and the Magwa Falls.

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A chat about one of the steepest passes in South Africa – the Carliseshoekspruit Pass, which connects the Tiffindell Ski Resort with the village of Rhodes.

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A discussion on the upcoming Wild Coast Tour.

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