Robben Island Cape Town Double Swim with Dolphins
Graham was accompained by a school of wild Dusky dolphins while completing this magic long distance endurance swim from Robben Island (the former prison of Global political icon Nelson Mandela) to Cape Town and back again (The Robben Island Double), one of only a handful of long distance swimmers to complete this particular swim. The swimming distance was approx 15km and it took place just off the south coast of South Africa in the cold, shark infested waters of the Atlantic Ocean, against the backdrop of Cape Towns most awesome Table Mountain. Time approximately 5 and a half hours. This swim has been recognised by the CLDSA Cape Long Distance Swimming Association of South Africa. This particular swim was recognised by various international news channels, including Carte Blanche, Africa's flagship magazine and actuality programme as an epic achievement, pushing human spirit and endurance to the limits. Graham was nominated by Out There Adventure Magazine as Out There Epic Adventurer of the year 2009 and quoted as 'having achieved one of the toughest extreme events in the world'. The first leg of the swim between Robben Island and Blaaubergstrand was completed with swimming companions Dr. Otto Thaning and James Saunders. The spontanious decision by Graham to turn around and complete the double swim 'carpe diem' resulted in the most awesome of human experiences. Completing this swim accompanied and 'pulled along' by such incredible animals truly was a magnificent experience, which touched those on the boat and reiterated for me the magnificence of our great oceans. At a critical stage of mental and physical exhaustion, five wild dusky dolphins swam side by side with me for about a mile, gently weaving their way under me, next to me and in front of me and it certainly felt like they were enjoying themselves. I completed the swim exhausted but exhilarated and have felt on a high ever since.
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Blouberg Beachfront - Dolphin Beach South Africa
One of the most beautiful views in the world!! Table Mountain as viewed from across Table Bay. This long stretch of white sandy beach, is ideal for leisurely walks. Also known as Kite Beach/ Dolphin Beach amongst the Kiting community. This is a perfect windsurfing/kitesurfing destination and lately SUP is also taking over on the windless days. If you are looking for a comfortable "home away from home" in this area you will find Dolphin Inn Guesthouse Blouberg, situated only 160 m away from this world renowned view. For more information and online bookings, please visit www.dolphinguesthouse.co.za or you can email me on dolphing@mweb.co.za
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SAA one flag - great South African advert www.cracker.co.za
For more great clips go to www.cracker.co.za A very patriotic advert from South African Airways featuring the beauty that South Africa has to offer.
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Cities Of The World - Capetown (Kapstadt) Southafrica.avi
Sightseeing - Tour through Capetown showing the most beautiful tourist places of interest "Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use."
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