To be published. Here’s a sneak preview: Miles unknown. “Louis has been on the road for almost two years and has no end destination, visas, carnet or planned route. He will go where permitted and has managed to get this far without

To be published. Here’s a sneak preview: Miles unknown. “The ladies follow behind and chuckle at the thought of this white man taking a bath in their river. Along the way we pass three man made ponds covered with Lilli pads where

Approx. 120 miles ? To be published. Here’s a sneak preview: “What happened next I can say for sure is the most emotional evening of my life. I hear the choir begin to sing just next from the church adjoining my chalet.

I continue along the perfect smooth tarmac roads with not even a tricky diversion to contend with. Emerging from the forests I see local hunters proudly showing off their catch swung over their shoulders, normally monkeys. Dogs snap at my ankles and goats

419 miles (6022 miles to date) I packed what equipment I hadn’t sent home and left Yaounde early this morning, as planned. I was pleased at how better the bike handled now it’s carrying less weight. I made good progress and soon

A productive day. I returned to the Gabon embassy where I am questioned as to my mode of transport. To the Ambassadors surprise I tell them by motorcycle which always earns me respect in the consulates. I am also asked if I