We have visited 46 countries and this trip rates at the top with much of the schwinn mountain bicycles credit going to Laurence. He provided a personally-prepared information sheet during the initial orientation meeting that proved invaluable throughout the trip. All tour managers should consider this added touch for their clients.
The accommodations on the tour were great, much better than we anticipated, with many large included meals. The recent schwinn electric bike change to the Pullman Hotel in Cape Town is a good one. In summary, it was a fantastic and unforgettable African adventure.
Overall, another great experience in Africa and Gate 1 trip. I also like that he is English as am I and we have the similar culture and views in common. We always felt safe, despite the crime rate in the country evidenced by the security protections on most/ all buildings ! I would be very happy to travel with John again in Africa .
Mongoose has developed a solid reputation for quality bikes at an affordable cost in the cycling industry. Now, Mongoose is one of the brands of Dorel Industries, which also owns Pacific Cycle, Schwinn, and GT Bicycles. As of 2018, you can find Mongoose bikes at Pacific Cycle in Madison, WI.
Thank you also for providing so many meals for us. The hotels were great – not really crazy about the Mountain View one – mostly because my room was such a distance. I had heard great things about Gate 1 before I went on this trip and now, I know why.
Everything was so well planned out. Our tour guide, Nathi, was absolutely the best. He was so knowledgeable and the information that he told us was amazing. We are so glad that we were able to have him as our tour guide.