The local Xhosa call this place “izi Khaleni”, which means “place of thunder”. At certain seasons and water conditions the waves clap is such a fashion that the concussion can be heard throughout the valley.

On calmer days, the swirling waters call to the adventurous. Phil, a professional Life Guard, coaches you and makes your experience is very safe.

If the prior jump was not challenging enough, Phil has another trick up his sleeve. This time he invites only the strong swimmers and vertigo free to join him. This 15 meter jump will keep you floating like a rock for over 2 seconds. Yahoo!

While the merry band goes for a swim in the waves, Phil prepares a feast for everyone. Water and fear sure makes for a big appetite.

Tobias has discovered a new belly ornament, for men this time. Little did he realize that it would take cold water and a stick to pry this sucker off.

As if we didn’t have enough adventures for the day, a volley ball game quickly took place and of course we won.

As the sun descended we headed home. On the way back we got caught in the evening traffic jam.

Sundowners awaited us back at the Shack.