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A different way to see Africa
The African leg of the journey officially began in January 2025 when the couple crossed from Spain into Morocco.
Since then, they’ve pedaled through an impressive list of countries, including Morocco, Mauritania, Senegal, The Gambia, Guinea-Bissau, Ghana, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Angola, the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Namibia. South Africa is now the final country before they roll into Cape Town.
It’s a reminder that slow travel isn’t about ticking destinations off a list. Traveling by bicycle means spending days immersed in changing landscapes, meeting local communities and watching countries unfold one kilometer at a time.
Where it all started
Golden’s passion for bikepacking began in 2018 after finishing her studies in Amsterdam. Inspired by her partner, the pair set off on a winter cycling trip through Austria along parts of the EuroVelo 6 route.
That first ride sparked a love for traveling under their own steam, eventually growing into a lifestyle that combines adventure with remote creative work. As an artist, Golden shares her artwork and travel content online, helping to find life on the road while inspiring thousands of fellow adventurers.
Cape Town awaits
For South Africans, there’s something exciting about watching travelers approach the country’s southern tip after months — or in this case, nearly a year — on the road.
With Cape Town now within reach, Golden’s journey is a reminder that sometimes the best adventures aren’t measured by how quickly you get somewhere, but by everything you see along the way.
This story is based on reporting by IOL and additional publicly available information about Annabelle Golden’s ongoing bikepacking journey.
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