I love how you have gone from " Sorry we have no accommodation" to part of the family in 1 day !
@johanswart81163 жыл бұрын
Bikkers look out for each other.
@verdant6813 жыл бұрын
@@johanswart8116 not bikers... South Africans... We stick together and love each other and everyone else who visits
@johanswart81163 жыл бұрын
@@verdant681 that is 100% true
@verdant6813 жыл бұрын
@@superiormelanin6059 no only the others parents
@juliestout40562 жыл бұрын
She has that quality!
@ralphmoehrke31033 жыл бұрын
I have to say that seeing you in my country and interacting with my country people really makes me swell with pride. We are as South Africans so excited that you chose SA.
@mabhodlelajj11953 жыл бұрын
@@mviv6339 you would be if it was your country too..
@Neil10783 жыл бұрын
I actually know that funny avocado farmer! He's my neighbor 😄
@DonPedro69013 жыл бұрын
Cool! Invite him to watch it together ;-)
@Hilco883 жыл бұрын
What a cool place! Hope to visit one time
@johannacollins11303 жыл бұрын
Wow what a coincidence!
@catchingeels3 жыл бұрын
I grew up in Tzaneen and my family still lives there 🙂👍
@laresistenza92013 жыл бұрын
He has such a trendy chin diaper. Where can I get one?
@roger43753 жыл бұрын
This is what makes your videos better than any other person doing something similar. You’ve proven riding on two wheels isn’t about the destination, but more about the journey. Well done Noraly.....👍😊
@davidhall88743 жыл бұрын
Somebody blessed the rains down in Africa!!!
@ggj6663 жыл бұрын
do do do do...da do do dooo
@sunnyblue013 жыл бұрын
Toto, that's must be Toto
@n0b0dy073 жыл бұрын
"Totolly" agreed!!
@michele82083 жыл бұрын
Can you hear the TOTO song?
@bridecolbourne13057 ай бұрын
👍👍🥰
@deano22083 жыл бұрын
Locked down in my flat living my life vicariously through Noraly.
@mogendo3 жыл бұрын
And that is why you stop at the fence when it's says Road closed.
@RiderOftheNorth19683 жыл бұрын
Wise words to live by, and to survive by.
@FnLn553 жыл бұрын
Some people are just lucky - some people just make their own luck, like Noraly!
@leonpotgieter3403 жыл бұрын
If there is a sighn you now its big problems in SA
@GiladGur3 жыл бұрын
With that amount of water, that county must have the greatest of agriculture. The B&B owners are really a great couple taking Noraly on an excursion and giving all the stories and the facts. I always love the most when Noraly shares her encounters with the locals.
@xyzcomp083 жыл бұрын
Never apologize when plans change, it was an interesting episode! That feels like real travel, which we all miss these days.
@veritasaequitas92773 жыл бұрын
Worst storm of the year! South African: "I'd better put my flip-flops on." Gotta love those people!
@thallesrennan29883 жыл бұрын
Same here in Brazil lol
@FlerkenCats3 жыл бұрын
You just have to love countries where flip flops are the main footwear 😸
@CJDempers3 жыл бұрын
Whahaha. Spot on
@avrilelight3 жыл бұрын
In South Africa ehenna “flip flop” turns into a “slip slop”. They manage either so very well!
@Weazle0993 жыл бұрын
@Veritas Aequitas Hehehe... As a fellow South African I can vouch that it is normal to see a farmer, aka (n Boer) in flip-flops, sandals or even bare foot... on heat summers day. and 98.5% of the time they will also even only where shorts all year round. Only on Sundays will you see them in long pants. There is a local saying we say in the winter when its really cool... "Brrr, its so cool today I had to put on two pairs of shorts"
@BuccaneerOverland3 жыл бұрын
When you grow old you will have this beautiful life of yours to look back on. I am glad to watch it unfold. Ride safe!
@skyking2283 жыл бұрын
Such nice, self sufficient, hard working, down to earth folks over there. Always interesting, thanks!
@rztrzt3 жыл бұрын
And they are hated. I feel sorry for them.
@steven.h06293 жыл бұрын
@@rztrzt That's the purpose of the very high electrified fencing I suppose. You choose your paradise and barricade yourself in.
@rztrzt3 жыл бұрын
@@steven.h0629 Trust me that fencing is useless
@steven.h06293 жыл бұрын
@@rztrzt Yeah.. I wondered about that when the main gate rolled open a few days ago with the electric wire towers all around, then again when Noraly was motorbike shopping in the city, all the property walls had cameras and electrified wires.
@blogengeezer45073 жыл бұрын
@@steven.h0629 -Walls maintain a semblance of orderly civilization, against rampant, historically deadly anarchy. Those that rant against walls, hypocritically sequester 'Themselves' safely within walls ...every night ;} Hmmm .. Interesting...;]
@cuppakoffie8103 жыл бұрын
That is the cool thing about South Africa. You are now in the lush green province of Limpopo. Later you will find yourself in the great plains of the Free State on to the deserts of the Northern Cape, on to the arrid geological landscape of the Karoo and suddenly you arrive at the white beaches of Cape Town. A world in one country 🌍
@tanyahart2396 Жыл бұрын
Noraly, you allow my sick client to travel with you. She is totally amazed with the sights. She is captivated by the way you do this alone. She actually answers you when you ask questions. Thank you so much for giving her something else to focus on other than death. Thank you so much.
@lioneltbeukes40103 жыл бұрын
You are Modjadji .The Rain Queen.Rain in Africa is always a blessing.Pula!
@michab.60403 жыл бұрын
Great video! I am from Germany, i lived for 2 years in SA and my son was born in Pretoria.I lived at the Hartbeespoort. Such a great country! Looking forward to visit SA and to see my best friends.
@maryhines3223 жыл бұрын
Itchy Boots is like a box of chocolates, you never know what you're going to get!
@westaussie94973 жыл бұрын
Ha! Ha!
@ct62322 жыл бұрын
Impressive to hear different languages being spoken in your videos and your interactions with different people across the world. 🥰
@Nate.H3 жыл бұрын
The area around Tzaneen, Magoebaskloof, and Haenertsberg is a hidden gem of South Africa. I used to live there when I was a volunteer. The road through Magoebaskloof is fun on a bike, too!
@HarrieWorst3 жыл бұрын
What I like on your videos (and those of other adventurers), that the world is a beautiful place and not as bad as it sometimes looks like in the news.
@John-pc3cx2 жыл бұрын
Her sunny demeanor seems to bring out the best in the people she meets.
@winstonpfuxanishikwambana1713 жыл бұрын
you were in my home town Tzaneen...THANK YOU SO MUCH for visiting our province Limpopo
@christiantinman3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video... Im an SA expat living in Hawaii so loved hearing my mother langue again man i miss afrikaans.
@SnowyPe2 жыл бұрын
Its not the people that make a country bad, its the politicians of the government... Enjoying this experience with you
@meenanaicker89993 жыл бұрын
I can't express how much I am loving your adventures. This is my 3rd time watching. My first was your trip to Namibia. SA is the most beautiful country in the world. The other countries we surrounded by are also so unique in their beauty. Pity there is so much corruption and greed. Get rid of the politicians who spoil our countries and give it a bad name. Thumbs up to you for showing us South Africa in all its glory.
@jo-justjo3 жыл бұрын
In a way, the detour because of the possible landslide was a blessing. You have met the locals and the location is perfect. The room overlooking the water is extremely nice and I think you have captured the whole scene and the flood perfectly. Well done 👍
@ogonzilla3 жыл бұрын
The awesome power of water!! As an ex-Earth Science and Geology teacher, I love it! (Please don't attempt another Boliva-like water crossing!!)
@asquare93163 жыл бұрын
As a physics teacher, I love it also!
@asquare93163 жыл бұрын
@08x840234 Yes, and U becoming K
@pauloakes57183 жыл бұрын
No please do it’s for living
@thepaperboy90093 жыл бұрын
@08x840234 All that potential energy spent and not being put to good use :-)
@buzzerbeaterbuzzerbeater90013 жыл бұрын
I love it just as a human being who loves nature.
@JW-so7tn3 жыл бұрын
I am so glad you did not head straight to Cape Town like so many tourists. South Africa has so much more to offer. 👌👌
@brynmuza95259 ай бұрын
😂😅😂😅 I noticed that
@Rrrrrrricky567893 жыл бұрын
These vids make me so jealous while being stuck at home in The Netherlands -.- . Really happy for you that you're out on the road again though ! keep on riding :D
@n0b0dy073 жыл бұрын
Make you jealous? Dude, I'm from Brazil and I would love to be in your place haha
@SeverBalu3 жыл бұрын
Same here...I'm stuck indoors in UK, stormy for next 3-4 days. Just looking at my bike from the window, she's under covers. It's half march, I wanna ride!!! :D
@Rrrrrrricky567893 жыл бұрын
@kratos I’m 27 I’m safe outside too 😘
@CCitis3 жыл бұрын
Motorcycle people take care of their own... looks like they are awesome hosts.
@dirkjordy9point7143 жыл бұрын
Discussing Dams and Flooding. Isn't that a national pastime in the Netherlands😁?
@goliath7603 жыл бұрын
Soo true !
@plofkraak65363 жыл бұрын
Yes, and it would also have been so to South Africa, if the government would take care of business instead of corruption.
@lamintouray73863 жыл бұрын
That’s a good one!!! Lol.
@jaquigreenlees3 жыл бұрын
Flooding is also a big topic in the central areas of the us, Mississippi , Missouri and Ohio rivers flood heavily as well.
@stephanuhu9633 жыл бұрын
That struck me too! The Dutch are all about massive waterworks, and here our Noraly gets to inspect a dam in flood in Africa. So cool! Love your videos Noraly!
@jamessitati73963 жыл бұрын
mama Africa, love this continent so much, its a beautiful place for all of us, we should take care of this beautiful continent, it saddens me that corrupt leaders never let us enjoy our continent, the gentleman told us about how 3 different contractors had neglected the dam even after being paid, thanks itchy boots for show casing our motherland, love from a Kenyan.
@tonyclough98443 жыл бұрын
Thats the problem with the whole of Africa, and why the productivity reduces every year.
@bullsfan37053 жыл бұрын
Excellent - nothing like some great Afrikaner hospitality!
@aboversite3 жыл бұрын
They are all examining the destruction from the high water. Noraly is admiring a random motorcycle. That's my girl!!
@richardhobbs71073 жыл бұрын
aboversite - noticed that too ! ! !
@johnthysen72783 жыл бұрын
Looking at other bikes for Noraly is like some sort of “beroepsmisvorming”or professional deformity. Most of us have this manner of checking out others ways of doing things or tools we use daily and compare. In Noraly’s case it comes naturally, she’s got a very analytical and inquisitive mindset and that makes watching her adventure videos so enjoyable.....jusayin!
@sharoncox66783 жыл бұрын
wow....the dam is pretty cool...and the view amazing...oh what an exciting place to be....enjoy and stay safe...let the owners know that they have the most amazing place....and I wanted to see a hippo!!!! but, I will settle on the bush buck...it's adorable..and always happy hear about an animal being rescued..."if you can hear your fears...shift a gear!!"
@gillesomaha37823 жыл бұрын
Merci,merci.merci pour les superbes images 🙏🙏🙏✌️
@gregoryemmanuel91683 жыл бұрын
Welcome to Africa, where anything can happen anytime. And it’s all magical.
@stewartw.91513 жыл бұрын
Two sayings I have heard many times here in SA: 1. "TIA" - meaning This is Africa and any damn thing can happen at anytime out of the blue for no apparent rhyme or reason, Usually said with a shrug after some weird event! 2. "MMBA" - meaning Miles and Miles of Bloody Africa when someone from some crowded country says "wow look at that huge and empty landscape" - as if to imply all of Africa is just empty space - which it more or less is!
@enshinsenseidan3 жыл бұрын
That was fun! Farmers are awesome all over the world. The salt of the earth. Thanks Noraly. Really enjoying the new season.
@nellisbothma51903 жыл бұрын
Hi 🖐South African here, wish i could do the trip you are doing all over our beautiful country! Just got myself a 800GS many "lekker" kilometers to do. Ride safe🤙
@gayashangamage37832 жыл бұрын
what a kind peoples.. first they said there is no room avilable. and then welcome you and became a good host as well as friend... what a experience....
@kenh53173 жыл бұрын
*Stands directly below neglected dam after very heavy rains*-“So glad I wasn’t riding in that rain.” One of the many reasons I love Itchy Boots.
@christophmensch39453 жыл бұрын
Wow, Itchy Boots, no good morning internet, no riding, but a lot of captivating excitement with the power of nature, awesome surprise, thank you!!!
@powerq213 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Your videos are fresh & simple, without any elaboration or unnecessary drama. Very well filmed & narrated, a pleasure to watch. I feel like I'm there with you. Thank you for sharing your adventures, especially this 'non-riding' day!
@guydumont79043 жыл бұрын
nature....we can't beat that. Good you stayed at a safe place Noraly and had a good interesting day!
@tarewaste3 жыл бұрын
They even lay on a flood for you to film Noraly, you are amazing.
@Yorkshiremadmick3 жыл бұрын
Scary stuff with the power and ferocity of water. Thanks for sharing 🙏🏻
@PCERules3 жыл бұрын
The last few weeks have been a Noraly video fest! This is a great thing!
@stephanuhu9633 жыл бұрын
As a Saffa in Canada, I was "super excited" to see Noraly going to South Africa.
@123karlw3 жыл бұрын
I am so jealous. You are in my home country. So beautiful there. Enjoy your stay. Thanks for sharing
@patrickmclaughlin60133 жыл бұрын
I was thinking SA was going to suck, it's amazing! So beautiful and friendly people.
@tedrenard4723 жыл бұрын
SA is an astonishing place. Most of what is written in the Western press is probably true somewhere in South Africa, but they never tell you how good it is in most of the country. I do have some reserve about Noraly travelling alone there, but I'd have a similar reserve about her travelling alone in London, Birmingham or Manchester too.
@colinhingston16983 жыл бұрын
A word of warning. The first time you visit southern Africa, you will become totally addicted. You will never stop wanting to return. I cannot wait for the world to return to something like normal so I can return.
@criaan3 жыл бұрын
We sure have our problems, but it is still an awesome place.
@nevilles.50663 жыл бұрын
@@criaan groot probleeme ou boet!! But home is home and there is no place like it. I know because I lived in Europe for a bit.
@robhart34513 жыл бұрын
It's the best country in the world ! The country is wonderful, the people are wonderful, the weather is wonderful. The government......er....not so much
@Bear-yh6cv3 жыл бұрын
Perfect timing, perfect place and perfect host. Very nice people
@adamz54583 жыл бұрын
Came for a motorcycleadventure vlog, stayed for a overflowing dam adventure! NGL this was great content and I forgot about motorcycles after 30 seconds
@hermannwilz45223 жыл бұрын
As an expat I spend some time in Nelspruit looking after my Parents and during the day sneaked out volunteering on a Macadamia Farm. Very much enjoyed Afrikaans and the great Hospitality. You are so lucky Noraly.
@ride4life_motorlifestyle3 жыл бұрын
Every video with you is a bonus 😉 Love to be a little bit back in South-Africa. Don't know what was told about hippo's off camera but just remember not put yourself between a hippo and the water. The water is their safe place and they like a free escape route.
@gmutch1233 жыл бұрын
I hope you make your way all the way to Cape Town. South Africa is a beautiful, large country with many different cultures. I miss the country terribly, but moved to give my kids more safety and opportunities. If you do go down to the Cape and are interested there was a quad biking experience I did with my wife that incorporated some history and details about the the area. I can find out more if you are interested, I'm sure they wouldn't have an issue taking the journey on your bike, or one of theirs.
@dariushjokar3 жыл бұрын
Hello Watching your nice clip from Iran ❤️ from Shiraz, Iran 🇮🇷
@behroozdalvand26263 жыл бұрын
زنده باد دوست عزیز
@dariushjokar3 жыл бұрын
@@behroozdalvand2626 نوکرم کاکو
@dariushjokar3 жыл бұрын
@max dude ❤️
@charleslee19603 жыл бұрын
Hello Iran from Asheville USA
@thomassteibl22753 жыл бұрын
Hallo Iran from Austria
@roam2beborn3233 жыл бұрын
Great girl, to interact with the locals and have them show you a few things of the area, I believe on your personal level that make your trip be more thrilling
@bikersniper13 жыл бұрын
Welcome to SA Itchy hooe you enjoy it here! I'm a big fan 😁🏍️
@gaminiediri3 жыл бұрын
Oh, the power of water and the power of nature! Noraly, I am glad that you found shelter there, at that place.
@libbyvalley3 жыл бұрын
👏💖😊 Giving Thanks. I love the EPIC Adventures of NORALY. You will always be guided & protected. 🕊️
@mumblesbadly7708 Жыл бұрын
Love these unexpected local landmark tours!
@marcobeckers45363 жыл бұрын
Ik volg nog maar twee weken je vlogs, en heb ze allemaal gekeken in deze rare tijd ik ben erg onder de indruk. Ga zo door stay safe greetings from maastricht.
@heidischneiderinbikerin27573 жыл бұрын
Schönes Video. Mutig auf die hohe steile Mauer 😮 zu steigen. Sehr interessant die Natur und das Geschehen.🤗
@richardfenner60963 жыл бұрын
Having grown up In Africa several decades ago, this really evokes memories. Baie dankie! :-)
@sootylum3 жыл бұрын
Looks a beautiful country to visit
@MaxMeridius09203 жыл бұрын
As always a great adventure, makes me feel like I’m there along side you! Thanks
@jimpritchard38163 жыл бұрын
Wow! I am dazzled beyond my expectations.
@scottscaneh3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for taking us on the Dam tour I won't ask any Dam questions.
@marthinuskoekemoer43233 жыл бұрын
I grew up at Fanie Botha dam( tzaneen dam) . My dad worked for water affairs and we lived right at the top where a roundabout next to a big house. I use to run up and down the wall
@predator17393 жыл бұрын
What an unexpected and unique experience! thank you for your sharing! Riding in the rainy season, please pay attention to safety~
@terenceneuhoff64613 жыл бұрын
I am so glad I stumbled accross you channel. You have inspired me to make a couple of saddle bags and take my 250cc to go explore some of our beautiful South Africa again.
@mridulboruah833 жыл бұрын
We love you ,you deserve 10m subscriber ❤️👍
@LEAMAS-753 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your video! The people are as friendly as I remember them. Now I have even more longing for southern Africa.
@noblepolygon51093 жыл бұрын
Loving your African adventures!
@alaskanbollock3 жыл бұрын
Nice to see something a little different and say hi to Bok Bok!
@EdwinAbalain3 жыл бұрын
Great to be following you on your endeavors! This is an adventure you did not expect! Great!
@seayak3 жыл бұрын
This is one of the things I love about your channel - you never know what to expect!
@lizaC00013 жыл бұрын
This season has hardly started and I'm loving it, especially the humorous comments of fellow You Tubers.
@louisdoliveira54203 жыл бұрын
Im up to date till current vlogs and my wife is now binge watching to catch up. You're becoming a legend.
@robbrike46193 жыл бұрын
Prachtige reportage hoor, heb er van genoten. Heb jou pas gisteren ontdekt op You Tube en ik vind het zoooo tof om je te volgen. Wat een avontuur! 👍
@dave-bourse3 жыл бұрын
Love your channel and you're good humour, plus you are in this country that I love. Glad that the rain season is good for this beautiful place. And by the way, I love you're breakfast bits. Keep well and ride safe.
@Nrgpack3 жыл бұрын
I'm so happy that I am a subscriber, imagine to miss this superinteresting video. You know, it's about the whole adventure. I love it... big thank you!!!
@macalacalan11753 жыл бұрын
Ditto - she’s a marvel.
@bugeyeandme3 жыл бұрын
Great lesson, Do not camp too close to a river in Africa.... flash floods are a reality
@roadwarrior85603 жыл бұрын
has happened people before that they set up camp in some dry gully, the rainfall can happen far away but the flash flood can come upon you very quick.
@cabaroigcostablanca3 жыл бұрын
@@roadwarrior8560 memories!, dining (+🍷) in a park in Hungary (no pun intended!) , saw area with bench and 🌊 and big X on it. About half hour later, a 2 metres high river rushed by for about ten minutes, the force was incredible, might have been fun on my boogie board, but full leathers and boots, no no no
@roadwarrior85603 жыл бұрын
@@cabaroigcostablanca Good you had the sense to avoid it, here people get caught too on coastal walks exploring caves, ok until the tide starts coming in, then the panic hits!!!
@cabaroigcostablanca3 жыл бұрын
@@roadwarrior8560 much "Palinka" later, I learned there was a power station, up-river of this valley, and this was a regular occurance
@stephanuhu9633 жыл бұрын
Yeah, and another reason, are the hippo's. They laze about looking at the tourists in the daytime, and wade onto the river shorws at night. Hippo's are the #1 cause of death by wildlife encounter in Africa.
@lucymason41423 жыл бұрын
Great to see you enjoying yourself with the locals again, what a great find that family is, you’ll be sorry to leave them. Enjoy..! Great quality film..
@BattlecatRed3 жыл бұрын
Great video! I love good travel vlogs. I am a motorcyclist and your videos have become my favorite! In South Africa, you're about seven hours ahead of my location. It was cool seeing that you had uploaded this earlier today.
@andreventer7024 Жыл бұрын
Hi Norally, velen dank for this bonus video. Your timing to get there with all that good rain was spot-on. I see more of my own country with you and your bike. Again thank you.
@ragweed35243 жыл бұрын
Surprise surprise! I’m worn out, just watching the trip up the dam lol. Very interesting video. The power of water is amazing eh? Lovely hosts to give you such an informative tour. The upcoming ride should be interesting on dirt tracks 😉 Have fun, and Let’s Go 🏍🇺🇸
@greyjay92023 жыл бұрын
Really nice to see you getting to know local farmers/ranchers, and spending time with them. Such friendly, helpful, down to earth people.
@Thomas-eu6fj3 жыл бұрын
Coming down from the top of the Dam was a bit scary. Love the Afrikaans accent.
@tijnvanbeekuitsneek3193 жыл бұрын
I just read your column in Promotor, our best Duth motor magazine, you are realy our best ambassador for motorcyling not only in the Netherlands but all over the world!!
@jimsmedley2343 жыл бұрын
".... went off one by one in a hurry to the banks of the great grey-green, greasy, Limpopo River, all set about with fever-trees, to borrow new noses from the Crocodile." Now I'm going to have to find my copy of 'Just so Stories' so I can be terrified by them as I was almost 60 years ago!
@plumduff33033 жыл бұрын
Fabulous film thanks for sharing how I miss Africa
@hardanheavy3 жыл бұрын
I love to hear Afrikaans, such a cool language.
@mjfalcon007 Жыл бұрын
I love the language, especially the way they say Hippo 😁
@reazulkarim21413 жыл бұрын
nice to have you back . miss your adventure rides .
@fredmeier35153 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your fabulous reports and for the bravery it takes to bring them. No boring travelogue with Itchy Boots.
@matthewevan96942 жыл бұрын
You have become my tranquility at the end of the day . sharing your adventure. God it's just so awesome to be on the ride with U and seeing the world. Places I may never visit. Thank U so much for sharing 🥰
@capecrusader69323 жыл бұрын
Looks like your ride just got exponentially more difficult with the massive flood. I'm sure dealing with lots of muddy roads are going to be in the next videos. Ride safe. Oh yeah, and my 26 year old daughter is in love with the avocado farmer you met on the Dam :)
@amigopython82546 ай бұрын
Thank you for the subtitles, the videos are incredible, you are beautiful and smart, continue to show the world to those who can't go because I watch your videos and daydream about trips... I'm from Brazil, thanks for the captions, you're helping me understand and learn English on my own Here's all the best to you...
@brucekendall523 жыл бұрын
Wonderful coverage,thk you.Lovely to see the locals taking good care of you.
@katoosh13 жыл бұрын
Hey Bruce I see you are following Norraly take Boet
@charlesharris27493 жыл бұрын
Almost 700,000 Subscribers! You go gurl! 1,000,000 isn't so far away..........
@rjalvarezbigote3 жыл бұрын
That was a fun different day! Love the video. Tomorrow get ready for mud!!!!
@pierretheoret53643 жыл бұрын
It's nice to see that you take your time, no rush, no need to ride 500 km every days.