In 2006 Riaan Manser became the first person to cycle around Africa. Over two years, alone and unaided, he pedalled 37,000km through 34 countries, some of which are war-zones. Riaan was voted "Adventurer of the Year" and his "Around Africa on my Bicycle", is a bestseller.

    In 2009, alone and unaided, Riaan paddled 5000km in eleven months to become the first person to circumnavigate Madagascar by kayak. Riaan was again voted "Adventurer of the Year" and his book has received acclaim.

    Riaan recently completed another odyssey. Battling Arctic elements with partner, Dan Skinstad, who has mild cerebral palsy, the two paddled 2300km in five months in a double kayak to circumnavigate Iceland.






    Riaan and Dan have just completed their circumnavigation of Iceland! Catch all the action and watch the drama unfold in the 13-part TV documentary that starts on SABC 3 from 6-7pm on 11 December. Don't miss it!








    The Iceland Adventure


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    Well Wishes

    Hi Riaan,
    I just want to wish you the best of luck for the trip around Iceland. I think it is a great idea! I have also read both your books and it really inspired me to challenge myself and try new things in life.thank you!!best of luck for the rest of the trip and enjoy it.
    Best wishes
    Phillip Kleyn


    Hi Riaan,
    Best wishes for your Iceland adventure from all at NSRI Simon's Town !! We will be following you every paddle stroke,
    Cheers,
    Dennis


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