UPDATE: TWEET/ROUNDTHEOUTSIDE: He’s done it! Riaan Manser has completed his 5000km circumnavigation of Madagascar by kayak, alone and unaided. Take a bow Mr Manser!
-Wed. July 8, 2009

One of the more impressive adventures I´ve come across in a long time. South African kayaker, Riaan Manser is on route to become the first person to kayak, alone and unaided, around the world’s fourth largest island – Madagascar.

His journey began at the eastern port town of Tamatave, heading north and traveling counter-clockwise around the island. He departed in August 2008 and has covered all but 200 of the 5000km journey. He expects to complete this expedition July 11th.

He has been TWEETing his progress and keeping up a site with photos, updates, and a progress map.

Previous to his kayak trip, he had circumnavigated Africa on his bicycle, a 36,500 kilometer trip that took him through 34 countries in just over 2 years.

Way to go Riaan!!! We are cheering you on as you paddle your last miles. Very impressive adventure.