I moved hotels to the small Auberge Seidi 11 round the corner, where I was the only guest. This room cost 140,000GF and felt better.

I left the relative comfort of my hotel in Conakry to hit local transport again and a trip up country. I had decided to head for the hills of Guinea and visit one of the hill station towns which was once popular with Conakry's more wealthy citizens wanting to escape from the city heat.

It has been great to be based in one place for a few days getting to know the immediate area around where I'm staying and experiencing something of life in Conakry.

Today was one to remember - it's hard to believe that you can pack so much into just a day!!