WATCH: GuataBMX receives hero's welcome in Cape Town

Gauta Mahlakoane (22), Karabo Mokoo (21), and Maxwell Ndou (24) had the entire country buzzing after deciding to cycle more than 1,700km from their hometown to Cape Town.

Now known as GuataBMX, the trio completed their journey in just 14 days, arriving in Cape Town on Monday, April 14.

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The trio were welcomed like heroes at Cape Town's City Hall.

According to News24, scores of supporters gathered to celebrate, with Cape Town mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis also extending a warm welcome.

The young men's families flew in to celebrate the momentous occasion with them.

Good Morning Angels' help

During their journey, Good Morning Angels supported the trio by covering their overnight accommodation to the value of R20,000.

Speaking to 'Breakfast with Martin Bester', the trio shared more about their incredible experience.

The three – Maxwell "The Goat", Karabo "The Queen", and Gauta BMX – left home on Wednesday, April 2, on very basic bicycles, with little planning and no special equipment or clothing.

What they did have in abundance was determination and a passion to spread an important message to the youth: stay active, and avoid drugs and gangsterism.

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Their epic journey was documented on social media with the help of DJ Karri, who also helped them find sponsors and support along the way.

They were expected to sleep over in Leeu Gamka, then Laingsburg, followed by Worcester, before finally reaching Cape Town on Sunday.

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Image: Western Cape Government Cultural Affairs & Sport