Border Crossing: South Africa to Namibia
Like many overland border crossings in Southern Africa, crossing the border from South Africa to Namibia was no problem at all. Minimal hassle, and no paperwork...
A week in the Garden Route, Western Cape
After we left the Addo Elephant Park, we had just a little over a week left on our South African visas. Since we had...
Take a wild drive down the Wild Coast
After leaving Lesotho, Maggie and team headed for the Wild Coast of South Africa’s Eastern Cape. This region stretches along the N2 motorway, from the...
Overlanding Lesotho: a week in the Mountain Kingdom
After leaving the Drakensberg mountains, we headed for the Mountain Kingdom of Lesotho. One of Africa’s most mountainous countries, Lesotho does not fail to disappoint the overland traveller.
We...
Four amazing, community-run places to visit in Swaziland
Our followers know that responsible tourism is essential to our travelling and overlanding philosophy. And the primary way that we travel responsibly is by making...
From Kosi Bay to St Lucia: Driving the iSimangaliso Wetland Park
After leaving Swaziland, we drove Maggie south to explore KwaZulu Natal, the Elephant Coast and the iSamangaliso Wetland Park.
iSimangaliso means ‘Place of Wonder’ in Zulu,...
Our week-long road trip through Swaziland
Last week, Noel and I left South Africa for the small, landlocked Kingdom of Swaziland. One of Africa’s smallest countries by area, Swaziland nevertheless...
Game driving in Kruger National Park, in pictures
Noel and I spent three amazing days in the Kruger National Park, and we think that the best way to share our experience is...
Top five accessories to bring on an overland journey
On an overland journey, it may be tempting to overload your vehicle with tons of expensive equipment and gear.
To ensure you don’t go overboard,...
Our favourite places to overland in Botswana: community-run and off the beaten track
Noel, Maggie and I lived in Botswana from 2010-2012, so it’s a country that holds a very special place in our hearts.
As one of...