South Africa

Cape Town: Quick Summary for the Strategic Traveler For those short on time, here’s the essential data: Cape Town (South Africa) is a world-class city defined by its dramatic natural setting. Prioritize …

Beaverlac Camp: Quick Summary for a Weekend Escape Here’s the essential data: Beaverlac Camp (South Africa) is a rustic, back-to-basics campsite in the Cederberg mountains, about two hours from Cape Town. Its …

Skilpad Restcamp: Quick Summary Here’s the essential intel: Skilpad Restcamp (Namaqua NP, South Africa) is the main, and only, formal chalet accommodation inside the most famous section of Namaqua National Park. It …

Quick Summary: Your Nossob Rest Camp Plan Nossob Rest Camp (Kgalagadi, South Africa) is a legendary destination for safari enthusiasts, renowned as the predator capital of the park. It’s a remote, rustic …

Quick Summary: Your Botsalano Game Reserve Plan Botsalano Game Reserve (South Africa) is a unique, often-overlooked park on the Botswana border that serves a vital strategic purpose for any serious overlander. It’s …

Quick Summary: Your Bontle Campsite Plan Bontle campsite in Marakele National Park is one of the most accessible yet authentically wild camping experiences in South Africa. Its defining feature is that it’s …

Quick Summary Before you go to Johannesburg, understand its dual nature: a bustling economic hub and a city with significant safety considerations. Prepare adequately. Johannesburg contributes over 16% with a projected GDP …

Quick Summary 18 days • ~5,000 km • South Africa → Botswana → Namibia → South Africa. This review of my trip shows the exact route, daily stops, logistics, and pro tips …