It was a daunting exercise to decide what medicine and medical equipment to pack for our 6-month overland trip through Africa. Our route would take us from South Africa to Malawi and back while also visiting parts of Namibia, Botswana, and Zambia. We don’t get sick that often except for the occasional cold, so in […]
Must have apps for overlanding Africa
My husband and I started our overland journey through Southern Africa in January 2019. During this time we drove more than 23 000 kilometers navigating our way through 6 countries while living in our Land Rover Defender named @mkulu_the_landy. We camped at more than 60 campsites, visited multiple wildlife reserves and national parks, where sometimes […]
Tips for spotting animals on a self-drive safari
People are often concerned that they won’t see any animals when they do a self-drive safari because they don’t have a trained eye or won’t know where to go. It’s definitely not as challenging as you might think. Here are some tips for spotting animals on a self-drive safari.
Tips for visiting the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park
The Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park is famous for its red sand dunes, black-maned lions, and exceptional wildlife photography opportunities. It has become a very popular safari destination for travelers looking for a more rustic and down-to-earth experience. If you are planning to visit the Kgalagadi, here are some tips before you go. 1. Book Early The […]
What to Pack: Summer Camping Safari
We are off on another adventure and this time it is a 5 day camping safari in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park. We haven’t been to the park since last winter, and packing for a safari in winter and packing for a safari in summer will deliver two different suitcases. If you want see what to […]
My Safari Essentials : What to Pack
In a few days, I will be visiting one of my favorite national parks for another eventful safari and it’s time decide what to pack.