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500 Days! – What’s The Goal?

27 October, 2026 Tours

[caption id="attachment_1193" align="alignnone" width="1672"] Celebrate 500 Days of Nomad Life in the Western Cape![/caption] On 27 October 2026, WTG has reached it's first milestone! 500 Days on the road, discovering the Western Cape on a…

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Gravel Road Etiquette in South Africa: Passing, Dust, Livestock and Gates

26 October, 2026 4x4, Off-road & Overlanding WTG Approved

A gravel road looks empty until it isn't. Around the next blind rise there might be a farmer's bakkie, a herd of goats, a cyclist, or a convoy of campers heading the other way. There…

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Campsite Etiquette: What Campers Wish Their Neighbours Knew

26 October, 2026 Camp Sites Caravan Parks Wild Camping WTG Approved

Nobody goes camping to fall out with a stranger over a gazebo peg. Yet every camper has a story about the late-night generator, the shortcut through their site, or the dog that adopted their braai.…

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Overlanding the Great Debate

22 October, 2026 4x4, Off-road & Overlanding WTG Approved

Ask ten people at a fuel stop what they’re doing and you’ll get ten answers. “Just a road trip.” “We’re touring the Garden Route.” “Overlanding, ja.” And then, from the guy with the roof tent,…

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Go (Away) Canvas? The 5-Star Craft and 1-Star Service Divide

20 October, 2026 Gear & Accessories Supporting Services

Go Canvas on Jones Street in Parow East holds a 3.7-star rating on Google from 25 reviews. That average hides how divided those reviews are. There are no 2, 3 or 4-star ratings at all,…

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South Africa’s longest 4×4 Route

20 October, 2026 4x4 Trails 4x4, Off-road & Overlanding Tours, Guides and Adventure Operators

Some journeys are measured in kilometres. This one is measured in landscapes. The Namakwa-Richtersveld 4x4 Eco Trail is South Africa's longest official 4x4 route. It runs for roughly 600 km, from the dusty N14 town…

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WTG to Launch TravelPod in 2027

17 October, 2026 Supporting Services

Great news! We have now finalised the development of our Reciprocal Concierge Service in South Africa and will be recruiting and training a group of Remote Operators in South Africa. The first Training Course starts…

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The KT8900 Mobile Radio: A Practical Guide to a Compact Dual-Band Workhorse

15 October, 2026 Outdoor Gear, Rentals and Services

If you've ever wanted a proper radio in your vehicle without giving up dash space, the KT8900 is worth a look. It's a compact dual-band mobile transceiver, and the manual shows it packs in more…

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The History and Development of Hartbeespoort, South Africa

14 October, 2026 Stays Tours

Hartbeespoort, commonly referred to as Hartbees, is a picturesque town situated in the North West Province of South Africa. Renowned for its scenic dam and natural beauty, this region possesses a rich history that extends…

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Winelands Light Railway: Lovely Idea, But Don’t Plan Your Trip Around It

13 October, 2026 Adventure Parks and Family Activities Experiences & Activities

What The Gravel advisory for travellers A miniature railway in the Cape Winelands sounds like an easy win for a road trip. The Winelands Light Railway, a small steam and electric park near Stellenbosch, opened…

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  • 500 Days! – What’s The Goal? 27 October 2026
  • Gravel Road Etiquette in South Africa: Passing, Dust, Livestock and Gates 26 October 2026
  • Campsite Etiquette: What Campers Wish Their Neighbours Knew 26 October 2026
  • Overlanding the Great Debate 22 October 2026
  • Go (Away) Canvas? The 5-Star Craft and 1-Star Service Divide 20 October 2026

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