A starter guide to 4×4 clubs and associations in Southern Africa Buying a 4×4 is the easy part. Learning to drive it properly, recover it safely and find the good trails is where most people get stuck. The fastest shortcut is a club. Members bring decades of pooled experience, many…
Continue Reading....Roadtripping the Overberg: Wheat, Water and Wide Open Roads
Less than two hours from Cape Town, the Overberg trades traffic for rolling wheat fields, blue-grey mountains and roads that seem to have all the time in the world. There is a moment on the road between Villiersdorp and Caledon when the landscape simply opens up. The hills roll out…
Continue Reading....The Fine Print That Follows You Over the Border: Renting a 4×4 for Cross-Border Travel
You’ve found the perfect vehicle: a double-cab with a roof tent, a second spare, a fridge, and a recovery kit. The daily rate looks great, and you’re already picturing the Kalahari at sunrise. Then, at the rental desk, a few small lines get added to the contract. A letter fee.…
Continue Reading....The Garden Route Village That Said No to Streetlights, Malls and Hotels
Drive the Garden Route and you’ll pass plenty of towns that have embraced the crowds: boutique hotels, shopping centres, restaurant strips and holiday traffic that swells every December. Then there’s Nature’s Valley, tucked into the forest between Plettenberg Bay and the Tsitsikamma, which looked at all of that and quietly…
Continue Reading....The 5 Best Horse Riding Trails in the Western Cape
From empty Atlantic beaches to vineyard-lined valleys and fynbos-covered hills, the Western Cape offers some of the most varied riding country in South Africa. Whether you are a first-timer wanting a gentle hour in the saddle or an experienced rider after a long, scenic canter, here are five trails worth…
Continue Reading....Going Off Grid: Reconnecting with Our Roots
In today’s fast-paced world, many people feel the pressure of technology and its relentless pace. Going off grid is a way to escape that hustle and reconnect with simpler living. This lifestyle not only reduces your dependence on modern conveniences but also encourages a more sustainable and fulfilling way of…
Continue Reading....Discover the Joy of Bird Watching: Turning a Hobby into a Passion
Bird watching is a relaxing and rewarding hobby that connects you with nature. Whether you live in the city or the countryside, observing birds can bring peace and excitement to your daily life. Why Bird Watching? Bird watching encourages you to spend time outdoors, which is great for your mental…
Continue Reading....5 Reasons Renting a 4×4 Safari Vehicle in Cape Town Makes Perfect Sense
For international visitors planning an overland safari Most first-time visitors think of Cape Town as a city break: Table Mountain, the winelands, a drive down the Peninsula. Look at it on a map and you see something else. It is the southern end of one of the world’s great overland…
Continue Reading....Experience Authentic Bushveld Camping at Drie Berge Caravan Park
Nestled in the countryside of Brits, Drie Berge Caravan Park offers campers and caravanners an opportunity to escape the noise of everyday life and immerse themselves in the tranquility of nature. Known for its bushveld setting and outdoor atmosphere, the park has become a popular destination for those seeking a…
Continue Reading....If You Can Camp With It, Tow It, Or Pack It, GoCanvas Can Cover It
Every overlander knows the feeling: the zip that gives up on day three of a trip, the tent that lets the dust in, the bag that was never quite the right size for the gear. Off the tar, equipment takes a beating. GoCanvas, based at 11 Jones Street in Cape…
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