Cape to Cairo, overland trip 2015-2016!
Noel and I are planning Maggie’s 7th trip through southern and east Africa from Nov 2015-2016. Here is a map of the route we...
Hot Air Balloon Safaris in Africa
Drakensberg
There are two main things Drakensberg is known for, for having the highest mountain in South Africa, and for having an inviting natural beauty...
Trending: Abatimbo African Dance
UNESCO is aggressively advocating for its preservation because it is outstanding in many ways and yes, it is worth travelling over thousand miles to watch....
South Africa Self-Drive Safari (From Kruger to Cape)
An unmatched adventure through South Africa's varied landscapes and rich cultural tapestry may be had by taking a self-drive safari from the pristine wilderness...
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...
Why You Should Visit Rwanda in 2022
Rwanda is one of those little gems growing into big ecotourism destination. It is one place a traveler should travel to before he/she dies....
Self Driving in Tanzania
With over 100 private and licensed car hire companies, it is very possible for one to hire a car in Tanzania for self-drive experience...
Border Crossing: South Africa to Lesotho (and back)
Like many overland border crossings in Southern Africa, crossing from South Africa to Lesotho and back again was no problem at all. Minimal hassle, and...
DRC Congo – Medicine Man
While walking through a district of Kinshasa we found a ‘Medicine Man’ that advertised that he had cures for all sorts of ailments as...
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,...














