Things to Pack for a Road Trip in Tanzania
Embarking on a road trip through Tanzania is one of the best ways to experience the country’s breathtaking landscapes, diverse wildlife, and vibrant cultures...
How to enjoy a week (or two) in Pretoria, South Africa
Pretoria – nicknamed the ‘Jacaranda city’ for the thousands of Jacaranda trees that line the streets of the city – is not often considered one...
Checklist for Your Next Self Drive Car Rental in Uganda
Renting a car in Uganda can surely be a lifesaver adding convenience, safety and reliance to the traveler’s expedition. There are some credentials a...
What to Pack for Gorilla Trekking
Packing for gorilla trekking is one of the trickiest parts of planning an expedition into Uganda, Rwanda and DR Congo. It is worth mentioning...
Southern Zambia: Victoria Falls, Lake Kariba and the Zambezi
After crossing the Kazungula border from Botswana, Maggie and the team headed for southern Zambia. We visited three places: Victoria Falls, Lake Kariba and...
Top 5 Accessories to Bring on an Overland Journey
On an overland journey, it may be tempting to overload your vehicle with tons of expensive equipment and gear.
To ensure you don’t go overboard,...
Border Crossings: South Africa to Swaziland (and back)
Some call Swaziland ‘hassle-free Africa’, and that’s exactly what we experienced crossing the border into the country from South Africa. Minimal paperwork and no...
The road to the Angolan Border
There are a few border entries to Angola that you can do if you are lucky enough to obtain a visa:
1. Ferry from Pointe...
Congo Brazzaville – Lefini Reserve
Lefini Reserve
After driving through Gambona then Ngo the villages started to become more frequent and we had seen on the map that there was...
Essential Questions to Ask Before Renting a Car in Kenya
First of all, at no point in time should you feel rushed to ask any question when you’re at the rental agency counter. It...














