Camping

Young couple camping in Namibia on a self-drive holiday.

The Best Camping in Namibia: 6 Incredible Campsites and Self-Drive Routes

From towering red dunes and wildlife-rich national parks to remote rivers and dramatic desert landscapes, camping in Namibia is easily one of Africa’s most unforgettable...

2 September 2026
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Wildflowers on the West Coast.

West Coast Wildflower Guide for Spring 2026

SEASON UPDATE (July 2026): Early Blooms Arrive at Namaqua National Park! The 2026 Wildflower Season has officially begun! According to SANParks, early winter rains and...

31 July 2026
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A Land Cruiser drives through sand in Africa.

The Best Overlanders You Should be Following

Looking for some first-hand inspiration for your dream African off-road adventure? South Africans love overlanding, so it’s no surprise that social media is full of...

25 October 2024
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A dark skinned man in a car in South Africa.

What Type of Car Do I Need in South Africa?

So, you’ve decided to take the self-drive option in South Africa for your next holiday. Congratulations, you’ve got the trip of a lifetime ahead of...

18 October 2024
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A woman stands in a field of grass.

SANParks Declares “Year of Conservation” With Vision 2040 Strategy

South African National Parks (SANParks) has unveiled its Vision 2040 strategy, aiming to “reimagine the role of conservation as a catalyst of redress, economic advancement,...

7 October 2024
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A beach in Namaqua National Park.

Best Beach Camps in South Africa

South Africa is blessed with thousands of kilometres of pristine coastline, including some of the finest beaches in Africa. Some, like Cape Town’s Clifton and...

16 September 2024
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A road through the Drakensberg mountains.

What to Expect on a Self-Drive Drakensberg Adventure

The Drakensberg is the ceiling of southern Africa. The mighty range’s tallest peak, Thabana Ntlenyana, towers 3,482 metres above sea level, forming the pinnacle of...

14 August 2024
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A dirt road in Botswana.

6 Outstanding Botswana Campsites to Visit in 2024

Botswana is a warmhearted and welcoming country in the centre of southern Africa. Thanks to its diverse and pristine landscapes, it offers exceptional camping and...

3 July 2024
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The Suzuki Jimny 5 door 4x4 with roof top tent and awning open.

5 South African Campsites to Visit in a Suzuki Jimny 5 Door 4x4 Camper

The hype around the Suzuki Jimny is real. This boxy, compact 4×4 has taken South Africa by storm, swapping city streets for gravel trails at...

28 June 2024
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