Madisa Campground
Madisa Campground, Namibia Located near the town of Uis, Madisa Campground is the perfect place to stop on route to Twyfelfontein (18km away). There you will find some incredible attractions including Burnt Mountain, the Organ Pipes, the Petrified Forest, and Indigenous rock art. This charming campsite quickly captured our hearts with its rustic feel, private […]
Camping in Etosha National Park
Etosha National Park is one of the best game-viewing parks in Namibia. Covering over 22,000 square kilometres, it’s worth booking at least three nights to explore the different areas. While there, we stayed at Okaukuejo, Halali, and Namutoni campsites. Each morning, we’d pack up and slowly drive to the next campsite, scanning the terrain for […]
Mile 108 Campground, Skeleton Coast
Skeleton Coast National Park, Namibia Namibia’s Skeleton Coast is home to over a thousand shipwrecks. I imagined driving along the coast with beaches cluttered with ruins, but the area we were in had only a few remnants. We later learned that the Skeleton Coast is one of Namibia’s largest National Parks, spanning 500km of […]
Kayaking with Seals: A Day Trip to Walvis Bay
Walvis Bay, a small community about 35 minutes from Swakopmund, Namibia is known for its Cape fur seal tours. Being animal lovers, we couldn’t miss a chance to kayak with them. Our small group tour took us to Pelican Point, home to the seal colony. The drive there was scenic, passing hundreds of flamingos, salt […]
Landsberg Farm Campground
Landsberg Farm, Namibia This family-run campground, located off the beaten path, became one of our favourite stops. Reaching it required a long stretch of off-roading, but it was worth every bump. Tip: The last 25km to the farm was rough terrain full of potholes and heavy bush areas—four-wheel drive and reduced tire pressure recommended. With […]
Fish River Canyon Campgrounds
Fish River Canyon National Park, Namibia Fish River Canyon, the largest canyon in Africa, is one of Namibia’s most popular tourist attractions. Spend time driving along the viewpoints, each offering a unique perspective of the immense canyon and small river winding through the valley. For those wanting to get up close, several hiking tours are […]
Camping in Namaqua National Park
Namaqua National Park, South Africa Namaqua National Park is known for its incredible wildflowers, Cape fur seal colony, and remote oceanfront campsites. During spring (August and September), the grasslands transform into vibrant colours as several wildflowers bloom. It’s a sight worth seeing if you’re in the area at this time. Stop and See the Seals […]
Camping Across Southern Africa: A Rundown of Our Safari Campsites
Over our 51-day self-drive safari through South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, and Zambia, we camped at more than 30 sites, each offering charm, quirks, and surprises. With our camper truck from South Africa 4×4 and two rooftop tents, we were well-equipped for life on the road. One of the things we enjoyed most was the element […]
Navigating Border Crossings in Southern Africa: A Guide for Overlanders
Crossing borders in Southern Africa can be an adventure of its own—sometimes smooth, often confusing, occasionally funny, but always memorable. Over our 51-day overland safari through South Africa, Namibia, Zambia, and Botswana, we crossed several borders with our rental truck, two kids, and loads of gear. We never quite knew what to expect, and border […]
The Smoke That Thunders – A Trip to Victoria Falls
It’s no surprise that people flock to Livingstone, Zambia, to see Victoria Falls. Known locally as Mosi-oa-Tunya — “The Smoke That Thunders” — this natural wonder on the Zambezi River is one of the largest waterfalls in the world, both in width and volume. The roar is deafening, the spray is relentless, and the beauty […]
