OVERLAND TRAVEL

George van Deventer of Trans Africa Self Drive Adventures and Tours believes that the journey stress-free and easy too.

Overlanding involves adventures to remote places

Know your gear

to make sure your solar panels can restore (put back) triple charging system.

Overlanding rookies tend to pack too much or carry unnecessary equipment. Arrange your equipment so that

likely not going to use it. It’s important to keep your vehicle

must be on a metal plate. Some countries also require that

Your vehicle

spares along. These include: • Fanbelts • • • Shovel • Pulley tensioner • Wheel bearings necessary.

Paperwork and documentation

Vehicle documents: to take the vehicle across the border.

together. Make one hundred percent sure that all numbers on the Passports: hand.

Visas: Make sure your passport is stamped and that it indicates the correct

usually very strict about this.

Health checks

Covid-19 protocol: per test). as the one used to treat it. Talk to your doctor about the best a malaria area: • • released into the bloodstream) • Headache • may occur.

they are usually quite happy to do it.

value and serial numbers. Keep the list ready and Bribery: to pay marginal costs. There are many stories about people being

In the next issue, George will focus on equipment that will make your overlanding travel experience easier and more enjoyable, as well as tips and advice for your trip after you leave the border. – Ed