Special Safari Adventure in the Overland Truck

Early in the morning, we leave the bustling metropolis of Johannesburg and head towards the vastness of the South African landscape in the Overland Truck. Initially, we travel on paved roads to the Botswana border at Martins Drift. After crossing the border into Botswana, the first off-road adventure of this adventure trip begins. Depending on the weather, we may encounter the first muddy and puddly gravel roads. In the midst of African nature, we set up our first campsite, where the night will bring us anticipation and the sounds of the wilderness.

A long travel day on our adventure journey through the central regions of Botswana lies ahead of us. In addition to long asphalt sections, we can expect passages with bumpy washboard tracks and loose sand, through which our truck easily makes its way. The gate to the Okavango Delta Maun greets us with safari flair and the feeling of being very close to the largest inland delta. Here begins the true African adventure.

In the morning, we head back into the Okavango Delta with a mokoro (the traditional boats that are hollowed-out tree trunks) before leaving the delta behind and heading towards Nata. The route takes us through remote African villages, (which showcase the culture of rural life in Africa) and wide savannahs. In Nata, we reach the famous and fascinating Makgadikgadi salt pans. The sunset there is a moment for eternity, as the image remains forever in memory.

We are now crossing the border into Zimbabwe and the landscape is increasingly noticeably changing. Shortly thereafter, we reach the thundering Victoria Falls, which are among the largest waterfalls in the world. The spray mist (which can rise as a cloud hundreds of meters into the air and be visible from afar), the roar of the water, and the colors of the rainbow make this place one of the most magnificent natural wonders of the Earth.

We continue our Africa adventure journey and leave Victoria Falls heading towards Hwange National Park in the interior of Zimbabwe. The last kilometers take us again over rough dirt roads to our accommodation or camp for today. An afternoon safari tour brings us close encounters with Africa's great wildlife. Dust, sun, and excitement characterize this safari day.

The route of our safari adventure takes us to the south of Zimbabwe. Upon arriving in Bulawayo, you can explore the city or optionally take a tour to the over 2 billion-year-old granite rock formations of Matobo Hills. Between the rocks and legends, we experience the spirituality of the African country. The sunset over the granite peaks is dreamlike and indescribable.

The whole day belongs to the last safari of this adventurous trip to Africa. Early in the morning and in the afternoon, we go on a game drive, and with a bit of luck, we encounter all of the Big Five. Every bend brings new animal encounters. Africa reveals itself to us here once again in all its diversity.