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Time travel in your tent
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Time travel in your tent

Unwind at a cosy campsite on the banks of the Klip River, a mere stone’s throw from the point where three provinces meet. Then explore the rich history and stunning landscapes of this region

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5 mins  |
June/July 2023
Find peace in the Overberg
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Find peace in the Overberg

Two new campsites have been established on either side of Stanford, offering a peaceful retreat in nature where you can recharge your batteries

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10 mins  |
June/July 2023
Growing pains
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Growing pains

It sometimes takes perseverance to camp, especially if it is your first time and the weather gods don't play along, says Helena Hattingh.

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5 mins  |
April/May 2023
How nice is nice?
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How nice is nice?

How relevant is a star grading system? Neels van Heerden wonders whether it still considers consumer needs at all.

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2 mins  |
April/May 2023
Best of the best?
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Best of the best?

Is the Toyota Land Cruiser 70 series the best overlanding and off-road touring vehicle? Mic van Zyl weighs in on the question.

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3 mins  |
April/May 2023
Game of drones
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Game of drones

Off-roading and action photos go together like a beer and a braai - and what better than a drone to capture the perfect shot? Especially because it allows you to shoot the scene from above. Take note, though: there are strict regulations regarding the use of a drone.

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5 mins  |
April/May 2023
Tonga steps up a gear
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Tonga steps up a gear

The Tonga has had a revamp and now boasts the kind of kitchen we've not seen before.

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5 mins  |
April/May 2023
N is for next level
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N is for next level

The new Mahindra Scorpio is here, now with an N added to its name. We took it for a drive through the Great Karoo to get a feel for it.

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5 mins  |
April/May 2023
Destination unknown...till the next campsite
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Destination unknown...till the next campsite

Coming from Brazil, these Randburg residents find camping with a caravan to be a completely new adventure. And now the Da Silva family's Ford Everest must keep the wheels turning from one campsite to the next.

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5 mins  |
April/May 2023
Over the hills and far away
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Over the hills and far away

Our route starts in the tiny village of Op-die-Berg in the Koue Bokkeveld.

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4 mins  |
April/May 2023
Calling all water babies!
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Calling all water babies!

There's a game farm in the foothills of the Waterberg mountains with a water playground that will keep your brood busy for days.

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4 mins  |
April/May 2023
Camp among chiefs and cannons
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Camp among chiefs and cannons

People usually shoot through Magoebaskloof on their way to the Kruger and other campsites in the Lowveld Next time, hit the road a day or two early and set up camp on these spots.

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10 mins  |
April/May 2023
Driving along Daisy Lane
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Driving along Daisy Lane

Namaqualand's flower season occurs from July to October - peaking in late August to early September - so you'd better hurry if you want to book a camping spot for this year's spectacle. Join us on a leisurely drive from Kakamas to Nieuwoudtville in search of the perfect floral show.

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10 mins  |
April/May 2023
Canopy upgrade for Wild Accessories
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Canopy upgrade for Wild Accessories

Outdoor equipment manufacturer Wild Accessories is not a company that rests on its laurels.

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1 min  |
April/May 2023
Let's get caravanning!
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Let's get caravanning!

The annual Caravan Show at the Gallagher Conference Centre in Midrand has become almost synonymous with the introduction of new caravans. Have a look at what we encountered there.

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10+ mins  |
April/May 2023
Canopy upgrade for Wild Accessories
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Canopy upgrade for Wild Accessories

Outdoor equipment manufacturer Wild Accessories is not a company that rests on its laurels. In 2021, it revamped its range of bush-ready bakkie canopies, and it has now further strengthened and improved them.

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1 min  |
April/May 2023
Growing pains
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Growing pains

It sometimes takes perseverance to camp, especially if it is your first time and the weather gods don't play along, says Helena Hattingh.

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4 mins  |
April/May 2023
How nice is nice?
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How nice is nice?

How relevant is a star grading system? Neels van Heerden wonders whether it still considers consumer needs at all.

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2 mins  |
April/May 2023
Best of the best?
Go! Camp & Drive

Best of the best?

Is the Toyota Land Cruiser 70 series the best overlanding and off-road touring vehicle? Mic van Zyl weighs in on the question.

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2 mins  |
April/May 2023
How friendly is wheelchair-friendly?
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How friendly is wheelchair-friendly?

He has been in a wheelchair for 35 years - and has been camping in all that time. We asked Jurie Venter from Groblersdal about what works and what doesn't when it comes to wheelchair-friendly campsites.

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5 mins  |
April/May 2023
Tonga steps up a gear
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Tonga steps up a gear

The Tonga has had a revamp and now boasts the kind of kitchen we've not seen before.

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5 mins  |
April/May 2023
N is for next level
Go! Camp & Drive

N is for next level

The new Mahindra Scorpio is here, now with an N added to its name. We took it for a drive through the Great Karoo to get a feel for it.

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5 mins  |
April/May 2023
Destination unknown...till the next campsite
Go! Camp & Drive

Destination unknown...till the next campsite

Coming from Brazil, these Randburg residents find camping with a caravan to be a completely new adventure. And now the Da Silva family's Ford Everest must keep the wheels turning from one campsite to the next.

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5 mins  |
April/May 2023
Over the hills and far away
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Over the hills and far away

Take a trip through the poetic Cederberg, cross two beautiful mountain passes over the pragmatic Skurweberg and end in the artsy Ceres. Karoo.

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4 mins  |
April/May 2023
Calling all water babies!
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Calling all water babies!

There's a game farm in the foothills of the Waterberg mountains with a water playground that will keep your brood busy for days.

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4 mins  |
April/May 2023
Camp among chiefs and cannons
Go! Camp & Drive

Camp among chiefs and cannons

People usually shoot through Magoebaskloof on their way to the Kruger and other campsites in the Lowveld Next time, hit the road a day or two early and set up camp on these spots.

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10 mins  |
April/May 2023
Driving along Daisy Lane
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Driving along Daisy Lane

Namaqualand's flower season occurs from July to October - peaking in late August to early September - so you'd better hurry if you want to book a camping spot for this year's spectacle. Join us on a leisurely drive from Kakamas to Nieuwoudtville in search of the perfect floral show.

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10+ mins  |
April/May 2023
Fanplastic!
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Fanplastic!

Think the era of teardrop caravans is consigned to history? Take a look at the new EdgeOut, and think again.

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4 mins  |
August/September 2022
The wonder years
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The wonder years

The sixties are considered the golden age of the South African motor industry. Here are four giants from that time: one ended, one prevails, and the other two underwent a few chages.

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1 min  |
August/September 2022
Good idea... let's improve on it
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Good idea... let's improve on it

A new campaign to boost tourism in the Free State has so much potential, but Neels van Heerden reckons some amendments can make it even better.

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2 mins  |
August/September 2022