Blue sky Moz A Journey with Purpose

Day one on the road in Mozambique taught us one thing: We weren’t going anywhere fast.

Between rutted dirt roads, cavernous potholes, and sharing the highway with everything from errant goats to massive trucks, overland travel was an exercise in patience. Our expedition vehicles (leader Carla Geyser’s signature pink Land Rover and a rented Toyota Hilux) were put to the test.

But as we got to know this beautiful land and the people striving to protect it, another truth also became very clear: the journey may be long and difficult, but the destination is absolutely worth the challenge.

More than tourism

This 2 113km, 17-day overland expedition through Mozambique was more than just a chance to see the sights. It was a Journey with Purpose: A trip led by the non-profit Blue Sky Society that harnesses the power of travellers to make a difference.

Our goal was not only to visit Mozambique’s conservation areas, but to help ensure their long-term protection. Our five-women team (made up of ladies from four different countries and ranging in age from 30 to 60) raised R60