Issue 6 (April 2021)

Adventure Afrika

4x4 | Camping | Lifestyle

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Editor-In-Chief: Mary Willemse Publisher: Anton Willemse Snr Head of Content: Justin Jacobs Head of Design: Simone Anderson Journalist: Lizaan Snyman Editorial coordinator: Anton Willemse Jnr Sales: Anton Willemse Snr Contributors: Bernie Williams Jo
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Welcome
Website: www.4x4afrika.com Instagram: @avontuuradventure_afrika Facebook: @AdventureAvontuurAfrika Youtube: Adventure Afrika Email: info@4x4afrika.com JRR Tolkien transported so many people to new and exciting places in his creative works, and we aim
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Over to YOU!
What would you choose and why? The team at Adventure Afrika highly rates the views and opinions of its readers and community and want you to use this platform to share your thoughts and opinions on the industry. Become the fan of the month and stand
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Making Headlines
Similar to the battle between the Toyota Hilux and Ford Ranger, the brands compete head-on in the SUV segment with the Fortuner and Everest respectively. Ford has now extended its Everest offering with the introduction of the new Everest Sport. This
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We Can Hartdly Wait!
So, how did this Grenadier adventure start? The story goes that a couple of years back, Ineos boss and billionaire, Jim Ratcliffe and a couple of his mates were having a pint in a pub in London called the Grenadier. Deep in the discussion, they reali
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Let The Battle Commence
Ford South Africa, along with Neil Woolridge Motorsport (NWM), recently showcased their latest entry, an all-new Ranger. Set to compete in the premier Production Vehicle category of the South African Cross Country Series (SACCS), the highly-anticipat
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Gear & Gadgets
We've all seen the videos on social media where recoveries go very wrong due to the incorrect ropes and straps, making this an important accessory to pack whenever venturing out into the bundus or onto a 4x4 trail. The Australian-based company, Tough
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For The Adventurous Moms
With Mother's Day around the corner, we scouted some cool outdoor gift ideas for the moms who are up for any adventure. Style It: Who said camping can’t be fashionable? Old Khaki offers a wide range of stylish wardrobe choices, ranging from light-wei
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Fishing And Fortuners
It has been said that fishermen are the world’s best story tellers but they often opt to not spoil a good story with facts. Now, when we read about some magnificent tigerfish being tamed at the Makuya Game Reserve, north of the Kruger we took the sam
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About the Reserve
Highlights: Spectacular location and views Activities: Game viewing | Guided river walks | Game drives | Fishing | Birding | 4x4 Trails Facilities: Tented camps (with communal braai and kitchen facilities) | Log cabin suites (with their own kitchen a
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Some travel Compositions
We tested the Lithium444 Power Pack from Flexopower, which turned out to be a lifesaver during the trip. Due to the fact that we did not have a kitted-out vehicle, rigged for an off-road trailer to hook up to, our biggest worry was power. We had two
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Behind the Wheel
I was thrilled to hear we would be taking the upgraded Toyota Fortuner – offering a decent 150kW and 500Nm of torque, thanks to the new 2.8-liter GD-6 engine first introduced in the Hilux – to the bush for a few days. As we were wild camping, we chat
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Experience ZAMBIA - an ADVENTURER’S dream
One of my favourite things about travelling is the great friends I have made along the way. These are people who have showed me places that I would otherwise never have been able to discover on my own. I also gained invaluable insight into how many e
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Travel Guide
Indalu, the Xhosa word that loosely translates to 'nature', is approximately 30km from Mossel Bay and just 2km off the N2 towards Cape Town. It is set between the roaming hills and valleys and has been created as a sanctuary for many rescued gentle g
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Small Car, Big Adventures
When you think about any adventure travel magazine, you would be forgiven to think it's only those extreme trips requiring a big 4x4 that would make the cut. However, we believe that the only person that can and should define your adventure is you –
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The Devil Is In The Details
As the sun rose over the horizon, beams of sunlight streamed into my bedroom on a cool August morning, six months into the national lockdown. For the first time in a very long time, I woke up feeling as excited as a kid on Christmas morning. Today ma
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Travel Guide
Situated right on the famous Sani Pass, bordering the World Heritage Site and only 16km from the Lesotho border post, you will find the popular Sani Lodge. A peaceful country haven and responsible tourism destination with a laid back atmosphere, visi
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Lekker old Lesotho
Having lived in Bloemfontein for close to four decades, I had the privilege of getting to know Lesotho extremely well. I have seen the progress and development over the years, which admittedly is a good thing, but it does mean that some of the Mounta
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A First-time Perspective
Having grown up spending weekends on his family farm nurtured Stephen Mogapi's love for the rough outdoor lifestyle from a young age. "I simply love the fun and freedom offered by the great outdoors," he said, adding that he always preferred adventur
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Bag The Big One
First off, you need to research and decide on a destination. There are numerous water bodies in Southern Africa where tigerfish are found. The most popular sites include the upper and lower Zambezi River, Lake Cahora Bassa, and Lake Kariba. For South
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Fit For Adventure - Out Top Ten Must-haves
New tyres are definitely your first stop when going on your adventure. Most SUV and bakkies come standard with tyres that are more suitable to road conditions and not really up to taking on serious gravel roads. A decent set of tyres will allow you t
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Take On Your Adventures In Comfort
With over 30 years of experience in the build and design of trailers and caravans, Conqueror is one of the oldest off-road trailer and caravan manufacturers in the country. Conqueror originally manufactured trailers for military use but later expande
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We Want Some Arctic Trucks
Founded at the end of the 1980's in Iceland, the Arctic Truck is a four-wheel drive vehicle that has been reengineered to accommodate larger tyres. Demand was driven by the very challenging terrain such as rocky tracks, snow, sand and rivers. The req
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A User’s Perspective
Towing the Comfort Recce was fairly comfortbable and although I was able to feel the weight behind the Fortuner a couple of times, it didn’t impact my driving style as much as I thought it would. With both water tanks and two jerry cans filled, as we
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The Prime Alfred Journey Continues
As the Langkloof opens up into the Keurbooms River valley, you will pass several points of interest before crossing the Keurbooms River over a low level concrete causeway. The road passes through rugged and spectacular scenery. You will pass a rock f
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Camp - Therapy For The Soul
Sometimes you feel like going camping, but you are not up for a long drive to reach your destination. Fortunately for us, the beautiful Nona Rosa Bush Camp is only 20km from our house in Heidelberg in the Southern Cape, making it an ideal mid-week ge
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Good, Clean & Fresh Tra La La!
One of the reasons it took me so long to embrace the outdoor and camping lifestyle related to the fact that the only squat I feel comfortable with, are those done in a gym. I am by no means a "glamper", but the whole boys to the left, girls to the ri
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Mitsubishi Pajero Sport improved
In a segment filled with giants such as the Toyota Fortuner and Ford Everest, smaller manufacturers tend to struggle when trying to get their contenders noticed. Mitsubishi has enjoyed loyal support within the SUV market, but has been somewhat quiet
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Power And Comfort Re-defined
The Amarok range, launched in South Africa in 2010, has sold over 37 000 units. In the early days, Volkswagen only offered the Amarok with a choice of petrol and diesel 2.0-litre engines. In contrast, the competition – in the form of the Ford Ranger,
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My Ride & I
Send yours to us at: info@4x4afrika.com “Stofgevreet, our Landy, has been a passion project and together with my brother we have rebuilt this vehicle into what it is today. We avoid tar roads as far as possible and love exploring small towns to learn
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Fortuner Favour
We are blessed to work outdoors and through the careers we chose, we have seen some of the most beautiful parts of the world. Our hearts remains in Africa, though and we love exploring our continent at every available opportunity,” said Richard. One
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Win with Adventure Afrika & Tentco
The most tranquil time around camp is as the sun sets and you sit on your favourite chair with a chilled G&T, listening to the night life welcoming dusk. Said chair can make or break the moment. So, why not enter your ride to feature in our Four-Whee

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