Overlanding truck in South Africa and beyond with Hambana Lifestyle Lodge
Several truck overlanding South Africa and beyond camping trips
Truck overlanding in South Africa and beyond is one big adventure. We go where others do not go. We know where you need to be. With a big truck what holds 24 persons + driver, tour leader and cook, your adventure cannot go wrong. Are you looking for an adventure of a lifetime? Overlanding in africa you will never forget. A must do at least once in your life.
What is the meaning of truck overlanding in South Africa and beyond? And why would you do it.
Yearly, quit some overland trucks are making journeys across Africa and in and around South Africa. It became one of the most popular and well-established overland destinations in the world.
Our Overland Safaris experiences, we use a custom-built 24-seater overland truck. Who can carry 20 travelers plus the crew. And can hold all the equipment needed for camping and cooking on a trip of up to three months. By using these rugged vehicles, which can travel long distances over rough terrain, costs are considerably cheaper than a luxury safari that make use of flights and expensive luxury lodges. Truck overlanding South Africa and beyond is the way to go for a lifetime adventure.
Why would you do overlanding in a truck and go camping in or starting in South Africa?
The wildlife experiences you will have in the game parks and reserves are not that different than the ones you would have on a luxury safari. Probably better than with lots of pairs of eyes peeled for a glimpse of an elusive leopard or a camouflaged African wild dog. You may have a much better rewarding wildlife experience from the back of an overland truck than on a smaller safari vehicle. Therefore Truck overlanding South Africa and beyond.
Then there is of course the added excitement of sleeping under the African sky. With roaring of a lion in the distance. The beauty is that you can share all these amazing experiences with like-minded travelers. Many of whom will become and leave you as your best friends.
Overlanding in a truck is so much more fun in Africa.
Camping under the stars, cooking and washing up together, hiking, diving, abseiling, white-water rafting, and sharing a nice cold beer maybe ten. It may not be a luxury holiday, but it’s undoubtedly much more fun. Truck overlanding South Africa and beyond that’s the way to do it.
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Is overlanding in a truck, in Africa something for me?
If you’re active and an adventurous traveler, who’d rather spend a night camping in the African bush than spend your time in a luxury boutique hotel. Then overlanding is probably the adventure holiday for you. This is really magical and amazing journeys. You will experience Africa to the max. It’s perfect for people travelling as a group of friends, a couple, or just by yourselves. Mostly activities are done as a group, and chores are shared. So, everyone works and is active together. And everyone will have the best experience what money can buy.
If you’re a first-time Africa overlanding traveler.
As a first-time Africa traveler, joining a truck overland camping tour will give you that sense of adventure. The professional overlanding truck crew and the companionship of the group mean your back is always covered. If you’re looking for a African trip that goes beyond a one of many holiday and gives you the opportunity to make a lot of new friends and see a lot of new places in a relatively short time, then overlanding is just for you! Truck overlanding South Africa and beyond.
How would a overlanding group in South Africa be like?
Overland adventure camping safaris can be for anybody with the right mindset. It goes for the young and the young at heart. The average age will be 25–45 years. But of-course all ages are more then welcome to join a overlanding tour.
Because of the nature of overlanding trips in South Africa, You will need to have a reasonable level of fitness, enjoy camping, and have a good sense of adventure.
Overland truck camping trips in Africa attract a varied mix of solo travellers, couples, and groups of friends from all over the world. The group size is depending upon the season or time of the year and the overland expedition itself. The maximum group size is 20 travellers. So, there will be plenty of opportunities to make new and special friends!
Overland Safaris are quit active, so you need to be fit and healthy with a good sense of adventure to fully enjoy the trip.
Do not forget while on overland truck adventures in Africa
You will be required to put up & take down your own tent each day and help out with cooking & cleaning duties. On the way you will get to experience long and often bumpy road while traveling. Keep in mind you need to be able to climb the ladder steps to get on & off the overland trucks.
Passengers over 65 years are required to have a medical certificate before a booking can be confirmed.
What does camping overlanding in a truck in Africa mean?
An overland truck is completely self-sufficient, carrying everything you could possibly need for your African overlanding truck adventure. The overlanding truck contains a fully equipped kitchen (food, cutlery, pots and pans and a gas stove). Material and supplies for cleaning, washing up and helping the crew to shop for groceries and prepare food are shared amongst all travellers. So be prepared to roll up your sleeves and jump in.
What about some relaxing while you are on an overlanding camping truck safari in South Africa or Southern Africa
Of course, you will have plenty of free time to relax and enjoy the African landscape. Do some sightseeing or wildlife spotting. There are sightseeing activities and game drives included in our itineraries. Together with plenty of free time for you to spend at leisure. In a few destinations you will be able to dine at a local restaurants as well, to give us all a well-deserved night off cooking!
Camping overland truck adventure in (South) Africa
On these kind of trips are used two-person dome tents with mosquito nets at the door and windows. A sewn-in ground sheet, and a separate flysheet, which you share with a fellow traveller (unless you paid a single person supplement). If you’re not used to camping, no stress. All dome tents are very easy to put up. And for sure the crew will give you a demonstration. Mattresses are provided, but you need to bring your own sleeping bag and maybe small pillow to your convenance
All the tents have a rain cover that is designed to aid the flow of rainwater from the tent sides to the ground. These are pretty good effective. Please keep in mind that camping in the rain, you can sometimes expect a little dampness and an occasional leak. But do not worry the tents are maintained every trip to avoid leaks. We even bring a few spare tents to swap if any tent might be damaged.
Where do we camp during your overlanding truck camping trip in Africa
We camp in set campsites along our routes that specifically cater to overland truck travellers. Bear in mind some of the campsites in Africa can be basic and have a great rustic “under African skies” feeling.
Campsites in Southern Africa generally quite decent and good facilities. Almost all campsites have washing facilities. Most of them have electricity points to charge your phone and cameras.
Some nights we go bush camping. This means you are camping without ablution facilities and not at a built-up campsite. You will camp out under the African skies. And surrounded by the African sounds makes this more than worthwhile.
The overlanding truck
The overlanding truck is custom-built. It is converted so that the truck that has seating space for all our travelers and enough storage space for luggage and all the equipment what is needed. The seating area is raised, providing a great advantage for game viewing and photography. All seats are cushioned, and around you is storage space for personal items and daypacks in your seating area.
Where does your stuff go in an overlanding truck?
Overlanding truck storage sections are separated from the seating area and are located underneath the main passenger compartment. There is a specific kitchen area with slide-out tables for food preparation, all the cutlery, crockery, cooled storage, and supplies. While there is a separate area for storing chairs, tents, and other equipment. The main luggage storage is located toward the back of the overlanding truck.
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Let’s hit the road!
We are ready to go truck overlanding South Africa and beyond. Are you ready for your ultimate African camping adventure?
INCLUDED IN YOUR TRUCK OVERLANDING TRIP
Included
- A full crew. With driver, tour leader and cook. we got you covered. The crew has a lot of experience with traveling, guiding, wildlife and nature. Even the cook is well knowledgeable beside being an amazing cook.
- All breakfast and diners while camping. Depending of the trip you choose, sometimes we stay at or on a property from a lodge with a restaurant. Meals staying there are for your own account. Your itinerary will show.
- Transportation in a 24-seater overland truck with camping and cooking equipment
- Diesel, road taxes, toll fees
- Dome tent with sleeping mattress
EXCLUDED IN YOUR TRUCK OVERLANDING TRIP
Excluded
- International flights and visas
- Sleeping bag – please bring your own
- Airport transfers (can be arranged with an additional fee)
- Tipping – an entirely personal gesture
- Optional activities (not listed in the itinerary)
- Conservation fees (entrance)
WHAT TO BRING ON YOUR OVERLANDING TRIP
What to bring
- Sleeping bag and maybe a small pillow for your convenience
Included
- A full crew. With driver, tour leader and cook. we got you covered. The crew has a lot of experience with traveling, guiding, wildlife and nature. Even the cook is well knowledgeable beside being an amazing cook.
- All breakfast and diners while camping. Depending of the trip you choose, sometimes we stay at or on a property from a lodge with a restaurant. Meals staying there are for your own account. Your itinerary will show.
- Transportation in a 24-seater overland truck with camping and cooking equipment
- Diesel, road taxes, toll fees
- Dome tent with sleeping mattress
Excluded
- International flights and visas
- Sleeping bag – please bring your own
- Airport transfers (can be arranged with an additional fee)
- Tipping – an entirely personal gesture
- Optional activities (not listed in the itinerary)
- Conservation fees (entrance)
What to bring
- Sleeping bag and maybe a small pillow for your convenience
Why you should book with us!
SECURE YOUR SPOT
Truck overlanding south Africa. Secure your spot
You can reserve your spot on any of our overlanding group camping tours for up to 5 working days before paying a deposit.
SAFER TOURING PROTOCOLS
Truck overlanding south Africa. Safety protocols
Health and safety protocols have been reviewed in all destinations, and increased hygiene policies are being implemented locally in accordance with national regulations and recommendations from the World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC) Safe Travel Protocols for tour operators.
GUARANTEED DEPARTURES
Truck overlanding south Africa. Guaranteed Departures
We guarantee all departures once there are eight passengers booked on tour. This means you can book your flights early and rest assured that your trip will go ahead as planned. Terms and conditions apply.
RESPONSIBLE RETURN TO TRAVEL
Truck overlanding south Africa. Responsible travel
Committed to ensuring a safe and responsible return to travel, we follow the WTTC’s Safe Travel Protocols and adhere to all local laws and advice.
OUR OVERLANDING CREW MAKE ALL THE DIFFERENCE
Truck overlanding south Africa. The crew makes the difference
We know you want to experience a country the way it really is, with people who live there and know it inside out. Our carefully sought out English-speaking tour leaders and local guides are passionate about sharing their country and we believe that they are amongst the best in the business.
DESTINATION EXPERTS AND EXPERIENCE
Truck overlanding south Africa. Africa experts
An experienced team of travel experts, celebrating 25 years onwards adventure tours and tailor-made African holidays. Our whole team have travelled extensively and know our destinations inside out.
SAFE AND SECURE PAYMENTS
Truck overlanding south Africa. Safe and secure payments
All payments are securely processed by digital payment solutions for security and peace of mind. No payment details are held by Hambana protecting you and your details. Together with your required booking we will send you a payment link so you can pay with debit or credit card.
SOLD GLOBALLY, RUN LOCALLY – FUNDS STAY IN COUNTRY
Truck overlanding south Africa. Supporting the locals
Supporting local businesses, people and charities in the countries you visit, travelling with local guides, dining in local eateries and staying in locally owned hotels wherever possible.
Truck overlanding south Africa. Secure your spot
You can reserve your spot on any of our overlanding group camping tours for up to 5 working days before paying a deposit.
Truck overlanding south Africa. Safety protocols
Health and safety protocols have been reviewed in all destinations, and increased hygiene policies are being implemented locally in accordance with national regulations and recommendations from the World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC) Safe Travel Protocols for tour operators.
Truck overlanding south Africa. Guaranteed Departures
We guarantee all departures once there are eight passengers booked on tour. This means you can book your flights early and rest assured that your trip will go ahead as planned. Terms and conditions apply.
Truck overlanding south Africa. Responsible travel
Committed to ensuring a safe and responsible return to travel, we follow the WTTC’s Safe Travel Protocols and adhere to all local laws and advice.
Truck overlanding south Africa. The crew makes the difference
We know you want to experience a country the way it really is, with people who live there and know it inside out. Our carefully sought out English-speaking tour leaders and local guides are passionate about sharing their country and we believe that they are amongst the best in the business.
Truck overlanding south Africa. Africa experts
An experienced team of travel experts, celebrating 25 years onwards adventure tours and tailor-made African holidays. Our whole team have travelled extensively and know our destinations inside out.
Truck overlanding south Africa. Safe and secure payments
All payments are securely processed by digital payment solutions for security and peace of mind. No payment details are held by Hambana protecting you and your details. Together with your required booking we will send you a payment link so you can pay with debit or credit card.
Truck overlanding south Africa. Supporting the locals
Supporting local businesses, people and charities in the countries you visit, travelling with local guides, dining in local eateries and staying in locally owned hotels wherever possible.
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