OverlandingAfrica New Look
The fresh new look at OverlandingAfrica is a great improvement, very bright and interactive and plenty of information.
We will be taking a closer look over the coming days but what do you think?
Overlanding in Africa, then you might what to read about how to carry cash when overlanding
Check out if any Visa changes will affect you!
Or a general post advice on the nuts and bolts of overlanding. Or to see what happens on trips where overland trucks get stuck.
The events and show season is about to kick off so check out our overlanding calendar for events around the world.
Overlanding travel companies have been hit hard by the downturn. We already have had a number of general travel companies going belly up. So if you have not already checked make sure you book with a company that provides financial security.
The recent concerns on fuel surcharges have subsided, but concerns on exchange rates have surfaced. We have already reported on changes by Intrepid and adjustments by Tucan, whilst UK travellers will feel the poor exchange rates as the pound reaches parity with the euro.
Let us know your experience when booking an overland tour.
Overlanding Travel News
No matter whether you are on the coast or high up in the andes you should be slapping on the sun cream. The UV levels have been high of late and are forecast to remain so for the next few months.
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On all Discovery Tours, Adventure Tours and Overland Expeditions departing from 1 June 2009. Tucan Travel place the blame on the currency fluctuations as reported back in January. They have or are making all those affected aware of the price increases either directly or through your travel agent. More details.
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Overlanding Industry News
The fresh new look at OverlandingAfrica is a great improvement, very bright and interactive and plenty of information.
We will be taking a closer look over the coming days but what do you think?
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Kumuka have removed all of their Local payments otherwise known as kitty payments today 25th of May 2009 from their tour prices complying with ACCC legislation in Australia. The changes will mean that Kumuka will no longer have separate tour funds and local payments. More information
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This is a great opportunity to relocate to fascinating and very interesting parts of the world, to gain some fantastic travel experience and have a great adventure.
Applicants MUST:
* Have proven tour leading experience, especially on Trans-Mongolian rail crossing.
* Be able to take initiative to make decisions and work with a broad range of people.
* Be able to commit from June 09 to October 09
* Be able to provide at least two recent relevant references from previous places of employment and by doing so, give their consent for reference verification with these companies
* Be of Russian nationality or possess a Russian visa for multiple border entry and departures
* Be self motivated and enthusiastic
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RabatI’m looking for a good place to camp in Rabat, Morocco. Thinking I’ll be there for several days trying to get visas and would greatly appreciate any advice.
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can anyone give me some imformation or feedback on the company uktooz formerly known as eoe?… im thinking of taking one of their trips….
Click here to Read 1 comment and have your say!Wild Free or Bush Camping
No matter what you call it can be one of the most thrilling experiences when overlanding. Camping in the middle of nowhere and enjoying some of the most amazing sceneries from the front of your tent is a highlight. Or it can be a night you wish to forget! Either way companies will let you know the number of nights they expect to bush camp. Just to clairfy bush camping means no available facilities.
So there are some practical questions which everyone asks and that is to do with toilets and water. Water is not an issue as the trucks carry large water tanks capable of supplying water for cooking and drinking. But the toilet tends to be a small walk away from the camp site and finding an area with a little privacy! and you will need to forgo a shower.
If you happen to be going it alone you can find information on where to free camp at World of Wild camping
Let us know your experiences when bush camping whilst overlanding.
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Nearly all the companies now run family orientated trips around the world. At first glance they appear to be a fantastic idea but how does it work in reality. Are you planning to go on one of these trips, what do you expect out of the trip, and if you have been, did it live up to expectations.
Can you help? Click here to write a commentWhat to expect food wise in Africa
We have had some emails regarding the quality of food you get on overlanding trips and in particular when travelling in Africa. Now we all know the variety of foods varies between countries, but some people are surprised by the lack of meat and other food they take for granted back home.
African Trails for example provided us with some insight into what people should expect when travelling saying you should expect vegetarian meals “but mainly in Malawi and Zambia where the meat was not that good in quality and or value. ”
So what has been your experiences with food when overlanding?
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