Away we go...
May 6, 2017 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 14 °C
After more than a year of planning (and many more saving) we are finally on the road!
We will be in South & East Africa for ~6 months before heading to Madagascar, Reunion, Mauritius and India. ThenRead more
Heathrow
May 7, 2017 in England ⋅ ⛅ 12 °C
Quick (5 hour) stop in London Heathrow Airport. Luckily had 2 United Club passes so were able to enjoy a very nice shower and some champagne before our flight to South Africa.
Johannesburg
May 8, 2017 in South Africa ⋅ ⛅ 17 °C
Sorry for the limited updates. We have been a little busier than we thought, getting everything organized before heading out camping.
Crocodile Bridge
May 11, 2017 in South Africa ⋅ ☀️ 28 °C
Picked up our friend, Cindy, at Jo'burg airport and drove to our first campsite in Kruger. Drive took a little longer than expected and arrived at sunset. Had lots of 'fun' setting up our camp for theRead more
Lower Sabie
May 13, 2017 in South Africa ⋅ ☀️ 16 °C
Moved up north to Lower Sabie camp. Tonight we are in a bungalow since no campsites were available. Since it is raining, we do not mind. Our typical routine is up around 5am, light breakfast and outRead more
Skukuza
May 14, 2017 in South Africa ⋅ ☀️ 22 °C
Next camp. Still raining. Decided to take advantage of an available bungalow and Cindy's generosity to stay indoors for a couple more nights until the rain subsides. We figure there will not be tooRead more
Satara, Kruger Park
May 16, 2017 in South Africa ⋅ ☁️ 20 °C
The warthog has been confirmed as Cindy's favorite animal! She was very excited to have an entire family of warthogs, including a few cute babies, running around our campsite when we got back from anRead more
Balule, Kruger Park
May 18, 2017 in South Africa ⋅ ☁️ 20 °C
With only 10 campsites, this is a much smaller and more rustic site than many of the larger camps we have visited. We stayed here about 7 years ago and it has always been our favorite in Kruger. TheRead more
Phalaborwa
May 20, 2017 in South Africa ⋅ 🌙 25 °C
Last day in Kruger - did not disappoint! If anyone has the opportunity, visit any chance you have. Getting here is a long and expensive proposition from the US -- but once here you can easily rent aRead more
Khama Rhino Sanctury
May 21, 2017 in Botswana ⋅ ⛅ 21 °C
Long 9 hour drive from Phalaborwa to Botswana. Border crossing ok, but driving in Africa is always unpredictable and have to be constantly on the lookout for people and livestock on the road. CrossedRead more
Khama Rhino Sactuary
May 22, 2017 in Botswana ⋅ ⛅ 26 °C
Cold night, but able to get a good sleep. We were looking forward to an easy day, but woke up to find the tire, which we had just fixed the other day, was completely flat!! Found a big piece of wireRead more
Kori camp, Kalahari
May 23, 2017 in Botswana ⋅ ⛅ 19 °C
We do not want to sound repetitive, but another longer than expected drive from Khama to our first camp in the Kalahari. Partly our fault since we didn't follow an important rule when driving in mostRead more
Sunday Pan, Kalahari
May 26, 2017 in Botswana ⋅ ⛅ 32 °C
The camps in the Kalahari are exceptional in that they're all in beautiful, shaded spots with nice views of the bush and they're incredibly private. Each group of camps only has ~4 camps each andRead more
Maun
May 29, 2017 in Botswana ⋅ 🌙 22 °C
Out of the Kalahari! What an amazing, remote place. If you want to experience camping in Africa and feel like you are completely alone, in the middle of nowhere, surrounded by amazing scenery andRead more
Xakanaxa, Moremi National Park
May 30, 2017 in Botswana ⋅ ☀️ 25 °C
Bought some last minute supplies, dropped off the last of the rental gear that we decided we did not need, and left Maun refreshed, organized and ready for Moremi in the Okavango Delta.
The roadRead more
Third Bridge, Moremi National Park
June 4, 2017 in Botswana ⋅ ☀️ 19 °C
Third bridge was just 15km from our previous camp. However, it was going to be the biggest driving challenge so far, with several water crossings to negotiate. We talked to other travelers andRead more
Third Bridge, Moremi National Park
June 5, 2017 in Botswana ⋅ ☀️ 17 °C
Arrived at 3rd Bridge and after all the anxiety about water crossings etc. we decided to go around the water and take a longer, dry route to get here. We have definitely become, for the good, moreRead more
Khwai, Moremi National Park
June 7, 2017 in Botswana ⋅ ☀️ 17 °C
Had another long drive to the top of the park - even though we opted for the "wet route".
Driving only ~70 km took almost 5 hours. Granted, we got lost (i.e. were chicken to cross the big waterRead more
Maun
June 9, 2017 in Botswana ⋅ 🌙 20 °C
Returned to Maun to re-stock, fix the slow-leaking tire, and rest-up before a long slog to Namibia and Etosha National Park. Enjoyed Nandos (a chicken chain) for lunch which was a nice break from ourRead more
Shakawe
June 10, 2017 in Botswana ⋅ ☀️ 22 °C
On our way from Maun, we stopped at Tsodilo Hills - a World Heritage Site (Christy LOVES her UNESCO sites!) – to see some rock paintings and shelters of great cultural significance to the San peopleRead more
Namutomi, Etosha National Park, Namibia
June 11, 2017 in Namibia ⋅ ☀️ 22 °C
Crossed into Namibia from Botswana, committing our first rookie mistake for today. Border crossing seemed easy, but we somehow managed to be just short on the road tax fee required for driving inRead more
Halili, Etosha National Park
June 14, 2017 in Namibia ⋅ ☀️ 22 °C
Drove a few hours to Halali camp, which had very barren and ugly campsites, but also had a beautiful waterhole and luxurious (freezing cold) swimming pool with shaded lounge chairs. Our game drivesRead more
Okaukuejo, Etosha National Park
June 16, 2017 in Namibia ⋅ ☀️ 28 °C
Drove a few more hours south to Okaukuejo camp where they had even more barren/ugly campsites, but again, a beautiful water hole where we were able to see even more black rhino and elephant. TheRead more
Namutomi, Etosha National Park
June 18, 2017 in Namibia ⋅ ☁️ 10 °C
Unfortunately we didn’t find the cubs. Drove up for a final night in Etosha and were reminded of just how stunning and unique the landscape is in this park. Also enjoyed watching a hyena familyRead more
Ngepi, Namibia
June 19, 2017 in Namibia ⋅ ☀️ 23 °C
On our way back to Botswana we broke up the drive by staying at a very charming camp, Ngepi, near Popa Falls (thanks for the recommendation Alistair!) Among the unique features was a cage in the riverRead more












































































































Richard JohnsonGreat to hear you arrived safe & sound. Travel safe & make lots of memories to cherish. Love you Uncle Richard
Chandra MedinaMissing you already! Hugs.
Jerry DavisGlad you made it there safe and sound. I am looking forward to your posts. Cheers! Uncle Jerry