Overlanding is a self-drive road trip that takes you off the beaten path and encourages you to explore your adventurous side. In Africa, the term is commonly used for journeys that require a fully self-sufficient 4×4 vehicle. It’s one of the best ways to discover this stunning part of the world, allowing you to immerse yourself in the wildlife, nature, and cultures of the region and reach remote areas others often miss.
The magic of a Drive Africa Overlanding trip lies in its fully customisable experience. No matter your preferred route, we can design a journey that suits your style and budget. Sleep in a rooftop tent under the stars, stay in cosy guesthouses, enjoy luxury lodges, or mix them all. Your itinerary is tailored to your interests, and our local knowledge ensures every stop is meaningful.
If you’re ready for a once in a lifetime adventure, explore our example routes and get in touch to start planning.
A Drive Africa trip looks exactly how you want it to. Every journey is custom designed around your travel style, budget, and sense of adventure. Some travellers choose the freedom of budget-friendly self-camping, complete with rooftop tent, cooking gear, and everything needed to explore the bush. Others prefer a mix of comfortable guesthouses and luxury camping, while some opt for fully catered lodges for a high-end safari experience.
What stays the same is the heart of overlanding is self-drive exploration. We provide a specialised 4×4 vehicle perfectly suited to your route, whether that means conquering epic Namibian landscapes or wildlife viewing in South Africa. Each itinerary is built just for you, inspired by our sample routes or completely unique. Even if you select one of our suggested itineraries, we’ll refine every detail so your trip is seamless, safe, and truly unforgettable.
We’re a husband and wife team from Wales and Switzerland who fell in love with Africa and with the freedom of self-drive adventures. With a wealth of experience exploring and also working within tourism on the African continent, we have planned many unforgettable overlanding journeys of our own. After returning from our trips, we were often asked how journeys like these are even possible. The truth is, with the right knowledge and support, self-drive travel in Africa is far more accessible than most people realise. Now, we help others experience it too, offering safe, seamless, and fully bespoke overland adventures across the continent.
Explore Africa On Your Own Four Wheels
We’ll plan your entire adventure from the moment you land - including transfers, a fully equipped 4x4, accommodation, and detailed step-by-step itineraries with local tips. Explore southern Africa confidently and comfortably.
Just need the essentials? We’ll provide a fully equipped 4x4 to meet you at the airport or nearby pick-up point. You’ll get suggested routes and must-sees, while keeping the freedom to explore your way.
Already have a plan? We’ll supply a specialist 4x4 with everything you need - from rooftop tents to fridges and cookware - so you’re ready for the wilds of Africa.
Drive Africa aims to share our love of overlanding in Africa by designing and booking fully bespoke trips, tailored just for you.