Go! Drive & Camp

A 132-page lifestyle magazine for campers, caravan and 4x4 enthusiasts and adventure travellers.

Go! Drive & Camp

The warmth of a winter camp

A real oasis in the Karoo

Like a fine wine

COMMENT OF THE MONTH!

Mornings at Môreson • The Western Cape kykNET Outdoor Expo, held annually on the Môreson farm outside Malmesbury, has become an institution where one often meets new faces.

Oranjerus gets a new look

Chery invests in SA

Hyundai supports golf

Camping all the way to Kgalagadi • The straight stretch of road between Upington and Askham may feel like the last thing you need when you’re on your way to the Kgalagadi. But it doesn’t have to be that way.

Following the Fish to the sea • You know the Fish River and its canyon that winds through the Namib Desert, but South Africa’s Great Fish River is… well, a different kettle of fish.

The 1820 British Settlers

Where we stayed

Pull in next to the Orange River • It is a mere two-hour drive to go from the city lights in the central part of the country to the beautiful scenery of Vanderkloof Dam.

Etiquette on your overland trip • New and seasoned campers and overland travellers can benefit from keeping these few etiquette tips in mind.

Roadside meetings with the mountain zebra • The Mountain Zebra National Park is not only great for game viewing, but also has pleasant routes waiting to be explored.

Better in red • He had always wanted a Jimny, as it’s a vehicle that would offer him double the pleasure, says Paul de Kock of Moorreesburg

A short but epic tour • For 18 days - and over 8 000 km - South Africa, Botswana and Zimbabwe treated Nolene Kotze and her family to something truly special. These Namibians however were also somewhat tested…

Man's best friend . . . • The only reason your dogs are barking non-stop these days is because they want to go camping!

Batteries in charge! • With the Omoda C9 SHS's hybrid drive system, you can choose between its petrol engine or battery power. We test which one works best under which conditions.

A reliable trooper • We head to the Kalahari and tow 3 000 km over 12 days to see how the armoured Nissan Navara Pro-4X Warrior performs with a caravan in tow.

The cat's return • The Mbada from Tuff Cats is available in three variants, with the 2D Max an example of the latest trends.

Electric overland travels • Electric and hybrid vehicles are becoming increasingly popular, but there are still questions about their suitability for overland travel. We discuss a number of advantages and disadvantages.

Bush cooking at its best! • With these products, you can properly spoil your travelling companions with a feast when camping.

Potatoes… everyone's favourite • Baked, fried, boiled or mashed - the humble potato is the king of the braai fire and the heart of tasty potjiekos.

CROSSWORD

KIDS'CORNER

The end of EV euphoria • The electric vehicles bubble is bursting, and it is going to hurt those manufactures who blindly jumped in headfirst, says Mic van Zyl.

The camping industry’s Airbnb • A platform where owners of trailers and other camping equipment can offer it for rent is exactly what the industry needs, says Neels van Heerden.

Kruger is my second home • Kruger is where she feeds her soul - even on a quick visit, says Liryn de Jager.

A Scottish car in Namaqualand • Following the article about the origin of the teardrop camper in our December 2024-January 2025 issue, Unisa professor and Drive & Camp reader Jo-Ansie van Wyk shared her own find from way back when.