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Frightening very narrow and steep Mountain Pass. Die Hel, Gamkaskloof. Revised
Gamkaskloof. The road to "The Hell". A very narrow and steep mountain pass in the Western Cape, South Africa. Solo overlanding Africa. Exploring the African continent.
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Liuwa Plain in Zambia. Kwale Community Camp to Mongu Town.
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Camping at Kwale Community Camp and leaving Liuwa Plains National Park to Mongu. Solo overlanding Africa. Exploring the African continent.
Liuwa Plain National Park. Katoyana and Mokalabumbu Community Camps.
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Rustic camping at Katoyana and Mukalabumbu Camps in Liuwa Plain National Park in western Zambia. Solo overlanding Africa. Exploring the African continent.
Rustic Camping at Kwale Camp in Liuwa Plains National Park, western Zambia.
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Rustic solo camping on the wild Zambian plains, at its very best. Solo overlanding Africa. Exploring the African continent.
Crossing the Border from Namibia to Zambia at Katima Mulilo.
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The dreaded and tedious border crossing process into Zambia (Shesheke) from Katima Mulilo (Wenela) in Namibia. A British colonial legacy of bureaucracy taken to a sublime level. But friendly, polite, professional and helpful border officials. Solo overlanding Africa. Exploring the African continent.
Camdeboo National Park, South Africa
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Camping at Nqweba Campsite in Camdeboo National Park, outside Graaff-Reinet, South Africa. Solo overlanding Africa. Exploring the African continent.
Lake Malawi. Camping at Cape Maclear, Malawi.
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Camping at Cape Maclear in Malawi. Lake Malawi National Park. Camping at Chembe Eagles Nest Lodge and at Fat Monkeys Lodge.
Tankwa Karoo National Park, Gannaga Pass and the Roggerveld escarpment.
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Solo overlanding Africa. Exploring the African continent.
Mokala National Park - Lilydale Rest Camp and Motswedi Campsite.
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Solo overlanding Africa. Exploring the African continent. Exploring the Northern Cape Mokala National Park outside Kimberly in South Africa.
Lesotho - Sani Pass.
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Solo overlanding Africa. Exploring the African continent. Driving down Sani Pass.
Rooidrom (Joubert) Pass, Namibia. Rooidrom passage to the Marienfluss Valley.
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Solo overlanding Africa. Exploring the African continent. Transversing the Rooidrom Pass to the Marienfluss.
Mapungubwe National Park.
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Solo overlanding Africa. Exploring the African continent. Vhembe Wilderness Camp and Mazou Campsite.
Gamkaskloof "Die Hel" - "The Hell"
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Solo overlanding Africa. Exploring the African continent. Visiting Gamkaskloof - Die Hel. An almost inaccessible valley in the Swartberg Mountains of the Western Cape province of South Africa.
Kruger National Park Travel Vlog - Part 6: Shingwedzi Camp and Punda Maria Region.
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Solo overlanding Africa. Exploring the African continent. Kruger National Park Travel Vlog. SoloAfrika visits the north of Kruger National Park during November 2020 for a full month of camping and exploring Kruger as a solo traveler. A video and photographic diary of the trip by a solo travel photographer in Africa.
Kruger National Park Travel Vlog - Part 1: The South of Kruger
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Kruger National Park Travel Vlog - Part 1: The South of Kruger
Kruger National Park Travel Vlog - Part 2: Camping at Balule and Shingwedzi in February.
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Kruger National Park Travel Vlog - Part 2: Camping at Balule and Shingwedzi in February.
Kruger National Park Travel Vlog - Part 5: Mopani, Tzendze Camp and Shingwedzi Region in November.
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Kruger National Park Travel Vlog - Part 5: Mopani, Tzendze Camp and Shingwedzi Region in November.
Kruger National Park Travel Vlog - Part 4: Balule Camp, Olifants Camp and Letaba Camp in November.
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Kruger National Park Travel Vlog - Part 4: Balule Camp, Olifants Camp and Letaba Camp in November.
Kruger National Park Travel Vlog - Part 3: Numbi Gate, Pretoriuskop & Satara Camps in November.
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Kruger National Park Travel Vlog - Part 3: Numbi Gate, Pretoriuskop & Satara Camps in November.
Bhubesi Camp, Hlane Royal National Park, Eswatini (Swaziland)
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Bhubesi Camp, Hlane Royal National Park, Eswatini (Swaziland)

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  • @henkswanepoel
    @henkswanepoel 4 місяці тому

    1st time watching your channel. I am a bit depressed after watching. Maybe rather show as the beauty than complaining. My ten cents worth.

  • @alwynvanwyk1851
    @alwynvanwyk1851 5 місяців тому

    Disastrous video to watch, most negative person, complaining 70% of the video.. Sorry, I didn't get 70% into it, just assuming. Camera mostly on his face, rumbling away moaning. Hotels, and others, need your details. They can send updates, call you if you don't reach your destination, or find you if you stuff up their gas geyser. Stay at home bro, rather look at other people's positive trips through RSA. Wonder why you do the common SOLO thing, if you can't handle it. Did you have a campfire...? did you look at the stars, listened to the night silence, or where you cramped up in you rooftop tent, waiting for first light so you could get out of there... Ai jai jai, tough boy, Africa isn't for sissies.... You must know it by now, jy's al mooi groot.....

  • @alwynvanwyk1851
    @alwynvanwyk1851 5 місяців тому

    Nat broek traveller.

  • @maxroll3377
    @maxroll3377 10 місяців тому

    Hello Mr. Mc Sweeney, i hope you are well. I miss your films and your advise for traveling in southern africa. Have a good time. Max Röll

  • @theTESLAwizard
    @theTESLAwizard 11 місяців тому

    Visited Fat Monkeys lodge in 1963. Very few people around the lodge in those days. We had the beach to ourselves. Now live in Canada

  • @justicemotaung4892
    @justicemotaung4892 Рік тому

    I thought Sani Pass was the worst and the most frightening. I have done Sani Pass before and only once. Your voice and your face are a testament that Gamkaskloof is indeed DIE HEL. Thank you for your well edited video

  • @annetteelliott1494
    @annetteelliott1494 Рік тому

    Pity about the sound that disappears every now and then...

    • @soloafrika
      @soloafrika 10 місяців тому

      I have re-uploaded the same video without the copyright problem. Recommend that you see that version.

  • @fernandojulius4256
    @fernandojulius4256 Рік тому

    Thanks buddy learned alot, fro. Your video

    • @soloafrika
      @soloafrika 10 місяців тому

      Glad to hear it!

  • @paranormallife4164
    @paranormallife4164 Рік тому

    I travelled tru Zambia from Cape town n at every town two army guys wanted to be bribed. At 3rdbpostbthe soldier called reinforcement so I cut the ph wire with my k nife n clobbered them. I was in bus n the entire bus commuters hooted with laughter

  • @christiaancoetzee2964
    @christiaancoetzee2964 Рік тому

    Read the book "Die Hel en sy mense" and from the content there were many traveling general dealers that never returned from their sales trip to this place as some inhabitants robbed them and disposed of them. Sounded like a dangerous place at some point in history, yet so sirene today. Great commentary and video. Did the Swartberg many times in my Carolla "4x4". Was advised to turn around on the road to the Hel and never tried it all the way. Thanks for a wonderful video.

  • @nagsonkaritungu3618
    @nagsonkaritungu3618 Рік тому

    Watching from Namibia 🇳🇦 swakopmund

  • @duncanwallace7760
    @duncanwallace7760 Рік тому

    Well done for overcoming your fears. I went there some years back and I loved it, but I'm only somewhat frightened by heights. What terrifies me more is the driving you see on the N1 and N2. Looks like there's been a big fire through since I visited.

  • @alaminidriss4379
    @alaminidriss4379 Рік тому

    Really I enjoyed it

  • @4x4adventure_pl
    @4x4adventure_pl Рік тому

    Watching this video evokes a sense of wanderlust and a deep appreciation for the untouched beauty of our planet. The scenes of overlanding through rugged terrains and then setting up camp amidst sprawling wilderness are a testament to the profound experiences waiting beyond the beaten path. It's a visual testament to the magic of exploration.

    • @soloafrika
      @soloafrika 11 місяців тому

      I am absolutely with you. The soul and spirit require feeding.

  • @bernadinesteyn7362
    @bernadinesteyn7362 Рік тому

    At 4:15, that is my bakkie driving past you and at 6:04, that wet patch on the ground in the road, that was me 😁 Lived in Gamkaskloof for a year and did that pass many times, even with a loaded 6 meter trailer You get used to it

    • @soloafrika
      @soloafrika 11 місяців тому

      Well, we finally meet! I do not want to think about doing that with a trailer. Kudos!

  • @christovosloo2237
    @christovosloo2237 Рік тому

    Great video. Love your dry humor.

  • @muhammadnawaz5039
    @muhammadnawaz5039 Рік тому

    The thing about Zambia border formalities is that you have to know what must be done. Acquaint yourself with the 'ground rules'; they're there but those Zambia border officials prey on people's ignorance of those 'ground rules'! And they cash in once in a while if you show ignorance! But go to the ',bosses' office rooms and get what must be done if you don't want to be extorted! Zambia is like that you find some corrupt govt officials and some honest ones who do the correct thing. Finally I am editing a bit by adding that you must be patient, tolerant; yes I hear you 'subservient' is the word because it is like border officials in Zambia wake up in a mood, they have an attitude that morning that will make the nicest person in the world lose their cool, calm and collectedness! It is largely true what you have said about Zambia border officers! Personally sometimes I have exploded. They can try your patience to the max!

    • @soloafrika
      @soloafrika 11 місяців тому

      I found the Zambian officials very professional and friendly. The problem is their un-co-ordinated systems. So many forms, so many processes, so many checks, so many forms, forms,forms! A time-and-motion studies professional's delight!

  • @muhammadnawaz5039
    @muhammadnawaz5039 Рік тому

    Sesheke not 'Shesheke' buddy

  • @siyumbwamuyunda8747
    @siyumbwamuyunda8747 Рік тому

    Nice video that pontoon will no longer be in use in few weeks time because a new bridge on that spot is almost complete 👏👏👏

    • @soloafrika
      @soloafrika 11 місяців тому

      Thanks for the info. A bit of a pity. I enjoyed the crossing.

  • @aglaki
    @aglaki Рік тому

    I appreciate your driving through the Swartberg pass into die hel and out and explaining some of the driving hazards and reviewing the campsite a bit what with the solar panels . The Otto du Plessis Road is an example of man’s inhumanity to man. Hope you’re now on a nice beach for a while . Have a lovely day . 👍✌️

  • @sandneurosen
    @sandneurosen Рік тому

    Very nice movie! It's also from the Marienfluss ua-cam.com/video/QnX1bRa0nUo/v-deo.html and Hartmannstal

  • @peteroberts12
    @peteroberts12 Рік тому

    How long does it take to drive from Bob Phillips camp to the top of the Sani Pass please?

    • @soloafrika
      @soloafrika Рік тому

      It was several years ago so not sure that I remember. Probably only a couple of hours.

    • @peteroberts12
      @peteroberts12 Рік тому

      OK thanks, I'm driving up the Sani Pass with some friends in Jan 24 and we weren't sure whether to head for Bob Phillips camp or Katse dam, the next day

  • @garagepie
    @garagepie Рік тому

    Agree on the form non-sense, it's the absolute last thing you want to do after driving usually an entire day to get there! But otherwise, thank goodness for SANPARKS otherwise our parks would be in the terrible state that our ANC area provincial parks and municipal parks are in!

    • @soloafrika
      @soloafrika Рік тому

      Agree fully! Just a great pity about the forms. As you say - not what you want after a long day.

  • @stephenhutchings6086
    @stephenhutchings6086 Рік тому

    Thank you for sharing such such an entertaining journey. I am in awe of your patience with mindless officialdom.

    • @soloafrika
      @soloafrika Рік тому

      Its part of the journey. That's why we pay taxes. 😀

  • @iainmacmillan2548
    @iainmacmillan2548 Рік тому

    Great stuff as always, Sean. I don't know if you are much of a reader, but Andre Brink's 'Duiwelskloof' might even be based on this place - have to check that, it's been years since I read it, but it's a good book.

    • @soloafrika
      @soloafrika Рік тому

      Thanks Iain. When I was little, I devoured books. Now, I devour them being read to me. This is an iconic valley and would, I suspect, have appealed to Brink as a subject. Certainly, his book is set in the "Swartberge" of the Karoo and has to do with in-breeding in a small isolated community. You are probably correct.

  • @Ndebelefamily
    @Ndebelefamily Рік тому

    1st one here 😊

    • @soloafrika
      @soloafrika Рік тому

      Yes you were! Well done, Malusi and welcome!

  • @stevensiamachila4984
    @stevensiamachila4984 Рік тому

    So disgusting. Don't paint us as corrupt. You could have just exhausted the required formalities. Zambia is so warm and welcoming a country. Go to Zimbabwe,Congo DR ,and a few others, so that you know the truth. You were just, unfortunately, handled by a few corrupt, thieving elements. It was a syndicate. We're NOT like that.

    • @soloafrika
      @soloafrika Рік тому

      I'm not sure what you are disgusted about. I agree that Zambians are warm and inviting. It is a wonderful country! I did not come across ANY "corrupt, thieving elements", as you suggest. Nor did I fall prey to any "syndicates", as you also suggest I must have done. Unfortunately however, corruption in Southern Africa is endemic and travelers are cautious - as indeed they should be. I fortunately did not experience any corruption during my visit to Zambia. Nevertheless, in my opinion, crossing a Zambian border is an exhausting test of endurance and patience.

  • @soloafrika
    @soloafrika Рік тому

    My sincere apologies for the silent audio during parts of this video. I asked UA-cam to remove the copyrighted music. Unfortunately it removed all audio at places. I will re-upload this video with music to which I have the rights. Once again, apologies!

  • @climaxafrica2054
    @climaxafrica2054 Рік тому

    Hi Mac. I like the relaxed style of your videos without the cliché phrases of "epic" and "adventure" and "amazing"...and also no not the sponsored gear that you need to mention in every scene. Your stuff is authentic! I have same setup on a Hilux with Bundutop tent and Oztent RV5. BUT the Oztent does not fit in the canopy. Does the Oztent you carry fit into the Cruizer's canopy? or where do you carry it?

    • @soloafrika
      @soloafrika Рік тому

      I'm chuffed that you enjoy my content. Thanks for your kind comments. Yes, those cliched phrases really turn me off too! BUT, I'm thinking of starting my next video with, "Yo, whatsup?" I have the Oztent RV3. It does fit in the LC canopy (single cab) with a couple of centimeters to spare. The length is 160cm. I think the RV5 is 200cm?

  • @godelimnyama3572
    @godelimnyama3572 Рік тому

    I was hoping that you will show us the village and some activities that take place there

    • @soloafrika
      @soloafrika Рік тому

      Well, the village is long gone and the inhabitants have left after the road was built.

  • @yushavgautam7194
    @yushavgautam7194 Рік тому

    Hello There! I appreciate your work. Keep creating keep uploading. Best Whishes From Nepal

    • @soloafrika
      @soloafrika Рік тому

      Thank you. Nice to have a visitor from Nepal!

  • @EnaHamilton-mq4wh
    @EnaHamilton-mq4wh Рік тому

    I'm glad you made it I hope first you find a nice beer or n dubble brandy. I would need a ambulans and a good dokter but first put me out te get me oud there. I saluut you 😁

    • @soloafrika
      @soloafrika Рік тому

      It wasn't really that bad. Hope you enjoyed the video.

  • @11Pollux
    @11Pollux Рік тому

    This is stunningly artistic and well done. What a beautiful land. A land so haunting, playing on memories I am sure that I do not have. Draws me in and I am drifting.... thanks for the wonderful trip to a place I have never been.

  • @chrissylater5863
    @chrissylater5863 Рік тому

    Thank you for sharing your experience 🌻

  • @chrissylater5863
    @chrissylater5863 Рік тому

    I take my hat off to all of those who completed this hell of a trek... I would pass out or have a full on heart attack 😲😲😪

    • @soloafrika
      @soloafrika Рік тому

      Its really not that frightening if you know what to expect.

  • @adrioosthuizen6535
    @adrioosthuizen6535 Рік тому

    Die Swartberg pass is really beautiful.

  • @jacquesbarnard2312
    @jacquesbarnard2312 Рік тому

    Next time, do it in a Suzuki Jimney, I think it was made for this pass.

  • @maureneschlosz6404
    @maureneschlosz6404 Рік тому

    Been there dine that. Really beautiful. Video well done, thanks

  • @mrm4400
    @mrm4400 Рік тому

    Wow......amazing stuff. I LOVE Namibia. Would you mind telling me: 1) What brand of tyre you used on this trail? 2) There are different schools of thought about tyre pressure on this type of terrain. Wasn't traction ever an issue when you drove over this terrain with hard tyres? I just discovered your channel (yesterday - Die Hell) and I subscribed for several reasons, namely the detail you show, your discussions and the way you tell the viewer something. Thank you for sharing your travels in this way. By the way.....I just love the sound of that engine. That Cruiser is probably the best vehicle ever made for this purpose.

    • @soloafrika
      @soloafrika Рік тому

      BFG KO2. Traction never a problem.

    • @mrm4400
      @mrm4400 Рік тому

      @@soloafrika Tx. I lent my ears to the guys in our group and sliced my BFG sidewalls on similar terrain in the Karoo with low tyre pressure. Will remember your advice.

    • @soloafrika
      @soloafrika Рік тому

      BFG themselves recommend quite a high minimum pressure. The sidewalls are strong but not very flexible.

  • @Tyanwl1
    @Tyanwl1 Рік тому

    I must admit I was quite tense with you backing off the pontoon! An awesome, peaceful camp. You sunset photo was spectacular!

  • @mrm4400
    @mrm4400 Рік тому

    You are SO entertaining!! I laughed out load.🤣😂 Having done that road with a Toyota Raider bakkie (4x2) as well as a Landrover Defender in high range all the time, I managed to do it in 1½ hours. As much as I love your vehicle I would never attempt that route with that Landcruiser. You were very brave....wrong vehicle for the route though. However, my vehicle of choice for Namibia where I also love to go. As a matter of interest...I've seen a Toyota Tazz doing that road. The driver lives in the valley. Thanks so much for sharing. I just loved your way of describing your experience. You're a great story teller.....giggling again.....I can because I'm a woman.😂😂😂

    • @soloafrika
      @soloafrika Рік тому

      Thank you! Really appreciate your comments. Story telling is what I am about.

  • @Tyanwl1
    @Tyanwl1 Рік тому

    Blast those monkeys!! Little thieves they are--stole a potato I was peeling right out of my hand! I did manage to get a whack in! Enjoy your travels!!

  • @iainmacmillan2548
    @iainmacmillan2548 Рік тому

    Just superb, Mac, keep them coming.

  • @Tyanwl1
    @Tyanwl1 Рік тому

    That deck at the lodge is to die for! How did you resist not staying longer? Whew! So glad the ordeal of the border is past you now. I had done the same as you--just had flown into Zambia on the Victoria Falls side--never got the chance to visit Zambia by car. Can't wait for your new vlog adventures!

    • @soloafrika
      @soloafrika Рік тому

      That deck is magnificent - the breakfast place. An extraordinary lodge with great owners!

  • @LeonCoetzee-t1r
    @LeonCoetzee-t1r Рік тому

    Example if you have purchase your car from n bank they will be able to and can issue you with a cross border clearance certificate

    • @soloafrika
      @soloafrika Рік тому

      Yes, that is true. BUT this is the INTERPOL Clearance Certificate, not the normal SAPS one.

  • @satishpatel5260
    @satishpatel5260 Рік тому

    LESOTHO, 👉AFRICA 🌍, ZIKHOMO 🇿🇲👍

  • @Smwareka.
    @Smwareka. Рік тому

    Namibia borders are straight forward as long as your papers are in order but Zambian borders officials mmmmmmm money is the only language they understand 😂.

    • @soloafrika
      @soloafrika Рік тому

      Yes, that is what I was told. However, I found them polite, friendly and helpful. No attempts to seek a bribe. Their convoluted systems and multitudes of paper-work and taxes/fees are the problem. A A legacy of the British, I wonder?

  • @deriusnorris4463
    @deriusnorris4463 Рік тому

    Thank you A brilliant video. Very informative.

  • @BackpackeRom
    @BackpackeRom Рік тому

    Watching your vids from Tanzania. Great adventures!

    • @soloafrika
      @soloafrika Рік тому

      Hoping to see more vids from you. Go for it

  • @iainmacmillan2548
    @iainmacmillan2548 Рік тому

    Looks as if Katima has changed a bit since I last saw it....didn't recognise any of it at all....mind you, it was forty-one years ago, so a bit of change must be expected. Another very enjoyable presentation, thanks.

    • @soloafrika
      @soloafrika Рік тому

      Yes, hardly recognizable. You should however remember the power station building. It is still there - at what used to be the entrance to the town.

    • @muhammadnawaz5039
      @muhammadnawaz5039 Рік тому

      41 years ago I was 2 years old