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Simple Life Overland
South Africa
Приєднався 12 кві 2020
Simple Life Overlanding is a natural progression in our family's 4wd'ing and camping journey that started in 2014. The journey started with two hard-working IT dads, an enthusiastic grandfather, curious wives, and 4 young grandchildren who decided to create memories! Memories that will inspire different behaviour and ideals in the generations to come. Way back in 2014 the extent of our holidays covered renting houses or caravans in the areas we wanted to visit, but one simple phone call between brothers and an impassioned plea to the wives has led to an incredible adventure that our children will tell their children about.
Simple Life Overlanding is our way of showing that 4wd'ing and overlanding is simple and all that it takes is a simple decision about doing something intentional to make our complex and demanding lives....simple. Your children are not too young to be part of the journey and you are not too old to be part of your children and grand children's lives.
Simple Life Overlanding is our way of showing that 4wd'ing and overlanding is simple and all that it takes is a simple decision about doing something intentional to make our complex and demanding lives....simple. Your children are not too young to be part of the journey and you are not too old to be part of your children and grand children's lives.
Richtersveld. Is De Hoop the best campsite ever?
We travel from Potjies Pram to De Hoop, inside the Richtersveld park. This is our 3rd visit to De Hoop and don't think we'll ever get tired of it. It may have a lot to do with the fact that we started this overland channel at De Hoop but still, nothing beats a strong flowing river in front of your tent.
Part 3 will be the last video of this trip where we show you the Fortuner upgrades and explore the Richtersberg route. Richtersveld, just magic!
Part 3 will be the last video of this trip where we show you the Fortuner upgrades and explore the Richtersberg route. Richtersveld, just magic!
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Richtersveld. Isolation at its best!
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The long awaited trip to Richtersveld is now just another memory. What a beautiful area of South Africa. It's been our 4th visit in the Richtersveld park and definitely not the last. It's food for the soul and resets your thinking of life in general. Spending time with family and friends is priceless. In this video we travel from Cape Town to Highlander, the first stop over. Highlander is about...
Camp and 4x4 in the beauty of Baviaanskloof
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This is one of the most scenic trips you'll ever do. Day 1: Visit a farm in Patensie and camp at Kudu Kaya Day 2: Driving the best mountain pass in SA and camp at Doringkloof Day 3: 4x4 up the mountain and camp at Uitspan
Exploring the relentless Tankwa Karoo - Part II
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This really was an eventful trip with lots of repairs but also some fantastic scenery. The trip made us realise how important it is to travel with likeminded people. People that share in the fun times but also in the times when things don't go according to plan. Tankwa Karoo - we'll be back!
Exploring the relentless Tankwa Karoo - Part I
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One of the best getaways you can plan! Visit the Tankwa Karoo via the Cederberg mountains (Wupperthal). You'll experience the best views in the Western Cape, South Africa. We had our fair share of drama with 3 of the 4 vehicles, but that is part of a visit in such an arid area. Check out part 1 and stay tuned for part 2 where we move from Tankwa to Die Mond.
Camping and 4x4 at Gecko Rock in the Karoo
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Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve is nestled in the Nougaspoort Valley, just 25 km from Touwsrivier, and offers visitors an eco-adventure destination. Voted by DRIVE OUT as a Superior Destination and one of the top ten trails in South Africa, Gecko Rock offers a technical challenge that traverses changing terrain in an untouched environment. Enjoy your picnic lunch halfway along the trail at a ...
Western Cape Patrol Gathering at Tierkloof 4x4
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"Less than 100 kilometres from Cape Town, which is the capital city and tourist hub of the Western Cape Province, the small wine growing community of Rawsonville can be found. This is nestled within the Breede River Valley of South Africa, where the natural beauty and abundance continues almost unrivalled. Just ten kilometres from Rawsonville is the Tierkloof 4x4 Trail. This route is a circular...
Driving the scenic Old Voortrekker Pass in the Garden Route
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A trip down memory lane, back to where the passion for 4x4'ing started for Hugh. A lovely day trip out in the Southern Cape. Check out their website louvain.co.za/package/4x4-trails/
Visiting Goerapan in the Kalahari for the Patrol 70th Anniversary
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The Nissan Patrol 70th Anniversary was held at Goeroepan in the Northern Cape of South Africa. About 107km north of Upington in the Kalahari. Day 0 - Travel from Cape Town to Klawer Day 1 - Travel from Klawer to Goeroepan with about 30 stops Day 2 - Dune challenge day Day 3 - Drag race day Day 4 - Goeroepan back to Cape Town Enjoy and let us know what you think of the event in the comments. @Ni...
Camping in the rain at Rivierplaas in the Breede River Valley
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To follow our family and friend adventures, consider subscribing to this UA-cam channel. More images can be seen on our instagram account: simplelifeoverland (@simplelifeoverland) * * * On the doorstep of Cape Town you'll find this gem right next to the Breede river. Brilliant campsite! We had wind, sun, wind, rain, rain, rain, wind, and sun. Memories are made of Camps like this. ...
The beautiful 22 waterfalls in the Western Cape
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To follow our family and friend adventures, consider subscribing to this UA-cam channel. More images can be seen on our instagram account: simplelifeoverland (@simplelifeoverland) * * * Enjoy the simple life!
Detailed review of the loud and proud Nissan Patrol
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To follow our family and friend adventures, consider subscribing to this UA-cam channel. More images can be seen on our instagram account: simplelifeoverland (@simplelifeoverland) * * * We review Hugh's Nissan Patrol... Awesome offroad & overland SUV. * * * Enjoy the simple life!
Camping at the popular Dwarsberg Trout Hideaway in Rawsonville
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To follow our family and friend adventures, consider subscribing to this UA-cam channel. More images can be seen on our instagram account: simplelifeo... (@simplelifeoverland) * * * Hugh's family, the McGregor's, joins us for an amazing 4 day camp at Dwarsberg Trout Hideaway. Cheryl, Hugh's sister, booked this camp almost 1 year in advance. It's so popular that when you get an op...
Detailed review of the small Suzuki Jimny - it's small but packs a "BUNCH"
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To follow our family and friend adventures, consider subscribing to this UA-cam channel. More images can be seen on our instagram account: simplelifeoverland (@simplelifeoverland) * * * We review Tom's Suzuki Jimny... the first of hopefully many. Tom is 72 and still rocks the 4x4 tracks. Check out all his upgrades and accessories. * * * Enjoy the simple life!
Land Cruiser and Nissan Patrol working hard at Klein Tafelberg
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To follow our family and friend adventures, consider subscribing to this UA-cam channel. More images can be seen on our instagram account: simplelifeo... (@simplelifeoverland) * * * Klein Tafelberg never disappoints! Another weekend to remember, more memories and new people we’ve met on the 4x4 track. It’s in places like this that you meet authentic people with no agenda other tha...
Wild camping in the West Coast just outside of Cape Town
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Wild camping in the West Coast just outside of Cape Town
Ep10 The magnificent De Hoop campsite in the Richtersveld
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Ep10 The magnificent De Hoop campsite in the Richtersveld
Ep9 Land Cruiser stuck in the Khowarib riverbed - Jimny owners will love this
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Ep9 Land Cruiser stuck in the Khowarib riverbed - Jimny owners will love this
Ep8 Fairy circles in the Marienfluss to elephants in the Hoarusib River
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Ep8 Fairy circles in the Marienfluss to elephants in the Hoarusib River
Ep7 Towing offroad campers down Van Zyl's Pass in Kaokoland, Namibia
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Ep7 Towing offroad campers down Van Zyl's Pass in Kaokoland, Namibia
Ep6 Overlanding highlight at Epupa Falls by the Kunene River
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Ep6 Overlanding highlight at Epupa Falls by the Kunene River
Ep5 Heavy rigs towing campers through the Namibia Ugab Riverbed
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Ep5 Heavy rigs towing campers through the Namibia Ugab Riverbed
Ep4 Wild camp at Bloedkoppie and the popular Spitzkoppe in Namibia
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Ep4 Wild camp at Bloedkoppie and the popular Spitzkoppe in Namibia
Ep3 Spectacular views from the popular Sossusvlei overland destination
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Ep3 Spectacular views from the popular Sossusvlei overland destination
Ep2 Pontoon crossing on our way to Tirasberge
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Ep2 Pontoon crossing on our way to Tirasberge
Ep1 Sendelingsdrif Rest Camp via Eksteensfontein
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Ep1 Sendelingsdrif Rest Camp via Eksteensfontein
Namibia 2019 Intro: Getting ready for 25 days of the best nothingness ever
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Namibia 2019 Intro: Getting ready for 25 days of the best nothingness ever
Hi, at what time of the year did you do that adventure?
Thanks for sharing. Did this trip with my boys 20 years ago. Well done, lovely family and friend's time.
One more question 😂 Would the use of the trailers have been possible in both directions of the pass?
Awesome! As I am using an offroad trailer as well (for dogs) i am very much interested, what the weight of the trailers was on that trip
awesome video, ek wil my gen 3 se dak ook versterk, wie het daai gedoen?
Its a marvellous place and if you go out of season its quieter, the pass past the campsite is quite a challenge though drivable with out 4x 4 as well.All in all a top hole spot.
Hi guys new to the channel! Love the work and vids!! What awnings do you run?
Absolutely love your videos, hope there are more comming
I have a 2001 Suzuki Jimny 4x4 m13a 1.3 LT petrol engine with original tuning which I use for off roading on forest and farm roads here in Italy in the province of Florence, Italy.
A mooi pkek❤
Missing your camping videos and awesome family adventures Can't wait for new ones
Why are those children in the back not wearing seatbelts?
Next time skip Potjiespram and go straight to De Hoop.
Bos aap Pa se hare
impromptu is best.. hahaha.. so cool.
Awesome video. Thank you.
Heading there again in December. Gonna be hot, but De Hoop will be awesome.. Thanks for sharing
Top job. Loved the easy vibe of your video... well done. It's an area I have been wanting to take the family to for some time. We are fortunate to have so many beautiful non commercial places to visit in SA. It's on my bucket list of places still to visit...albeit a long list Thanks for sharing
Love your chanel. Great family getaways. Hou so aan julle. En vat oupa en ouma altyd saam
Lekker my brother. Looked like a awesome trip. Your respect for family, friends is awesome. Well done. Keep making memories and sharing love.
Nice one. Wrt tent for 4 - We were lucky to have a special Hannibal 1.8x2,4m tent for 10 years and traveled as far as Malawi in it with our two daughters till they were 13 & 16 Can see our setup on @africaoverland 🤙
Glad UA-cam recommended you to me. Thanks for this video. 1. One of my favorite places to visit. Always wild camped in in the heritage section. Never been to any of the formal camps. So some proper FOMO now 🙈 2. Love all there vehicles! I have a Landcruiser, I had a Fortuner and I secretly have a love affair with Jimnys. 3. Great to see a Roof Pod on the Jimny 👌. Good friends of mine Simon & Tammy 🤙 Need now find time to watch your Nam trip and others. SUBSCRIBED 🤙 PS are you on Instagram Oh and where did you get your wheel carry platform?
We were there 30 yrs ago, for the first time. Camping was very different then. De hoop camping was free, nobody knew about it those days. Cooler box, no Engle fridge, one spare tire, top and bottom hoses, no cellphone either. Closest petrol station was Port Nolloth, or Springbok. Kubu island was the same those years, free and no charge.
Thanks. Beautiful area. I once camped informally on the Namibian side quite close to De Hoop. Just rolled my mattress and sleeping bag out next to the car.
What time of the year was this? Looking at heading out here in June to escape Cape Town winter.
Puik Video Richtersveld ook ons bucket list dis flippen nice daar dankie vir deel mooi loop
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One of the BEST areas to visit in a 4X4! Nice video, and great to see family and friends enjoying the amazing scenery. It is a pity that you spoiled your video with music which is irrelevant and annoying, boet. I always prefer the sound of tyres rumbling, crumbling and crunching the hard ground and the sound of a good engine in videos such as yours. Well done, anyway!
Thanks John. Happy to respect your views regarding music in our videos. We don't mind criticism as we have no intention to be Voetspore or the likes. Maybe 10 years from now we'll have mastered the art of balancing video, voice, and music.
I enjoy your videos, thank you for sharing. I would like to know what the title of the song was, 14min in the video Groete Johann
baie lekker video, dankie! dit was seker groot blokke ys as mens 'n lekker sinkplaat pad daarmee vier 🤣
Dankie. Groot glas en groot blokke ys :-D
"Apparently the Jimny is quite stable..." aaaah the lie we all tell the bigger 4x4s 😂😂😂 Great video. Really liked this!
Thanks, glad you enjoyed it. I've seen the Jimny in funny positions so maybe there's merit to the stability point :-)
Thanks for great video. You got a subscriber, looking forward to more
Thanks, appreciate.
AAAh Thank You. Worked up there in the Richtersveld for years. Good to see the place again, and refreshing to see it through new eyes. Met my wife in the Bay.
Yes, it's a magical place.
Awesome julle! Hope you guys have platmaps ... jk...
Thanks William. Jis ek probeer uitfigure wat jy bedoel met platmats. Wat mis ek? :-)
@@SimpleLifeOverland lmga ... julle donner so ver in die verte in, daar waar die GPS nie eers weet waar jy is nie .... julle weet seker hoe om kaarte op jou selfoon te download, ne? En dan, as julle so lank van die 'grid af is, en daar miskien iets met die gennie verkeerd gaan, is daar altyd die ou papier kaarte ... Ons bly in Utah, ek werk tans in Noord Dakota, 1,263 miles van die huis af. Elke voertuig het sy eie 'RoadMaps of the USA' met vulstasies, alt roetes klaar opgemerk ...
Love your videos, its been long overdue 😂
Thanks. Appreciate. Yes, it's been long overdue. Hoping to get some more videos in this year. Part 2 and 3 of Richtersveld will come soon.
Welcome Back love your channel.
Thanks so much!
It is always so good to watch a video of family's and friends traveling and camping together .What a privilege . Ek hou van jou paar Brandewyne ...
Thanks. Ja, mens kan darem nie rondom 'n vuur sit sonder 'n brannewyntjie nie :-)
Beautiful, thanks. Missed you guys.
Thanks Peter.
Looks like magic!! One of the best places on the planet ❤ lekker food, lekker 4x4s and lekker people.
Thanks. Yes, definitely magic.
What tents are those please.
Hi. It's an Oztent RV-5 and RV-4
Hey guys. Please post more.
Nothing can beat a good Camp!
I wonder why a vechile that have to be towed up most off road roads don’t just stay in camp and get in the cars that can do the trip
Been there - a wonderful experience! Very good video, sadly spoilt by the ubiquitous BANG-SLAP-BANG-SLAP sound, probably named "music".
Vibrations to sleep
Amazing family time!! 🥹 Those words from your dad at camp has hit so hard! I’m on my way back to SA, I’ve been living in UK for 21 years and I’m now 42. Home is calling me back after such a long time and the idea of spending all that time with ma en ded again is going to be amazing. I am going to put a rig together and travel through SA and your videos are providing much inspiration. Al die beste chomma, bring nog videos. ❤️ world champs 😜 🇿🇦
Nice videos dude!
Like that Fortuner 💪
Toolkit AND decent pair leather working gloves.
I love this setup, especially the roof rack and water tank with pump 👌🏽
I wish I could this but I work for sovereign foods and they pay nonsense