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Losing/Finding My Mind In Namibia on a Solo Adventure!
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- Опубліковано 24 чер 2023
- This trip has been needed for quite a while! The Solo But Not Alone Series goes into it’s third part of the adventure, I head to Namibia on my own for a no plan trip, making it up as I go along! I managed to cross southern Namibia, heading past the Quiver Tree forest and Mesosaurus fossil camp near Keetmanshoop, then to the Duwiseb Castle, before making my way through to explore Sossus. There were some epic things that I thought would be fun to do in the area, like visit Valley of a Thousand Hills, and even hop on a Hot Air Balloon and take that over the Namib Desert! This trip was about a bit of soul searching, and how a solo trip can really help mental health! It’s important to take some time and do your own adventure every now and then!
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I remember watching these videos 3 years ago as a 13-year-old boy praying that Adrian will release an hour long video and here we are. Adrian simply inspires me. Before Roam, I had no cooking clue what Overlanding was and now, it's number one on my bucket list.
Thank you, Adrian. For taking time out of your fabulous trips to share it with thousands of people❤.
Thank you for watching all these years 🤙🏻
I genuinely believe i live in the best looking country in the world. Namibia!
🤙🏻🤙🏻🤙🏻🤙🏻🤙🏻
You do! I’m in the US and since we got back from Namibia last year, I haven’t been able to stop thinking about it! I made a video on my page too!
I am 100% agree with your point, I am really enjoying watching your Chanel , good luck and I hope one day I can visit and see all beautiful places over their. 👌
That monologue in the end is everything I needed to hear. Perfect ending to a perfect solo trip. Thanks. 🔥🔥🔥
So glad that it meant something to you! ❤️
Adrian, this was beautifully paced and put together…I can’t tell you how much I enjoyed it! I felt like you connected with us as the viewers more than ever before, maybe because you were traveling alone and filming so many authentic in-the-moment snippets with us. You captured the feeling in each moment perfectly! I also loved the fact that you didn’t plan too much. I’m also used to planning eeeeverything before hand and then missing a lot because you just have to stick to a route and move on all the time. You have definitely motivated me to travel solo and winging things more in the near future… Having said that, I’d love to do a nice game viewing-focussed trip with you at some stage…! 😉 Thanks for all the effort with these viddies 🙏🏻
I’m so glad you enjoyed it and that the risk to be abit more personal with the video was meaningful to people! That’s what it’s all about! 🙃 we must chat, maybe some cool things line up!
@@RoamOverlanding 💪🏻😎
Can not agree more with you Villiers.
Man, this could very well be our favourite episode since watching when you were building your Jimny. The vulnerability was heartwarming, thank you for world class content!
Glad to her you enjoyed it! 👏🏻 some exciting stuff coming up
25:39 thank you for saying that about wild camping. Too many “wild campers” going around disrespecting other people’s property by just wanting stop where they want and leaving their crap and tyre tracks
Ive been watching you for years since the Jimmy days!. And it just occured to me that a few years ago to do something like this for me was impossible. I used to watch these videos as an escape. To dream with you. However my life is drastuaclly different now. and now I can actually start my own adventure. its justy blow my mind how much things can change with time. Never stop dreaming or believing.
thank you for the amazing videos
" ... a better YOU, is better for EVRYONE". Absolutely brilliant, content also 🙂
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WOW! On your own? This is going to be a good one, lemme go grab a Magnum icecream first and chillax with this Sunday's episode. Thank You
Hope you enjoyed it! 😅
@@RoamOverlanding You have no idea how much this video made an impact on me. That last 10 minutes. WOW.
You sir, are a natural. How well you put your thoughts into words, how well you know how to inspire other people to respect nature, each other, to engage and unite. More of you is exactly what probably the whole world, but specifically South Africa needs.
Awh Thanks man, thats a really nice comment to read! Im glad this episode resonated with you!
Everything about this chanel is 100 percent professional, down to the background music is suttle and so perfect for this video. Even the volume is perfect. Well done. The best overland chanel by far
Thank you so much 😀I’m glad the effort is appreciated
Thank you Thank you!! how you have opened my eyes Adrian. I am female, 72 years of age and have never stopped dreaming about the next adventure of which there have been many in the past. This particular Namibia trip definitely in my sights.. It has been such a fabulous hour watching you and your trip...
what a feast...to watch...tnks man
Great video thanks for posting. I did a solo two week self drive camping safari in Namibia last October. Hello from Ireland 🇮🇪
I totally agree with you, sometimes you need to get out there and get some time to recharge and improve your mental health and just breathe fresh air away from the cities and just enjoy the journey itself
Amen!
It looks like you've had a profound journey of self-discovery. A trip to clear the mind and soul, and recharge the senses. 👍
Yes! Thank you!
We are so enjoying watching your travel videos - Thank you so much for sharing your travels with us all
Awesome photography✨
This one reminded us of our Naminia trip many years ago - such lovely memories, sure makes us want to visit Namibia again
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Thank you for watching!! 🫶🏻 glad you could reminisce a bit with us!
I just got introduced to you last week in an XOverland video. This is the first of your videos I have watched. It’s one of the best videos I’ve seen in a very long time!! You have a new subscriber! I really liked your rant about the trash people leave behind at campsites. One of biggest pet peeves!! Your closing comments were spot on! I am so looking forward to checking out your other videos.
Welcome! Thanks for popping in and I’m so glad you enjoyed it! 👏🏻
Awesome Video. It’s really one of my bucket list items to do a solo trip one day and you always give us inspiration to do such trips.
I actually met you about 4 years ago at one of the offroad shows at the Dome in Jhb and I still have one of your stickers on my vehicle that I only recently purchased at that time. My build is very minimalistic compared to yours but it works for me. But your ideas inspired me to build it in that way.
Thanks again for all the inspiration to do what we love. Looking forward to the next trip!
I remember! I’m glad you enjoy the ideas and keeping it Simple is best! See you out there!
Eng.;".....wow wow wow!!! As a South African, I am loving every moment with yóu. Thanks for the details. Wish I Was There!!!
Afr.;".......baie dankie vir die awesome deel, wens ek was daar.
Riaan van Rooyen - Kaapstad ❤
We love this episode. We are big fans of your content from UK. We are now starting to overland in South Africa and really value your insight and advise. Thankyou , keep it coming ❤
Been to Namibia twice. Love the place. In the western US it is customary to stop and assist someone who needs help, no payment is expected. I always refuse if offered because i have been helped by a passer-by a time or two myself when on lonely desert or backcountry road. It's just the right thing to do.
Exactly! 👍🏻
Absolutely authentic and fantastic! You are trully racking up the memories, and when the time comes for the next chapters including fatherhood you will look back upon the pages of the chapters of your life and will be able to share those with your loved ones! It's amazing just looking through the lens of your camera and still enjoying a part of your life and journey. One day I hope to also do a little of what you do, God willing.
Thank you bro❤
Thank you so much for the kind words! 🙏🏻
You are a amazing man and content creator. I would love to inspire people and hope to get out there someday with you. Please keep 'em coming because I love watching you out there.
I appreciate that so much! Thank you! See you out there!
As much as I love your content about products and vehicle modifications, it’s videos like this that inspire me to get out and explore. This is definitely one of your best videos. Your passion for what you do is palpable and we’re here for it. Love it!!!
Awesome, thank you so much!
dang!....i watched this twice....fans the spirit of a bold mans soul..
So awesome to hear that Ray! 👏🏻
Awesome Adrian, thanks so much for this. Some of the points you made I really resonate with. Keep on rocking dude.
Harry
Glad you enjoyed it! Travel safe out there!
Wonderful video your night scenes were epic, so glad I discovered your channel,it was good for my soul!! Keep up the good work!!
Awesome! Thank you!
My favourite part of this video is Geel the old ballie :) what a legend
Such a legend!
Great episode Adrian. Amazing work. The story telling and cinematography are top shelf.
Glad you enjoyed it!
WoW!!! "Change you're environment"?!!! You got me hooked. Awesome Awesome Awesome!!!!❤
Hi Adrian, love your videos, thanks for your advice to look after ourselves. ❤❤
❤️❤️ thank you!
Thank you Adrian! I found you on the XOverland Africa series and I’m delighted to sub your channel!
Welcome!
I met you in Swakopmund after watching so many journeys with you and now you back, it makes all sense, my Namibia is the diamond of Africa, thank you for being back and this video is so well done, thx.
Those photos are epic mate!! Reminds me of parts of Australia so much. Namibia looks like such a special place.
It really is! The whole of Southern Africa Is, if you ever get a chance to rent a vehicle out here for even 2 weeks, it’s awesome!
An episode to show your photographic equipment and editing software would go down well, Adrian. An inspirational trip.
Thanks Keith, good idea 🤙🏻
Really awesome watching this
Quality content as Namibian abroad m surprising how good the land of brave, men keep telling it like it's 👍 👌
Lovely and Nice well Done and Keep up the good work! 👍 love from Sweden
Adrian I have to say I think this is one of your best videos. Great story and pace.
Your cinematography work and music selection on this one was inspired 🙌
Always good to slow down and get back to basics and do what makes you happy. Thank you.
Wow, thank you! So glad you appreciated it! ❤️
I sometimes wonder how much of the experience of the wilderness you lose by constantly concentrating on the camera.
Me too 🤣 but without that work I don’t get to do it, so if that’s what it takes to be I the bush, then it’s a deal!
Thank you for providing such amazing content! It's truly refreshing, and the motivational ending really sparked a fire in me. Your efforts are greatly appreciated. Please continue delivering this fantastic content to us!" Thank you!
You're so welcome!
Im touched by that spirit of helping others when travelling.
I moved from Belgium to Cape Town 7 years ago. Little I knew about overlanding, but man, how did I missed out! I am following your channel for a while and you inspired me to go overlanding. I did my first overlanding trip in Namibia 6 months ago with wife and kids and went to all those beautiful spots you showed on your Namibia episodes and more. The sense of joy, freedom and adventure is indescribable. The Cederberg is also my playground now. Your content is quality and you are a great story teller. Well done! BTW, Namtib Desert Lodge is such a gem!
So awesome to hear this! 👏🏻👏🏻 Namtib is a beaut!!
Just Wow Adrian. You captured the most unique aspects of the most beautiful country. The colours, geology and vastness, just stunning.
My pleasure!
Thank you indeed Adrian. I have spend many days going through your incredible Hilux build and have learnt more about it and the kit availability for it in 3 days than I have know about in the last 5 years. We to did a 3 week Bushlore hire in May/June this year to Kgalagadi and Namibia and this will so be usefull in the next step in setting up our own vehicle. Extremely well presented, narrated and yes, edited as I know all too well the time that takes. Cheers Ian
Great to hear! I have a walk around video releasing in the end of October/November where I will give a complete update on the entire process of the build over 3 years later. I have changed many things and would do a few things differently so keep an eye out for that video!
Excellent video, enjoyed that very much 🙏
your best vid ever
Ja Boet...this is your best work yet...REALLY enjoyed it...the whole package...and this inspired me to start planning...or is it non planning...my own solo trip...great work, keep this up.
Go for it! So awesome to hear!!
Amazing. Simply amazing. Please share your trip itinerary
Here in the netherlands where I lived now for 17 years people also just throught there trash out of car windows etc. I have been in many european countries and Namibia (home country) is much cleaner and pure/untouched. Enjoy!
That’s crazy to even hear, I always see the Netherlands as totally clean
Loved it. I plan on taking my Subaru Forrester on a trip like yours. You have really inspired me.
Go for it!
Thank you for Sharing, welcome to India! Stay Blessed!
Looked like a wonderful trip. There's something magical about hot air balloons 🎈.
Hello from Florida 🏄♂️ 🐬 🌞 🏖 🌊🏄♀️🤙
Hello there! 🎈
Wow. You have been to some beautiful spots there. Pity, one or two of them were ruined by human litter. But , wow.
Awesome video keep them coming
Thanks
Thank you for such a great video, being an expat living in Aussie, your videos bring me home and help a little with the home sickness !!
That makes me very happy to hear!
Wow. Adrian. You, my bud, are a good man.
Thank you kindly sir!
If I had a 4x4 I would love to Overlanding for the rest if my life
Brilliant, thank you. It makes those of us who aren't in a position to do some overlanding to at least continue to dream about it...and who knows, maybe one day....
One day Owen!
Hi Adrian, brilliant video as always and even more powerful ending - it was from the heart and think it touch everyone in his and hers own way - its needed to be heard and well done for doing that - its not easy to open one's soul up, inevitably when you do that it touches people!! - lovely - well done and looking forward to the next one!!
Thank you for the kind words! It means a lot to know that these videos are appreciated so deeply ❤️
Thanks Adrian for this episode, that is true you need to do things for you not your family,it is good for your soul.
Absolutely!
Tanx Dude it was amazing💥
Glad you liked it
Thanks for sharing your wonderful experience with us !
Thanks for the great video. It is so great to find people that are so passionate about what they do. I have been following for a while now, and have definitely put overlanding on my bucket list.
Thanks for watching!
So true, camped for a week while working, wife and girly at home, it worked so well. Agree.
Thank you I for inspiring us to start traveling
Go for it!
Great video and well said. It was great to see someone speaking about mental health and how the time spent by yourself out in wildness can be a real help. I hope to do some overlanding trips here in new Zealand if I could afford it all
There's just something about the Nambian Desert Outback, Words alone are just not enough.It's really a place of solitude.
Awesome episode! And well done on the footage and editing. Great job 👏
Thanks a ton!
A beautiful video indeed
Adriaan thank you so much for the advice toward the end . Truely inspiration , thank you . Appreciate you bro
I’m so glad you enjoyed it and it means something to you ❤️
50:00 , Thank you very much Adrian . I needed to hear this !
Thoroughly enjoyed the vid Adrian, the solo trip just brings a new dimension to your videos and also brings out some great perspectives . Thank you sir
Awesome, thank you!
I totally share your frustration w/some people's lack of respect for places they visit. My theory is these lowlifes don't have the brain capacity to think ie. extremely stupid. In Australia, we've had many places closed to vehicles due to idiotic behaviours like that. This weekend alone, I arrived at one of my favourite state forest free campgrounds at around noon, and the spot I picked still had its firepit smouldering. Clearly the people who stayed there before simply left w/o making sure it was 100% out. But that wasn't the worst part, the firepit was also full of empty beer bottles and aluminium cans - unbelievable. 🤬 Well done on your journey on the road less travelled. That's how I find hidden gems. 👍
Such a Pitty :(
Hi 👋 all the way from france 🇫🇷 Missing africa so much watching this video 😢
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"It's amazing how big and diverse Namibia is. I have been to a majority of the areas you went through, but surprisingly, I have never stayed at the campsite you mentioned. This just goes to show that there are still so many more places to explore. For your next visit, I highly recommend venturing into the remote areas in the northwestern parts of Namibia, specifically Koakoland. Marienfluss, in particular, is a wonderful location for capturing stunning photos. Recently, I had the opportunity to go there with a group of my friends, taking the adventurous Infermes Van Zyl's Pass. It was truly an amazing experience. Keep up the great work and happy travels!"
Thank you Josef! I am on my way up north in the next couple weeks! (Actually south of where I am right now in Zambia) I can’t wait to get back to a namibia!
Adrian this must be your best episode ever, thank you! There was complete silence while listening to you at the end of the episode, you spoke to our hearts. Well done :)
Wow, thank you!
Inspiring content...very connecting 🤩❤❤❤keep up!
Thank you so much 🤗
Thank you Adrian! Beautiful Journey…
Glad you enjoyed it!
aah, you make me so proud. this was a beautiful video. not only is your talent flipping amazing, the message and substance really stand out. you're the best Adrian x
Thank you so much!! 🙏🏻🙏🏻
As a big long time follower of your channel this was one of my favourite episodes, I appreciate you speaking to mental health and the importance of taking time for yourself. I’m picking up a Hilux to do some trips soon myself I was wondering if you purchased a fairly stock Hilux what would your first 3 upgrades be and why? Cannot wait to get some time away from the city. Thank you for inspiring us all and everything you do sir! 👌🏼
So glad this one resonated with you bud! Top 3 upgrades:
1. Good Tires (standard vehicles can do so much, but generally their tires are trash. I’ve been loving the General Grabber ATX and the AT3 LT, both excellent and done some hard trails with them, with no issues, but their on road manners are excellent too!)
2. A BushTech Canopy (Don’t play games here, just get the best from the start, because this opens up so many options for how you want to travel in the future.
3. An Air Compressor. So you actually deflate your tires and inflate them correctly. This is the number one way to prevent punctures and get improved offroad performance.
These things will get you out there and begin your journey, the rest can come with time and experience!
@@RoamOverlanding thank you mate! 🤘🏼
Insane series 💯
Keep it up!
Appreciate it!
Great episode Adrian! Thoroughly enjoyed it. If all goes well I will soon be heading out to realize a dream solo trip myself.
Remember: Don't buy it, build it yourself! 🙂
Go for it!
Great episode Adrian.I love your video's.I like the new way of presenting with a message.I'm twice your age biut learn so much from you.Thanks for the effort you put in to your work.
Great to hear! 🙏🏻
Love your videos. You do an excellent job. We are living in the UK at the moment ,but we can't wait to come back. My mate in Bela-Bela is busy building our Landcruiser Troopy overlander. In the meantime, we get inspiration from your videos.
Sounds great! That’s going to be amazing! Charge up your batteries and when you get here enjoy it to the max!
Great video! I find myself using my overlanding setup far too little, and I blame all sorts of things. Time. Weather. Other hobbies. Comfort. But it's all rubbish, and I just need to head out. Decided to drive across the country for a business meeting last week, slept in the mountains with a fantastic view from my roof top tent. Loved every moment of it (apart from the wind!). Will be doing this more often, fitting the overlanding into my working life :)
Now I'm considering rebuilding the setup with an RSI Smart Cap and setting up a mattress in the back of the truck. Avoiding issues with wind, and making for a much faster camp setup. Ease of use = more use?
Sounds epic! Ease of use is definitely the trick! 🤙🏻🤙🏻 make the most of your adventures!
@@RoamOverlanding Yeah it was great, and I learnt quite a bit about the truck setup that I think I can improve on to make it easier to set up camp super quickly if I'm heading off into un-known terrain without a camp site in mind ;)
I liked it just a bit shocked at the price of the air balloons and how much their chalet probably cost
That was a lot like an ASPW expedition
Awsome vid, was so good! Like the self focus on what matters! Thx for sharing!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Been waiting for this.,😎😎😎🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗
Enjoy!
That's a good life.
We really enjoyed this episode! Thanks for sharing with us!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Great episode Adrian, one of your best on so many levels, well done 🙌
Thanks a mil!
We've been waiting for the next instalment of the solo trip! Awesome 59 minutes spent 😉 Well worth the wait...Now for the rest of the trip!
Hope you enjoyed it!! 👏🏻👏🏻
@@RoamOverlanding Absolutely! It’s refreshing to see a different take as opposed to the usual Namibia stuff(which I’m sure you’ll cover anyway). Will you be sharing the route tracks from tracks4africa at all for those of us that would like to traverse the same or similar journey?
I don’t like to share my routes publiclyc but I’ll happily share them with my Patreon members if they request them. I like it if people go out on their own exciting adventures and not just follow my footsteps to the tee
Hi Adrian, Enjoyed this video but it would have been great if you shared the campsites you stayed at, especially the valley of 1000 hills and the one before that. I totally agree with you about people respecting the land.
Great suggestion! I was actually supposed to add it but forgot 😅 the names are Namibs Valley of a Thousand hills, and Bushman’s camp, Sossus By foot
I loved the video
I love love love loooove your channel, thank you for sharing your experiences, it really impacts our lives and the way we see life❤
Thank you so much! I’m so glad my work means something to people 🙏🏻
19:39 Beautiful sand dune.
Awesome work and episode. A clear mind is very important. Cant wait for the next one.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Personally, I love the video, especially the Country Namibia. Although my opinion is that there is a line where luxury should not be taken to the bush. After all the reason for getting away should be the simplicity of the life without all electronics. But all people are not the same so well done on your rig and trip. One thing I have learnt is to go with the minimum electronics and laugh if you want my old faithful Honda generator although luckily, I never had to use it ever.
Each person has their way of doing these things 🤙🏻 most important to me is that people go out and do it, whether it’s with a 3000w inverter or a Honda generator 🤣 thanks for the feedback Schalk!