Overlanding Mabuasehube, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park
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- Опубліковано 2 вер 2023
- Overlanding Mabuasehube, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park
Join Venessa and I as well as some friends for another overlanding adventure as we go camping in the Mabuasehube Game Reserve (part of the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park) in Botswana.
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Thanks to all the guys for your help and an awesome trip!
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Reese @thatiskiff
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Things didn't go exactly as planned on this trip (again) but we still had an amazing time! I will be changing my setup completely in the coming months so keep an eye out for that... If you enjoyed the video please consider giving it a Thanks or join Patreon to help me continue producing content like this.
I get discouraged having to fix a puncture so heaps of respect for everyone’s effort in thís episode. 🙌🏼
Epic content as always Chris! 🙌🏼
@getoutgo that was a fantastic episode! I love that you don’t “so Ja lekker..” when narrating as well. Not sure why we saffas do that (personal pet peave). Really pro videography and interesting content. You also have my wife excited for overlanding now - which I have to thank you for! Have to ask - what happened to your rig that got you to R80k mark? Sheesh.. must have been major. Excellent Job!
Thanks! Check out my Namibia series; the dual battery broke loose, caused a short and cooked the main wiring loom (just that part alone was R20k)...
Incredible video and editing.
Interesting trailer experience.
Been dreaming of a Conqueror Commander to allow me to be remote and still in contact with work (power, Starlink, some aircon, etc) - which would work out to be pretty expensive.
Also keen of the idea of easy setup (with insta-awn, etc) and being able to leave camp setup on early game drives with no fuss.
Thought the conqueror (with air suspension, etc) would allow that and to go as tough as I might like.
So would like to see your evaluation of setup options you might consider based on your experience.
@@MarcWilson1000Thanks Marc! I've partnered with Outdoor Campers to review various platforms over the next few months as I decide myself what the next setup is.
Just love the moment Ed arrives in the camp....the greetings the laughter the happiness to be there.... it's awesome!!!
Couldn't agree more!
Christoff, that footage of the lions was absolutely breathtaking! It’s evident you have a keen eye for capturing the beauty and essence of nature. It’s also admirable how you handle adversity; having mechanical breakdowns in such a remote location can be daunting, but reaching out to Ed and Ryan and their willingness to help just goes to show the strength of the overlanding community. Wishing you many more safe and awe-inspiring journeys!
Thank you, glad you enjoyed it! One of the best aspects of overlanding is usually the overlanders 😉
Another cracker episode Chris! Glad to be a part of this one 🙏 we need to go to botsalano again for that Katemba poitjie though 😂 well done V on opening the cans 😉 keep up the great work Chris!
😂 100%! Thanks again for bringing those shocks, you gents are legends!
Great legendary overlanders on one trip. What an awesome experience
Another great episode! Even better to see the African Ranger boots doing what they do best🙌 thanks for the support Christoff
Thanks guys, really enjoying the boots!
Oh man. The wildlife 🦁 in this episode is just amazing 🙌🏻 Just absolutely incredible. Loved watching this one. 😃👏🏻👊🏼
Thank you! Yes, Mabua is amazing, thanks for watching!
I’m booked in for a month next year in SA to stay in places like this. It’s a bit of a homecoming of course, and a chance to reunite with old friends. Sadly my wife passed away a few months ago, so this next trip will be a challenge without her at my side. But I’ll leave some of her ashes behind so that her “Africa feet” stay rooted in a place she loved deeply.
So sorry for your loss and that is a beautiful gesture! My ashes will one day also come to rest in the Kalahari.
Ncoooh man, the segment when Ryan and Ed joins you and you gents are just happy to see each other, I see profound connection, so dope 🫶🏾👌🏾
A band of brothers 😉
Ed and Ryan always help out... My guess was right. Good bro'z
great episode Chris! You, Ed n Ryan are brothers for life.
I liked the positive attitude during those breakdowns
Thank you!
Yip, it's true. That Kalahari sand in your shoes draws you back time and again. Fabulous video.
Thank you!
Edward bath to the rescue with his 200 series this I have to watch till the end now!!!
Love your work mates keep it up.
Toyota is just the best...
Thank you!
Always thoroughly enjoyable even with the trials! These lions were AMAZING 😂
Thanks for the awesome video U guys are legends.
Thanks
How awesome that Ed and Ryan made a plan to visit!!!
absolutely loved this
Great video - thank you, brought back good memories.
It also highlighted how crazy I was to do Mabua on my own!!!
Incredible to have friends who go to those lengths to help you out- Lekker!
Great video Chris. The camp reviews are always fairly done. The lion footage was some of the best ever. The instructional portion on opening tins was very funny. Ed, Ryan and Reese to the rescue, like an old time western movie! Keep up the great work.
Thanks Doug, glad you enjoyed it!
loved it when i saw ED's car enter the gate!
Oh this is absolutely amazing..
I was waiting for a trip like this for ages...was hoping that Ed and Ryan would also join.. hopefully next trip
The Lions pictures were Amazing loved your broadcast tks
When she used the sharp end of the knife to scrape the onion off the board, I cried. Always use the blunt end. Awesome video.
👍 thanks
Excellent video as always Christoff. It's wild how often Conqueror trailers fail in the Kgalagadi. They seem to chow through suspension and even frames over there.
Thanks! I sold mine last week, revisiting my whole setup soon…
Baie lekker Chris! 😂
Thanks Lungelo! 😂
Hahahaha and then the rest of the crew arrived .. it's awesome to see all these big UA-cam legends having a trip together
They saved my bacon on this one! 😂
Great video Chris, one thing I enjoyed is that you also showed the challenges that you go through at times. The gents and lady also supportive though obstacles. That is Magic as you guys always say.❤❤
Thanks! Yup, these trips are always great if you have good company, then it’s not so bad when thing go wrong…
One of my dream destinations, and one I will make a reality soon. Love your easy presentation style and fantastic footage. Can't wait for more
Thank you!
Good day Chris. I enjoyed the episode here in Botswana. This is great
What a ripper, awesome to see everyone together 🤙👍
Thanks Paul!
man, it got mad exciting when the whole squad pulled through, Shout out to ED and Ryan.Lekker episode Chris..🙂🙂🙂👌👌👌
Thank you!
Thoroughly enjoyed this. Thank you for sharing!
My pleasure!
Great episode Christoff alles uitgewerk op die einde epic footage
Dankie Shaun!
Awesome to have great friends and comrades like that.
💯
Great video. You guys definitely persevere when the going gets tough
Thanks! We try hey 😂
Beautiful video yet again. Sorry about the problems you went through but they are part and parcel of it.. That "meanwhile at the gate" part with Ed and Ryan arriving wooow, goosebumps 👌👌
Thank you so much!
Great video, sorry for repairs expenses. Keep up the good work🦁
Thank you!
Amazing
Well done on a great episode Chris. One of the best lion footage with the perfect blend of music. Also, great narratives blended with really good editing. Overall, really envious to not be there 😉
Thanks Cameron!
We Love it!!
After this, I subscribed ! Amazing travel vlog..!
Thanks for traveling along!
Nice trip ! - yes bolts and nuts under the vehicle sand , dust and vibration - not good - the lesson here is always assume the bolts are toast and a good small angle grinder and new bolts are part of shock replacement i suppose
Hi Christoff,
Outstanding video. Loved the content, visuals, sound, editing and the story you shared!
Keep them coming!! :-)
Thank you!
Howzit Chris, I too also own a military tuff conqueror🤨 and found this episode extremely informative. Definitely will be packing a spare set of shocks, nuts, bolts and washers. That’s over and above the spare wheel bearings that they recommend you carry. I reckon you guys handled the situation pretty well and having great bunch of mates goes a long way to easing the problem. I do recommend investing in a 5 pound hammer, very useful for dondering in tent pegs and now those pesky bolts. Great job and thanks ❤
Hi Trevor, they're great trailers but I think the suspension battles with tough terrain so some spare parts are a good idea!
Incredible footage of the lions!!!
Thank you!
Great video, you really captured Mabua perfectly.
Thanks a lot!
That Lion sighting though!
Africa is amazing as usual.
💯
awesome vide. yourquality of filming definately improving by every upload. the lion scene was fantastic. Ed and Ryan absolutely fantastic to help a friend in need. well done. keep on going
Thank you!
This will be one off my dream trips
I can highly recommend it!
Can’t wait to watch!! Ash and I are furiously adding more places to go when we get back.
Would be awesome to camp some more with you guys next time!
Great Video!! Jim Green's are great, also!!
Yes they are!
Great episode Chris. Africa is beautiful
Thank you! It sure is!
PS. Apologies to AppleTV users; it seems there are a few audio issues in this video on these devices. I'm still trying to figure out why...
For some reason, I thought there weren't going to be any vehicle problems on this trip! Foolish of me. Your friends all stepped up to the plate, though, as well as the mechanics along the way. Truly amazing game footage though, and lovely that your wife comes with you on so many trips.
I need a holiday (with no breakdowns) 😂 The wildlife was amazing though and the company even better!
Wow,,that was beautifully filmed. I'm very envious. Greetings from a Saffa in Australia!
Thank you very much!
Quite an adventure this trip!
Definitely!
Thanks for the content: greetings from Austria.🇦🇹
Griaß di! Vielen dank 😉
When you said someone special is bringing the shocks i guessed...Edward. Nd when i saw him i just smilled, then realised he is with Ryan. I like how you guys always look up for one another.
Ed and Ryan are legends!
Code word is Amazing!
Nice meeting you sir!
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Morning Get Out Go Enjoy You'r Trip I Watching frm;Philippines God Bless you,
Thank you!
How Amazing was this video code wore AMAZING
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Have so enjoyed visiting the Kgalagadi in my armchair…thanks!
Glad you enjoyed it Karin, thanks for watching!
Thanks very special
Watching from New Zealand.😊👍
Thanks for watching!
Good stuff.... Waiting for Ed's.... Next level 😂😂
Magic! 😉
Such an amazing video,I came across your vehicle on Sunday on the vaalwater road
Thank you! Yes, we were at Matamba
EXCELLENT
Thank you!
What experience but still well done
Nice trip folks ! Out of Canada here !
Thank you! 👍
Awesome video Chris💪🏻😎
Thanks Boet!
Hi Chris. Nice to see wife join you on the trip. I also have a Companion 2010 model and it is just a very nice off-road caravan. When I bought it, it had Safari shocks but quickly replaced it with Monroe's because the Safari shocks keep on failing me. I used the Monroe's for the next about 10 years traveling Namibia, Botswana (Moremi) Zimbabwe (Mana Pools) and decided in 2022 to replaced it because of the upcoming Mabua trip. I was advised to use Tough Dogs. We travelled through the Kalagadi to Mabua and before Matopi I realised that the brand new Tough Dogs both sides failed. I had to do the rest of the trip with NO shocks, going very slow (No ED and Ryan to help me out). The Tough Dogs also failed some other travelers I know. I replaced it again with Monroe's and did Namaqualand Nature Reserve, we did Moremi again and the shocks are still in excellent condition. I believe the Bilstein's you have on now are also very good. I would like to hear what your opinion is of them. I enjoyed your trip very much. Thanks and keep on posting.
Thanks Paul! I sold the trailer last week. I will be starting with a new build (probably early next year), I don't want to tow anymore.
Great video Christoff! Loved the breakdown adventure too! 👌Ed and Ryan are real china's!
Thanks, they sure are!!
Dankie, was great om julle te kon ontmoet, julle is ‘n klomp bakgat manne!
Selfde Johan!
Wow you make amazing videos good wishes from Bangladesh 👏
Thank you!
Botswana is a beauty
Ke rata Botswana! ❤️
Code word …Amazing
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@getoutgo
nice to watch your vedios. Always inspired by your activities. Am always driving through DRC pedicle road quite a treacherous road, with Kubu island ball dust.
Just some advise to you & the other overlander with forward facing snorkel, add a bakers sanitation cap to the top of the snorkel acts like a pre-filter.
Give me a heads up or a mention once you find this helpfull
Thank you!
Amazing video! What gear are you using in terms of camera? And for you timelapses? 🤙🏼
Thanks! I use Canon, GoPro and DJI. Full camera gear video on Patreon
The problem when suspensions get complicated it leads to more problems. If your van had leaf springs you could have completed the trip without any problems. Well done on a great video it makes me want to pack and go to the Kalagadi.
Thanks and agreed!
Beautiful video as always Chris, question about the radios. What licenses/permits do you need to use those in Bots, Nam, Zim and Zam ?
Thank you. In SA we’re on ORRA. Bots you need a BOCRA license and Namibia CRAN. Zim amd Zam I’m not sure.
Hey Christoff, another great episode as always! What brand of fire starter gas stick are you using?
Thank you! I think I got it from Builders Warehouse
Excellent video again! Thanks for sharing! Breakdowns will happen but you had good company to help..
How do YOU go about making your bookings for Mabua? Do you make use of a agent or do it yourself?
Keep up the work! You inspire a lot of us!
Thank you! I use Botswana Footprints to book any DWNP / Bigfoot sites
Well done! Sorry about the trailer trouble…
Thanks Henk! Trailer is sold so no more trouble with it 😉
Hi Chris, You sure had some challenges but nevertheless well done on a great video. Very special times.
A question.. your braai grid looks fantastic and practical....Where I’d you acquire it? Keep up the good work. Cheers Mark
Thanks Mark! I think I bought it at Outdoor Warehouse a few years back. I haven't seen it in store recently though
Thanks Chris Appreciate and good luck in getting the “tuner” sorted
@@markledeboer7210 Thanks Mark, I'm putting in the new MAF sensor next week (with a service), hopefully that sort it out 👍
Codeword is Amazing
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Hi Chris, I wanted to ask you what camera gear you use for your videos, awesome quality.
Thanks Terry! I use primarily Canon dslr’s and gopro’s for action shots. More info here www.patreon.com/posts/64111007
1m x 10 mm threated round bar, I go no where with out it, + 2 x wheel bearings + 1 x full 🥸set of leaf spring for my trailer, never had to use it, after 1 blade broke from Mana Pools. love Africa
I usually have spare wheel bearings and we managed to scrounge enough 19 bolts and nuts but 2 spare shocks? I don’t carry those… Seriously considering carrying a cordless rattle gun after this as well 😂 And yes, love Africa as well 👍
I just 💕🇿🇦
Kgalagadi has the toughest soft sandy tracks eish😢😂😂
Great video! Sorry Bout the car trouble, partner the adventure but can be very demoralizing! I am heading they way next year and wanted to ask: how much water did you use on average?
Thanks! If we use the trailer’s shower (dewhot geyser and sureflow pump) we shower in 5-7l water each (we like to shower every day). Then a little more for dishes as well and drinking water separately (we carried 40l drinking water, used half). The trailer had 160l of water (and I have a 60l tank in the car which we didn’t use any of this time). In CKGR we used one of those Garden master pressurized pesticide bottles. With that we can both shower in 5l of water!
Thanks!
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Hi. Need some more info regarding mpaya camp site please. Nd also the cutline from kokotsha to mabua gate
Feel free to check out my Patreon page. I help Adventurer and Overlander Patrons with route planning www.patreon.com/getoutgo
Has anyone shared this video with @GEDOREgroup yet? 😂
I like the song but i don't understand what they say but i feel
It took me a while to notice you have a pony tail🤫
Yup 🙂
Where did you buy the wood you used, it looks very dry and hard?
We bought in Jwaneng at the Shell fuel station (P35 a bag) and Ed bought bundles at the Mabua gate (will ask how much that was)
Just curious why you use that gas wand to get the fire going rather than chopping kindling? It seems very common in SA but I’ve never come across it in North America. Cheers
We mostly have hardwood (camelthorn, sekelbush, rooibush, mopani, acacia etc). You’re going to be chopping for hours just to make a little kindling 😉
The lines were implemented to stop cross border migration of cattle and curb, monitor and restrict the spread bovine diseases. This was necessary to approve Botswana for international meat trading.
The cutlines are not fenced so not sure how that would curb migration? As far as I know they primarily serve as firebreaks but are used as roads as well obviously
What was that jam at the beginning 😂
With the bread? Strawberry 😉 The cans (I always struggle to open) are diced tomatoes
If i may ask why dont you recommend wild camping is Africa?
Because for the most part it just isn’t safe.