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Setting Up a Bush Shower That Won’t Attract Predators — My Simple System

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Taking a shower in the African bush sounds like a dream, until you remember you’re sharing the wilderness with lions, hyenas, and other curious creatures. How do you stay clean and safe? After 30+ years camping across the continent, I’ve perfected a bush shower system that lets me stay clean …

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Camping Through Africa’s Rainy Season: How I Stayed Dry

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Water gushed through our campsite as I watched my sleeping bag float away. That was my first — and nearly last — rainy season camping experience in Africa. Twenty years later, I now specifically choose to camp during what most tourists avoid: the wet months. The secret? It’s Africa’s best-kept …

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My Morning Routine When Camping in Big Cat Country — Safety Steps That Could Save Your Life

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Waking up in the heart of a big cat country isn’t your typical morning — every sound, every shadow feels alive. One wrong move during those vulnerable dawn hours can put you in danger. Knowing how to start the day safely can make all the difference between an unforgettable adventure …

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How to Plan an Overlanding Route That Hits Africa’s Hidden Gems But Avoids the Tourist Traps

How to Plan an Overlanding Route That Hits Africa's Hidden Gems But Avoids the Tourist Traps

Planning an overlanding trip across Africa can feel like juggling a thousand details at once, especially when you want to discover the continent’s hidden gems without getting stuck in the usual tourist traps. Trust me, after years of traveling Africa’s backroads, I’ve learned how to craft routes that lead to …

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How I Filter Water from African Rivers Without Getting Parasites — My Tried and Tested Method

How I Filter Water from African Rivers Without Getting Parasites — My Tried and Tested Method

Finding clean water in Africa’s wild is one of the biggest challenges a traveler can face. The rivers look inviting, but hiding in those clear waters are tiny threats that can ruin your trip, or worse. After many adventures and a few mistakes, I discovered a method to filter river …

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Surviving a Thunderstorm in a Rooftop Tent: My Terrifying Experience and What I Learned

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You’re lying comfortably in a rooftop tent, nestled above the earth, surrounded by nature. The night is calm, the stars are out, and everything feels perfect — until you hear it. The distant rumble of thunder. And then, out of nowhere, a fierce storm hits. What happened next is something …

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Setting Up Camp in Lion Territory: My Night-Time Routine That Kept Me Safe

Setting Up Camp in Lion Territory: My Night-Time Routine That Kept Me Safe

You’ve set up camp under the African sky, surrounded by the sounds of the wild. But there’s one problem — you’re in lion territory. As the sun sets, the atmosphere shifts. Every rustle in the bushes, every distant roar, seems magnified. How do you stay safe when you’re in the …

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How to Camp Among Elephants Without Getting Trampled — My Close Encounters and Safety Tips

How to Camp Among Elephants Without Getting Trampled — My Close Encounters and Safety Tips

It’s late afternoon in Africa, and you’re setting up camp. The air is thick with anticipation as the sun sets, casting a golden glow over the savannah. Then, out of nowhere, a herd of elephants appears, marching right through your campsite. You freeze, heart racing — will they trample your …

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How I Survived a Week Camping in the Serengeti — And How You Can Too

How to Survive Camping in the Serengeti

Imagine waking up to the sound of a lion’s roar echoing across the plains. You step outside your tent, and a herd of wildebeests is grazing just a few meters away. This was my reality during a week of camping in the Serengeti, one of the most famous wildlife reserves …

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