Where does a group of keen overlanders go for their first major expedition? The Karoo, with its vast open spaces, star-studded skies and good gravel roads, must surely feature. By Aslam Mxolisi Tawana (aka Black Boy Adventures)
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Driving South Africa’s longest gravel road
Leading between Ceres and Calvinia, the R355 is reported to be South Africa’s longest uninterrupted gravel road. For some 250km, it runs more or less dead straight through the stark beauty of the Karoo. Reason enough to detour off the highway? Dirt road lover Johan Heyneke thinks so.
In search of the Cederberg and Tankwa’s vast vistas
The remote roads in this quiet corner of the Western Cape reward visitors with endless views. After months at home, the mountain passes of the Cederberg and Tankwa Karoo were just what we needed. By Johann Groenewald
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