Baviaans Ep3 First Time In a Landcruiser 79 Overlanding The Baviaanskloof ROAM Overlanding

Waking up to a magnificent campsite in the Baviaanskloof, we take a slow morning to get ourselves ready for an epic adventure Overlanding through some incredible scenery. I get behind the wheel of a Landcruiser 79 Series for the first time as we meander through theh Baviaans, stopping for fresh roosterkoek at Vera's Restaurant and then making our way toward the Sewefontein farm where we walk through the wild fig tree forest and drink from one of them many clean mountain spring fountains. The landcruiser and Hiluxes bring us safely to our next campsite Doringkloof; where we might not be at a bushcamp, our afternoon doesnt suffer for a second, we have a lovely braai during sunset and enjoy the milkyway over us!
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[@seckintufan5191]

Very nice comparison of Hilux Vs land cruiser. I hope one day Isuzu friend will join you and we can see how Isuzu will do against Toyotas

[@rcworldKenya]

Anytime Land Cruiser Pick up LC79 rocks !👍

[@filimitproductions6232]

I absolutely love the 79series, the V8 rumbling but that cabin rattle go me thinking twice lol.. you guys are living.

[@Fergus_Afrique]

Well done Adrian 👍. I must say however that I’m eagerly waiting for an update on the Isuzu.

[@RoamOverlanding]

think ill upload a video soon on the Isuzu. It might be a wednesday update instead of sunday; I'll see how I can schedule it.

[@bravofoxable]

Baviaanskloof is something else hey.... Spectacular. Nice video and yeah, awaiting that Isuzu episode

[@sakarihannula]

What an amazing journey you are having with lovely friends. This is what makes one's life great!

[@fatmanoverlanding]

Well done on this episode. A pleasing showcase on remarkable places to visit in Sth Africa. When on tarmac, and unless towing a heavy trailer, the Hilux is the more comfortable and less tiring vehicle to be in. It's quiter, has supportive seats and more modern inside. It's when the road finishes, and the track starts that the 70 Series shines. Give it a real off-road challenge and it'll show it's a class above and conquer.

[@hamiltonmakhasi5785]

Awesome video Andrian, that Toyota Landcruiser is amazing the split splash when cross the river made it look good and beautiful

[@livingworkingoutsidebox]

Love finding local spots like that.

[@cruzer244]

Well done on this video! One forget’s on how beautiful South Africa is. Thanks for sharing it with us!

[@swatnet856]

It's nice to see a different kind of Overland video, nice work Buddy

[@plodders]

Another awesome video, thank you 👊🏻😃

[@ashrafmahmoodlimbada8381]

Yho that Sound! V8!

[@kenno030]

Another great vid Adrian. The 79 is at home in the outback in SA or here in Australia 🇦🇺. Looking forward to the next vid🤙

[@wejumpedin]

Love your videos Adrian!!!

[@stuartmaclean5572]

Great episode. Thanks for the incredible content.

[@RoamOverlanding]

Thanks for watching!

[@wabirus]

EPIC. Enjoying all the way from 🇰🇪

[@johannjonck]

We also slept over at Doringkloof, in one of the chalets, that same night. We arrived late afternoon and apparently missed all the mountain bikers 😁 I also over landed the kloof from Willowmore to Patensie with a Hilux GD6 2.4, stock standard. I’ve just upgraded the tyres and I love it. Great episode and adventure!

[@justicemotaung4892]

The scenery was spectacular. Thank you guys for your quality editing as well.

[@RoamOverlanding]

Thanks you for tuning in! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@tviray25]

Would love to see extra details like fuel consumption and every when do you refuel and where, etc. Love your videos!!

[@fozantalal4381]

I like this channel, it's so soothing👍

[@francoisrossouw1656]

Talk about an investment car then a “ Cruiser” is one. The demand and fetch is so high. Beautiful scenery and exploring opportunities.

[@RoamOverlanding]

Yup the prices have gone crazy these days!

[@trevormakgobalo4829]

Beautiful place! Loved the video but I must say I feel like the videos are too short, considering we wait for 7 days for the next episode.

[@RoamOverlanding]

Hahah glad you enjoyed though!

[@TheCrumbyBeard]

Absolutely loving this series. Really digging where you're taking this channel since those early days of the Jimny. I may or may not have convinced my other-half to purchase her Jimny off the back of your early videos! 😂

[@RoamOverlanding]

SO glad youre enjoying it! :D

[@hasthikaellepola9232]

🔥🔥🔥❤️❤️❤️🇱🇰🇱🇰🇱🇰

[@4WheelingSA]

You have turned the same bacon twice… 🤪🤣 Cool video. 👍🏻👊🏻

[@RoamOverlanding]

Hahah 🐷

[@HammerRocks]

This series is making me want more than I already do, to do an overland trip in Sth Africa. Some superb locations you've shown so far. Looking forward to the next episode. IMO, when on bitumen, the Hilux is the better vehicle to be in. But when doing challenging off-road tracks, the 79 Series Land Cruiser is several cuts above. Plus it has a cool old school look, that it seems never gets old (ironically).

[@RoamOverlanding]

Just wait for the next episode…. I started assembling it yesterday and I’m craving to get back out there! 😂 the Hilux is a multi tool; the cruiser is a chainsaw 😂🤓

[@samuel70911]

Felt very short. 🤦🏾‍♂️ Amazing content.

[@christophersaul]

Glad you enjoyed the 79. I upgrade the brake discs and calipers on my Troopy, a Jmacx brake booster is being fitted soon as well. Even at just about GVM it really needs the upgrade.

[@RoamOverlanding]

Absolutely! I envision a terrain tamer break booster and a Powerbrake big break kit on the future 👌🏻

[@HammerRocks]

Brakes (incl. handbrakes) is widely know as Toyota 4WDs Achilles heal. I have an 80 Series Land Cruiser, and the very first mod I did when I got it in 2018 was to upgrade the brakes with straight swap high performance heavy duty dba rotors and Bendix pads. And the improvements where immediately felt.

[@Malc664]

Great videos. Just as I settle in the show finishes. Feel free to extend episodes. I for one can handle an hour of adventures. Camp talks or anything that goes with car camping.

[@RoamOverlanding]

Hahah noted! I try and just let the story tell itself and let it be as long as the content I have for a given time. It's always difficult to strike a balance between a comfortable duration thats entertaining and something that is a bit too long and boring. One of my favourite things to do is watch the series again once all the episodes are out, its fun to relive the experience :D

[@Malc664]

@@RoamOverlanding Time goes fast because you're doing a great job. Thanks for sharing.

[@oaitsemoremi5657]

First comment !🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@godfriededwardjephta8605]

👍

[@heroldbaloyi9285]

Third ❤

[@michaeldande]

hi thanks again, for another lovely video, am watching from Namibia, Love your Series, Question The Tray on the Landcruiser is it available for Purchase in South Aafrica or in Namibia And Whats the Entire Product Name Please Assist"Michael"

[@RoamOverlanding]

Hey Michael! I’m so glad you’re enjoying it! Yes the Tray is available on the market from BushTech Canopies, it’s called the X-Series Canopy and Tray 👌🏻

[@jacquesD4D]

Great video bud. How is the tires holding up

[@RoamOverlanding]

They doing sooo good

[@kenperidas]

Second Comment 🤙

[@Paul-RSA]

Another great video, way too short though haha! I just don't see the appeal of the Land Cruiser for the average overlander, they are uncomfortable and overpriced. Far better all round vehicles out there for a ton less money that don't need any modifications. Keep up the great work!

[@RoamOverlanding]

I agree with the cruiser, it’s definitely a niche vehicle that you have to be very well financed to make good. But when it’s good, it’s the great 👌🏻

[@uzumlubay]

Hi Adrian, another KZbin channel I follow, Tread the Globe, are travelling round the World in a camper van. They are currently in their 3rd or 4th year and have had to change routes a number of times due to covid and politics. This week they announced their new route, currently they are doing States,. Canada and Mexico, next will be Australia then Asia then finally Southern Africa. Maybe you could show them a little of the area when they arrive in a couple of years time. They would not be able to follow you to your more interesting destinations as their camper van is an 18.5 year old Fiat Iveco.

[@RoamOverlanding]

That would be very interesting indeed! Sounds like they are on an amazing adventure I’ll check them out

[@uzumlubay]

@@RoamOverlanding They give details of their planning in video posted last week titled "Van life we've got exciting news to share" when 29.30 minutes remain.

[@davidkelroe-cooke4766]

Enjoying your videos! I plan to head down that part of the world next year. I tow an Invader off-road camper with a new Fortuner 2.8. How is the road through the Banian’s Kloof for towing?

[@RoamOverlanding]

It should be fine in the dry season, and I think quite tricky/dangerous if it’s very wet! So just keep in touch with the local farms and campsites to find out about water levels

[@jacobbesele8713]

I like over landing in my all of my hard But I like to ask from you how to take your truck to Australia?

[@dusty_cruizer]

Very nice trip! What roofrack is on the cruiser? K9? What length? Thanks 👍

[@RoamOverlanding]

Yup, K9; it’s their standard one for the 79dc; not sure on the specifics but it’s nice and big

[@EWOverland]

Nice places, are this Suth Africa ?

[@labourlawact7826]

Afrique du Sud

[@RoamOverlanding]

Indeed! This whole series will cover places on South Africa 👌🏻

[@nqumthemba]

Do you see yourself owning Cruiser in the future,after testing its raw power.?

[@RoamOverlanding]

I love the power; but I think there are many other factors holding me back from a cruiser; a big one is not having an automatic gearbox; then its down to how much work has to go into it to make it a comfortable driving experience.

[@henniezeeman6708]

Forth coment🗿

[@Greg65]

Landcruisers are over rated, heavy and over priced, yes, they will last a lifetime (and beyond), i`d rather have a 4x4 Hilux or a Fortuner!

[@RoamOverlanding]

I think I’m in agreement with you bud! 😂 but the price of Hilux’s at the moment are pretty bananas too

[@jimbojims]

They’re not overrated, they’re just built to handle far more demanding situations than what you’re using them for. No disrespect but a Subaru could have done that trip. There wasn’t really any 4x4ing that I saw. Landcruisers are built for an overland of the African continent or the Russian Arctic etc. Not necessarily what the average overlander needs but that’s their design and durability intent.

[@explorewithmarcus]

@@jimbojims Completely agree with you there.