Driving Our UK Van in an African Country We've Never Heard of [S9-E4]

[@NickyKriel]

I spent 13 months travelling in my 2 wheel mercedes sprinter campervan through South Africa, Namibia, Zambia, Malawi, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Lesotho, Eswatini and Mozambique

[@edithmiller3114]

There is nothing more beautiful than an African sunset. So happy you are enjoying my wonderful Africa!

[@lindawebster5336]

One thing I have taken from all these videos is that Marianne is a fantastic driver. Itake my hat off to you. Love the videos

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks Linda 😉

[@mickkoeford4526]

Amazing guys there are no words! Iam an Aussie and have been watching you guys probably from when you were in Turkey. An absolute inspiration! Life is full of changes and you guys are bloody great !

[@turhanozturk1982]

🎉Wow 🎉 You'll have had a lot of stories to tell to your grandchildren when the time comes. Another adventurous episode. I also grimaced my face when you crossed the croc creeks "two times" fingers crossed. It's an Africa we most of the average world citizens might have never dreamed of... Good luck ❤

[@R.A.G.E01]

Hi..I'm actually from Eswatini and I've never been so happy to see visitors feel this way about the scenery of our country ❤❤🇸🇿🇸🇿🇸🇿

[@vk33771]

The giraffes were as curious about you as you were them. They seemed to be thinking, "Aren't we lucky to have spotted two Brits on our forage today?"

[@bedofromkokstad9034]

That red bush was bougainvillea.

[@susandebruin8648]

Yes, and they need a lot of sunlight

[@juanitacourtaillac3885]

Guys there is so much to see in Southern Africa. So many beautiful mountains and wildlife parks. The bush you saw with the flowers was a Bougainville. I'm loving your trip. Cultural dancing was awesome.

[@tessb3039]

The fire and drum water heater is called a donkey 😂

[@sscarrful]

Most people don't know this. My dad built one a few months ago on their smallholding due to loadshedding.

[@ellabook15]

Ahh the memories of getting up too early to fire up the donkey, and then have some roosterbrood and condensed milk coffee before the sun rises.

[@ragbag46]

@@tessb3039 also on ships we had a so called “donkey boiler” to supply steam for driving the main diesel engine auxiliary pumps. This was a long time ago, today the modern ships have smaller auxiliary diesels generating electricity to drive all the auxiliaries elec motors.

[@sveng3192]

Truly Afrikaans!

[@elsadebeer934]

That's called a donkey had it on the farm in Limpopo

[@dkay4993]

Honestly, I held my breath and almost closed my eyes as you crossed that second stretch of water!! Well done - at least we know you did get home safely! 🚌🚌🚌

[@izzzzzz6]

Keep they tyre pressure super low off road guys. Will give you a much smoother ride and help if you start to get stuck.

[@ianleonard2983]

That shot of the five Griraffes is the best of your trip. Well done !

[@katewilliams4876]

Africa changes you. It’s magical!!❤ I can’t remember a better sunset than the one in Zambia on the river Zambezi

[@johannhammann894]

Affter how many beers?

[@lindacox8156]

WOW-just driving down the road and seeing 5 giraffes just roaming free‼️

[@lynnechandony3697]

I have lived here all my life and still appreciate our African sunsets. Thank you for the videos. I can't wait for a Sunday to watch. Safe travels in our beautiful country.

[@fungaimagumise4360]

This just made me miss home, africa is a beauty❤

[@sannamagranna6552]

Great traveling with you. I can not wait for next week to see your excitement about our Kruger National Park.

[@petermcgowan8630]

Love your videos. So nice to see such positive people…. Love your attitude and positivity!!! Enjoy the trip !!! Once you have lived under African skies you will never want to leave !

[@emmajones2586]

Swaziland / Eswatini is beautiful. It was known as Swaziland when i backpacked through it in 2001! Still have the little table with the tri legs that i brought from a market stall on the side of the road along with a woven basket and some stone carved head busts. Managed to pack them all into my backpack for the flight home 😂. People often forget that Africa can get cold especially when you are at altitude. I’m hoping your next big adventure after you have been back to the UK is to buy a 4x4 and explore Africa further.

[@user-hm2kk9to2u]

Swaziland was the former name of E-Swatini; an absolute monarchy in the middle of southern Africa. You guys are really enjoying it!

[@ragbag46]

Seeing those traditional drums, at our school we didn’t have a bell, just an African beating hell out his drum, used to get through the skins pretty quickly. So it was drum for wake up , meals and class changes, end of lunch breaks etc, this was Mbeya in Tanganyika about 70 years ago, memories!!!!!

[@donalmccormaic8285]

Wonderful video thanks for sharing. I have been lucky to visit Eswatini (Swaziland) 3 times. In 1988 1989 and 2000. I have always been amazed at how beautiful, friendly and very good value for money this small kingdom is. I can't wait to return.

[@user-jc9ek6tj3d]

My dad helped set up the fantastic Malolotja Game park in the highveld. Make sure you go there guys. i can hardly watch this. It makes my heart ache.

[@yougetaspear7799]

🤔

[@louiseupton3363]

Swaziland is an incredible little kingdom, so glad you enjoyed it. Depending on the border post you go through, you could go through my beautiful hometown of Nelspruit. Either way you'll be in the Mpumalanga province. I've been in Cape Town for three years now, which has been a disappointment, I'm not sure I'll get used to being away from the bush and the true essence of South Africa. You are going into the most amazing part, I hope you have a fantastic week. Drive safely!!

[@africaneagle7397]

I thought I was the only one who is not so crazy about Cape Town. I always tell people, it lacks what makes Africa magical.

[@louiseupton3363]

​@@africaneagle7397 The Western Cape has been the worst province I've lived in. The Animal cruelty is on steroids here 😢 The people are rude and unhelpful 😢 It's definitely not what it's made out to be, that's for sure! If my daughter and grandson didn't need me to help, I would have gone back to Mpumalanga long ago!

[@Rivkah23]

Hi, I discovered your channel quite late in your journey. I am a South African and enjoyed your Durban video. It was great to see my country through your eyes. Now I make a note in my diary not to miss a new video. I'll be with you until the end. Stay save and be blessed.

[@bobcat2960]

Chris and Mariann - When your morning started with nearly instant sighting of a 5-family group of giraffe, I knew this video was going to be Epic, and it didn't disappoint at all! I was smiling the entire time through those Nature Reserves! From dining with Rhino's and Hippo's, to then Zebras, Thompson's Gazelles? and other antelopes/deer, Egyptian Geese, Wart Hogs, the Buffalo, street cattle-almost R-rated (lol), to then more Swazi wildlife and the natives, corn and other street sellers/peddlers, to that amazing culture and dance show, WOW oh WOW, you two, MOST AMAZING 🤩you both, and the absolute 'Legendary' 🏆 2-wheel drive Trudy, truly are. - (💡I think she deserves a place in the Smithsonian or maybe a local UK museum - 💡hold a raffle when she is retired😉! ) Words and vids just don't even do justice to the scenery, and that sunset with you cuddling/watching it was mesmerizing and oh so magical, such a special moment to treasure. So again, Thank You for sharing with us, all of this 'magic' and wonderous experience.

[@gtyler-2551]

That was an amazing place and road trip!!! Enjoy your trip and Thank you for sharing 👍❤😊 Cheers 🍻

[@phelansa23]

That Nyala Bull at 28:44 is gorgeous! They are normally very shy. To see one that close is a real treat. Glad you are enjoying Africa.

[@deanchapman2302]

I've had experience with Nyala and the dominant male is sometimes friendly. The rest are challengers so are nervous of the dominant male rather than human presence.

[@darwinstubbie860]

The weekend is always an African Feast. Saturday it's Keno Yves who is currently in Zambia with his Trike, and Sunday it's you guys. I am so envious. This Giraffe family was watching you more than you were watching them. Beware of the Black Mamba.

[@jeancpt]

I saw a funny meme with a sign that said "Be careful when walking under large trees for falling prey as this is where leopards store their kills." and underneath that it said " You may have wanted to start with ' BEWARE OF LEOPARDS"

[@donnabeecham6543]

The bush with the res flower looked like Bougainvillea’s. They grow all over Southern California and Arizona.

[@miriam2909]

That was a fantastic days travel. Loved it there so much. Thanks for taking us with you. ❤

[@sicko_the_ew]

If you see another crocodile dip down and you're near the bank, you need to get moving (forget dignity; run). They move incredibly quickly (as in it takes _seconds_ to reach you) - and that's on land, too. You'll encounter a lot of these fords and low level bridges in parks. They're fine. Just don't try crossing if the water is starting to flood.

[@skyrimdragonslayer]

I have permanent envy of your journey and adventures...

[@audramitchell9894]

Wowzie Wow type video ❤️🌹❤️ Exquisite beauty threw Africa 🌹❤️🌹 What a gorgeous opportunity . Great filming ❤️🌹❤️

[@jabulilefakudze7279]

Thats my country ESWATINI

[@priceisright3004]

What a beautiful experience. I would definitely agree that E-Swatini is an amazing place.

[@geraldoyo1]

What a fabulous trip! Eswatini is on my bucket list! I so love traveling with you and Trudy.🥰

[@christopherharris6005]

Awesome video as always Chris and Marianne. This has been an incredible experience lots of amazing wildlife and incredible views and some incredibly friendly people. Thanks for letting us ride along with y’all on y’all’s journey around the world.

[@michoost]

The "geese" by the croc pool are called Egyptian Geese, which weirdly enough are actually ducks and not geese at all! Yikes, driving across those rivers had my holding my breath! Marianne is an incredibly brave driver. Not only with the rivers but also driving through the super busy city areas like when you were in Mozambique.

[@lindacox8156]

You both were very brave to walk by that river‼️And then you even had to drive through the river‼️‼️👍

[@lindacompton6338]

I think the reason I loved your Turkey stay was that you got to take your time and we were able to see so much of that beautiful country. I have enjoyed the other countries…but that will always be my favorite.

[@lynmcnorton9627]

Morning guys , just have to say wait till you get home and see the potholes here , loving the videos take care 🤩🇬🇧

[@nickjeffrey3417]

Wonderfil ! A barbeque in South Africa is called a braai. Those big monkeys are baboons. 🙂

[@rickypermall7111]

We thoroughly enjoy your KZbin channel and admire the courageous driver. The India episodes kept us on the edge of our seats!! We hope you are going to the Kruger National Park, there is wildlife in abundance. We visited Swaziland in 2019 on a well-known Motorbike Rally and what a great place. We hope you enjoy the rest of your Africa adventures. Love from Cape Town.😊

[@user-ue2dz6bh8j]

Im bit late, but watching this now. Sending love from Cape Town. Love your reactions to our beautiful country.

[@ragbag46]

Thomson gazelles have that distinctive leaping into the air as if defeating gravity sailing through the air.

[@tomhutcheson66]

I hitched through Swaziland back in 1992 - got chased by a hippo one night I recall! Very nice place back then.

[@QuicknStraight]

Eswatini looks great. Didn't know much about it before watching this!

[@CH1LDOFTHEMOON]

Breakfast with Tread the Globe!

[@MegaDRAGON525]

Chris and Marianne in the moooring!

[@Indian-Pursuit23]

I would have opened,closed the gate and back in Trudy without my feet touching the ground..😂

[@coolfinetime]

Why?

[@lynnechandony3697]

🤣😂

[@sandy89107]

Chris and Maryanne walking down a remote path as the beautiful sunset in the background. Chris: "hopefully there are no predators who snuck in". Oh, goodness....I lost it 😅❤

[@CheGypsyWay]

Love Swaziland, spent many happy holidays, visiting family friends who live in the Pigs Peak area. ❤

[@TheDerekCrosson]

I love Eswatini, especially the Ezulwini area. The country is so peaceful and the people are really friendly.

[@dawntague9029]

Thank you for taking us with you on your travels. Stunning scenery and the wild animals, is something, most of us won't ever see in person, in our lifetime!! We've followed you for a few months now. Can I ask, does Chris not drive at all? Mary Ann you do brilliant driving and you never seem to let anything get to you mentally, when driving through some difficult roads!! Have a great week guys.. 😊🥰🌞

[@jilldinneen4271]

I can't wait for Sundays to follow you on your adventures. I'm originally from Zim and we had a water heating system like the hot water heating system at your last camp. We called it a Matabele boiler. In South Africa, they call it a Donkey boiler

[@mohamedosman5422]

I'm a native African whose away from home for forty years to North America and watching you guys have tripled my homesickness. You two are magnificent and I enjoy watching for your great adventure in Africa. Very lovely indeed

[@mohamedassouqi1984]

I never been there but I hear about this little country Zwaziland kingdom at least 15 years ago

[@sallycatlin5903]

I'm watching the video muttering Get back in the Van! Great video.

[@lindacox8156]

You have traveled to many interesting places on your journey but this country with all the animals and beauty is really amazing‼️‼️👍

[@simonsbergblinds7532]

Hi, in the clip at the waterhole where you filmed the hippo's and rhino's, you can see a crock swimming, good luck guys, and safe travels. Regards Renier

[@harriesimon8566]

Wat een prachtige beelden en een mooi land en natuur jullie hebben ons weer laten genieten top 👍👍🙏👩‍❤️‍👨

[@clairepapadatos1116]

Omgoodness, the singers and dancers were absolutely fudging amazing 😍

[@valbruyns7947]

There are no Deer in Southern Africa all different types of Buck Impala...Kudu ...Springbok...Eland

[@ianmcmillan1411]

Appreciate you guys. My comment - with most of these roads, you don't actually need a 4x4, you just need something with decent ground clearance😉

[@rehanasoogreem5252]

Absolutely beautiful. U are an amazing driver. Eswatini is so beautiful. an as for Trudy❤❤❤❤.well done❤

[@sherrylvanwyk1221]

Have been to Swaziland many times. Love the people try going to Mlilwane gamepark.

[@timothygunston3870]

You guys have great attitudes of gratitude! Love your vids. From South Africa and maybe one day will be blessed to travel to beautiful Swaziland. Safe travels.

[@joannevieritz3463]

I have all different colours of bougainvillea in my garden. They are very hardy and very thorny.

[@teresacatroppo2277]

Marianne you are too funny asking “Are You Sure?” every few mins! Lol..

[@mantaray2239]

What a stark contrast between India, teeming with humanity, and Southern Africa, with it's vast, wild spaces. Great driving and filming. Maybe, one of these days, you'll come back equipped with a 4x4.

[@notesonafriday]

This was great...as to the guy on a bike...I've seen a ranger on a bike at Kruger...and there are definitely predators there.😅 Africa speaks to your soul

[@TriaxialTick5]

Thank you for showing us Eswantini - a West African.❤🎉😂

[@AO-oy4rf]

Enjoying this African journey the most so far.

[@salesaustralia789]

Amazing country Eswatini. Thank you for taking us along. 😊

[@amandahugo1421]

As a South African I'm learning new routes and places to go to from your travels. I have deep roots going back 5 generations to the area you now going to. I'm looking forward to your next vlog.❤

[@grol094]

When you said, Chris - "I hope we can find our way back"; and Marianne said - "I can get lost in a carpark" - as a walker in sometimes difficult to navigate in terrain - I am super surprised when walkers don't use a simple handheld GPS. Just setting 'Home' as the vehicle or campsite - you can then easily either follow the 'breadcrumb' track back - or, navigate back through a different route - exactly to the starting point.

[@bedofromkokstad9034]

The Lebombo Mountains....

[@mogrevatt4115]

10.000 plus miles to go guys - my Sunday mornings will not be the same - each week I settle down to watch you guys with a large coffee - I am throughly enjoying this part of the adventure - keep safe have fun .

[@aislingbooks]

Really nice episode of your journey - enjoyed it so much. Great filming, splicing and dicing. And I agree that Eswatini is beautiful.

[@jamesmuddiman8374]

Loved that stop you made at farm restaurant , loooked amazing, love places like that, you were brave getting out near crocs or mad 😂

[@rvnomading6326]

There's an animal equivalent of KZbin where those giraffes are posting about these mad English people they saw today! 😅

[@musikerpatrickwight9764]

I used to go to Malindela´s for Sunday lunch in the mid 90´s...Such good memories

[@carlosnicolee5076]

These guys always give me ,The Wild thornberrys vibes hahaha.

[@paulbernacki641]

Now that's Africa!

[@thewarriorbunny]

bush with red flowers - bougenville there is a large variety and colours. - they are native to Brazil, Peru, and Argentina, but along roads in South Afric we have some random ones around.

[@charmaincoertzen1820]

Welcome to our beautiful country.

[@hjvdb6829]

Thats the thing about southern African when you come back in a few years its really going to feel like coming home .

[@thizaman1972]

This amazing guys😅, it’s like I’ve been touring along with you all the way from South Africa, Bulawayo, Victoria Falls, Botswana and Eswatini to Durban. It’s eye opening, some of the places I have been to and others new.

[@ztrktncy]

Thank you guys. Two humble suggestions: -You should be careful for uv always. besides sun protection creams there are UV windshield film. It stops UV rays. -if you polarize camera filter you can take photos behind windows without reflection. And you can see crocodiles and fishes while taking shots to river

[@ProudAfricanalways]

Your content is amazing. You sharing what living in the moment is. Thank you.❤

[@ruthmurphy4471]

Watching you standing on the edge of a croc pool had me sitting on the edge of my seat…

[@gunthermartin5777]

Again - I like your channel so much. Take us to such beautiful locations. Unbelievable - more than 4 years on the road. All the others talk about, trudy was already there :D What a epic trip. Stay safe. Greetings from germany.

[@juliecross1567]

The "cooking areas" are known as Braai places.

[@biddiemutter3481]

3:43 it looks a lot like Ashdown Forest in S. UK but I would be shocked to see that wildlife ❤

[@azmitalib2305]

hi frm Malaysia...I noticed the road are well maintain...look good...

[@MrMONGIBEL]

Beautiful trip today , with a lot of fantastic views . Good luck for '' la suite ''

[@marymoscato1017]

Amazing video, beautiful. One of the best I’ve seen in awhile. 😊

[@emreokdan]

God bless you! 🫶🥰🧿

[@africanarrativeslifestyles6105]

🎉 lovely tour. Enjoy Africa.

[@jabulilefakudze7279]

Shout out when you coming back..will show you my beautiful country Eswatini