OVERLANDING ZIMBABWE | IS IT WORTH IT?

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In this Episode we experience the drive from Nthakeni bush camp to Gonarezhou National Park and spend 7 nights inside this incredible place. Enjoy!
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Thank you to the legend Ryan from 4x4 Ventures for the amazing shots, please support him and subscribe to his channel - ‪@4x4ventures_southafrica‬
Music
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CAMERA SETUP
Canon 7D
Canon 80D
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Canon 24-105mm - www.ormsdirect.co.za/used-can​...
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ACCESSORIES
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FAVOURITE GEAR USED
Thule Crossover 32L Backpack - thulestore.co.za/32l-backpack​...
Thule Subterra Power Shuttle - thulestore.co.za/thule-subter​...

[@hlomzz]

Spectacular, just Spectacular, I'm Zimbabwean and this makes my wife angry I can actually spend data😂 watching people have this much fun in my country. I also follow overlanding with Bruce and u guys are amazing. Caesar from Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. Just one day, I'll have a journey quite like this. I love you guys for this.

[@jpvandermerwe7659]

Congrats Ed!! This episode was truly "NEXT LEVEL🤣🤣🤣" in all respects! Great footage, great background music and at the right level. What a pleasurable video to watch! One of the best overlanding/travel videos I have seen! Thank you!

[@shaunmoller2997]

When the intro begins i know we goanna have a blast of an episode when Ed, Chris, Ryan are together, you know epic adventure is gonna play of. Ed you conquer the water crossings. All the vehicles are a beast, ready for what the nature is bringing to the party. All the camping spots lekke. Cant wait for next episode cheers

[@EdwardBath]

Dankie Shaun!

[@scottwalker7833]

Zimbabwe, country of my birth. Thank you for showcasing this very special place.

[@sharondavis8003]

Majestic. Otherworldly. Priceless. My favorite elephants with red skies & gold rivers. Thanks, Ed, Ryan & all the guys for a super African trip with much more to go ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤👍🏻🙋🏼‍♀️🇺🇸

[@ThembiM-n2p]

Finally Ed! My husband and I have been dying to see an extended Zim video. Really nice.

[@Jayseadoulbleyou]

I did the same trip and route into Gonarezhou with my grandparents when I was 15 in 2012. The river crossing into Directors had my gran very nervous as one would be (like you guys). She demanded that we wade it first to see if it was okay to cross, we chose note to. When we got to the island on the left (25:57), it was absolutely surrounded by crocodiles, only then for the hippos in the next stretch! She was so shook! It's a really cool memory. Thank you for posting this video, I lost my grandfather a year ago, so this makes me feel warm and nostalgic❤️ We went in a Toyota Landcrusier 76 Troopie he called Skillie. He would have loved this video!

[@manelisii]

from growing up as a kid watching Voetspore on SABC 2 to watching Edward Bath 🙌🏾

[@EdwardBath]

Legend!!!

[@Nedankinde93]

I remember when the whole Pafuri region was a military zone. I didn't know you could cross the border there now, I will have to try that! Great vid, thank you.

[@ncubesays]

Zimbo here. I live on the edge of a national park in the Matobo Hills. Absolutely loved this adventure. The visuals, the camaraderie, the works! Bravo. So much more for you to discover in our beloved Zim!

[@charleschare6624]

Proper spectacular sunset Thank you Legends for visiting us Zimbabwe a land with endless wonders!!!

[@seanimulaudzi226]

I love you your show so much and i wish to travel to Zimbabwe one day.

[@holgerwagenbreth9468]

thank you for taking me on this wonderful trip to Zimbabwe👍🤗

[@okambambo]

Stumbled across your channel dont know how I've never seen it before, love overlanding but cant afford it so I'll live it through you and your amazing channel. Love the 100 more than the 200, its not as modern and smooth but has got more soul.

[@kuziwamazhawu1918]

Thank you guys for marketing my country's tourism .

[@l.a.t.dm.d.w5582]

This is absolutely beautiful isn’t our beautiful country taken to the rugs by some individuals .am loving this vakaita havo pamwe lots of tourists will venture into our motherland thanks guys ❤❤

[@MrRemcoLamberts]

What can I say, we have just stayed 6 nights in Gonarezhou, last night a week ago, at the end of a 4 week Zim road trip. Seeing this on our 2nd day home in Oz brings tears to my eyes. Gonarezhou is officially my favourite place in the world. We stayed some nights in Chipinda camp 1 and did not need to go anywhere to enjoy the wildlife passing by. Zim has some of the best wildlife, national parks and genuine wild camping of the world. The people are friendly and fantastic, and while travelling you meet the most wonderful visitors. What a place! Can't wait to get back and explore more parts of the park. Thanks for the video @Edwardbath. Looking forward to part 2.

[@michellematthews8332]

What a privilege to see this beautiful country, thank you 🤗

[@harishshastry2057]

Another mind blowing adventure from Edward! Thank you very much for bringing the best of Africa for us through your lens! May the almighty bless you all abundantly for all what you do!

[@abdcish]

I've watched all your videos Ed but none have made me want to pack the car and go mote than this one! Looks incredible

[@Mukurumbira]

That is some crazy bunch of friends, friendship and adventure. Have followed Ryan's 4x4 ventures across Zim, Botswana and Mozambique and your initial viedo, but this was special, watching an almost army train of adventurers and rare to see the challenges you guys had at the begining with the tyre pressure LOL. We live vicrariously through your adventures - outstanding.

[@lungelomathenjwa1477]

Great episode Boss, nice to see you in Zim! Pity the other guys left, was good to see Chris again 👍

[@googoole2]

dont know how this ended on my feed bt saw zimbabwe and clicked..sooo sooo glad i did. watched with the family and we really enjoyed following u on this adventure. Altho im sure i was more nervous than you guys with those river crossings 😂

[@conloubser]

Incredible, as always!

[@faraimambo8839]

An absolutely stunning video. Thanks for showcasing our country. Please don't hesitate to alert relevant authorities on areas that need corrections so that those who will also visit in the future do not encounter the same problems.

[@christopherchikowero2885]

thank you so much for showing us our beautiful country

[@ASD-vw9ph]

Great stuff Ed, your content is always fun to watch!

[@sheilaupton171]

Africa's unique beauty with a deeply spiritual connection. You capture it all Ed!!!❤❤ Your episodes just get better and better!!

[@The_Truth777]

That Bush Lapa deserves its kudos! Well composed and behaved throughout.

[@doug729]

Absolutely stunning. The wild dog sighting was very special.

[@christiaangriesel8486]

This was truely magic Thanks for making another awesome episode😁

[@monicaalberts8130]

Hi Ed....you are sooo brave...fantastic trip!! Thanks for amazing unforgetting video ❣

[@tanakaisdorecaxton9987]

i couldn't wait to finish before i drop this comment. THIS IS GREAT, I AM INSPIRED TO GO OUT AND DO ADVENTURE!!!!

[@fastmovers5486]

Awesome ❤🎉, my beloved beautiful country. Enjoyed watching your videos. Keep it up ED

[@paulsmit8147]

What a stomper of an ep 👀 Thanks to everyone Thanks for the share Ed 🤙👍

[@BonieS22]

Oh wowwww 😍what an amazing, organic and a marvel to watch adventure with Ed and crew! Your videos are absolutely the best. Makes one want to plan a resort and remote trip to the beautiful African wild. This was just perfect and educational. Beautiful scenarios, National Geographic can be in trouble😂Thanks!

[@patricianyamunda8869]

Absolutely fantastic visuals- thank you for sharing. With that elephant raising so much dust silly me would have chosen to use my feet the other way- not on pedal but hitting sand faster than Sonic😂😂😂😂 Thanks again for visiting Zim…my home

[@roryvanzyl5326]

Absolutely EPIC.. Well done ED ps... did the same to my Kway ... get yourself the traditional german Parker jacket for when around the fire..

[@CharlesJHin]

Brilliant video. To reduce your rubbish remove as much packaging as possible at home before leaving; use containers where practical.

[@warrenpfo]

Looks magic. We are planning to go in Dec/jan for 4 weeks.

[@nokubongaolifant]

Breathtaking views, such a beautiful scenery. Wow!

[@timothypeta9613]

Content that i subscribed for that's overlanding in Africa awesome Ed

[@bradleymarais1914]

Epic video, thanks for taking us along for the journey, absolutely magic

[@sharadsoma9167]

What an amazing adventure. Thanks for sharing Gents. "MAGIC"😍👍

[@wbrianna27]

Awesome, Outs, Amazing, Superb.. could go on forever!! Thanks Ed can't wait for the next episode 😅

[@ingoeggers8356]

Hey Ed and Ryan, oooh WOW, again you guys have produced an incredible video. I'm really envious of your experiences, this trip is great, showing us the beauty of the Zimbabwean nature reserve! Kindly continue using the words magic, epic, incredible, majestic.....etc. These apply fully to the sights and sounds of the African bush. Thanks for sha4ing, loved it!

[@EdwardBath]

Thank you legend!

[@ravalahiten9106]

I really hope this video brings so much more tourism into zim, such a beautiful country that has so much to offer, glad you guys have been able to put us back on the map

[@tshegofatsomolefe1255]

I can never get enough of this episodes. They are absolutely amazing 😊

[@annaatkins2971]

A wonderful first episode Ed, thanks. Those wild dogs ❤❤ Can't wait for the rest!

[@mars54mars54]

great vid, what a super treat to see the dogs, and that was a big pack! The setting with those colorful cliffs..... sweet!!!

[@angelikamuller7843]

You are the best Edward. Lots of love from Cape Town ❤

[@patriciarossouw3923]

Ghee wiz the rain makes it more of a challenge but super exciting. We also got stuck on our way to Pel’s Owl. Thanks for this wonderful adventure. ♥️

[@nyikadzinomichaelhomera4926]

Lovely scenery from Zimbabwe, we should showcase these places more and increase our visibility on the international stage

[@fredrickncube4528]

Wow what an episode 👏 ❤. Those river crossings, the rivers themselves and those landforms along the rivers. The drones views were next level ED

[@zimbo22ful]

Well done guys. I thoroughly enjoyed this. Superb 👌🏾

[@DMC377]

One of the most beautiful places on earth. Thank you Eddy for the wonderful footage. Watching from Canada 🇨🇦 Now I miss home badly 🥲

[@l.a.t.dm.d.w5582]

Guys i love your adventurous gear ,you are fully equipped you have everything there enjoy the beauty of my mother land absolutely beautiful ❤❤❤❤

[@haroldtonydube4566]

Hi Eddie. Very beautiful video. Keep going guys📹📹❤️

[@wolfgangvaneck7786]

I just saw you on the N1.. Massive fan!! Seeing your kit in person is hugely impressive!! Keep up the good work. Love the videos..

[@Chasing_Sunrise_Adventures]

Absolutely magic indeed ❤

[@langtonla4559]

Happy to see you guys visiting my home country Zimbabwe 🇿🇼 ❤

[@karelvandermerwe2286]

Thanks Ed, as always a nice informative video. Love the interaction between friends making awesome memories.

[@abdikadirJamaame]

This episode full entertainment and Magical when you get raining in the bush you feel fresh, i like it when i was young living in the bush

[@sepadisekhukhune4767]

You're the best or nothing Eddie and your team Bravo 👏👏👏👏👏 Keep it up,much love for your background music

[@clivedredge]

FYI - The ellie there started getting agresive around 1975/6... Found many with legs blown off and bullet wounds...

[@Samuel.mulinge]

I love overlanding can't do it right now but will experience it through you,I love the soundtracks I love African music love from kenya

[@devchohan7501]

Great to see the 100 series back at it. Great video Ed, cheers 🍻 🎉

[@44kinette]

Eish Ed, never enough superlatives when it come to that place. Next level episode. And LVF doing you proud !!!!!

[@Widewings748]

Ed … Ed…. Yussus broer, Listen, I’ll give you permission to repeat “fantastic” a million times, because it is ! What a great video, I’ve got a mesmerized facial as I watch and listen… And I can’t wait to see episode 2. You guys are amazing ! Thank you

[@andrewmeikle283]

Many thanks to you Ed. It’s greatly appreciated ❤

[@freemanndhlovu4370]

Ooh, what adventure it was. Truly epic, epic episode one of the best I've ever watched i Truly enjoyed this one . No wonder why everyone was keen for this episode Gonarezhou is absolutely mind blowing. I felt like crying seeing you guys parting ways with your amazing mates if you are enjoying the episode you feel present as well. Ed, you never disappoint my man well done. Impatiently waiting for the next one. Cheers 👊

[@dr.kashifulhaq6372]

Hi Edward. ❤ What a beautiful documentary. Once again heart thumping. I only know you by one name only Blazing Edward.❤❤❤❤❤

[@johndiaz7240]

Oh Man ! What a trip I keep saying it but this maybe your best of all . The adventure just getting there, the wild life, the campgrounds the food. You boys can eat. Excellent camera work, your camera is tops. Driving a classic Cruiser with a legendary motor. 👍👍

[@EdwardBath]

Thanks legend!

[@trevorgwesu1851]

I am thrilled with this..I am enjoying your spectacular experience..nice park.

[@user-ft6cl7sl5m]

Thanks guys..for an amazing 👏 show stopper..in zim..Gona...well done again

[@joh5073]

Thanks for another magic adventure, Zimbabwe looks amazing.

[@johannvanschalkwyk2141]

Ed, yes those starting battery packs are a must. , there are a few items that is a must on an overlanding trip..

just amazing I love your adventures always feel them like we've been there together. Thank You Eddie for that

[@alainnkodia313]

Next level of overlanding its just another experience as whole. Much love from #DRC #Kinshasa.

[@richbassx]

Africa is just beautiful😍

[@thebuffalooverlander]

Loved this one. We couldn’t cross the Limpopo when we went to GR, because there was too much water , but heading back in Oct, so hoping we get to do it in the truck then . Nice one again Ed 👏👏

[@theodoreleher6186]

I just want to congratulate you on a fantastic video. I am really enjoying it. I had to stop the video halfway through to write this comment so I have not finished it yet.😂 I was just afraid I would forget to congratulate you and your partners well done I look forward to watching many more thanks for sharing and showing Zimbabwe in a good light.🙏💯

[@EdwardBath]

Wow, thank you!

[@muriellyassis]

Wow! What an incredible journey! Amazing! Thanks Edward!

[@XolileMqolo]

Lovely ....This is Africa After all , Beautiful

[@danisamangena2505]

Thank you so much brother 🙏🙏🙏🙏we love you

[@user-yl5cy1nj9x]

ED,Ryan,Bruce I really love your videos just look at this spectacular video and views keep it up ❤

[@tafadzwamabuto7890]

Can't wait for part 2, when is it

[@Tatenda71]

This brings some fond memories. I did South Africa, Botswana, and Zimbabwe overlanding exactly a year ago.

[@erikcele1604]

Wow so stunning and amazing! Go Africa! ❤️👍

[@ezibiso]

I liked the honesty on the Rookie mistake, it happens to everyone from time to time. Even expert overlanding will get stuck here and there...

[@manganim197]

Legends of times, proud of you guys. You have conquered this Lands, thanks Mr Ryan and crew you guys rocks. Good job well done guys, big up

[@TheBechesa]

Hi Ed, awesome episode. We are following from Nairobi, Kenya.

[@seanscott685]

Thank you Edward and Ryan!

[@KD-us9jm]

Quite a nice and quality documentary to watch.

[@JoshuaBeem]

You guys live the life some of us in the diaspora wish we could. I am amazed at your passion of wildlife, Africa and its people. I will definitely follow in your steps and do at least one camping at Directors. Thank you guys and God Bless you.

[@brianbarnes2909]

We never got to these parts as kids in Zim, but wow, what a place. Epic on every level. One day! 🍻

[@markyeadon7271]

I crossed there last month. Waited 45 min to see if someone else was around but no luck. Had to cross alone with the guidance of 4 youngsters. As some spice when you now there’s no one to help if you get stuck.

[@pyroslev]

Those little jump packs are handy if you're ever in a place where you don't have another vehicle to jump you. Got one in our daily cars here. Charge them every month to be safe, twice in winter. Good to see that you guys are using something that basic to combat electrical gremlins.

[@michaelseleka9315]

Another great episode 🇧🇼approves!

[@johannvanschalkwyk2141]

Ed, thank you for sharing…

[@JohnsonkudzayiMudukuti-yi4wu]

thank you guys for putting my home on the map ... thank you