800km Offroad Route Through Namibia | Heartbreak Hill, Van Zyl’s Pass | XOVERLAND S6 EP5

No fuel, no food, no help. The team has begun one of Namibia’s longest and most remote offroad routes.
800 km of 4x4, unsupported, rocky wilderness in the far north. Problem-solving is the name of the game, 1 km at a time, and the team must work together to make it out.
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[@nestorcarrasco]

As a father, one of the best emotional and greatest moments is when you Clay explain to your kids how remote is the area and ask them to remember it. Such an amazing jorney with your family. im truly following your steps with my childrens. Cheers from Chile 🇨🇱

[@makhuvelelazarus2345]

Giving that young man a ride was a beautiful gesture

[@ddogg1631]

Best series on KZbin..mastery of storytelling with excellence in filming and editing..

[@ExpeditionOverland]

Thank you so much!

[@06Langa]

So the boy realized walking is faster than being driven 😂😂 that part reminds me of the movie “God must be crazy”.

[@ochama197]

I really think Africa's been the biggest test to these trucks. And Africa has also given us the best adventure on Expedition Overland

[@Kupefilms]

I have been following this guys for so long and I don't know how I missed this episode. Thank you. As an African, I always wanted to travel across Africa. But my stroke stopped me. I am fighting to give back on my feet and make my dream come true.

[@DWEEZYboi]

I was so interested in where "the new friend" was going. He never showed up hahahah

[@EchtDevelopmentGroup]

Clay playing tik tac toe with the kids was cool. Trading cultures is an amazing

[@Herman_Stroh]

Another top notch episode. Makes me realize how extremely lucky I am to live in the beautifully bold and diverse country of Namibia.

[@eliseemmel]

I think it’s so wonderful that you are doing all this as a family; such a good learning experience for the kids. They grow up so fast, and they’ll have these memories forever. Problem solving is a part of life, and the grown-ups on your journeys are such good role models. Bless you all!

[@MonkeyofAwesome]

Man, the Taco is really taking a beating between the A/C and the window.

[@davect01]

Episode reminds us how hard travel in these remote areas can be. I appreciate you showing the struggles and highlights. Many similar shows only show the ups and give people unrealistic expeditions

[@Insights_Africa9047]

Am so amazed and thrilled to see you guys considering Namibia as part of your experience..I believe that some years to come those boys will love to return here hopefully with their own kids. It's a life long learning experience..Welcome to Namibia and Southern Africa as whole ❤

[@SoulTonicLife]

Thanks for this episode and the Africa season. I commend you for leaving the comfort of the USA and coming to this remote part of the world to see these vast and beautiful natural zones that exist outside the Western paradigm. Thank you for understanding the significance of being on top of Van Zyl’s pass looking over the vast Marienfluss that is so remote and difficult to get to.

[@vstyle1990]

You guys put out the best quality offroad content in the world right now. I hope you get more views so we can keep getting these videos. Thank you

[@walter.zikalala]

Folks, you're sending cold shivers down my spine! Mind you I'm sitting on my coach and following your adventure. But you're in good hands, Adrian is such a coolcat! You've earned it too, salute and all the best in your adventures!!!

[@RoamOverlanding]

Haha thanks Walter!

[@davidkelroe-cooke4766]

Something you guy’s should consider if you do another Africa trip, is get a local specialist to buy and build expedition vehicles for you in SA, and you could sell them after your trip. It might actually work out cheaper, and there are some really good people who know how to build vehicles for Africa overlanding. Stood for thought.

[@AndrewSparkfish]

...or food for thought.

[@Shadow65...]

Another great example of being humble thank you!!!

[@regasenpillay7634]

You guys are the most chilled out family doing this amazing trip. Just awesome watching this . Enjoy.

[@davewain363]

Absolutely loving this series on so many levels, mostly the experiences with locals showing how worlds apart they are from what we are familiar with. Ten hour walk to school and no idea how to put a seat belt on. And the Botswana episode with the no bathing, deodorant from plants and a carved wooden pillow. These are the biggest takeaways for me. The scenery and wildlife (although sparse in Namibia) also is stunning and as diverse as the people. And as always, the XO team do a masterful job of delivering to us consumers. Thank you from Australia.

[@Rigza_wa_Jane]

Our little friend said he is quickly going to fetch his bag 🛄 remember he said he sleeps at school 🚸, so when he was getting away from the cars he probably saw them moving and thought that we are not going to wait for him, or maybe the experience was too overwhelming for him. but it is what it is. Mysteries of the mind as Jim Rhon would say lol and i say we, because i feel like part of the family and that im with you guys on this adventure. I love watching you guys please keep them coming. 😅 Watching all the way from Pretoria north in south africa.

[@JohnathanAulabaugh]

It’s funny and neat to see the growth of a person over the years. From a Journey song to being able to laugh a little at vehicle damage.

[@dougggiereid]

I can't actually believe you're tackling Van Zyl's pass in a vehicle without rock sliders. Wishing you all the best. Can't wait for the next episode.

[@Shaddykaelo]

I am exploring the world through you guys. Keep it up and next time consider visiting my country KENYA.

[@faithmathebula942]

This is a beautiful series Of videos, I am loving it. all the from SOUTH AFRICA.

[@petervosloo8598]

Special to see how you explained to your boys what it is all about being remote and totally reliant on on what you have with you. Very few get to experience that. Very few.

[@ManifestDuality]

I used to be a glazier (glass guy) and next time you can just VERY DELICATELY tape up the shattered glass and then reinforce it with another layer or 3 of more tape. We used to do that all the time to uninstall a big ol shattered commercial window in one piece. Still great work either way.

[@fouUili684]

What an amazing series, thank you for sharing. Its good to know none of those vehicles failed to the point where it needs a tow, especially the new powertrain on the sequoia and even the "new" tundra is getting a workout and has not failed.

[@schalkburger6170]

This was such beautiful story telling. Well done! Your photography is first class. Keep up the good work

[@christopherharris6005]

Awesome video as always XO Crew. This is a awesome and epic adventure and a whole lot of emotional wisdom this has been y'all's most remote and epic adventure to date. Thanks for letting us ride along with y'all on y'all's adventures.

[@robertshapter2852]

Another top notch episode. Awesome experience for your family and friends. What a great memory! Thanks for sharing.

[@paulsmit8147]

You cannot rush Africa......., you guys did well. Thanks for the share 😎🤙

[@leonpotgieter4701]

Absolute beautiful love your program and the learning curve worked into the journey Stunning and not to be missed Thanks to you all Wel gedaan Adriaan

[@drup2013]

Namibia u beauty.. 😍😍 Beautiful moment with the sons there..

[@whitleyrobertson7070]

This series is giving me chills of inspiration and thrill…..thank you for sharing!

[@tomasrivera1211]

I love your job, and the best part, the time with your family

[@waya5893]

This adventure that your on definitely tests everything that you have planned for and, the skill level of each crew member. Each vehicle build has worked exceptionally well.

[@Clay_Croft]

Agreed. Thank you!

[@fungaimagumise4360]

Namibia is epic and you guys are legends ❤Love from zimbabwe

[@ebenezermamabolo]

Thank you for telling our African story the way it is not the way the Western media usually does.

[@RamosMarenga]

I like your kindness you're amazing family I'm from Namibia too God bless you all❤

[@sallyniemann8360]

Unbelievable treat to witness your experience via video. Thank you!

[@debbiekindness1935]

Absolutely loving this series. Proudly South African.

[@grootsgracemission]

There might be no developments down there, but there is adventure, nature, creation down there. This is an epic adventure, I love watching your videos.

[@Clay_Croft]

100%. The nothing I was implying is what’s so great about it. These places are hard to find. And when you do find them you got soak it up.

[@umeshmaithree260]

It just keeps getting better & better ❤

[@kochugovind7848]

Fantastic job 👏 The kiddo got confused with the question "What do you see" 😅

[@Maritimer]

Great video ! sure nice to see all the different small areas in Africa, what a wild place. Also cool to meet some locals. Really liked the shot at the end with your kids explaining just how remote you are. Real contrast is im sitting in my work truck trying to dry off b/c a blizzard blew through and you're in Africa desert lol

[@davidnoble173]

Looked like a Metalian camper trailer abandoned in the bush. Use to own one of these. Fantastic camper!

[@CJamesPhoto]

Amazing trip guys! really loving this season, especially for me originally coming from South Africa, (now living in Norway). a few scary spots there going over the rocks, but you all seemed to keep your cool 😄

[@georgesvak5332]

Your videos are amazing. I enjoy watching them.

[@Zakayo]

such a beautiful trail, you guys doing something special and exciting to see.

[@simon762321]

Dad - well done - that is all!

[@atlasoverlandrecovery]

wow, can't believe the episode is done already.

[@drivetimewithbilly]

That boy student moment was touching ❤

[@killshot556]

another great one !!! i loved the cliffhanger at the end!

[@4wdadventureoz]

I was hoping you would tackle Van Zyl's Pass, having watched the Ed, Christoff and Ryan from Overlanding Escape give it a go, this pass has been added to my bucket list

[@TheBuddy303]

That guy at 31:00 is who our parents claim to be when they were younger

[@mvubu6823]

😂😂😂😂 So true

[@iamgeoffandthisismystory]

And it just keeps getting better 😆 Looking forward to the descent of Van Zyl's 🤙🏻

[@crazygooseventures]

Surprised to see the Sequoia did not have rock sliders on this trip, especially knowing the trails you were going to take.

[@garretlewis4103]

Those Model T’s may not have been 4x4 or have wide tires, but they were high clearance and designed to go on wagon trails where the horse and wagons went.

[@JustinStark-yw2cd]

Excellent I was looking 4 ago and here it is , can't wait . Chilling Cape Town . Justin Stark

[@basstouten2844]

Love it again ❤

[@simon-mouse8739]

Amazing and what a memory for you all. I am really looking forward to the next episode already 😎👍🏻

[@drivetimewithbilly]

Duck tape to the rescue, seeing the world through your camera lenses thank you 😮😊

[@TherapeuticDriving]

Amazing expedition production value! Keep up the good work!

[@brendoncobey6034]

Great Video

[@gailrothermund9209]

Fantastic ❤❤

[@charlesfaulkingham5599]

What an experience, awesome!

[@aileenhoop5810]

This is such an excellent series!!! My favorite trip you all have taken so far!

[@elvagoenlaweb]

amazing ride...

[@mattstone73]

Fantastic

[@basstouten2844]

Yeah new episode 😉👍

[@braamcoetzee5238]

Exciting and challenging.... TIA...😉

[@captainawesome3816]

My philosophy is rivnuts are used only when you can’t access the nut, otherwise a nut (either nyloc or with loctite) will be more secure every time.

[@philipstrydomstrydom1821]

Ask my now young adults, what was there best holidays ever and without hesitation it was the two Namibia trips. Miss that place like you cannot understand.

[@barendbekker4901]

That Trailer that you passed have been there since before 2018 when we went past it. on the shot that the video ended, there is now a completely stripped Landcruiser lying there at the bottom who had a small misjudgment and rolled down into the travene. FYI, we have done that pass in pouring rain in bone stock vehicles, without taking damage. From a overlanders perspective it is a extremely difficult pass.From a more hardcore 4x4 junki perspective it is fairly low level difficulty pass and obstacles. The Remoteness of the pass is amazing.. (Baboons Pass, Letsetele Pass those are difficult passes)

[@mateharris]

Lost AC in Salt Lake City heading south and then west to Las Vegas in July. Wet bandanas around the neck with ice if possible really helps.

[@ExpeditionOverland]

Great idea!

[@nicholasnabaasa9933]

Come to East Africa, Uganda in particular, and experience the pearl of Africa

[@ashleymargolis1867]

We welcome to Zimbabwe

[@nelminnie6340]

Namibia, this is my home

[@MaranaVisuals]

Honestly just nerding out on the production quality you guys are bringing to the backcountry. Spotted some Tentacle Syncs for timecode which definitely makes sense and I think you're running those Sanken COS lav mics. very nice.

[@barkin-brit486]

I always assumed X-Overland had sliders on the fleet... Color me educated! LOL

[@soulsurfer8797]

Surprised in Cab video did not catch the glass shattering.

[@JustinStark-yw2cd]

Thank you for take me along that epic trail .👌

[@e.c.8668]

5:17: Can you comments on what's in the "Truck Book?" Is it maintenance records? Wiring diagrams? I think you all were keeping the gas log separate. I turned one of those 'alphabetical' accordion binders into the maintenance record keeper for my Frontier. Each 'letter' is now 5,000 miles. In 'letter A' I have the overall maintenance schedule plus the purchase info, as well as some basic info about the truck (nut torque specs, lift points, trailer wiring diagram). I've done the same for my wife's Highlander and my kids Camry. I have a separate fuel log (a little 'Write in the Rain') book.

[@africansafariexperts1499]

Hi, II have enjoyed these episodes of your Africa adventure. Sadly, like so many travelers, too little time is taken to appreciate places and surroundings - it's been a "fast" safari (journey) & expeditions I lead focus on the "slow". Time taken to immerse in the people and places. If ever you do return to Africa and wish to explore places like Zambia, Zimbabwe and Malawi in a slower style and are in need of an experienced guide for those places then perhaps making contact is an idea. For now, "safari njema".

[@TheRealGQJOE]

Im here because i wish i was there

[@FattBoi94]

I came this far, I can’t definitely make it!

[@TheBarrierBrigade]

I love yall’s series!! Makes my dreams a little bigger every time there is a new episode! Random thought about the back glass though…any chance there is to much weight on the roof for how bouncy the roads are? Maybe the combination of the roof weight and the compression of the bounce is causing the body to compress or twist just enough to shatter the glass? Just an idea

[@guyg7160]

Safety wire fellas. Your trucks would stay together

[@realestateoba]

I think you’d get a laugh if you went back to one of the first series when some vehicle damage happened and your take on vehicle damage now! Haha! Many miles of travel has softened the blow of “Heartbreak Hill”!

[@jordanbrown1426]

Love these adventures you guys are on but if you're going to be tackling this kind of terrain you should really be running 37s. It's too bad that 37s are too much for Toyotas ;) since they're pretty much the benchmark these days for overlanding. In any case, keep up the good work.

[@kylesoutdooradventures752]

My back glass did the same thing but on the passenger side going through a water crossing

[@schmitzini]

Hey guys, thank you a lot for this entertaining adventure series. I would love to do this once a time. Could you please tell from where do you get this transparent leash for sunglasses? Greetings to Montana

[@tomahawkshorthaul]

Hi guys. Great series, very cool. I am struggling with the build quality of your vehicles and the amount of stuff you're hauling around with you and your time frame. I do not think big Amercan vehicles are built to tackle africa... our diesel Hilux has never had any issues off road in 289 000km. Over the years we have learnt to take only the necessary.... I learnt a long time ago to adopt the K.I.S.S approach (Keep It Simple Stupid). Less stuff, less to go wrong. And we try to stick to a maximum travel distance of 300km (or much less depending on the terrain) per day. This allows us more time to enjoy our surroundings, look after our vehicle, truly experience new destinations, cultures etc etc etc!!!

[@ElevationEveryWeekend]

Really enjoying the series. As a third gen Tacoma owner, I am wondering if we are getting to see the durability difference between the Tacoma and the Hilux in this series? I know it’s only one Tacoma and maybe just bad luck, but it seems it is struggling in the abuse of Africa. The Tacoma seemed to handle North and South America well so maybe it’s just an outlier trip? I get a sense the 4th gen will be a more robust platform.

[@RoguePlanetStudio]

Actually, if you look up model t or other similar cars they handled fairly well in muddy terrain

[@seandawnvantures2001]

The same thing happened to my Tacoma with an Alu Cab Canaopy Camper. No clue, how it happened.

[@elvagoenlaweb]

Sorry for the question, what model of Toyota are you using?

[@ExpeditionOverland]

On this trip we had a Sequoia, a Tundra, and a Tacoma!

[@navseal345]

👍👍

[@RedBudRed]

Anyone else notice mom is always listening to Taylor Swift in her truck?

[@ExpeditionOverland]

Always! 🙌🏼