I took Tom Cruiser to MAPUNGUBWE National Park!

[@terrileetrow1024]

Thank you for indicating season/ time of year of your trip, esp near beginning of video! It is a pet peeve of mine when game-viewing videos DON'T say so.... the vegetation, weather, water levels and even sightings are so influenced by season, that without that information, a lot of the video's content is not much use. Thank you.

[@TheSafariExpert]

My pleasure, Terri. I totally agree! And then you go searching in the description to try and find out 🙈

[@ronti2492]

Just returned from a terrific 8 week stint in Mpumalanga which included volunteering in a hospital up the road from you in Hoedspruit! I just wanted to say: you South Africans Really Know How to do camping, what a terrific set up! Thankyou for your excellent videos Villiers , they are really professional , well written, and you have a very pleasant voice to boot!

[@TheSafariExpert]

Thanks ao much 🙏🏻😎

[@andriesdutoit1071]

Now , i also want to go camping thanks Villiers😄

[@TheSafariExpert]

💪🏻😎

[@kosiekoos9408]

Its a lot of work putting stuff on roofs and then takjng it off again. A trailer just works so much better. The vehicle is also easier to sell without the add ons while the a trailer is easier to sell with add ons and extras.

[@WildWildJourneys]

I'll be planning a trip soon after watching this! Those dusty elephant sightings looked amazing 👌

[@TheSafariExpert]

If you go, make sure you spend some time in the east as well around Leokwe Camp and the decks! The park is basically split in two.

[@GreaseAndGravel]

Lover the editing at 5:14 where the Natal Spurfowl sang along with the music!!

[@TheSafariExpert]

Thanks man 🙏🏻💪🏻

[@derekgibb6689]

Another enjoyable video Villiers. Would be great to see some of the still images that you got from them trip.

[@TheSafariExpert]

Thanks Derek. This time I hardly took any stills, but later this year I’ll be taking a 600mm prime to Kgalagadi for two weeks 💪🏻📸 Can’t wait to share that series, which will definitely have some stills, with everyone.

[@aadildhooma6689]

Awesome can't wait to watch the next adventure videos Thanks

[@TheSafariExpert]

Thanks so much 😎 Can’t wait to share them with you!

[@doug729]

Looks like a fantastic park. Never been that far north in Limpopo.

[@pauljansen6650]

There was something about this video that just made me feel relaxed and refreshed. Thanks for also leaving background bush sounds in at parts, nice and peaceful. Thanks boet

[@TheSafariExpert]

Thanks for the kind words, Paul - you don’t realise how much it means 🙏🏻

[@Starsky1413]

Been there many times. Was 43 degrees once when I was there

[@TheSafariExpert]

🥵🥵🥵

[@MorkelErasmus]

Nice one Villiers. I have also been building up my overlanding kit. Did Richtersveld and the Namaqua Eco Trail this year, and heading to Mana next year. Looking forward to seeing where you take Tom Cruiser. Remember, my Patrol - Stoffel - will always be willing to come recover you if you get stuck hehe.

[@TheSafariExpert]

Ag lekker man! It’s such a joy to explore Africa in an old 4x4… Enjoy all your upcoming trips and I’ll remember your offer whenever ai get stuck 😉

[@MorkelErasmus]

@@TheSafariExpert obviously just a bit of light brand banter... :)

[@TheSafariExpert]

@@MorkelErasmus, which I welcome! 😉

[@Impala_Lily]

I’ve only ever done a day trip to Mapungubwe…. Can’t wait until I can actually spend a few days up there. Its a world of its own!

[@TheSafariExpert]

It’s a magical place indeed!

[@wildpatagoniafilms16]

Another great post mate! Thank you for sharing your adventures with all of us! Greetings from NYC! Cheers!

[@TheSafariExpert]

The pleasure is all mine!

[@BeachCA]

Love the Ellies. Beautiful moments. Thanks for taking us along on the adventure.

[@TheSafariExpert]

The pleasure os all mine!

[@lisamariageier]

Amazing video. Especially the scenes with the elephants. Do we need a 4x4 to drive into the park? :) Thank you so much!

[@TheSafariExpert]

Only if you want to drive the eco route. The rest of the park, no 👍🏻

[@ExperienceWildAfrica]

Hi Villiers, Brilliant job showing us Mapungubwe. We visited earlier this year and you brought back beautiful memories. Thank you for sharing Cheers

[@TheSafariExpert]

Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed it 😁

[@robmelville9834]

One of my favourite places. Spare wheel on the rack is moving around a lot - might need some strengthening. Good luck with Tom C.

[@TheSafariExpert]

Agreed, Rob - I saw that! 🤪

[@davidsherman3462]

great pictures!!

[@TheSafariExpert]

Thanks, David! 🙏🏻

[@mitchellanddonnabrooke2177]

We were just there in October holidays. I must be honest as scenic as Mapungubwe is, every time we have been there we don't see much game. Also this time around the SANDF seem to have stopped patrolling and we see Zimbabweans crossing the Limpopo trekking in and out of SA via the park.

[@TheSafariExpert]

Ja, Mapungubwe is hit and miss when it comes to game viewing. I go for the scenery, birdlife and tranquility, but when the ellies arrive in numbers like they did when I was there, it’s very special 😁

[@tommynhardt6229]

Any chance of listing the photo equipment used…will make your video different, than just the camping equipment

[@BushfireChannel]

Love the video! Will be visiting Mapungubwe in July '25. I'll be renting a hilux 4x4 and have never driven a 4x4 before. Is the ecotrail doable as a first timer? ever had to engage 4x4?

[@TheSafariExpert]

@@BushfireChannel, yes and yes - it’s doable providing you have something like Tracks4Africa on your phone or GPS, just to always know where you are, and yes, I have had to engage 4x4 on some parts

[@Jakundjaks]

Mate thanks for yet another lekker review of Mapungubwe , I actually have a Toyota hilux surf 1996 model what are ur suggestions on the build

[@TheSafariExpert]

My pleasure, man! My suggestion - start only with the most important items! You don’t need all the bells and whistles. For instance, a dual battery is more important than a roof rack or an awning. It’s all about figuring out how much you’re willing to spend and the making a priority list 💪🏻

[@Jakundjaks]

Thanks , I love ur setup , I actually watched ur video when u were fitting it at Big Country , I'm gonna go with ur setup and I'm gonna add on a big Canvas bag for the chairs and stools to get on the top 😂❤

[@TheSafariExpert]

@@Jakundjaks, great call with the chairs bag 💪🏻 And you can’t go wrong with the Big Countey setup! Those guys are amazing 🥳

[@thebuffalooverlander]

👏🙌

[@TheSafariExpert]

🙏🏻💪🏻😎

[@SArandoms]

Hi Villiers I'm 12 years old and I want to start with wildlife photography but I have no idea what I can use can you maybe help me?

[@grantesterhuyse]

What tree species is a Mashatu Tree? Nyala Tree?

[@TheSafariExpert]

That’s correct 👍🏻

[@patrickalexander8618]

Hi. Great Video! What is the mileage of your machine?? Thanks.

[@TheSafariExpert]

427000km 😁

[@patrickalexander8618]

@TheSafariExpert awesome 👌. I got mine in January, so I need some adventures like yours

[@eksteinmalan3517]

Villiers, kort jy 4x4 of sal my FWD ASX hom kan doen?

[@TheSafariExpert]

Jy sal meeste van Mapungubwe se paaie maklik kan ry, maar daar’s klein deeltjies van die ekoroete wat ek nie sonder 4x4 sou aanpak nie

[@MonicaFerreira-s6x]

Soo boring really