Your trip. Your route. Your pace.
No fixed itinerary that dictates how you travel. We start with what matters to you and build from there. Your route, 4x4, accommodation and preparation come together step by step. You keep the freedom, we make sure everything fits.
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Sometimes your trip calls for something different.
And that’s absolutely fine. Africa is vast, every travel party is different and no two trips need to look the same. Maybe you want to stay longer in one place or combine countries in a different way. Alongside our self-drive trips, we can build your journey with you from the ground up.
A tailor-made trip could suit you if:
- You want a trip that matches your pace and the way you like to travel
- You want to combine destinations, accommodation or travel days differently
- You want the freedom to choose the 4x4 that suits your trip
You don’t need to have it all figured out yet. A first conversation is enough to explore what could work.
Four steps to a trip that feels right.
A tailor-made trip starts with a conversation. We want to understand what you have in mind. Then we bring in our experience and build from there, until every part of the trip works together.
Step 1
Tell us what you have in mind.
Where would you like to go? How long do you want to travel for? Who are you travelling with? And what would you most like to see and do along the way? You don’t need to know everything yet. An initial idea is enough to get started.
Step 2
Talk it through with one of our Selfdrive Professionals.
We’ll go through your plans together. What appeals to you, what are you still unsure about and how much freedom do you want along the way? Our experience helps turn those ideas into choices that work on the road.
Step 3
Your travel proposal.
Then we bring everything together. Your route, 4x4, accommodation and practical preparation all come together in one proposal. So you can see how your ideas translate into the journey itself.
Step 4
Fine-tune it until it feels right.
Want to stay somewhere longer, choose a different 4x4 or change the pace of the trip? We’ll adjust the proposal until it matches what you have in mind. Once you’re happy with it, we’ll confirm the bookings.
“Our Selfdrive Specialists have driven hundreds of routes across Africa. They know which roads are worth taking, where to stay along the way and when an extra day makes all the difference. We bring that experience into every journey we create.”
Many routes are already mapped out.
Not every trip needs to start from scratch. Our self-drive trips show you routes and combinations that already work well together. Use one as your starting point, then change what you want to make it yours.
Frequently asked questions.
From driving a 4x4 to routes, preparation and sleeping along the way. Here you’ll find answers to the questions that often come up before you set off.
Bring whatever makes you feel comfortable while travelling. In addition, there are a few practical items that are almost always useful:
- Warm clothing for chilly mornings and evenings
- Lightweight clothing for during the day
- A headlamp or flashlight
- Sunscreen and a hat or cap
- Insect repellent
- Sturdy shoes
- A reusable water bottle
- A small first-aid kit
- Spare batteries and charging cables
- Soft travel bags that fit easily in the 4x4
We have put together a comprehensive packing list with the most important travel essentials.