Wow, again a beaut! I look forward to every new chapter wondering what excitement is in store for us. The excellent research ahead of time, the sorting of problems as they appear, the communication with the local inhabitants plus the added bonus of meeting up with good friends! Then greatest capturing of the atmosphere of bush wildlife and Oooh!! the sunsets and scenery. My special treat each and every time,Thank you!!
Beautiful. Thanks for bringing back great memories. I was there exactly 3 years ago in early June. Nkasa Rupara was bone dry, no water crossings required. The tiny Livingstone museum was great, Linus the museum keeper was so passionate, I hope he survived Covid. This part of Namibia has all the benefits of Botswana at 1/10th the price and with 1/10th the tourists.
Thank you we are glad you enjoyed…This is a great comment. It is useful to know that the park is drier in June giving access to more of the region. We visited the Livingstone museum but it was unfortunately closed. The Livingstone story is a fascinating one and adds to the richness of the region. We heard that the museum keeper is a character. We are sorry we missed out. Agreed - the Caprivi region is as good as Botswana with less visitors at a fraction of the cost. It is also easier to make reservations.
I should also that the free campsites inside Mudumu National park, just to the north of Nkasa are absolutely amazing. In 2019, all you had to do was pay the 50 NAD park fees and register. 3 or 4 spots completely secluded along the Kwando, fantastic.
@@steveculhane7279 Yes this is true…the camp sites are beautiful along the Kwando…and there is also a beautiful bird hide/viewing platform that overlooks the river. 👍
Thanks for your lovely comment. It helps appease the TH-cam algorithm gods. Yes we feel fortunate , we consider this part of the world one of the great untold stories of the world. Happy happy to you as well. Thanks for your comment. 😘
Wow . I suddenly woke to the fact that I hadn't actually had my "Fix" . and having belatedly watched ep5 I can pig out this weekend with two..... 😀 When I was about 10 years old I read a book called "Wild Eden" by June Kay. It was about this area. your video just turned her vivid descriptions into real scenes for me. Thank you. Also thanks for the mention @ 10:53 Really glad I could help. So! Now... ep6👀👁👁👀 ??
We were wondering where you were 🤣 happy you enjoyed this episode and that it took you back to your childhood, it is a very special place indeed. I’m happy to say the hi lift jack behaved itself very well and Christoph still has his front teeth…phew. With a little patience the new episode will be out in a little while. 🙌👍🏼
Thank you - We are so glad to take you with us on this adventure! We used three soundtracks and all were from Epidemic Sound a source of great sound for film makers. www.epidemicsound.com/ 1 Less than Endless - At the end of Times, Nothing 2 Ghosts of the Rail - Gabriel Lewis 3 Lost Highway - Gabriel Lewis
A lot more game in Caprivi than I would have imagined! I avoid water crossings!😀- Would winter be a better time to visit? More or less game sightings then? Is some of the game migratory into Botswana? Presume you used Malaria meds?
Ok lots cover! The dry season would give a more extensive reach in the Nkasa Rupara National Park. The region is a wetland and swamp so there is always a chance of a water crossing. Fortunately you have a choice and can always turn around as we did on this trip. It all depends on your appetite for risk. The whole region is a corridor for migrating animals which makes it unique. There are several newly proclaimed National Parks and adjoining conservancies which makes this region special. Animal sightings sometimes erratic but we got spoilt on this round. It is still wild and not as curated as most other parks. So if you like peace, tranquillity and wilderness, I would go soon before word gets out. Visiting this swamp should also be combined with a visit to the Okavango Delta as they in spitting distance from each other. Yes there is malaria in the area but the risks are considerably lower if you take the necessary precautions, although I would always recommend professional advice as everybody’s risk is different. We didn’t take meds but we had a scare and got tested in Katima Mulilo. Also interesting is that malaria symptoms present themselves like COVID-19 symptoms. Another reason to visit this park is that it is still relatively cheap and easy to book compared to the Okavango Delta. The difference of two countries I suppose.
A lovely video perfectly capturing the magnificence of one of Namibians amazing regions. I lived there for a while way back in another life and had the most amazing moments in my life! Which time of year were you there? May?
Agreed this is a magnificent region with a lot to explore. We keep coming back to the Caprivi as an alternative to the Okovango. We were here in April. The tail end of the rainy season. Great weather and still quite a bit of water.
![Namibia's Caprivi [61 Days Overlanding Ep 1] Nkasa Rupara and Kwando](/img/n.gif)
Highlift jacks are always fun.
😉entertaining and challenging and a healthy dose of frustration.
Another great video. Thank you!
Thank you…we are so glad these videos inspire others.
Wow, again a beaut! I look forward to every new chapter wondering what excitement is in store for us. The excellent research ahead of time, the sorting of problems as they appear, the communication with the local inhabitants plus the added bonus of meeting up with good friends! Then greatest capturing of the atmosphere of bush wildlife and Oooh!! the sunsets and scenery. My special treat each and every time,Thank you!!
A lovely comment…thank you. 👍
Beautiful. Thanks for bringing back great memories. I was there exactly 3 years ago in early June. Nkasa Rupara was bone dry, no water crossings required. The tiny Livingstone museum was great, Linus the museum keeper was so passionate, I hope he survived Covid. This part of Namibia has all the benefits of Botswana at 1/10th the price and with 1/10th the tourists.
Thank you we are glad you enjoyed…This is a great comment.
It is useful to know that the park is drier in June giving access to more of the region. We visited the Livingstone museum but it was unfortunately closed. The Livingstone story is a fascinating one and adds to the richness of the region. We heard that the museum keeper is a character. We are sorry we missed out.
Agreed - the Caprivi region is as good as Botswana with less visitors at a fraction of the cost. It is also easier to make reservations.
I should also that the free campsites inside Mudumu National park, just to the north of Nkasa are absolutely amazing. In 2019, all you had to do was pay the 50 NAD park fees and register. 3 or 4 spots completely secluded along the Kwando, fantastic.
@@steveculhane7279 Yes this is true…the camp sites are beautiful along the Kwando…and there is also a beautiful bird hide/viewing platform that overlooks the river. 👍
Another wonderful episode. Thank you for taking us on safari with you. Loved it!
Of course we love taking you with us. It has been pleasure. Thank you for the lovely comment.
Wow!! So amazing that you can do these travels. Glad you got your vehicle sorted. Happy New Year to yoy both.
Thanks for your lovely comment. It helps appease the TH-cam algorithm gods.
Yes we feel fortunate , we consider this part of the world one of the great untold stories of the world. Happy happy to you as well. Thanks for your comment. 😘
When you're far away and have a problem, then meet people who can help you, it's a wonderful thing.
Often the basis of new friendships. We have meet quite the collection of people. 😉👍🏼
This is a very true statement👍
Wow . I suddenly woke to the fact that I hadn't actually had my "Fix" . and having belatedly watched ep5 I can pig out this weekend with two..... 😀 When I was about 10 years old I read a book called "Wild Eden" by June Kay. It was about this area. your video just turned her vivid descriptions into real scenes for me. Thank you. Also thanks for the mention @ 10:53 Really glad I could help. So! Now... ep6👀👁👁👀 ??
We were wondering where you were 🤣 happy you enjoyed this episode and that it took you back to your childhood, it is a very special place indeed. I’m happy to say the hi lift jack behaved itself very well and Christoph still has his front teeth…phew. With a little patience the new episode will be out in a little while. 🙌👍🏼
Seems Soul tonic also has Highlift Jack eggsperience...
@@corneliusprentjie-maker6715 Haha …it seems we still take a chance every now and then🤓
@@corneliusprentjie-maker6715yep. The usual nonrelease of a new hi lift.
Great show again, loved the soundtrack. Can you maybe share the name and artist?
Thank you - We are so glad to take you with us on this adventure!
We used three soundtracks and all were from Epidemic Sound a source of great sound for film makers.
www.epidemicsound.com/
1 Less than Endless - At the end of Times, Nothing
2 Ghosts of the Rail - Gabriel Lewis
3 Lost Highway - Gabriel Lewis
A lot more game in Caprivi than I would have imagined! I avoid water crossings!😀- Would winter be a better time to visit? More or less game sightings then? Is some of the game migratory into Botswana? Presume you used Malaria meds?
Ok lots cover! The dry season would give a more extensive reach in the Nkasa Rupara National Park. The region is a wetland and swamp so there is always a chance of a water crossing. Fortunately you have a choice and can always turn around as we did on this trip. It all depends on your appetite for risk.
The whole region is a corridor for migrating animals which makes it unique. There are several newly proclaimed National Parks and adjoining conservancies which makes this region special. Animal sightings sometimes erratic but we got spoilt on this round. It is still wild and not as curated as most other parks. So if you like peace, tranquillity and wilderness, I would go soon before word gets out. Visiting this swamp should also be combined with a visit to the Okavango Delta as they in spitting distance from each other. Yes there is malaria in the area but the risks are considerably lower if you take the necessary precautions, although I would always recommend professional advice as everybody’s risk is different. We didn’t take meds but we had a scare and got tested in Katima Mulilo. Also interesting is that malaria symptoms present themselves like COVID-19 symptoms.
Another reason to visit this park is that it is still relatively cheap and easy to book compared to the Okavango Delta. The difference of two countries I suppose.
@@SoulTonicLife Multi thanks for all the info! Peace, tranquillity and wilderness - sounds wonderful!
A lovely video perfectly capturing the magnificence of one of Namibians amazing regions.
I lived there for a while way back in another life and had the most amazing moments in my life!
Which time of year were you there? May?
Agreed this is a magnificent region with a lot to explore. We keep coming back to the Caprivi as an alternative to the Okovango. We were here in April. The tail end of the rainy season. Great weather and still quite a bit of water.