* Bradt guide is een Engelstalige, praktische reisgids voor de avontuurlijke reiziger, boordevol informatie een tocht op wielen door Afrika te plannen. Auto, motor, fiets of vrachtwagen
Africa Overland is the essential handbook for anyone dreaming of the ultimate African adventure by 4WD, motorbike, bicycle, truck. Detailed information on preparation is backed up by suggested itineraries, tips on health and safety, coping with bureaucracy and vehicle maintenance and repairs. The guide includes an A-Z country gazetteer with essential travel facts and highlights, bringing travellers bang-up-to-date on how to get the most out of an overland trip.
‘Be vigilant when driving through Africa: camels are careless when crossing the road and women carrying waterpots are little more watchful’ warn the authors of this fifth edition of Africa Overland. They also give updated information on each country’s political and security situation (Angola, Sierra Leone and Liberia are on the up; since this guide's last edition, security in Western Sudan and Eastern Chad has turned sour); provide an expanded Route Outlines section including information on border crossings; and offer revised recommendations on vehicles including practical coverage on buying a vehicle, maintenance and driving.
• Fully updated, including revised prices and conditions of travel
• Special section on overland tour companies
• A–Z country-by-country gazetteer, with essential travel facts and highlights
Contents
Introduction
PART ONE BEFORE YOU LEAVE
Chapter 1 The Basics
Chapter 2 Routes
Chapter 3 Vehicle Selection and Preparation
Chapter 4 Organised Tours
Chapter 5 Practicalities
PART TWO ON THE ROAD
Chapter 6 Your Vehicle
Chapter 7 Day-to-Day Issues
PART THREE AFRICA
Chapter 8 Background
Chapter 9 A–Z Country Guide
Appendix I Language
Appendix 2 Personal Details
Appendix 3 Checklist
Appendix 4 Visa Requirements at a Glance
Appendix 5 Further Information
Index
