Routes Rediscovered

Self-Drive 4x4 Safaris and Overland Trips Across Africa

14 African Countries
Bring Your Own Bakkie
Self-Drive and Hosted
Route Planning

About

Routes Rediscovered is a locally owned adventure travel company in Cape Town. It plans self-drive 4x4 safaris, hosted trips, mobile camping and small-group tours in 14 African countries, from South Africa and Namibia to Kenya, Rwanda and Madagascar.

Their self-drive safaris can be done in your own vehicle or in one of their rentals. They plan the route and book the campsites, lodges and activities. That makes them a good fit for bakkie owners who want a planned trip in their own 4x4.

For longer trips they offer expedition consulting: route planning, pre-trip briefings, packing lists, training, and 4x4 builds and modifications with Paul Marsh 4x4. Their 5-day training package was made for people in Cape Town waiting for the finishing touches on their 4x4, with options like 4x4 driving and recovery and bush mechanics.

What they offer

Self-Drive 4x4 Safaris

Custom routes and itineraries, with campsite, lodge and activity bookings. Drive your own bakkie or hire a 4x4 from them.

Overlanding and Expedition Consulting

Route planning, pre-trip briefings, packing lists, training, and 4x4 builds and modifications with Paul Marsh 4x4.

Overlanding Courses

The 2-night Gateway to Overlanding course near Cape Town, and a 5-day training package that includes 4x4 driving, recovery and bush mechanics.

Hosted Safaris and Small-Group Tours

Hosted self-drive trips in Botswana, Zimbabwe and Zambia with camp, meals and a field guide handled, plus set-departure small-group tours.

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Questions

Can I use my own bakkie?

Yes. Their self-drive safaris can be done in your own vehicle or in one of their rentals, and their expedition consulting is offered to people with their own vehicles too. Self-drive safaris

Can they help get my bakkie ready for a long trip?

Yes. Their consulting service includes 4x4 builds and modifications in conjunction with Paul Marsh 4x4, plus advice on equipment, kit and packing lists. Consulting

Do they offer overlanding training?

Yes. The Gateway to Overlanding course is a hosted 2-night trip in a wilderness area just outside Cape Town. There is also a 5-day training package where you pick five courses, such as 4x4 driving and recovery, bush mechanics and first aid. Courses

Which countries do they cover?

South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Malawi, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, Mozambique, Lesotho, eSwatini and Madagascar.

How much does a trip cost?

Prices are not published for most trips; you get a quote. As a past example, their September 2025 Gateway to Africa 22-day hosted 4x4 tour from Kruger to the Okavango Delta was priced from US$17,850 per person sharing, all inclusive. Gateway to Africa

How do I contact them?

Email hello@routesrediscovered.co.za or call +27 71 676 9075. They are at 99 Kloof Nek Road, Cape Town. Contact