This guide to four-wheel driving in the Southern Africa region is aimed at all 4x4 drivers, novice or experienced. subcontinent, a region that has an extremely varied topography, from rugged mountainous areas to dense woodlands and uneven plains. It is a region that is ideally suited for the 4x4 driver, from the professional - the game rangers and the farmers - to the outdoor explorer. comprehensive, giving the four-wheel drive motorist all the down-to-earth facts and tips he will need: selecting and buying a four-wheel drive, second-hand or new; vehicle auxiliary equipment; how to drive, maintain, equip, repair and get the most enjoyment from a 4x4; where to go on the subcontinent, from 4x4 trails to foreign climes, and what restrictions may apply; the 4x4 safari and vehicle recovery; and tips on navigation, health and conservation. illustrated, and a brief history of the four-wheel drive is outlined. The book is particularly green-conscious and the 4x4 motorist is directed throughout towards preserving the environment in which he drives.

The definitive guide for adventurers crossing the continent since its first edition in 1991.

Tourism in Africa is growing—the number of tourism arrivals increased from 37 million in 2003 to 58 million in 2009—and safaris are a key draw for visitors. Fodor’s The Complete Guide to African Safaris ebook provides the most comprehensive and engaging information on the most popular game-viewing regions in Kenya, South Africa, Botswana, Tanzania, and Namibia. Competitive Advantage: Other guides cover part of the process, but only Fodor’s deals with all aspects of the planning, picking, and preparing for safaris around Africa. Expanded Coverage: Travelers will find in-depth descriptions that enable them to determine which African safari destination is best for them, in addition to insider advice and practical tips on everything from packing to camera lenses and bug sprays. We cover the best local and international safari tour operators with information on how to create a dream safari, whether it's a luxury, bespoke experience, or a rustic in the bush excursion. Plus, we reveal the best beaches for must-needed post-safari relaxation. Indispensable Trip Planning Tools: Find out everything you need to know to witness the Great Migration in Kenya and Tanzania. Discover details about animals and birds, including the Big Five, with checklists for each country. Consult Fodor’s hierarchy of safari parks in each country, with detailed lodging options, and compare tour operators with an easy-to-read chart broken down by experience, expertise, and clientele. Internet resources, a timeline, packing lists, must-ask questions, and information on what to expect after arrival are provided in easy-to-use, compact features. Discerning Recommendations: Fodor’s The Complete Guide to African Safaris offers savvy advice and recommendations from local writers to help travelers make the most of their time. Fodor’s Choice designates our best picks, from hotels to restaurants. “Word of Mouth” quotes from fellow travelers provide valuable insights.

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Botswana is one of the few unspoilt environments left in the world. A country of striking diversity, it offers unrivalled opportunities to observe Africa's wildlife, in national parks like Chobe, Makgadikgadi and Nxai, and reserves such as Central Kalahari, Moremi, Mabuasehube and Northern Tuli, and the Okavango Delta with its thirteen thousand square kilometres of waterways. This excellent guide, fully updated and now in its third edition, caters for both organised tours and independent travellers. It provides thorough route descriptions, planning advice, vital information on climate, off-road driving, and what to do in emergencies. Descriptions of Botswana’s famed national parks and game reserves include details of flora, fauna, birds, geology and historical features, and conurbations like Gaborone, Maun, Francistown and Lobatse are described, in full. Symbols in the margin show at a glance which areas are best for particular activities, including game-viewing, hiking, bird-watching, photography, camping and water sports More than 50 suggested self-drive routes for both two- and four-wheel drive vehicles are included, with comprehensive directions on how to reach each destination. In addition, 47 tried-and-tested route maps and GPS reference points have been supplied to assist with off-road navigation. African Adventurer’s Guide: Botswana is an indispensable guide for travellers wanting to explore this magnificent country.

Only a small proportion of the more than 1,100 entries have been retained from the earlier editions and supplements, 1955 to 1983; more publications reflecting social and economic changes in South Africa have been included; and the annotations are more extensive. The main focus is on references such as dictionaries, yearbooks, and encyclopedias, but handbooks, manuals, and histories are cited if no conventional references exist on the subject. The selection is not limited to books published in South Africa. The arrangement is by broad subject headings following the Dewey Decimal system. The annotations are primarily descriptive, but evaluations creep in now and again. Distributed by Books International. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR