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03/11/2023

NEW BLOG UP: What it takes to plan a trip?

What was your first overlanding trip like?
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09/10/2023

WHAT IS OVERLANDING?

Have a read and let me know your thoughts?

New Blog Post:

03/10/2023

What you can expect from the TimTam Overlanding Blog.

We’d like to use this platform to share the following with you:

- Photography
- Travel
- Tips
- TimTam Overlanding
- Routes and Roads
- Campsite and Accommodation Reviews
- Vehicle setups
- Trip Reports

So if you'd like to read our first blog, then head over to our website:
- https://overlanding.timothygriesel.com/2023/10/03/what-you-can-expect-from-the-timtam-overlanding-blog/

If you'd like us to discuss anything else, then please let us know in the comments below.

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31/08/2023

The black rhinoceros, black rhino or hook-lipped rhinoceros is a species of rhinoceros, native to eastern and southern Africa including Angola, Botswana, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Eswatini, Tanzania, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.

Black Rhino are the true members of the renowned Big 5.

Species identity: Black Rhino, Diceros bicornis

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29/08/2023

The baobab is a prehistoric species which predates both mankind and the splitting of the continents over 200 million years ago. Native to the African savannah where the climate is extremely dry and arid, it is a symbol of life and positivity in a landscape where little else can thrive.

Species identity: Baobab, Adansonia digitata

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22/08/2023

Do you know what the LITTLE 5 are? If so, comment with what you believe they are below and see if you're correct before looking at the next picture!

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17/08/2023

What am I? Do you know?

The African Barred Owlet is a species of small owl in the family Strigidae found in much of southern, central and eastern Africa.

The African Barred Owlet is partly diurnal. Calling occurs mainly at dusk and dawn but also through the night on calm and clear nights. It is frequently observed on open perches scanning for prey, even during the day. It roosts within cover, often in a natural cavity in a tree. If they are detected by other birds during the day they will often be subjected to mobbing.

The African Barred Owlet feed on small mammals, birds, reptiles, frogs, insects, scorpions and caterpillars which are normally caught following a short flight from a perch

Species identity: African Barred Owlet, Glaucidium capense



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16/08/2023

Want to see the Big 5?

Then these are the reserves in South Africa you should visit to give yourself a chance of seeing these incredible mammals.

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15/08/2023

Namibia.

Welwitschia is a monotypic genus (that is, a genus that contains a single recognised species) of gymnosperm, the sole described species being the distinctive Welwitschia mirabilis, endemic to the Namib desert within Namibia and Angola.

Species identity: Welwitschia, Welwitschia mirabilis

14/08/2023

What is Big 5 in South Africa?

The term “Big Five” originally referred to the difficulty in hunting the lion, leopard, black rhino, elephant and African buffalo. These five large African mammal species were known to be dangerous and it was considered a feat by trophy hunters to bring them home.

However, today they hold as the 5 most after animals to search for in the African bush.

10/08/2023

WORLD LION DAY (10th August 2023)

The history of World Lion Day started in 2013 when two filmmakers, Dereck and Beverly Joubert ( & ), founded the Big Cat Initiative, a global campaign to shine a light on the critical issues facing the planet's lion populations.

Recognising that lions were facing a potential crisis, they sought to alert the world to the plight of these big cats. They realised that there was a decline in their numbers, with habitat loss, human-wildlife conflict, poaching, and disease among the threats faced.

Species identity: Lion, Panthera Leo

09/08/2023

WOMEN'S DAY (9th August 2023)

We honour and thank the women working on the frontlines of conservation in Southern Africa.

Thank you for everything you do to keep Africa wild and beautiful.

08/08/2023

In a months time, and head into the Okavango Delta, a place that is very close to Tim's heart.

They can not wait to experience some of what the Delta has to offer such as this image from the Khwai region from a couple years ago.

Species identity: African Wild Dog (African Painted Wolf), Lycaon pictus



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07/08/2023

Did you know?

That there are 19 South African National Parks (SANParks) spread around the country.

Which of the 19 parks have you visited? Let us know in the comments.



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04/08/2023

*Self-drive across Africa*

Did you know?

There are a number of reserves across Southern Africa that can be self-driven without the need of a guide?

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03/08/2023

An incredible moment spent with an elusive Civet in . Civets are normally nocturnal, but on this day, and I were lucky enough to find this Civet on the S21 in the early afternoon.

Species identity: African Civet, Civettictis civetta



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02/08/2023

We have been fortunate to travel to many countries in Africa.

Where have you been?
Where do you want to go?

01/08/2023

Where do the roads lead you?

Where do you want to explore in Southern Africa?

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31/07/2023

WORLD RANGER DAY (31st July 2023)

Let’s pause for a moment to reflect on the courage and sacrifice that Rangers make; by honouring Fallen Rangers and standing with Rangers who bravely undertake their role on the frontline.

30/07/2023

We’d love to connect with you and others with similar interests. So if you could do us a favour and share our account with those who would be interested. We would appreciate it.

Species identity: Lion, Panthera Leo



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28/07/2023

World Nature Conservation Day (28th July2023)

A day to acknowledge that the foundation for a healthy society is a healthy environment.

It’s also a day to increase awareness about the importance of protecting our natural resources.

28/07/2023

Let's travel the dunes of Namibia.



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26/07/2023

26/07/2023

Welcome to TimTam Overlanding. A place for Tim and Tam to share their unwavering passion for the African Bush with those wishing to explore this incredible continent.

26/07/2023