Hard Rock Hotel - Overland with the Independent Adventure Truck

. . Here's why, nothing beats an Overland Expedition Truck, when it comes to choosing that vehicle. Dependable vehicle, but a solid, not just any auxiliary travel buddy. Trustworthy companion, you need a sturdy; transcontinental journeys are no mean feat.

Some of the key features of an Overland Expedition Vehicle:

They're built for one purpose and that's getting you there. Overland trucks provide just that. Completing successful African and Middle Eastern tours in extreme conditions requires a vehicle with grit.

Helping you capture those lasting impressions of unexplored territory, overland vehicles are not just tough - a big part of the journey is also the enjoyment provided by the truck's large windows.

But that we will discuss this shortly, known as "The Beach", the best overland trucks always provide one unique vantage point in particular.

During the trip preventative maintenance also needs to be carried out by a qualified driver. It is essential that the vehicle visit the workshop every three months and go for extensive services prior to the trip, before a journey begins.

What makes overland travel in a purpose-built truck so much fun?

All trucks are equipped with:

Allowing you to stretch out on longer overland journeys, greater luggage capacity for you and a lot of room for your legs, inward-facing coach seats with head rests that are specifically designed to provide more storage space for your souvenirs.

But the extra space is always appreciated, this may mean fewer passengers on a trip than there would be with a 'bus' layout with narrow aisles!

To be up and out in the open on an African or Middle Eastern tour is the closest you'll ever get to dreaming with your eyes wide open. Panoramic view; it enables several people to sit on the roof while giving them the thrill of a 360°. The previously mentioned feature is "The Beach" and it's the undisputed highlight of the Overland Vehicle.

Other features you'll notice while rambling through desert climates and over the African savannah:

Even while driving, the convenient under-seat storage spaces that are excellent for storing your backpack and providing easy access.

Holiday snaps are so much easier without a bug in your eye. (if you're having a bad hair day) provide extensive views from inside the vehicle and can be rolled down for protection in case of an emergency, side and rear roll-up windows.

Fuel and food carrying capacities (no explanation required), large water.

Cassette stereo and a professionally-compiled medical kit (we never lock the medical kit in the safe), overhead lockers, onboard truck safe and library.

Comprehensive range of spare truck parts and tools.

Camp stools and all-weather awnings (for cooking and shade), tables, cooler boxes, cooking gear and cutlery, gas cookers, spacious two-person tents with built-in ground sheets and mosquito netting.

When you get there), tyre chains and winches (you'll find out why, where necessary, all overland expedition trucks for our Africa and Middle East tours are equipped with sand mats and.