Africa by Road [Paperback]

Bob Swain (Author), Paula Snyder (Author)

Book Description

Series: Bradt Guides | Publication Date: December 1, 1995

Detailed information on preparation is backed up by on-the-road strategies, from driving through rivers to coping with bureaucracy, plus an insight into the people to be met along the way.

--This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

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"An indispensable guide to negotiating the uncharted perils of Africa's vast plains."
--Daily Express

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From the Back Cover

Traveling across Africa on your own set of wheels is to know the true freedom of the open road. Crossing the Sahara, driving through game reserves, camping by the Indian Ocean - the possibilities are endless. This third edition of Africa by Road brings travelers up-to-date on how to plan and get the most out of an overland trip. Detailed information on preparation is backed up by on-the-road strategies, from driving through rivers to coping with bureaucracy, plus an insight into the people to be met along the way. An indispensable handbook for anyone dreaming of the ultimate African adventure. You will find comprehensive and up-to-date advice on planing and preparation. There is information on buying a vehicle, driving, maintenance, repairs, and more; suggested itineraries and maps; A-Z country gazetteer with essential travel facts and highlights; overland trucks for group travel; and health and safety tips throughout the continent. (5 1/4 X 8 1/2, 304 pages, color photos, b&w photos, maps, illustrations, diagrams, charts)

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Product Details

• Paperback
• Publisher: Bradt Travel Guides; 2nd edition (December 1, 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1564409465
• ISBN-13: 978-1564409461
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.3 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.9 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,257,133 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars From initial planning to health and safety and handling bureaucracy across the states, November 7, 2005

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This review is from: Africa Overland, 4th: 4x4*Motorbike*Bicycle*Truck (Bradt Travel Guide) (Paperback)

It used to be travelers to Africa would never think of making their journeys entirely overland - but today they can, and with Africa Overland's updated fourth edition, travelers can plan their own trip or choose from one of the overland expeditions recommended herein. From initial planning to health and safety and handling bureaucracy across the states, Africa Overland covers everything from driving in different terrains to cultural differences and locating accommodation. Africa Overland reflects the author's on experience, so is seasoned with more than just hearsay.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Africa by Road: The Bradt Travel Guide, July 9, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: Africa by Road, 3rd: The Bradt Travel Guide (Paperback)

The authors of Africa by Road do a great job of presenting an overview to planning and undertaking an overland African trip. They assume the reader has a decent degree of common sense and independence and point the would-be traveller in all right directions without producing that 'hand-holding' feeling.

Anyone who needs to know where to start or what needs to be covered in planning an African Adventure shouldn't be without this guide. All the important aspects are covered and combined nicely with notes of personal experience and amusing anecdotes that accentuate the 'African feeling'.

Well worth the money.

5.0 out of 5 stars An all-embracing practical guide!, July 25, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: Africa by Road, 3rd: The Bradt Travel Guide (Paperback)

An all-embracing practical guide! A real inspiration to travellers wishing to see the world's most exotic continent by road. Our trip was enhanced by Charlie's creative suggestions and advice and my only regret is that we didn't have time to see all places he suggested.