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Who we are ?

During the week we are both IT professionals working for a well-known South African Retail company.

About Us. Outside of work we are both active individuals who share the passion for nature and being outdoors. We take part in road and trail running, we have an addiction to endurance and water sports, especially water skiing.

As individuals we have both travelled extensively - Deirdre into Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe and Malawi, whilst Gerhard explored most of the more remote parts of South Africa.

Deirdre and Gerhard Over the last 10 years we have toured South Africa. We are both trained and experienced 4x4 drivers and have taken part in a number of 4x4 challenge events where we managed 1st mixed couple and 2nd overall placings. More recently we expanded our ventures by using our dual purpose motorbike.

Why tour with us?

We have a special bond with the Karoo region (Khoi word for "Dry, thirsty land") and we spend every possible opportunity to further explore this semi desert region.

Karoo Plaas. We have subsequently built up a vast knowledge of the area, interacted with the local people, and established access to areas which are not accessible to the general public.

Onto the dirt. Once leaving the tarred roads, we travel along remote roads deep into the Karoo in search of the quiet and unspoilt parts. Here we set up camp and live as close to nature as possible, we meet with the local people, learn about the history, and collect tales and stories.

The purpose of our trips is not to be run as a business, but an opportunity to share our knowledge and the secrets of our beautiful country with others who will eventually become friends.

The Karoo is without attitude and life happens at a slow pace. We therefore also believe in leaving all attitudes at home, and travel slowly and safely at a pace that ensures enjoyment for all.

This website is intended to make our ventures more visible and attract potential touring partners who are likeminded and share the same quest for the simple yet beautiful things that life has to offer.

Deirdre and Gerhard


Contact us

Deirdre and Gerhard Cell +27 83 442 8697

Gerhard@KarooSafari.com