7000km Land Rover Defender trip to Namibia (English version)

In 2016 I said good-bye to the old Defender by taking the last Heritage model on a trip to Namibia. Now I finally repeated the 7000km journey in the new Defender. This is the (accented) English version of the video, click here to watch it in German:    • Namibia/SA trip - 7000km in the Land Rover...   Land Rover Defender 110 D300 Explorer Engine 3.0-l. 6cyl. twin-turbo, paired with an 8-speed auto 20inch all-season tyres Power 221kW and 650Nm Top Speed 191 km/h 0-100km/h 7 seconds Ground clearance: 290mm (air suspension), 226mm (coil springs) Wading depth: 900mm (air suspension), 850mm (coil springs) Price R1 707 400 (base price), plus options R127 933 = R1 834 333 (as driven) Explorer pack: R58 433, which includes, among other goodies: bonnet decals, raised air intake and an expedition roof rack. landrover.co.za Where we stayed Fish River Lodge – www.fishriverlodge-namibia.com Breathtaking position on the edge of the third biggest canyon in the world. Canyon Roadhouse – www.gondwana-collection.com The coolest ‘motel’ in Namibia with a unique vintage motoring ambience. Canyon Lodge – www.gondwana-collection.com The walls of the cosy houses are the natural rocks from the surrounding mountains. Luderitz Nest Hotel – www.nesthotel.com The place to stay in town, with spectacular sea views and fresh oysters. Wolwedans Dune Camp – www.wolwedans.com Spectacular position on top of a couple of red Namib sand dunes. Kulala Desert Lodge – www.wilderness-safaris.com A true Namib desert oasis. Sossusvlei Desert Lodge – www.andbeyond.com The author’s favorite in Namibia – unique combination of incredible location, outstanding architecture, excellent service and delicious culinary delights. The Delight – www.gondwana-collection.com The coolest boutique hotel in Swakopmund. Shipwreck Lodge – www.naturalselection.travel One of the most remote places to stay in the world in luxury. Heinitzburg Hotel – www.heinitzburg.com The old German castle is the best place to stay in Windhoek. Kalahari Desert Lodge – www.gondwana-collection.com Affordable desert feeling in the Kalahari. Tutwa Desert Lodge – www.tutwalodge.co.za South Africa’s best desert lodge, wonderful position, great décor, personal service and great food.