OVERLAND PLANNER Questionnaire

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Let's get a sense of what kind of Southern African trip you're hoping to experience!

Email *

South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Mozambique, Lesotho, eSwatini, Zimbabwe, Zambia, or all? (Check/Tick all countries you'd like to visit) *

Botswana

Lesotho

Mozambique

Namibia

South Africa

eSwatini (Swaziland)

Zambia

Zimbabwe

All of them!

Other:

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Preferred Accommodation Type (Check/Tick all boxes that apply) *

All Camping

Some Camping

All Self Catering

Some Self Catering

Glamping (where available)

Luxury Accommodation, Hotels and/or Lodges

Other:

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Preferred Establishment Category (Check/Tick all boxes that apply) *

[Please note that some of these categories may not be available for your chosen destination(s)]

National & Regional/Provincial Parks

Private Establishments (Guest Houses, BnBs, Lodges)

AirBnB or Home Stays

Farm Stays

Private Game Reserves/Conservancies

Hotels

Backpackers

Other:

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What length would you like your trip to be? *

A weekend (2.5 days)

Up to a week (7 days or less)

Two weeks (8 to 14 days)

Three weeks (15 to 21 days)

A month (30 days)

Multiple months

Other:

Is the journey/road trip as important as the destination(s)? *

Yes

Sometimes

Hardly Ever

Very Often

Other:

What kind of road conditions are your preferred mode of travel? *

[Please note that gravel/dirt roads may be unavoidable for some of your chosen destination(s)]

Only tar all the time - the journey needs to be as smooth as possible

Take me off-road (gravel/dirt roads) whenever/wherever

Prefer a mix of different road conditions

Make it a challenge! 4x4 and gravel road mountain passes and everything in between!

Other:

What type of vehicle do you foresee using for this journey? *

[Please note that Overland Planner does not offer vehicle rental options, but can recommend providers]

Fully Kitted 4x4 (low range, diff locks, the works - and equipped with a rooftop tent, equipment, etc.)

Full 4x4 (low range, diff locks, the works)

4WD

4x2 (pickup/bakkie)

SUV with good clearance (200mm or above)

Sedan/Hatchback/Regular Vehicle with decent clearance (180mm or above)

Sedan/Hatchback/Regular Vehicle with regular/low clearance

Van/Kombi

Motorhome or RV

Motorbike [please specify type in the box that says OTHER]

Bicycle or Walking

WITH off-road trailer

WITH regular trailer

WITH a caravan

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Are you travelling (as/with)... (Check/Tick all boxes that apply) *

Solo

A couple

Friends (2)

Friends (3/4)

Friends (more than 4)

Family that includes children 13 years old or younger

Family that includes children above 13 years old

Family that includes babies or toddlers (5 years old or under)

Family group without children (i.e. adult siblings, adult cousins, parents with adult children)

Family that includes people aged 60 or above

Family with members who have particular requirements (e.g. wheelchair access) [please specify type in the box that says OTHER]

Other:

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What do you enjoy doing for food while travelling on an extended road trip? *

Braai/BBQ (meaty)

Braai/BBQ (not very meaty)

Restaurants or Catered Meals

Ready Made Meals to heat and eat

Campside Cooking (excluding braai'ing/BBQ)

Self Catering in an equipped kitchen

Fast Food/Take Aways

Not sure/Don't have a plan/Don't have enough experience

Sandwiches/Light Meals

Other:

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What is your PREDOMINANT travel style? (please choose only the most predominant one even if more than one can apply overall) *

Super Planner - All aspects of my trips are laid out and pre-arranged

Easy Going - Things should run smoothly but I like room to adjust my plans

Clueless - I have no idea what's going on or where I'm going, but I want it all organised and to be told what to do and where to go

Free Spirit - No plans, no itineraries, no date schedule; just a list of destinations/locations

Winger - I'm getting in the car and heading out where the road takes me and hoping there are accommodation options available when I get there

Fence Sitter - I'm not usually one for planning and itineraries, but because it's Africa/all new to me, I want some certainty and assistance

Experienced Overlander - Truthfully, I don't need that much assistance because I've been everywhere, but I thought it would be nice to get someone else's input and perhaps see different places

Other:

What are your main goals in visiting the Southern African region? (Check/Tick all boxes that apply) *

Safari! Show me all the animals.

Nature, Views and Vistas. I want to see the famous natural landmarks and sites.

Cultural. I want to immerse myself in the cultures of the region, and meet and interact with locals and have experiences that relate to the indigenous cultures.

Vibrant City Life. I want to experience the vibrancy of the major cities; the nightlife, the shopping, the vibe.

Adventure. I want to bungee, hike, surf, climb mountains, abseil, river raft, paraglide, etc.

Other:

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How experienced a traveller are you? *

Noob - This will be my first ever trip anywhere.

Green - I've travelled in my own country but never across borders/overseas.

First World Traveller - I've travelled in First World countries (Europe, US, Canada, UK, Australia, New Zealand, etc.).

Growing Traveller - I'm fairly well travelled in the First World, and I've had a few/brief excursions into countries which are considered Third World.

Frequent Flyer - I'm well travelled and have seen many parts of the world, and travelled in various different conditions.

Local - I'm from the region, born and bred.

Other:

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What is your Road Trip/Overlanding like generally, or what do you prefer? (Check/Tick all boxes that apply) *

I haven't done much roadtripping yet.

I like to do short drives (400km or less) and short stays (1 or 2 nights).

I do a long drive to get far (600km or above) and then stay for a number of nights (3+).

I like short drives (400km or less) and long stays (3+ nights).

I do one long drive to get far (600km or above) and stay for a number of nights (3+) interspersed by short legs and/or short stays.

My aim is to see as many different places as possible, despite frequent long drives, and rest/recover when I'm done with the trip.

I do long trips to get somewhere far to stay a number of nights (3+) but need a sleepover spot halfway to break up the journey.

I like to do short trips but love stopping a lot at random places along the way (road side stalls/shops, restaurants, views, to take photos).

I like to do long trips but love stopping a lot at random places along the way (road side stalls/shops, restaurants, views, to take photos).

I have one destination in mind, where I will stay for a week or two (long stay) but like to stop at a few places along the way for a night or two.

Regarding stops/lunches - Food is always prepacked/prepared ahead, and we stop on the side of the road to eat.

Regarding stops/lunches - Food is always prepacked/prepared ahead, and we don't stop to eat, we just keep going.

Regarding stops/lunches - We make a habit of stopping for breakfast and/or lunch at one of the en route stops (filling station cafes or restaurants).

Other:

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In which type of budget category do you fall? *

Bottom of the Barrel - I can only afford very basic means of travel and/or accommodation.

Budget - I'm hoping to save bucks wherever possible by camping, spending carefully, and self catering.

Frugal - I'm willing to splash out really really big on one or two items, but want to keep a tight budget for the majority of the trip.

Comfortable - I have enough to splash out here and there, but would like to temper it with some saving on the odd occasion (camping, preparing my own meals).

Splashy Trip - Not particularly rich but have been saving, and this is a special trip, so I'm looking to do some exciting/special/memorable things.

Luxury Lifestyle - I can afford to go big on hotels, luxury lodges, restaurants, outings, and the like.

Big Spender - Money is no object. I want 5-Star everything, and as much catered for me as possible.

Other:

What TYPE of traveller are you? *

Stressed - I love travelling but it's also stressful and I worry a lot.

Care Free - I don't worry about a thing because it will all work out just fine.

Cautious - I'm keen to explore but I have concerns about my safety and I'd like to know about those aspects.

Viby - I make friends everywhere I go and people always help me whenever I need any assistance.

Loner(s) - I/We tend to keep to myself/my companions, and enjoy my surrounds quietly and this makes me happy.

Other:

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Tell us more about you, the traveller(s) *

Is there anything else you would like to add or that you think is relevant in terms of your holiday/itinerary/roadtrip planning? *

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