Under plating (Skidplates): Essential for off-road adventures! These 2-3mm steel plates protect the underside of your vehicle from damage from sand, clay and rough rocks. They add a little weight to your car, but offer more than enough benefits. We bought ours at 4WD Specialist in Zeeland.
iOverlander app: The must-have for overlanders. This user-friendly app provides up-to-date information on campsites, wild camping spots, border crossings, repairers, and more. Thanks to constant user updates, you'll always be up to date. Renewed in 2024 and now available for a small fee.
Navigation: We no longer need paper maps thanks to apps. OsmAnd is the favorite for car routes; takes some getting used to, but then super reliable. For hiking, Mapy is ideal, with surprisingly complete paths and routes. Both work offline. Google Maps? Not our favorite. Garmin Overlander? We see no added value in it.
Lier and sandbanks: For challenging sand and mud, sandbars are a lifesaver. Put them behind the wheels and drive yourself free. A winch is handy, but requires a fixed point, such as a tree. Dig in and use your spare tire? Never had to do that! Available at 4WD Specialist.
Solar panels: Wild camping without worrying about power? With our Victron Energy solar panels and the car dynamo, the batteries stay charged. Enough energy for lighting, laptops, phones and the refrigerator. Plugs? Almost never necessary!