Leaving “trax” across Southern Africa for the past 40 years… Join certified guide Johan Kriek for unforgettable guided self-drive 4×4 expeditions, luxury tented safaris, and distinguished motorcycle tours.
From Big 5 luxury tented lodges in Greater Kruger to raw Kalahari wild camping, coastal Mozambique bush-to-beach routes, and paved motorcycle safaris.
Every itinerary is personally crafted and led by experienced guides. Click on any tour for the full day-by-day itinerary, inclusions, or to send an instant enquiry to Johan.
Signature Odyssey
12 Days / 11 Nights
The ultimate guided self-drive 4x4 adventure across Dinokeng, Kruger National Park, Crooks Corner, World Heritage Mapungubwe, and Botswana’s pristine Northern Tuli Wilderness.
Bush to Beach
8 Days / 7 Nights
Journey from Johannesburg to Durban through Kruger National Park, Hlane Royal National Park in Eswatini, white sandy beaches of Ponta do Ouro in Mozambique, and the Kosi Bay lakes.
Wildlife Connoisseur
5 Days / 4 Nights
Experience Blouberg Nature Reserve—home to over 1,000 breeding pairs of endangered Cape Vultures—combined with 24,000 acres of private Botswana wilderness in the Northern Tuli Game Reserve.
Luxury Lodge
5 Days / 4 Nights
Stay at the intimate Imagine Africa Luxury Tented Camp in Balule, Greater Kruger. Enjoy twice-daily open-vehicle Big 5 game drives, boma dinners under the stars, and an infinity pool overlooking a waterhole.
Predator Capital
5 Days / 4 Nights
Track the famous black-maned Kalahari lions, leopards, cheetahs, and raptors across the red dunes of the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park with stays in exclusive wilderness camps.
4x4 Eco-Trail
12 Days / 11 Nights
Conquer Riemvasmaak hot springs, Augrabies Falls, Orange River rafting, the iconic Namaqua 4x4 Eco Trail, blooming wildflowers, and untouched West Coast tracks to Hondeklip Baai.
Motorcycle Safari
5 Days / 4 Nights (< 1,200 km)
Premium, slow-paced tar-road journeys designed exclusively for discerning, mature riders. Ride through Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary, KaMsholo, Hlane Royal National Park, and Boulders Safari Lodge.
Johan Kriek is a certified tour operator and guide who, for more than 40 years, has been sharing his passion for travel in 4×4s and on motorcycles through the vast wilderness of South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Lesotho, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Malawi, and Tanzania.
Whether you are joining a guided self-drive 4×4 convoy, relaxing at an unfenced luxury tented camp on the banks of the Limpopo River, riding a classic motorcycle through Eswatini, or renting a fully equipped Toyota Hilux or Land Cruiser 4×4 camper, ZA Trax takes care of every detail.
Read what international and local adventurers say about travelling across Southern Africa with ZA Trax Travel.
“Our safari was a dream come true! Smooth transfers, fully equipped vehicles and breathtaking stops at Kruger, Makuya, Mapungubwe and the Tuli Wilderness. Roof tents, luxury stays, delicious meals and an incredible guide made it unforgettable. Saw 4/5 Big Five and adorable cubs—highly recommend!”
“We had a great time and really enjoyed your company and appreciated the hard work you put in to organize and provide the logistical support to bring off a truly intrepid journey which included visiting South Africa, Botswana, Zambia and Mozambique!”
Moments captured from our 4×4 expeditions, river crossings, wilderness camps, and motorcycle tours across Southern Africa.
Working alongside respected regional adventure events, travel journalists, and conservation partners.
Whether you want to join one of our scheduled 2027 calendar departures, book a private guided self-drive 4×4 safari, reserve a spot on our Distinguished Motorcycle Tours, or rent a fully equipped 4×4 camper vehicle, send us your details and Johan Kriek will personally reply.
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