Stories from the Road. Lessons for Life.
There comes a point in life when you realise that the journey is no longer just about reaching a destination. It becomes about the people you meet, the places that change you, and the stories that stay with you long after the road disappears behind you.
Travels with Tau is the next chapter of my life.
After more than twenty years as a chiropractor and a lifetime of exploring the world, I have begun bringing together my greatest passions—health, adventure, wildlife, curiosity and storytelling.
At the heart of every journey is Tau, my Toyota Hilux. More than just a vehicle, Tau is a trusted companion that will carry me across some of Africa's most remarkable landscapes, from remote deserts and mountain passes to wildlife reserves and coastal roads.
This journey isn't simply about overlanding.It's about discovering the people who call these places home, learning from different cultures, exploring Africa's extraordinary wildlife, and asking questions that often have no simple answers. Along the way, I'll also continue sharing insights about health, movement, resilience and living well—because every journey teaches us something about ourselves.
Whether I'm sitting beside a campfire in Namibia, watching elephants cross a river in Botswana, hiking through the mountains of South Africa, or reflecting on life after another day behind the wheel, every story will have a purpose.
Some will make you laugh.
Some will make you think.
And I hope a few will inspire you to take the first step towards an adventure of your own.
Welcome to Travels with Tau.
The road is only just beginning.
What You'll Find Here
🚙 Overlanding Africa
Vehicle preparation, camping, route planning, equipment reviews and life on the road.
🦁 Wildlife & Nature
The incredible animals, landscapes and national parks that make Africa unlike anywhere else on Earth.
🌍 Travel Stories
The memorable people, unexpected moments and lessons that only travel can teach.
❤️ Health on the Road
Practical ideas about movement, nutrition, recovery and staying healthy while travelling.
📷 Photography & Video
Follow the journey through photographs, YouTube documentaries and behind-the-scenes stories.
Meet Tau
Tau means "lion" in Setswana.
The lion represents strength, resilience and quiet confidence—qualities I hope will define this journey.
Tau is my silver Toyota Hilux Extra Cab, purpose-built for overlanding across Southern Africa. Equipped with an Alu-Cab camper, recovery gear and everything needed for life on the road,
Tau is far more than transportation.
It is home.
It is freedom.
It is the beginning of countless new stories waiting to be told.
Join the Journey
This expedition begins in Southern Africa, but I hope the stories will travel much further.
Whether you are passionate about overlanding, wildlife, health or simply curious about the world, I invite you to come along for the journey.
Because every road has a story.
And every journey begins with a single step.