Bridging The Continents
Andre van der Most
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About This Podcast
Bridging the Continents follows the inspiring journey of André van der Most as he drives a Toyota Land Cruiser from Holland to Uganda along the rugged west coast of Africa. More than just an overland adventure, this podcast shines a light on the people and organizations making a difference across the continent.
Through stories from the road—navigating borders, crossing deserts, and connecting with communities—André shares both the challenges and triumphs of his expedition. Along the way, he highlights local nonprofits that are working tirelessly to empower communities, preserve cultures, and create lasting impact.
Whether you’re passionate about travel, cultural exchange, or grassroots change, Bridging the Continents offers an unfiltered look at what it means to journey with purpose.
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S3E153 March 10 2026 - Amazing Airbnb in South Africa
Location: South AfricaSummary:Today I had to leave the Hidden Gem as they were fully booked for the night, but I needed to stay in the area for tomorrow's activities on the 11th. I got lucky and…
S3E152 March 9 2026 - Cape of Good Hope Adventure: Hidden Gems & Local Culture
Location: South AfricaSummary:What an incredible day I had on March 9th! I started my morning with an inspiring conversation with an 80-year-old German couple who have visited southern Africa 18…
S3E151 March 8 2026 - Cheetah Safari & Wine Tasting in Cape Town
Location: South AfricaSummary:March 8th was what I called 'Make It Count' day - the last day with my travel companions Ron and Chris before they departed. We started at Cheetah Outreach, a fantastic…
S3E150 March 7 2026 - Road to Cape Town
Location: South AfricaSummary:What an incredible day on March 7th during my epic road trip from the Netherlands to South Africa! After a disappointing bed and breakfast experience with no actual…
S3E149 March 6 2026 - Safari Camp to Barrydale
Location: South AfricaSummary:I started March 6th waking up at the safari camp where I enjoyed a delicious early breakfast while Ron and Chris went on the morning safari. After leaving the camp and…
S3E148 March 5 2026 - Safari Adventure in South Africa
Location: South AfricaSummary:What an incredible day I had in South Africa! I finally made it to that stunning white beach I'd been wanting to visit - it was absolutely beautiful with amazing…
S3E147 March 4 2026 - Wilderness Canoeing & Waterfall Adventure
Location: South AfricaSummary:I spent an adventurous day canoeing in the wilderness with Chris and Ron through Eden Company. We opted for canoeing over other activities like cliff jumping. The…
S3E146 March 3 2026 - Exploring Wilderness & Coastal Drives in South Africa
Location: South AfricaSummary:Today I embarked on a wonderful coastal journey through South Africa with my travel companions Ron and Chris. We initially headed to Hermanas hoping to see dolphins in…
S3E145 March 2 2026 - Table Mountain Cable Car Adventure
Location: South AfricaSummary:Today was absolutely incredible! March 2nd turned out to be the perfect day for visiting Table Mountain in Cape Town with Ron and Chris. Unfortunately, Gert-Jan was…
S3E144 March 1 2026 - Cape Town Adventure: Airport Pickups & Peninsula
Location: South AfricaSummary:What an incredible day to wrap up my two-week adventure through Namibia and South Africa! I started very early, picking up Ron and Chris from the Netherlands at 6:10 AM.…
S3E143 February 28 2026 - Exploring Cape Towns Waterfront
Location: South AfricaSummary:Today was Gert-Jan's last full day with our travel group, so I wanted to make it memorable despite the low-hanging clouds obscuring Table Mountain. We started by…
S3E143 February 28 2026 - Exploring Cape Towns Waterfront
Location: South AfricaSummary:Today was Gert-Jan's last full day with our crew, so I wanted to make it special despite the cloudy weather that obscured Table Mountain. We started by relocating to a…
S3E142 February 27 2026 - First Time in Cape Town: Dutch Consulate & Table Mountain
Location: South AfricaSummary:I was thrilled to finally reach Cape Town for the first time on this Friday, February 27th. While Gert-Jan took a rest day, I ventured out alone, starting with breakfast…
S3E141 February 26 2026 - Journey to Cape Town: Dutch Passport & Overland
Location: South AfricaSummary:Today I made my way from Garies toward Cape Town, planning to visit the Dutch consulate tomorrow morning to apply for a new Dutch passport. The journey took me through…
S3E140 February 25 2026 - Border Crossing to South Africa Adventure
Location: South AfricaSummary:Today was our changeover day as Gertjan and I crossed the border into South Africa. We make a great team - I handle all the driving while he takes care of navigation and…
S3E139 February 24 2026 - Journey to Aus & Grünau
Location: NamibiaSummary:Today I continued my journey through Namibia, adding details about our route to Aus. We passed by Duwissip Castle, an old structure maintained by a dedicated elderly couple…
S3E138 February 23, 2026 - Kolmanskop Diamond Mine & Lüderitz Day Trip
Location: NamibiaSummary:Today I took a fascinating day trip to Lüderitz from my base at the Bahnhof Hotel in Aus, Namibia. My first stop was Kolmanskop, an abandoned diamond mine about 10 kilometers…
S3E137 February 22, 2026 - Desert Journey to Aus, Namibia
Location: NamibiaSummary:Today I experienced another incredible day of my Namibian desert journey. Starting from Sesriem at the Quiver Desert Lodge, I had to share what I missed from two days ago -…
S3E136 February 20 2026 - Swakopmund to Sesriem
Location: NamibiaSummary:Today, February 20th, I'm continuing my journey through Namibia's stunning desert landscape. I wanted to mention a fascinating museum in Swakopmund that I visited a couple…
S3E135 February 19 2026 - Walvis Bay Adventure: Flamingos, Salt & Coast
Location: NamibiaSummary: On February 19th, I left Swakopmund for a day trip to Walvis Bay with Gert-Jan. Having been there before, I knew where to go, which was helpful since everything was new for…
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Bridging The Continents has published 182 episodes since October 2025, covering topics in Documentary, Personal Journals.
Bridging The Continents is currently moderate with new episodes hourly. Average episode length is 5m.
