Kaokoland is by many, and justifiable so, referred to as ‘the last true wilderness’ and a 4×4 enthusiast’s ‘heaven’. But there is ‘life’ beyond Kaokoland! The magnificent scenery found along the Cunene continues beyond the border and Angola has lots of surprises and challenges in store for the 4×4 enthusiast.

The Cunene is a large perennial river that forms the boundary between southwestern Angola and Namibia. It is bordered by lush vegetation, which forms striking contrasts with the surrounding desert. The settlement of Foz do Cunene is situated on the banks of the river 6 km from the sea and is within the vast Iona National Park.

The overland route to Foz do Cunene from the south (Ruacana) is via Oncocua and Iona. This drive is only negotiable by 4 x 4 vehicles and takes at least two full days. The rest of the route involves driving in sand and over very broken rocky terrain.