Panamericana: on a trip around the world with the expedition vehicle

From Alaska to Patagonia – a dream come true! The idea has been in our heads for a long time. During our first three-year journey, we caught fire. Diving instructor in the Philippines, backpacker in Asia and by Toyota Landcruiser around Australia. It was a formative and inspiring period of our life. Now we do it for the second time!

For the adventure Panamericana you need the right vehicle. The question of the right type of vehicle takes a lot of time. Of all the criteria, three are decisive for us: all-wheel drive, load capacity and self-sufficiency. In this way, a fire truck is transformed into a rolling home on four wheels. Sandro puts a lot of heart and soul into planning and building until our dream mobile is ready – Whaly. Affectionately named after our favorite underwater animal, the whale shark, and fitting for the gray giant.

In the middle of the Corona Pandemic we start our adventure. Patiently we explore Europe and wait for Canada’s border to open. After six months, every glimmer of hope is extinguished. Despite a terrific time in France and Spain – we had other goals. Spontaneously we decide to ship to Mexico. The only country that welcomed tourists even during the pandemic. Instead of an east-west crossing of Canada, a south-north-south route awaits us. We fall in love with Mexico, cross the USA and Canada before arriving at the northernmost point of our journey. Tuktoyaktuk on the Arctic Ocean. The crowning glory is the incredible wilderness adventure of Alaska. After the northern hemisphere we are now looking forward to the southern hemisphere.

Howis-Web: Panamericana
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Panamericana 2021 – XX: Our route

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Travel Break

Suddenly we are hoteliers! How it ended up to live as a Hotelier, you can read about here. Have fun!

On the road

Tips and tricks about vanlife, border formalities, communication and much more. You can read about the challenges we face on the road and how we solve them here.

Pitch Guide

Camping along the Panamericana route is not comparable to camping in Europe. Official camping areas are scarce, depending on the country. We try to boondock as often as possible. We summarize our places to stay in a PDF guide, including coordinates, costs, infrastructure and activities. For EUR 15.00 you get a variety of pitches. So, go ahead and order now. Below you can see all available countries. Thank you for your support!

Mexico

Camping in Mexico is an adventure. Official parking spaces are scarce; boondocking is everyday life. Depending on the state, these may be easier or harder to find. The question of safety often arises. We are on the road in Mexico for eight months and are practically always boondocking.

Canada

Camping in Canada is a dream! We live the Canadian camping dream at the most beautiful lakes and rivers. During about two months we are always boondocking. Want to share in our dream places? We are looking forward to your message!

USA

Boondocking in the “Lower 48” is fine, as long as you are familiar with what land you are standing on. BLM, National Forest, or private land after all? Here you will find an overview in the states of California, Washington, Utah, Arizona, Montana, Idaho and Oregon.

Alaska

Alaska is a free-standing paradise! One place more beautiful than the next. During two months we never sleep on a camping. Yes, Alaska surpasses even Canada. You can find our dream places summarized in our guide.
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