Today we celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Jeep wrangler. With a history dating back to World War 2 this military vehicle has became the favourite of many an adventurer.

Capable of tackling off road tracks through mud, sand or ice, it doesn’t matter how difficult the path is, you know that your Jeep will do its job and let you enjoy the journey.

The Jeep invention

It may surprise you to hear that this stunning vehicle was invented not for the love of adventure, but to fight a war.

In August 1941 the German army was occupying most of Europe and North Africa at a worrying speed. In order to contrast them, the American army commissioned the construction of a new vehicle. It needed to be incredibly resistant, able to go in every type of land, easy to repair, and also very light. And like this the Jeep was born.

After the war, a new model for civilians was ideated and it then became the preferred vehicle for overland travels. Thankfully, we today associate this amazing vehicle with adventure and freedom rather than fighting and killing.

Hence, we at Another World Adventures would like to celebrate the 75th Jeep anniversary with our pick of some truly great overland journeys…

Madagascar Adventure Off Road

Explore one the largest island of the world with a 4×4 vehicle and discover all its hidden and beautiful corners. You will go across the famous Avenue of the Baobabs, visit the Isalo National Park and spot all the lemurs that live there together with an awful lot of other wildlife. You will also have the chance to get off your car, hike, trek, and interact with the indigenous people of Mikea.

Canada Overlanding Adventure

This is a group adventure to discover the rugged and wild landscapes of Canada. You will drive the “top of the world highway” as well as the Icefields Parkway. If you’re lucky, you will also spot a diverse wildlife including moose, beaver, fox, and black bear.

East Africa Overland Adventure

This adventure travel really offers it all. You will take part in game safaris and spot the Big Five and other amazing wild animals. But you will also have time to relax on the beautiful white sand beaches of Zanzibar. What’s best, you are sure to enjoy the African landscapes from an open 4×4 vehicle.