You may have to dig the bus out of the mud on an overlanding adventure, according to Duncan Milligan, a driver with Dragoman Overland, a company that runs trips across Africa, Asia and the Americas. But you can see parts of continents that cannot be accessed any other way.

Overlanding is an opportunity for photography and reading, as well as conversation with other people on the bus.

Getting stuck in the desert and camping in the rain are just as memorable experiences as sightseeing, Milligan told the Adventure Travel and Sports Show that took place in London on January 13th to 15th.

To make the most of an overlanding trip, he advised, find out about the crew, the vehicle, the kitty, the budget you may need and details of the itinerary. And the more local knowledge you have of the countries you are to visit, the more you will get out of the trip.