Muddy Bumper Adventures

Muddy Bumper Adventures Around the world in an old Landcruiser, 78 countries, 5 continents, 200.000 km.

Time to say goodbye to South America.This marks the fourth continent of my world trip. It began with intensive Spanish l...
18/05/2026

Time to say goodbye to South America.

This marks the fourth continent of my world trip. It began with intensive Spanish lessons in Cartagena while waiting for Toto, followed by travels through Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Paraguay, Argentina, Chile, Brazil, and Uruguay.

Thousands of kilometers, countless border crossings, and more moments than I can put into words. From chaotic cities to silent mountains, from getting stuck in the mud to being welcomed by strangers who became friends — this continent gets under your skin.

Some days everything worked; other days nothing did. That’s what made it real. No filters, no shortcuts — just the journey as it came.

None of it would have been possible without Toto. More than a vehicle — a home, a teammate, and the one constant in ever-changing surroundings. Together we faced terrain I wasn’t think we’d get through, and somehow always found a way forward.

I’m grateful for everything this chapter has given me — the people, the lessons, and the stories. South America, you’ve been incredible.

Toto has now been loaded into a container for the fifth time on this adventure. Since it will take a whopping 80 days to reach South Africa, I’ll fly home to Denmark to spend time with family and friends before meeting up with Toto again in Cape Town.

And on May 9th, it was exactly four years since I drove out of my driveway and started this adventure. Time really flies.

After getting Toto sorted, I continued inland through Brazil, heading into regions shaped by strong European influence. ...
09/05/2026

After getting Toto sorted, I continued inland through Brazil, heading into regions shaped by strong European influence. In parts of the provinces of Santa Catarina and Rio Grande do Sul, German heritage is still very visible. Towns like Blumenau and Frederico Westphalen reflect this history, and even small villages greet you with signs reading “Willkommen.” The fertile lands of these southern states make them major agricultural hubs, producing crops such as peaches, grapes, apples, to***co, soybeans, and corn, alongside livestock farming and dairy production.

A paperwork issue for Toto at the small border crossing near Iguaçu Falls forced me to travel south to a larger crossing to fix things. Once that was in place, I drove east and reached Pelotas—known as Brazil’s “capital of sweets.” With around 300,000 residents, it’s a relaxed and charming city. I spent time exploring the city, enjoying the cuisine, hanging out in a local café, sampling traditional treats like doces de Pelotas, a legacy of Brazilian confectionery traditions. I even visited the Museu do Doce, a museum dedicated to the sweets of Pelota.

After a few days, I continued to Praia do Cassino, widely considered the longest beach in the world. Stretching roughly 250 km south, it’s possible to drive the entire length directly on the beach. The northern sections have some activity, but further south it becomes completely empty—just ocean, wind, sanddunes, and endless horizon. Timing the tides is essential, though, unless you want the sea cutting off your route.

Due to time constraints, I can’t give Brazil the time it truly deserves—so, desculpa, Brazil. I’ll be back, though, because the warmth and kindness of the Brazilian people make it impossible not to return. However, I will be here long enough to deserve a Brazilian flag on Toto.

Brazil, the home of samba! My country #44.Brazil is the largest country in South America—about 24 times the size of Ger...
01/05/2026

Brazil, the home of samba! My country #44.

Brazil is the largest country in South America—about 24 times the size of Germany and even bigger than the EU combined—with a population of around 215 million people.

I entered Brazil through a small border in the northeastern corner of Argentina. To get there from Iguazu, you drive about 30 km along a dirt road through the rainforest. At the border, they weren’t used to handling European-registered vehicles, so sorting out the paperwork was a bit chaotic.

While there, I noticed a pool of oil forming under Toto—not a good sign. It turned out there was a hole in the oil pan, and I had already lost a significant amount of engine oil. Fortunately, I always carry spare oil, so I plugged the hole with a stick, refilled oil and carefully made my way to the nearby town of Capanema.

Since it was Saturday, I had to wait until Monday to visit a local garage, .auto.car where I met some incredibly kind people. We discovered that a bolt from the front differential cover had punctured the oil pan—likely caused by a heavy compression in the road I hadn’t spotted on the way to the border.

I was very lucky to have noticed the oil leak when I did; otherwise, the engine could have run dry with serious consequences. The team at Jorge Autocar removed the oil pan, welded the hole, and carried out an oil and filter change along with a few other minor fixes.

The young couple who run the shop, Bruno and Yara, went above and beyond—they even took me out for lunch and showed me around town. The entire team was incredibly patient, letting me observe the work (there’s always something to learn).

With everything sorted, I left Capanema the next morning, ready to explore southern Brazil. I continue to be amazed by the kindness of the people I meet on this journey—it’s a powerful reminder that the world is a better place than we sometimes think.

9 pictures of a waterfall, really?Iguaçu FallsI made my way up to the northeast corner of Argentina, bordering Brazil an...
23/04/2026

9 pictures of a waterfall, really?

Iguaçu Falls

I made my way up to the northeast corner of Argentina, bordering Brazil and Paraguay, to visit Iguaçu Falls, the largest waterfall systems in the world. It has been on my bucket list for a while.

The falls consist of around 275 individual waterfalls spread across nearly 2.7 kilometers, creating a vast and dramatic landscape of cascading water.

The formation of Iguaçu Falls dates back approximately 135 million years, when volcanic activity created layers of basalt rock across the region. Over time, erosion caused by the river carved out the falls, gradually shaping the cliffs and drop-offs seen today.

The most famous section is known as the “Devil’s Throat,” a U-shaped chasm where a massive volume of water plunges about 80 meters, sending up powerful clouds of mist that can be seen from far away.

Iguaçu Falls is one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and undoubtedly one of the most remarkable natural landmarks on Earth.

A nice finale to my two months traveling in Argentina (with a detour into Chile). A wonderful country.

Next up: Brazil.

I made my way north, stopping several times along the Atlantic coast.When I reached La Pampa Province, I turned east tow...
13/04/2026

I made my way north, stopping several times along the Atlantic coast.

When I reached La Pampa Province, I turned east toward the region south of Buenos Aires, curious to explore an area I had heard surprisingly little about.

What I found there was an unexpected piece of Danish history.

In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, thousands of Danes emigrated to Argentina. Drawn by agricultural opportunities and supported by the country’s active immigration policies, around 18,000 eventually settled there—making it the second-largest destination for Danish emigrants after the United States. Many established themselves in the fertile lands between Tandil, Tres Arroyos, and Necochea.

These communities did more than farm the land—they brought their culture with them. Danish schools, churches, and social clubs helped preserve their language and traditions for generations. Even today, traces of that heritage remain: churches still stand, a statue of one of the first settlers marks their presence, and a Danish cemetery quietly reflects the lives of those who made the long journey across the Atlantic. Local surnames, traditions, and even architectural details still show a clear Nordic influence.

It’s striking to imagine the magnitude of that decision—to leave a small, familiar country like Denmark and sail halfway across the world into the unknown, driven by hope, necessity, or determination.

I spent a few days in Tandil, a charming city with a historic center, cozy cafés, and a relaxed, unhurried atmosphere—the perfect place to pause and reflect.

From there, I continued to Balcarce, birthplace of Juan Manuel Fangio and home to a museum dedicated to him. Fangio remains one of motorsport’s greatest figures, holding five Formula One World Drivers’ Championship titles (1951, 1954, 1955, 1956, and 1957). Known for his remarkable consistency and adaptability across teams, he achieved an extraordinary win rate of nearly 47%, winning almost half the races he entered—a record that still stands today.

End of the world. Fin del Mundo. 🌎🔥I finally made it to Ushuaia—the southernmost city in the world.This moment means a l...
03/04/2026

End of the world. Fin del Mundo. 🌎🔥

I finally made it to Ushuaia—the southernmost city in the world.

This moment means a lot to me. After being shipped from Japan, I picked up Toto in Vancouver, Canada, in June 2024. Now, nearly two years later, I’ve reached the very end of the Americas. Seventeen countries. Twenty-one border crossings. Twelve climate zones. 36,000 km. And even shipping Toto across the Darién Gap.

Along the way, I’ve met countless kind and welcoming people, experienced some of the most breathtaking landscapes on Earth, and witnessed unforgettable sights that will stay with me forever.

And I’ve been incredibly lucky to share parts of this adventure with my amazing wife—traveling together through Canada, Mexico, Costa Rica, Panama, and Argentina whenever she could join during her holidays. Among many reasons, I love her deeply for that, and for standing by me while I live out a dream I’ve carried for decades.

Ushuaia, the capital of Tierra del Fuego—literally “Land of Fire”. Its name dates back to 1520, when Ferdinand Magellan sailed through the nearby strait and saw bonfires burning along the coastline, lit by indigenous peoples. A land shaped by wind, sea, and history—home to the Yaghan people, later a remote outpost for explorers, missionaries, settlers, gold diggers and even a penal colony in the early 20th century. Tierra del Fuego is unlike anywhere else. Wild, raw, and beautiful.

I will spend some days here, explore the surroundings, take in the dramatic scenery, enjoy some fresh seafood and drink a few well-earned beers to celebrate this milestone.

But the journey isn’t over yet.

Next up: The Long Way Up—heading north along the Atlantic coast toward Uruguay and Brazil. And after that shipping Toto to Africa, my continent # 5.

After 10 days on the Carretera Austral, I decided to cross the Andes and continue south on the Argentinian side.The weat...
27/03/2026

After 10 days on the Carretera Austral, I decided to cross the Andes and continue south on the Argentinian side.

The weather in Chile has been classic Patagonian—shifting between rain and sunshine, often accompanied by strong winds. It’s an incredibly beautiful part of the world, with lush green valleys and snow-capped mountains.

A few hours before reaching Coyhaique, the provincial capital of Aysén, my windshield wipers stopped working. I had to keep driving through heavy rain without them, which was quite an experience. Once in Coyhaique, I discovered that a linkage bushing had broken—a part that costs around $20. Unfortunately, it isn’t available in Chile, but with the help of a local mechanic, we managed a temporary fix using glue and duct tape. Not ideal, but hopefully it holds.

In Argentina, I’ll follow another iconic route: Ruta 40. One of the longest roads in the world, it begins at the Bolivian border and stretches roughly 5,000 kilometers all the way to Río Gallegos at the southernmost tip of Patagonia. Remote, rugged, and partly unpaved—another adventure awaits.

Well, six driving days in a row is quite unusual for me. But I was aiming for Patagonia, and that’s quite a stretch from...
20/03/2026

Well, six driving days in a row is quite unusual for me. But I was aiming for Patagonia, and that’s quite a stretch from Paraguay.

I cruised through several Argentine provinces, including La Pampa—which is about the size of Greece but with a population of only around 300,000. It’s famous for gauchos, farming, and endless flat plains, making me feel I was alone in the world.

On day six, I finally crossed into Chile, my country # 43, and eventually reached Puerto Montt—the gateway to the Carretera Austral.

The Carretera Austral (Ruta 7) has been on my bucket list for ages. It’s a 1,240 km road slicing through the wild, remote landscapes of the Chilean part of Patagonia. It connects towns that, not too long ago, could only be reached by boat, horse, or sheer determination.

Construction started in 1976 and was mainly carried out by the Chilean Army, who had to deal with dense forests, steep mountains, relentless rain, and glaciers casually getting in the way. No surprise it’s considered one of Chile’s toughest infrastructure projects.

Even today, big chunks of the road are still unpaved. You’ll pass national parks, rivers, lakes, glaciers, fjords—and occasionally have to take a ferry. It’s rural Chile indeed.

The weather? Quite different from the sweltering heat of Asunción. Here it’s cold, rainy and windy, so long trousers, a fleece, and a down jacket are getting plenty of use. Autumn has arrived in this remote part of the world.

Returning from Patagonia, we spent our final days together relaxing in Buenos Aires.We also took the time to attend a la...
15/03/2026

Returning from Patagonia, we spent our final days together relaxing in Buenos Aires.

We also took the time to attend a late-night tango performance at Teatro Piazzolla. The show guided us through the history of tango, born in the working-class neighborhoods of Buenos Aires and Montevideo in the late 19th century. Over time, it evolved from the streets and port districts into elegant salons and grand theaters, eventually becoming one of Argentina’s most iconic cultural symbols.

After my wife flew home to real life, I continued to Asunción to reunite with Toto. As he was due for some maintenance, I made an appointment with a well-known garage, Laterza Competition, named after Mario Laterza, a legend in the rally world. Now aged 72, he has a long history of building and preparing rally cars for teams from around the world and with famous drivers such as Carlos Sainz and Juha Kankkunen.

During the work on Toto, I spent most of my time at the garage, eating lunch with the staff and chatting with Mario. He had many entertaining stories to share from his long life in motorsport.

We changed the oil and filters, repaired one of the brake pistons, got the injectors renovated, and fixed a few other issues. Toto also went around the car wash and should now be as ready as he can be for new adventures.

I have some serious driving ahead of me, as I need to reach and explore Patagonia and eventually Ushuaia before winter arrives. The distance from Asuncion to the start of Patagonia is in itself around 3,000 km.

After a week in vibrant Buenos Aires, it was time for a change of scenery. You can’t come to Argentina without heading s...
05/03/2026

After a week in vibrant Buenos Aires, it was time for a change of scenery. You can’t come to Argentina without heading south to Patagonia.

We took a three-hour flight to El Calafate, a small town on the edge of Lake Argentino and the gateway to the region’s wild landscapes. With a rental car, we explored the vast surroundings—endless pampas, stunning lakes, and snow-capped peaks beneath an enormous sky. The sense of space and silence was unlike anything we had experienced before.

One highlight was visiting the impressive Perito Moreno Glacier. Covering around 250 square kilometers and rising up to 70 meters above the water, it is the largest glacier in the world outside Antarctica. Unlike many others, it is easily accessible and remains relatively stable rather than retreating. We were lucky enough to witness huge blocks of ice calving into the lake—an unforgettable and humbling sight.

Another day, we drove to El Chaltén, a small mountain village within Los Glaciares National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its dramatic peaks, vast ice fields, and exceptional hiking trails. We spent some hours hiking to a scenic waterfall, with breathtaking views of the Río de las Vueltas, fed by surrounding glaciers.

Patagonia truly feels like another world—raw, remote, and breathtakingly beautiful. I will return later with Toto, but I’m deeply grateful we had the chance to explore part of this extraordinary region together.

After four days in Patagonia, we’re back in Buenos Aires to enjoy the city a little longer. Soon my wife will fly home, and I’ll head to Asunción to pick up Toto and begin the next chapter.

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