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March 19, 2025 37 mins
Sue Stockdale interviews Anil Damle, a passionate nature and wildlife enthusiast from India, about his epic road trips across the continents of Africa, Latin America, and Australia. Anil shares his experiences of overcoming logistical challenges, the importance of teamwork, and the unexpected kindness of strangers. They delve into his journey's practicalities, including vehicle maintenance and adapting to different terrains and the personal growth that comes from embarking on such ambitious travels.

About Anil Damle
Anil Damle is a renowned film producer, author, and tourism pioneer. He comes from a distinguished lineage in filmmaking, being the grandson of the founder partner of Prabhat Film Co. now home to the prestigious Film & Television Institute of India. As a passionate adventurer, Anil holds three India Book of Records for being part of the first Indian teams to drive across Africa (2016), Latin America (2017), and Australia (2019). His career in tourism took off in 1993 when he founded Damle Safaris, specialising in wildlife tours, African safaris, and polar voyages. Anil is also a prolific author, having written 10 books on tourism, three of which have won the title of ‘Best Book of Tourism.’ 

Find out more about Anil Damle via website and YouTube

Time Stamps
01:15 Anil's Early Travel Inspirations
02:44 Epic Road Trips Across Africa
06:29 Challenges and Triumphs in South America
08:37 Navigating Language Barriers and Local Support
16:52 High Altitude Adventures in the Atacama Desert
19:50 Reflections on Resilience and Teamwork
31:08 Memorable Moments and Future Plans
37:09 Exploring India and Upcoming Adventures


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Producer: Sue Stockdale  
Sound Editor: Matias De Ezcurra 

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