The Wild Buggers Beach Buggy Club just finished another legendary weekend camp at Die Hut Moorreesburg! Our latest photo album captures all the action, from the dusty arrival of our VW air cooled fleet to the hilarious Saturday night games that had everyone in stitches.
This wasn’t just another drive; it was a full-blown celebration of the VW air cooledBeach Buggy lifestyle. We saw everything from custom engine setups—including a water-cooled Nissan conversion—to the official naming of Jacques and Coralie’s yellow buggy, now known as “Dragonfly.”
The Saturday night braai was a massive hit. Between the perfectly toasted braai broodjies and Ruan’s “small” T-bone snack, nobody went home hungry. These Beach Buggy runs in Cape Town and the Western Cape are all about the friendship, the humor, and the love for VW classics. Whether we are A-framing our buggies to the site or cruising the open road, the Wild Buggers spirit is always at full throttle.
Check out the photos below to see the costumes, the convoys, and the best custom Beach Buggy builds in the club!
Arriving at Die Hut Moorreesburg for a weekend of air-cooled fun with the Wild Buggers Beach Buggy Club.Getting the fire roaring to heat the private hot water tub at Die Hut Moorreesburg. This is how the Wild Buggers relax after a good day of driving!Our favorite pairing! Jacques & Corale’s stunning yellow VW air cooled beach buggy parked up alongside their classic VW campervan at Die Hut Moorreesburg camp.The fire is started and the crew is settling in. This is what the Wild Buggers Beach Buggy Club is all about—good friends and great times.Settled in for the evening. There’s nothing quite like excellent chatting around the campfire with great friends at Die Hut Moorreesburg.Nothing beats the heat of a real wood fire. Our Friday evening braai at Die Hut Moorreesburg was the perfect start to a legendary weekend.Keeping it traditional! Our Friday night braai at Die Hut Moorreesburg featured some top-quality boerewors and sosaties. Simple, direct, and delicious.Rise and shine! Jacques getting the day started at Die Hut Moorreesburg. There is nothing like waking up at a Wild Buggers camp with a clear blue sky and a beach buggy ready for the road.Buggy engines are humming! Everyone is loaded up and ready to leave Die Hut Moorreesburg for our highly anticipated Saturday morning club drive.And we’re off! The crew is lined up and ready to hit the road. Shrek was leading the charge here before his little “breakdown” later in the day.Finally hitting the dirt! We found a lovely gravel road on our way to the first destination. This is where the VW air cooled engines really feel at home.This is what we live for! Taking the bugs out for a proper Saturday drive and seeing nothing but the open road and a bit of dust in the rearview mirror.Our first pitstop! We’ve reached the entrance to Misverstand Dam. Just a quick stop at the gate before we head in to enjoy the view.Found some prime parking! The Wild Buggers have arrived inside the Misverstand Dam grounds, and the VW air cooled buggies are looking sharp against the green grass.A quick chat while parking at Club Elani. It’s always good to swap stories and check in with the crew after a dusty gravel road stretch.Checking out Brent’s stylish orange VW air cooled buggy. Between the custom paint and the performance wheels, this machine was a real head-turner at the Moorreesburg camp.Still chatting! Half the fun of a Wild Buggers run is the time spent off the road, catching up with friends and admiring each other’s custom VW builds.Time for a refreshment! The crew heading to the bar at Club Elani to grab some ice-cold cocktails and drinks. A perfect way to beat the West Coast heat during our Saturday run.Now we are chilling! After a dusty drive, there is nothing better than cold drinks and good company in the shade at Misverstand Dam.Spotted this random old tractor at Misverstand Dam. No bonnet, plenty of rust, and a whole lot of character—kind of like some of the projects we have in our garages!Time for a walk! We parked the buggies in the shade and headed out to explore the historic 1782 metal bridge on foot.Stretching our legs on the old metal bridge! It’s a tight squeeze for vehicles, but it’s the perfect spot for a quick walk and some photos of the surrounding West Coast landscape.Taking in the view! Looking out over the Berg River from the historic metal bridge. The Western Cape scenery never disappoints when you’re out on a Wild Buggers run.Getting a closer look at the ironwork! The old metal bridge near Misverstand Dam is a spectacular piece of history and a highlight of our Moorreesburg run.A bit of education before we head back! The sign board tells the story of this historic crossing. It’s a privilege to still be able to drive our VW classics over such a landmark.The ultimate bridge crossing! The Wild Buggers lined up on “Die Brug” for an epic group photo. A tight fit for some, but a perfect moment for the club.Back at the buggies and getting ready to go! A quick regroup under the trees before we take the convoy across the historic metal bridge.A quick chat before we roll. Brent sharing some interesting history about the old bridge with the crew—turns out there’s more to this spot than just a cool view!One last stop for the cameras! The Wild Buggers convoy taking over the historic Misverstand bridge for a final group shot before heading back.Nooooo man! Shrek is acting up again. Nothing like a padstal pitstop and some teamwork to tackle a stubborn tophead issue.Ladybuggs in the padstal, men on the tools! Shrek decided to test our patience with a tophead issue, but the Wild Buggers crew is always ready for a roadside fix.Fixed and ready to roll! A blocked fuel filter and a few water leaks couldn’t keep Shrek down for long. Big thanks to the pit crew for getting us back on the road.Quick chat and let’s get back to camp! With Shrek’s gremlins sorted, the convoy is ready for the final stretch back to Die Hut.Francois trying to save the day! We’re struggling to set the timing on Shrek’s 1400 Datsun motor because of a dud tophead. It’s a first for all of us.Nothing beats the campsite chill! After a day of mechanical gremlins and dusty roads, it’s finally time for some snacks, cold drinks, and good company.Time to wash off the dust! Nothing beats a late afternoon swim after a long day on the road. The best way to end a legendary Saturday run.Francois sportin’ the latest fashion for our Saturday night games! It takes a big man to rock a beard that impressive at camp.Mickey looking absolutely magical! For our Saturday night games, everyone had to wear something special, and Mickey definitely stood out in her unicorn gear.Michelle looking the part! Fitting for one of the owners of “The BumbleBee,” Michelle had to rock the bee feelers for our Saturday night campsite games.Spot the elf! Jacques had to get into character for our Saturday night games with these massive elf ears and a lei. He may look serious, but it was all for a laugh.Rhoodie getting into the spirit of the Saturday night games! Every member had to rock a unique look, and Rhoodie went for the classic red nose.Every club needs a queen! Coralie looking regal in her tiara and lei for our Saturday night entertainment.Presenting Big Chief No Poep! Brent was a total legend for our Saturday night games, rocking the headdress and bringing the laughs to the Die Hut campsite.The calm before the storm! Sitting around the fire at Die Hut, fully geared up in our Saturday night costumes and waiting for the games to officially begin.Anthony bringing some rock ‘n’ roll to the camp! He was channeling his inner Elvis for our Saturday night costume games at Die Hut.The anticipation is building! Mickey and Brent (aka Big Chief No Poep) waiting patiently for the Saturday night games to kick off at the campsite.The full lineup of our Saturday night legends! From unicorns and elves to the “Big Chief” and even a Borat mankini, the Wild Buggers don’t do anything halfway.After a wild round of Saturday night games, the owner opened up the bar just for us! Nothing beats a cold one by the pool to end a legendary day.Making new friends at the bar! Ruan taking a break on the floor to play with Little Poep, the smallest member of our club family.Anthony and Francois catching up over a cold one at the Die Hut bar after the Saturday night games.Time to get the meat on the grid! Rhoodie taking charge of the fire as the Wild Buggers settle in for a classic Saturday night braai at Die Hut.Serious business at the prep table! Jacques getting the meat ready for the fire during our Saturday night session at Die Hut.The main event! Everyone getting stuck into the Saturday night braai at Die Hut, with the coals glowing and the trays filling up fast.No proper braai is complete without some toasted braai broodjies! The perfect accompaniment to the main course at Die Hut.Ruan claimed he wasn’t hungry, so he settled for this “tiny” little snack. There’s no such thing as a small appetite at a Wild Buggers braai!Sunday morning at Die Hut! The crew is gathered and getting ready for a big breakfast before we hit the road for the final leg of our Moorreesburg run.Many hands make light work! The Wild Buggers crew getting the Die Hut campsite back in order before the Sunday drive.The final morning at Die Hut! Time to pack the gear and get the VW air cooled buggies ready for the Sunday run home.The final gear check at Die Hut! Making sure everything is stowed safely before the long drive back to Cape Town.At last, the buggy has a name! Jacques and Coralie showing off their new “Dragonfly” sticker as we pack up at Die Hut.Found it! The mankini taking pride of place on Shrek’s aerial. A fitting mascot for the Wild Buggers’ final morning at Die Hut.All systems go! Mickey is in the hot seat as Shrek gets ready to lead the convoy out of Moorreesburg.A request from the host! The owner of Die Hut wanted a few shots of the crew before we hit the road.And we’re off! The Wild Buggers convoy heading back after a brilliant weekend of camping and VW fun.
Die Hut Moorreesburg camp might be over, but the engines never stay silent for long. We have more events on the horizon, from charity runs to scenic coastal cruises. If you have a passion for Beach Buggies, Baja Bugs, or old school VWs, we want you there!
