Max Adventure are the specialists in adventure and expedition logistics.
Since 1994, we have provided logistical support for teams operating in the freezing temperatures of the North Pole to the thin air of Everest; the stifling jungles of central Africa to the raging heat of the Sahara Desert.
Max Adventure also specialise in promoting your brand through expeditions and world record attempts.
We are an agency representing Ran. If you would like him to present one of his inspiring talks; write an article for your publication, or interview him for screen or press please contact us.
London to Cape Town in record time!
The Max Aventure team of Mac Mackenney, Chris Rawlings & Steve Mackenney have travelled from London to Cape Town covering 10,000 miles through 20 countries and breaking the current record of 13 days, 8 hrs 48 mins set in 1963 by Eric Jackson & Ken Chambers.
The new record now stands at 11 DAYS 14 HOURS 11 MINUTES this is 1 Day 18 Hours 37 Minutes inside the previous record.
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Still Here!
22nd Mar 2012
Although the website has been a bit quiet, we at Max Adventure have been very busy providing logisitics support, planning and field operations for major TV projects.
What they are will become clear when they are broadcast. Until then we have have to maintain the client confidentiality that is a fundamental part of the process. Full article >
Mac Mackenney awarded 'Overlander of the Year'
3rd Feb 2012
Being very British, it is not the done thing to blow your own trumpet. However, when someone quite independently bestows such as award it is only right to share the news.
To see how the Expedition Portal website reached their decision and the biography they produced click here
Arctic Talk to School Children
11th Jul 2011
Armed with a host of photos and video, Mac described to the children what it is like to live and work in temperatures down to -50C. Having been on 4 Arctic expeditions and 2 military exercises when he served with an Arctic warfare unit in the British Army, Mac had many stories to pass on.
The second half of the talk was a practical demonstration of just how much clothing you have to wear to cope with the cold, along with the difficulties of sleeping inside not one, but four sleping bags systems. For this, children volunteered to be dressed up in the many layers of clothing, boots, golves and goggles, much to the delight of their fellow pupils. Full article >
Mac's latest article in Land Rover Monthly
4th Jul 2011
Over the years, I’ve driven thousands of miles overseas, so I’m pretty clear as to what vehicle modifications are necessary and what are just ‘nice to have’. Extra spot lights and all-terrain tyres were obvious choices when planning to drive the full length of Africa non-stop, but others that were must-haves on our list included cruise control and tinted windows.
We would have a crew of 3 working around the clock, so reducing glare through the Discovery’s panoramic windows was a must. Trying to sleep in the back while the bright sun shone through the glass would be just plain uncomfortable, so heavily tinted windows needed to be fitted. If the passenger didn’t sleep properly, he would be in no fit state to drive and this then would become a safety issue. At night, the glare of headlights from following vehicles, through the rear and sides of the Land Rover would be greatly reduced as well. Full article >
Presentation to Land Rover Club
2nd Jul 2011
Mac, thanks again for your presentation. It was really interesting to see the history of the record and how it evolved to date. Your description of the build up and planning for your attempt was inspirational, and the trip itself sounded fascinating. There are already murmurs from club members wanting to get out there and explore. But don’t worry, your record will be safe from any of us! The club members who attended had great feedback, and as the pictures show, inevitably it came down to a bunch of people gathered around the open bonnet of a Land Rover, where the discussions continued for some time afterwards, which is what our club epitomizes.
Heather Moscrop - Club Secretary
Latest News
22nd Mar 2012Still Here!
Although the website has been a bit quiet, we at Max Adventure have been very busy supporting filming projects.
3rd Feb 2012Mac Mackenney awarded 'Overlander of the Year'
Mac Mackenney of Max Adventure has been awarded 'Overlander of the Year 2011' by the Expedition Portal Website.
Latest Blogs
1st Jul 2011 
Mac MackenneyAn apology to Tony in Nairobi.
I’ve finally completed the last article about our record-breaking drive from London to Cape Town.
24th Jun 2011 Mac MackenneyMac and his Big Banger!
A weekend off-road motorcycling in Devon makes the pages of Trail magazine.
9th Nov 2010 Mac MackenneyPiecing Together History
I'm keen to hear from anyone who knows about the previous London to Cape Town driving records.
8th Nov 2010 Mac MackenneyGossip on the internet!
I've had great fun reading all the gossip on the internet - apparently the vehicle fell apart and we 'dicked' around too much at the borders - really?!
Latest Gallery Pictures
28th Oct 2010London to Cape Town Galleries - Crossing the Finish Line - Cape Town
(22 related images)
Latest video
Sir Ranulph Fiennes Bt OBE
Past expeditions
September 2011London bus drivers will drive a red double-decker from London to Mumbai, India across central Asia and the Himalayas, in support of charity.
October 2010London to Cape Town - 10,000 miles, 20 countries in under 13 days 8 hrs 48 mins!
October 2009The Max Adventure team are to recreate a historic drive by Stirling Moss as part of their ‘warm-up’ training to the London to Cape Town run.
February 2000Mac Mackenney was appointed Sir Ranulph Fiennes 'Right-Hand Man' on his attempt at the North Pole.