Also known as wild camping, or in America, boondocking, this activity can really take you off the beaten track. There is nothing more satisfying than driving off the the main roads and down a dirt track to find a secluded clearing in some woods, close to a river or stream.
Some of the best experiences can be had for free, away from the humdrum of civilization and every day life. Just you and the ellements, switched off from everything and enjoying the world around you. Almost sounds idyllic. This is the attraction of overlanding along with the experience of travelling to, and immersing yourself in foreign lands and culture.