Wildlife heritage in a concrete jungle It’s a legacy that began 32 years ago when a 15 500 acre piece of land was purchased in the middle of KwaZulu-Natal by Trevor Shaw. He named the area Zulu Nyala after the buck that is abundant in the area, but rare elsewhere in the country, and built lodges […]
A walk on the wild side at Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve
A walk on the wild side at Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve The next time you visit the Wild Coast, do things a little differently. Don’t go to the same-old, same-old hotel or B&B and settle for a beach walk and a bit of a surf; visit one of East London’s local gems – the Inkwenkwezi […]
Wondrous caves of history and adventure
Wondrous caves of history and adventure Man’s (and his predecessors’) presence in Africa is the oldest on the planet, with artefacts from early human existence having been discovered in the area that is now world-famously known as the Cradle of Humankind. This World Heritage Site has the richest collection of finds of hominid fossils in […]
Bird shots near the lake
Bird shots near the lake Roodepoort has some of Johannesburg’s prettiest scenery, with its typically green Jo’burg neighbourhoods on one side and a scenic backdrop of the Magaliesberg Mountains on the other. You wouldn’t think that you were in the gold-mining capital of South Africa or anywhere close to the concrete jungle of Egoli, but […]
Bloemfontein Wildlife at Franklin Game Reserve
On a recent visit to Bloemfontein, I learned about the location of the Franklin Game Reserve. I’d always imagined it on the outskirts of town – a natural addendum to the city’s attractions – but then happened to discover, completely by chance, that it’s actually located in the heart of the city! I travel here […]
Explore the Zanzibari forest of Jozani
Here are some compelling reasons for you to take advantage of any Zanzibar specials and plan your Tanzanian holiday around a Jozani Forest tour… Explore the Zanzibari forest of Jozani “Jozani” sounds like an intense art film based on an island, but the actual place isn’t too far from that picture. The Jozani Forest is […]
Port Elizabeth on a platter
Being a born and bred child of Gauteng, I live and breathe the city; paint it red, drive to its limits for business, and keep up with its always-awake spirit, keeping myself properly hydrated at its endless watering holes. Any adventure outside of Jo’burg feels greener, cleaner, and more organic than the concrete jungle, but […]
Spotting wildlife in Tanzania
Spotting wildlife in Tanzania Tanzania is world famous for its wildlife conservation efforts – something that attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. It’s amazing that this one place is home to 20% of Africa’s large mammal species, which are spread across the country’s 14 amazing national parks and game reserves, making up a […]
Namibia’s treasures of flora and fauna
Namibia’s treasures of flora and fauna Namibia’s climate, history, and landscape don’t shriek of typical tourist attractions. The country’s famous red desert is dry, barren, and difficult to navigate without a serious 4×4 and some friends who know what they’re doing (and don’t forget to take a spare tyre or two), nevermind an accurate GPS. […]