Safari & Wellness Holidays
It doesn't have to break the bank to enjoy a unique safari wellness holiday. Imagine combining a Big 5 wildlife experience and some of South Africa's most superb beaches with a wellness experience to feel rejuvenated and relaxed? The destination that suits perfectly...
Discover Route 72 in South Africa
Let's explore Route 72. We all enjoy exploring new destinations that have these three aspects: First, a place that offers lots of things to do. Secondly, not many other visitors. And third, beautiful scenery! Route 72 in the Eastern Cape is just that place. So...
How important is the look and feel of a safari proposal?
The better a safari proposal captures the feeling of the actual safari destination and safari experience, the better the guest’s decision and match with his/her expectations. When planning a safari one imagines how it will feel to be eye to eye with the...
Ebola. Are You At Risk? Infographic
The below infographic serves to show the size of Africa and that the continent is made up of many independent countries, which has put measures in place to limit the spread of the Ebola virus (similar to countries not situated in Africa). It doesn't focus on...
Botswana Entry Alert
Country: Botswana Alert: As of 19 August 2014 any travellers who have visited Ebola affected countries during the last 30 days will be denied entry into Botswana. These countries currently include Guinea, Sierra Leone, Nigeria and Liberia. Additions may be made to...
Brave Elephant Stands His Ground
In Addo Elephant National Park, situated in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa, Conrad Cramer captured this amazing picture of a young elephant standing his ground against a large, old buffalo bull. The little ellie got a few bumps from the...
Beat The Winter Chill With Hi-Tec’s Misty Mountain Soft Shell
I must say I was quite excited when the parcel arrived bearing the new Hi-Tec Misty Mountain Soft Shell jacket. So it was with much excitement that I immediately ripped open the parcel. FIRST IMPRESSIONS: • The colour! • Zippered chest and waist pockets, ideal for my...
The Langdale Multi-Sport Outdoor Shoe – The Ideal All-Rounder
My job takes me to some of Africa's wilder places, and it involves lots of traveling. Many of the trips are by road and involve stops along the way to explore attractions and destinations en-route. For this reason it's important to dress comfortably. That's why I...
The Magic Of The Kgalagadi
During our last night in the Kgalagadi, a strange longing got hold of me... I was still in the park but I already missed it deeply, knowing we will leave this wonderful place the next morning. This is what the Kgalagadi does to you... As part of the preparations for...
The Journey of a Rhino Horn
Impala Escapes Certain Death…By Leaping Into A 4×4
A recent incident in the Kruger National Park, South Africa has made headlines due to a rather unusual way an impala escaped from two cheetahs on it's heels. Watch the incredible footage of the impala making the most of its options by leaping into a Toyota 4x4's side...
15% Discount On Your Next Safari
15% OFF ALL SOUTHERN AFRICAN BROCHURE PRODUCTS! Fancy a safari to Southern Africa? Discover Namibia, Botswana, Angola, Zimbabwe, Mozambique or South Africa, and get 15% discount when you book before 15 August 2013! Destination: Southern Africa Category: Small Group...
Shamwari Private Game Reserve – A Fun Family Safari!
Shamwari Private Game Reserve was born from a dream to see the Eastern Cape's natural heritage be restored to resemble its former glory. This corner of Africa was known to be one of the richest wildlife areas in the continent! Shamwari means 'friend' in Shona and this...
Kruger From South To North
Probably the most well-known national park in Africa, Kruger is a comfortable, easily explored game reserve where visitors have the opportunity to discover nature at it's best! This is the ideal park for first-time visitors and veteran safari travelers alike. And it's...
Eastern Cape Family Safari – Greater Addo Route
A holiday takes on a whole new form when traveling as a family, especially with young kids. Let me start by pointing out that this article is a positive look at family travel! Obviously it's an absolute pleasure to explore Africa with two inquisitive youngsters...
Wildlife Photography Top 10 Tips – by Isak Pretorius
This article follows on from our previous "Inspirational Photography - Top 10 Tips for Beginners" by Isak Pretorius. Learn here how to improve your wildlife photography. So now that you know what the "A", "S" and "M" stand for on your camera dial, you want to create a...
Addo Elephant National Park – a unique place of beauty and diversity
From its humble beginnings in 1931, Addo Elephant National Park has grown into one of South Africa's most ambitious conservation projects. The park is situated in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa and the ideal destination for wildlife safaris, family holidays...
Crocodile Quest Episode 3
The team are on the trail of an enormous crocodile that led them to the entrance of a cave. Now they should decide if they enter the cave and risk their lives or loose out on the shoot of a lifetime. Watch the final episode 4 They decided to rather go in search of...
Crocodile Quest Episode 2
In the previous episode, the teams overconfidence leads to a terrifying mistake. They got out of that one but needed some time to regroup before the next dive. The incident is a sobering reminder of just how dangerous this quest is. Watch episode 3 here. The caves are...
Crocodile Quest Episode 1 – Diving With Crocs
The Nile Crocodile kills two people a day in Africa. With the world's strongest jaws, their victims die a violent, painful death. One strike of its tail will knock a human unconscious in seconds....so why would any one even want to scuba dive with them? In this series...