The Safari Guide of the Year Awards (SGOTY) has announced its top five finalists for 2025, showcasing Southern Africa’s most exceptional field guides. This prestigious recognition, founded in 2011 by Mike Karantonis in partnership with Field Guides Association of Southern Africa (FGASA), celebrates the expertise, dedication, and passion of field Continue Reading
Connecting on the move: Making friends while you travel
Some travel memories are shaped by the places we go, but often, the ones we remember most involve the people we meet along the way. Whether it’s a trip abroad or a local escape, forming unexpected friendships on a holiday can enhance the experience, whether you’re travelling solo, as a Continue Reading
Excellence in the wild: Safari Guide of the Year Awards celebrate SA’s finest
The Safari Guide of the Year Awards (SGOTY) has announced its top five finalists for 2025, showcasing Southern Africa’s most exceptional field guides. This prestigious recognition, founded in 2011 by Mike Karantonis of Africa Direct in partnership with Field Guides Association of Southern Africa (FGASA), celebrates the expertise, dedication, and passion of field guides across Southern Continue Reading
Turning nature into timeless luxury
Touchwood, a Pretoria-based brand, is redefining the landscape of South African jewellery and accessories by blending natural elements with modern design. Since its inception in 2015, the company has garnered acclaim for its handcrafted wooden rings and watches, which seamlessly marry sustainability with style. Nature-inspired craftsmanship At the heart of Continue Reading
Tintswalo collection expands into klaserie private nature reserve
The Tintswalo Collection will be expanding into the Klaserie Private Nature Reserve when it opens Tintswalo Scops Rest in September 2025. The 4-bedroomed luxury bush villa, named after the Scops Owl which occurs in the area, will accommodate a group of up to eight guests on an exclusive-use basis. It Continue Reading
Drostdy Hotel ideal base for visitors to the new Karoo Origins Fossil Centre
Nestled in the heart of Graaff-Reinet, South Africa’s ‘fossil capital,’ the 5-star boutique Drostdy Hotel offers travellers an exceptional blend of luxury accommodation and unrivalled access to world-renowned paleontological sites. As the newly inaugurated Karoo Origins Fossil Centre draws global attention, Drostdy Hotel stands out as the ideal base for Continue Reading
5 wild Cape vulture secrets – and where to witness them
Think you know vultures? Think again. The Cape vulture is one of South Africa’s most awe-inspiring – and endangered – avian giants. These feathered powerhouses are crucial to the ecosystem, yet many people know surprisingly little about them. Fortunately, the Bothongo Rhino & Lion Nature Reserve offers one of the Continue Reading
Vergenoegd low honours mothers all month long this way
As the vibrant energy of the harvest season slows and winter’s golden hues sweep across the vineyards, Vergenoegd Löw invites guests to reconnect with nature and reflect on the women who nurture and inspire. Throughout May, the Stellenbosch estate offers a curated range of elegant and restorative experiences in celebration Continue Reading
Savour the wild: A feast of flavour and fine wine at Kruger Station
Get ready for a safari for your tastebuds at the Food and Wine in the Wild Festival, returning to Kruger Station in Skukuza on 4 and 5 July 2025. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Kruger National Park, this annual event invites food and wine enthusiasts to taste the Continue Reading
Adrian Gardiner: The Man Who Changed a Landscape
Two hundred years ago, elephants roamed freely across South Africa’s Eastern Cape. By 1989, that same land had been left barren – stripped of its wildlife, its forests overgrazed, and its future uncertain. But where others saw desolation, Adrian Gardiner saw promise. Now, best-selling author Dean Allen tells the remarkable Continue Reading
How the Karoo became South Africa’s luxury escape
At first glance, the Karoo seems an unlikely place for high-end design and curated interiors. With its wide, arid plains and scattered windmills, the semi-desert heartland of South Africa has long been more associated with sheep farms and small-town stoicism than scented candles and silk linen. But in recent years, Continue Reading
Lion & Safari Park: The ultimate family day out, right on Joburg’s doorstep
The Lion & Safari Park is ready to welcome families from across the country for an unforgettable adventure in the heart of nature. With thrilling wildlife encounters, family-friendly activities and a scenic outdoor setting, the park offers the perfect destination for a fun-filled and educational holiday getaway. Conveniently located just Continue Reading
Voyage2Africa launches 2025 Tanzania safari packages to answer the call of the wild
Voyage2Africa has launched its newly updated Tanzania Safari Travel Packages for 2025 – crafted for those who seek the soul of East Africa in its rawest, most majestic form. As safari interest continues to surge across the continent, recent data reveals that Tanzania ranks as the second-most desired African safari Continue Reading
The museum of illusions is coming to Cape Town!
The Mother City will soon be adding a mesmerizing new attraction to its vibrant cultural landscape. The globally renowned Museum of Illusions will officially open its doors on Kloof Street on Saturday, 31 May 2025, marking its debut in Cape Town and becoming the second Museum of Illusions in South Continue Reading
Ezemvelo’s new Beach2Bush route explores the wild heart of KZN
Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife has opened a new window into one of the country’s most ecologically and culturally significant landscapes with the launch of Beach2Bush – an adventure route that connects the Indian Ocean coastline of St Lucia-iSimangaliso Wetland Park with the wild bush landscape of Hluhluwe–iMfolozi Park, the oldest game Continue Reading
Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel by MORE family collection unveils new stable suites
The historic Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel, owned by South African hospitality group MORE Family Collection, has opened its new Stable Suites. This marks an evolution for this landmark in Cape Town’s vibrant Kloof Street neighbourhood, while honouring its rich heritage dating back to the 1850s. The 10 newly converted Stable Continue Reading
Eswatini Tops for Responsible Tourism
Eswatini has further cemented its place on the responsible tourism map, following a significant double recognition that highlights the country’s growing role in sustainable travel. In the space of just a few weeks, Eswatini hosted the 2nd International Responsible Tourism Conference and saw its national tourism stand awarded “Most Responsible Continue Reading
Celebrating a Quarter Century of Excellence
This year, Marine Dynamics proudly celebrates 25 years of excellence. For the past 25 years Marine Dynamics has led the way in marine ecotourism, offering world-class experiences that connect visitors with the ocean’s most iconic creatures. Definitively more than just a tourism company, it has been a driving force in Continue Reading
The Marine Hotel welcomes festival-goers to the FynArts Festival
The vibrant coastal town of Hermanus will be hosting its annual FynArts Festival from 6 to 16 June 2025. The festival is an exuberant celebration of the arts, culture, and creativity, featuring a programme brimming with must-see performances, captivating talks, and immersive experiences that promise to uplift and inspire. Perfectly Continue Reading
New Protected Area brings hope for critically endangered blue swallow and other threatened species
Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife is proud to announce the declaration of a new protected area that signals renewed hope for some of South Africa’s most threatened wildlife. The formal declaration of the iNkonjane Nature Reserve by MEC Rev. Musa Zondi marks a significant addition to KwaZulu-Natal’s growing network of protected areas. Continue Reading
Help the Cableway Charity Challenge reach R1 million
On Sunday, 11 May 2025, participants from across South Africa will descend on Table Mountain with one common goal – to tackle Platteklip Gorge, as part of the annual Cableway Charity Challenge. While the event is well known for its physical demands and spirit of generosity, this year’s spotlight is Continue Reading
Planting Peace: Rotary’s Garden of Hope unveiled in Cape Town
Despite the winter chill settling in, a new symbol of peace is unfolding in Cape Town. A brand-new Rotary Peace Garden was officially launched on the final day of the Rotary Intercountry Committee (ICC) Africa Peace Forum, held from 25 to 27 April 2025. Tucked within the Long March to Continue Reading
Plans to make the 2025 MPA Day the biggest celebration yet
What started as a South African movement in 2021 went global in 2024, with MPA Day now officially celebrated on 1 August in 12 countries. In 2025, MPA Day event organisers hope to make this the biggest celebration yet of these ‘nature reserves of the sea’. Themed Making Connections, this Continue Reading
A Safari For Your Tastebuds
Wild Bites, Bold Flavours — Sink Your Teeth into Kruger Station’s Wild Menu Nestled in the heart of the iconic Kruger National Park, situated in the Skukuza Rest Camp, Kruger Station offers a culinary experience as bold and untamed as the landscape itself. Showcasing South Africa’s responsibly sourced rich venison Continue Reading
Is art dead?
How this generation is rediscovering the beauty of art in nature Are art and sculptures relics of a bygone era, or does this generation simply engage them in a different way? Research suggests that millennials and Gen Z value participatory and engaging museum experiences, often seeking out art that fosters Continue Reading
Wine in the Wilderness – Cheetahs and Cultivars
– a celebration of wine and the wild, of heritage and sustainability – Samara Karoo Reserve, in partnership with Creation Wines and Simonsig Family Vineyards, is delighted to invite you to its popular Wine in the Wilderness experiences running again this May – two exclusive weekends combining heritage and sustainability, Continue Reading
Think the beach is just for summer? Think again
For many South African holidaymakers, the Berg and the Bush have long been firm favourites for winter getaways, particularly for families during the June/July school holidays. Whether it’s the promise of snow, cosy log fires, and hot chocolate in the mountains, or crisp mornings on a game drive with a Continue Reading
Sanbonani resort & hotel joins the first group family
In a move sure to delight nature lovers, safari enthusiasts, and loyal guests, First Group Hotels and Resorts has officially welcomed Sanbonani Resort Hotel and Spa in Mpumalanga into its growing portfolio of premier South African destinations. First Group Managing Director, Shaun Lamont, says the addition of Sanbonani to its Continue Reading
Thornybush and FedAir Make Luxury Safari Getaways Effortless
There’s a certain magic to the African bush, an anticipation that builds the moment you start your journey. But why spend hours navigating pothole-riddled highways and unpredictable road conditions when you could be soaring above it all, arriving at your luxury safari destination relaxed and ready for adventure? Thornybush has Continue Reading
Discover slow safari magic with Stones Safaris’ Hoedspruit game drives
While much of the safari industry races from sighting to sighting, Stones Safaris is quietly redefining the game-drive experience with its immersive, small-group safaris in Hoedspruit, South Africa. Rooted in connection and authenticity, these game drives offer visitors a deeply personal way to explore the Greater Kruger wilderness – one Continue Reading