Sky Guide Southern Africa is a practical resource for all stargazers, whether novice, amateur or professional. This annual guide highlights the cosmic events for each month of the upcoming year, including planetary movements, predicted eclipses and meteor showers. Star charts plot the evening sky for each season, facilitating the identification of stars and constellations. Highlights…
Vergelegen Wine Estate in Somerset West has introduced a novel way to experience its rich heritage and award-winning wines: a guided walk through its historic core, with curated wine tastings that reflect the estate’s 325-year-old history at each stop. Guests start their journey in the Sundial Garden, guided by Arnoux Tredoux, manager of the Vergelegen…
As summer unfolds across the Constantia Valley, Steenberg Spa invites guests to reconnect with nature, with stillness and with themselves. The spa’s new summer menu, inspired by the rhythms of the season, celebrates the restorative power of simplicity and the healing energy of the natural world. Recognising its exceptional offering, the Michelin Guide, which has…
The popular WildED Holiday Camp is returning to Crocworld Conservation Centre in Scottburgh from 15 to 19 December. Hosted at the WILDED Learning Hub @ Crocworld Conservation Centre in Scottburgh, the WildED Holiday Camp gives children aged 8 to 13 years an unforgettable week of fun. Children are welcome to come for one day, a few days…
Southern Africa is a region rife in reward for the adventurous spirit. From the thunder of Victoria Falls and the stillness of Lake Malawi to the lively rhythms of Gaborone and the mist rolling off Lesotho’s Maluti Mountains. Home to some of the world’s most diverse landscapes and cultures, southern Africa is quietly becoming a…
One of South Africa’s most captivating garden lifestyle celebrations, Garden Town Stellenbosch, is running until 9 November 2025 – promising to dazzle garden lovers, green-fingered enthusiasts and families alike. Organised by Visit Stellenbosch, this flagship event features the expanded Stellenbosch Garden Show & Market: a vibrant, must-see highlight of the botanical celebration. Set against the…
Brahman Hills: The Making of a World-Class Garden, a richly layered, visually striking coffee table book, is now available in bookstores or can be purchased online. It tells the story of one of South Africa’s most remarkable gardens. From a forgotten Midlands motel to a Royal Horticultural Society Partner Garden, the transformation is captured through…
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. Named after the isiZulu word…
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 Freedom Bronze Statue Park in…
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 social interaction and personal connection.[1] It’s…
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 quiet moment at a time.…
The African SAP User Group (AFSUG) is proud to announce a new partnership with ERP (Elephants, Rhinos & People), the non-profit organisation within the global Group Elephant collective of boutique services firms and software businesses. This collaboration aims to make a meaningful conservation impact beyond the SAP ecosystem and will be officially unveiled at AFSUG’s premier SAP user conference…
As autumn light washes over Lalibela Wildlife Reserve in the Eastern Cape, a remarkable wildlife story quietly unfolds in the tall grass. Six cheetah cubs, just three weeks old, are captured on the reserve’s thermal cameras, their tiny spotted forms huddled close to their vigilant mother. Beyond celebrating an increase in numbers for Lalibela’s cheetah…
Cresting a secluded hilltop of the Serengeti, the unique safari experience of Laba Grumeti Art Lodge highlighting art, nature, privacy and sustainability awaits, merging safari elegance with contemporary African artistry inspired by artist Zizipho Poswa. The latest addition to the Laba Laba Collection, with the finest views across the magnificent Serengeti, offers an authentic safari…
As one of the world’s most celebrated wildlife reserves, Kruger National Park continues to captivate travellers in 2025 with its extraordinary biodiversity, accessibility and diverse safari options. Voyage2Africa, a leading African travel specialist, affirms that Kruger remains a must-visit destination for safari enthusiasts seeking an authentic, world-class wildlife experience. A safari for every traveller Kruger…
The change in season is an exciting time on the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast, with the cooler temperatures bringing the annual marine phenomenon – the Sardine Run! This annual spectacle is a treat for visitors to the region, making winter the ultimate getaway on the KZN South Coast. Dr Ryan Daly, marine scientist at Oceanographic Research…
Vergelegen Wine Estate in Somerset West is celebrating the arrival of many new additions to its thriving wildlife family. Rare Rau quagga, eland and black wildebeest are breeding in the wine estate’s 1 900-hectare private nature reserve, which has the same conservation status as the Kruger National Park. The fenced game camp within the reserve…
Kenya’s mangrove forests are among the country’s most critical habitats in the fight against climate change. These vital ecosystems serve as essential breeding grounds for marine life, shield the coastline from storms and act as powerful natural carbon sinks, storing up to four times more carbon per hectare than traditional forests. Despite their extraordinary ecological…
The iconic Crocworld Conservation Centre in the coastal town of Scottburgh is an all-year-round escape for memorable family outings and adventures. With its blend of incredible wildlife, serene coastal beauty and family-friendly events and attractions, one visit is never enough. That’s why Crocworld is offering an affordable annual membership package, with even more benefits announced…
It is reported that, globally, one pangolin is poached every three minutes either for illegal bushmeat use or to supply scales to the Asian market. In early February this year, China submitted a Pangolin Conservation In China proposal to the 78th Meeting of the UN CITES Standing Committee, outlining its intention to reduce the use…
The year is well underway and it’s already time to start preparing for the Easter holidays! There’s no better place to book for a fun-filled family getaway than the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast, with its warm weather, budget-friendly venues and great outdoor activities making this a memorable break. “It’s been a great start to the year…
This May, a member of Cape Country Routes, the De Hoop Collection, is partnering with Bruce Jack, founder and winemaker of Bruce Jack Wines – an independent, family-run, global wine business based in the Bredekloof Valley – to offer a Luxury Wine Weekend from 30 May to 1 June 2025. “Do yourself a favour: book…
Join De Hoop Collection, Morukuru Family Beach Lodge and CapeNature at De Hoop Nature Reserve for the Pristine Preservation Beach Clean-Up Weekend from 16 May to 18 May 2025 and engage in meaningful environmental work that will make a difference. There’s always so much to see and do at the world renowned De Hoop Nature…
Situated in the heart of the De Hoop Nature and Marine Reserve in the Western Cape is arguably one of South Africa’s most perfect destinations for a weekend getaway: the De Hoop Collection. This premier member of Cape Country Routes offers a range of accommodation, a unique outdoor experience like no other – sea, beaches,…
The Western Soutpansberg Nature Reserve (WSNR), covering 14 properties (eight landowners) and spanning over 11 607 hectares of critical biodiversity, was officially declared on 17 January 2025. The Endangered Wildlife Trust (EWT) drove the formation of the WSNR, and this brand-new reserve in the Soutpansberg encompasses a Centre of Endemism, a recognised Key Biodiversity Area,…
Harvest time is the most important time on a wine farm, but it is also a time to celebrate the joy of this special season. “It’s too good not to share!”, invites La Motte cellar master Edmund Terblanche. “The vineyards love a cold and wet winter and that’s what they got. Then we had a…
Vergelegen Wine Estate in Somerset West, renowned for its breathtaking scenery, sustainability initiatives and rich heritage, has opened bookings for a new one-day, 13-kilometre guided hike. The first hike takes place on Saturday, 15 March and is thereafter offered twice a month, weather permitting. Hikers will enjoy access to areas of the 3 200-hectare property…
It’s time to try something different this February by celebrating the great outdoors with that special someone. This Valentine’s Day, reconnect with that significant other by reconnecting with nature on the scenic KwaZulu-Natal South Coast – where memorable hikes, sunset swims and deep-sea diving await! “It’s time to break the mould this February by showing…
February is the month of love, and if you look closely, you’ll see that love can be everlasting in the animal kingdom. From devoted blue crane pairs to family-oriented jackals and fiercely protective elephant shrews, you can experience the wonder of creatures that mate for life at Lalibela Wildlife Reserve. In Lalibela’s grasslands, you’ll find…
Birds of Serengeti & Ngorongoro Conservation Area Discover the diverse birdlife of Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Conservation Area with this visually stunning guide. More than 300 commonly seen bird species are described in concise, engaging prose – highlighting their main characteristics. The text is accompanied by excellent full-colour photographs. Viewing notes, including tips…
