Experience the joy of harvest time at La Motte

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 Continue Reading

Flora, fauna and fine wine: Vergelegen’s new guided hiking trail

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 Continue Reading

Celebrate the month of love with these epic KZN South Coast outdoor adventures

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 Continue Reading

Soulmates of the wild: Meet the Eastern Cape animals that form lifelong pair bonds

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. Continue Reading

Two new visually stunning safari guides

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 Continue Reading

Time to take it easy with these ‘slow travel’ activities on the KZN South Coast

People are stepping away from the fast-paced lifestyle and enjoying more meaningful experiences that better connect with nature and local communities. In the travel world, this is being realised through the ‘slow travel’ trend, which encourages more mindful tourism centred on sustainability, culture and personal well-being. On the KwaZulu-Natal South Continue Reading

Onguma launches Namibia’s first walking trails camp near Etosha

The new Onguma Trails Camp launches on 1 April 2025. This intimate, eco-friendly glamp-camp offers a two-night walking trail experience that can be extended to three nights – delivering a perfect balance of adventure and Onguma-style comfort. The experience With just four en-suite glamping bell tents, the camp accommodates a Continue Reading

Discover Kruger Untamed: A soulful safari with a light footprint

A deep experience with a light footprint. That’s the inspiring ethos behind the two Kruger Untamed exclusive seasonal camps, Tshokwane River Camp and Satara Plains Camp. Both offer a true soul safari in central Kruger National Park (KNP) during the winter months, the best time for game viewing in the Continue Reading

Ngepi Camp: Where Mother Nature gets a hug!

Are you ready for a safari experience that’s as wild as your uncle’s dancing at a family wedding? Well, 30 plus years ago, Ngepi Camp sprouted like a water lily in the Okavango Delta panhandle’s remote corners, nestled in Namibia’s Caprivi Strip. The masterminds behind it had an epiphany: make Continue Reading

Find your feet in South Africa’s forests

Did you know that many of South Africa’s timber plantations are open to the public to enjoy a variety of recreational pursuits? Both indigenous forests and timber plantations are natural resources that everyone can enjoy. You may be an outdoor enthusiast wanting to test your endurance along the hundreds of Continue Reading

Vergelegen’s innovative wine tourism experiences awarded

Vergelegen Wine Estate, long renowned for its commitment to protecting history and heritage, has officially been recognised for its innovation, too. The 324-year-old Somerset West estate scooped the Innovative Wine Tourism Experiences award in the 2025 Best Of Wine Tourism and Wine Tourism Ambassador Awards. Initiated by Great Wine Capitals Continue Reading

BOOK: Freshwater Fishes of Southern Africa

Well over 300 freshwater fish species found in the region’s rivers, lakes and dams feature in this fully revised third edition of Freshwater Fishes of Southern Africa. Updated and expanded, this definitive guide includes newly described species, the latest taxonomic changes, new photographs and full-colour illustrations, and up-to-date distribution maps. Continue Reading

Bottelary Hills Conservancy All Set for Garden Town 2024

The Bottelary Hills Renosterveld Conservancy (BHRC), nestled in the heart of the Cape Floral Kingdom World Heritage Site, will be showcasing its natural beauty during Garden Town Stellenbosch 2024. The Cape Floral Kingdom, known for being the smallest and most diverse botanical kingdom globally, features over 8 600 plant species, Continue Reading

Grab your binoculars, it’s time to Uber Safari from Cape Town in style!

Uber is known for its convenience. With its e-hailing services available in over 70 countries around the world, from the moment it entered the international travel industry in 2009, riders have been easily connected with affordable, reliable and convenient transport options with one simple tap of a button. This summer, Continue Reading

Enchanting stargazing experience at Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti

Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti invites travellers to elevate their immersive safari experience with stargazing under the vast, unspoilt African sky. This enchanting activity, offered exclusively through the lodge’s Discovery Centre, complements the already renowned intimate bush dinners enjoyed in the heart of the Serengeti. Nestled amid the untamed beauty Continue Reading

South Africa’s first slow overnight hiking trail

CapeNature has introduced South Africa’s first slow hiking trail at the beautiful De Mond Nature Reserve, just a stone’s throw from the historic seaside town of Arniston. The Damara Trail is a new immersive experience in nature and invites visitors to slow down and enjoy the environment at a leisurely Continue Reading

BOOK: The most beautiful garden in Africa

Kirstenbosch is a name that resonates around the world as the home of a uniquely rich flora in a setting of unsurpassed beauty. Established soon after the unification of South Africa in 1910, the garden continues to draw both tourists and locals to its enchanting spaces and botanical riches. This Continue Reading

World Rivers Day, and the Ford Wildlife Foundation’s contribution to conservation

World Rivers Day, celebrated this year on 22 September 2024, is a global event that underscores the importance of rivers and their conservation. Rivers are essential to ecosystems, biodiversity, human life and economic activities. They provide fresh water, which is vital for drinking, agriculture, industry and energy – making them Continue Reading

BOOK: The Ways and Wonders of South African Trees

A celebration of the rich diversity and beauty of indigenous trees, The Ways and Wonders of South African Trees uncovers the fascinating world of trees and how they function. Presented in two parts, the first explores the physiology and behaviour of trees, and the second the grandeur of a select Continue Reading

A living archive of South Africa’s unique desert biome flora

The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI), together with South African National Parks (SANParks), celebrated the completion of the Richtersveld Desert Botanical Garden at Sendelingsdrif in the Richtersveld National Park, on 20 August 2024. The botanical garden was established through a partnership between SANBI and SANParks, in terms of which Continue Reading

Celebrating art and nature at Brahman Hills

The synergy between art and nature has taken on a new dimension with the addition of six breathtaking sculptures at the home of international award-winning gardens, Brahman Hills. These masterpieces, created by four of South Africa’s most promising artists, not only enhance the natural beauty of gardens but also tell Continue Reading

Start of the 2024 wildflower season in the West Coast National Park

South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced the start of the 2024 wildflower season in the West Coast National Park. As of 1 August 2024, and continuing through to 30 September 2024, the Postberg section of the park is open to the public, offering an exceptional opportunity to view the Continue Reading

QUIZ: Should you be planning a summer holiday, winter getaway, or spring escape?

Dreaming of your next adventure? South Africa’s natural beauty shines year-round, from sun-soaked beaches to snow-capped mountains. But when is the perfect time for you to take that well-deserved break? “We are spoilt for choice in South Africa, so it all depends on what season resonates most with your interests, Continue Reading

Discover the hidden charms of the Majestic Magaliesberg

Tucked between the busy cities of Pretoria in Gauteng and Rustenburg in the North West is the Magaliesberg region, a natural oasis that many people tend to overlook when seeking a holiday destination, a weekend break or day trip. “This area, with its rugged mountains, green valleys and diverse wildlife, Continue Reading

The Sardine Run is heading for the KZN South Coast!

The “Greatest Shoal on Earth” is set to arrive on the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast shores in the coming weeks, bringing with it one of the best ocean spectacles. For those who haven’t experienced the Sardine Run before, the South Coast Tourism & Investment Enterprise (SCTIE) has put together this Sardine Continue Reading

The beauty of nature and wildlife through the lens

The South African Photographer of the Year competition is an annual highlight for both amateur and professional photographers, celebrating the stunning diversity and beauty of South African and African wildlife and nature. It’s a unique platform for showcasing exceptional talent and offers participants a chance to gain recognition while contributing Continue Reading