The Orange River

The Orange River

The Orange River is South Africa’s longest river at 2,090 kilometres in length. Spreading over a total area of around 973,000 square kilometres, it begins in the Drakensberg mountains in the Lesotho region and runs west for around 2,200 kilometres through South...
Tanzania’s Most Dangerous Snakes

Tanzania’s Most Dangerous Snakes

The Meserani Snake Park The Meserani Snake Park stands as a captivating destination for adventurers and wildlife enthusiasts alike. Founded in 1993, this park boasts a rich history and a diverse array of reptilian wonders, including Tanzania’s Most Dangerous...
Edible Insects in Africa

Edible Insects in Africa

The history of eating insects This may ‘creep’ you out a bit, but eating insects has become a viable option in many different cultures. For example, in the northern provinces of South Africa – Limpopo, North-West, Mpumalanga and Gauteng eating edible insects has...
The Big Five in Africa

The Big Five in Africa

When on safari, the animals you will be looking for from the start will be The Big 5. Seeing these 5 species is an incredible experience and one that you will not forget. Africa’s Big Five—comprising the lion, elephant, rhino, leopard, and buffalo—carries a...
The San Bushmen

The San Bushmen

The San Bushmen were traditionally hunter-gatherers obtaining there food from wild plants and animals. These days, however, this tradition has mostly been replaced with farming or pastoralist activity, due to government-enforced modernisation programmes. The oldest...
The African Fish Eagle

The African Fish Eagle

Embarking on a safari adventure in Africa offers a kaleidoscope of wildlife experiences, but few are as awe-inspiring as witnessing the African Fish Eagle in its natural habitat. Known for its distinctive call, often described as the “sound of Africa,” the...
Spitzkoppe

Spitzkoppe

Mountains of Namibia: Spiltkzoppe German for ‘pointed dome’, Spitkzoppe is also known as Spitzkop, Groot Spitzkop or the ‘Matterhorn of Namibia’. Nestled in the heart of Namibia’s vast landscape this iconic mountain, with its towering granite peaks, offers a...
Lake Nakuru National Park, Kenya

Lake Nakuru National Park, Kenya

Lake Nakuru National Park was established in 1961 around the renowned Lake Nakuru, close by to Nakuru town. It is one of the two Premium Parks of Kenya and an absolute heaven for bird enthusiasts. Located around 140 kilometres northwest of Nairobi, the reserve can be...