What to do

Windhoek is where every Namibian adventure begins and ends. Namibia’s capital may not be as famous as its safari parks, but there are plenty of interesting places to see in Windhoek. From engrossing museums to colonial landmarks, bustling markets, city…

Here are the seven best things to do in Namibia’s salt and clay pan of Sossusvlei to get the most out of your visit.  Sossuvlei is a great white salt and clay pan located within Namibia’s Namib-Naukluft National Park. The…

If you want the absolute best chance of spotting the Big Five, head to Kruger National Park during the dry winter months of May to September.  That is not to say, that the Kruger National Park is not suitable all…

Ever heard of the “Great White Place” that can be seen from space? Etosha National Park is Namibia’s largest wildlife sanctuary, home to one of Southern Africa’s best safari destinations. It  was established in 1907, spans about 22,750 square kilometers,…

A wise traveller once said “the best therapy is salty air, sandy feet, an ocean breeze and a pocket full of seashells”.  I couldn’t agree more, but I’d add that merging your overlanding safari experience with a stop at the…

You’re in for a treat if you go stargazing in South Africa. It’s a large country with many dark skies, including an International Dark Sky Sanctuary. Many visitors to South Africa come from the Northern Hemisphere and are keen to…

Want to eat somewhere in Cape Town with a picture-perfect view? Here are four places where you can do just that. Cape Town is one of the world’s most scenic cities. And it has a world-class food scene that’s multitcultural…

I have the answers to all your safari questions, right here…   If waking up to the roar of a lion or watching the rays of a golden sunrise fall over a herd of wildebeest sounds is what you want,…

Many places in Africa have distinct dry, wet, hot and cool periods during the year, which can affect travel plans hugely. You wouldn’t want to spend your two-week holiday on the tropical island of Zanzibar in the pouring rain, would…