Ways to get involved in nature conservationWays to get involved in nature conservation
Main image: Ron Lach, Pexels. Did you only realise late in life that you have a passion for conservation, and would love to make a difference? Or perhaps you feel
Author: René Laing
Kgalagadi sightings – when a predator becomes preyKgalagadi sightings – when a predator becomes prey
Imagine going on a leisurely drive in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park in South Africa’s Northern Cape Province, only to witness a killer Kgalagadi sighting, that of a predator removing another predator from
A shower of a different kindA shower of a different kind
The Gemenid meteor shower peaks annually on December 15 in South Africa and other parts of the world. The thought of being able to witness a spectacle like this was
Taming the bull not just a walk in the parkTaming the bull not just a walk in the park
When I got asked by a friend whether I would like to join her on the Lonely Bull Trail in the Kruger National Park, there was not much thinking to
Latest weekly Namaqua flower updatesLatest weekly Namaqua flower updates
Imagine a spectacle so great… The brown desert landscape of Namaqualand morphs completely, year after year. In spots usually dominated by arid vegetation, thousands of Namaqualand daisies and flowers in
Namaqua spring flower season: report and latest updatesNamaqua spring flower season: report and latest updates
Get our 2025 updates here Disclaimer: Although this article was written in 2021 and contains some time-bound information, it also contains useful tips for viewing flowers during the Namaqua flower
De Wildt Adventure Trails – a quick adventure near the cityDe Wildt Adventure Trails – a quick adventure near the city
Keen to go hiking around Johannesburg or Pretoria? You will find De Wildt Adventure Trails only 45 minutes from the city.
Things to do in the Golden Gate Highlands National ParkThings to do in the Golden Gate Highlands National Park
Mountainous scenery and vast open spaces as far as the eye can see, soaring vultures, and plenty of space for the active traveller – these are just a few things
Are spiders in South Africa dangerous? The truth about spider bitesAre spiders in South Africa dangerous? The truth about spider bites
Do you have arachnophobia, especially when you spot a spider in your South African home? Many people worry that a random spider is venomous and ready to bite. But in
Historical things to see and do in CradockHistorical things to see and do in Cradock
If you ever find yourself driving through the town of Cradock in South Africa’s Eastern Cape Province, stop for a while and explore some of what the town has to