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
Author: René Laing
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.
Why visit the Golden Gate Highlands National Park?Why visit 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
What you need to know about wildlife in summerWhat you need to know about wildlife in summer
If you visit the bush often, you might return with interesting stories. One of my stories: the time a wild animal got stuck under my car in the Camdeboo National
Reasons to visit the Marakele National ParkReasons to visit the Marakele National Park
From the top of Lenong Viewpoint, you may spot soaring Cape vultures and take in some of the most spectacular panoramic scenery of the surroundings. It is an ideal spot
Lightning safety tips: How to stay safe during a stormLightning safety tips: How to stay safe during a storm
Never ignore the rumble of thunder. Lightning is one of nature’s most unpredictable forces. While only about 10% of people struck by lightning die, the majority live with lasting disabilities.