South Africa is full of surprises. Not only can you have incredible wildlife encounters in the country’s many national parks and reserves, but you can also soak up the lively atmosphere of cities such as Cape Town and Johannesburg. As it is such a vast country, it can be difficult to decide what to do and[…]
South Africa is one of the best countries to see wildlife in their natural habitats. Not only is it more affordable than Tanzania, Kenya and Botswana, it’s also home to all of the Big 5 and a plethora of other animals in its national parks and private game reserves. But where’s best to stay when[…]
There I was – frozen to the spot, face-to-face with a rhino. She was a huge, magnificent, beautiful creature that could have killed me in an instant. My life flashed before my eyes as I thought to myself ‘Why the hell am I here, surrounded by wild animals in the middle of the South African bush?!’ Let[…]
Australasia, Japan, South Africa, Travel, Wildlife
Unusual wildlife destinations to see animals in the wild
Most animal lovers will have their hearts set on an African safari at least once in their lifetimes. Sure, there’s nothing quite like spotting a pride of lions in the Serengeti, or coming across a herd of elephants on the Masai Mara. But Africa isn’t the only place for a safari on this beautiful planet[…]
There are some seriously good restaurants in Cape Town. With something to cater for everyone, you’ve got a huge choice from locally caught seafood and street snacks to traditional South African dishes and international cuisine too. You’re bound to find some where to eat in Cape Town that you absolutely love. Here’s my selection of[…]
If you’re planning a trip to South Africa, Cape Town should be right at the top of your ‘must visit’ list. This fabulous city is full of natural wonders, historical sights and beautiful people with a fascinating past. If you’ve only got 3 days to spare, this post of my favourite things to do in[…]
India, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Travel, Travel Tips, Wildlife
Tips on How to Improve Your Wildlife Photography
They say that wildlife photography is one of the hardest to master. Yet, it’s incredibly satisfying when you get it right. Let me tell you how to improve your wildlife photography with my top tips on taking better photos of animals. I am a wildlife travel and photography fanatic. Most of my trips have involved[…]
The word private has got so many positive connotations – peace, tranquility, luxury, personal service. Let’s face it, people tend to prefer private over public in most situations: private bathrooms, private transfers… But, when on safari, would you rather choose a private nature reserve or public national park? In my experience, there seems to be[…]
I get it. You’re planning a trip to South Africa and already know where you want to go and what you want to see. But what’s the best way to travel in South Africa? After all, it is a pretty massive country, and it will take some planning to make the most of your time[…]
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