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The South African National Flag is Symbol of Unity and Progress. South Africa was at a major turning point in the early 1990s. Apartheid was coming to an end, a democratic government was being formed while and Nelson Mandela was about to become the first black president of South Africa. The country of South Africa…

To be in South Africa is to feel part of a story that goes back to the start of our shared humanity, the first chapter of our story and everyone else’s, and to be welcomed back “home” not as a traveller, but as a friend. Who first lived in South Africa? The Khoisan were the…

Magical, beautiful Africa and the loss of its mighty savannas and ancient forests Decline of Population The biggest threat to all the beautiful species we encounter on our journey in Africa today is the decline in their population due to the loss of its mighty, endless savannas and ancient forests. We have become accustomed to…

MOHOLOHOLO – The great battle took place in 1864 between Mapulana and Swati tribe in the Blyde Canyon area in South Africa. The Blyde Canyon is one of the world’s most beautiful natural features, known to be the largest green canyon in the world and home to an interesting array of wildlife. Today, the area…

You probably haven’t heard of Hoedspruit, in spite of the fact that it’s very much the Big Five Safari capital of South Africa. But that’s OK because this lovely little lowveld town is a well-kept secret, even though its steadily growing in reputation as the gateway to the Greater Kruger region! It’s a small town…

How Lion got his roar – A traditional African tale… Many years ago, Lion became the most feared of the predators. In these early days, Lion still had a gentle voice, and because animals could not hear him, there was no warning if he was nearby. This, of course, greatly worried the other animals, since…

Essentials to pack for your African Safari Packing for your safari holiday in South Africa can seem a daunting task, so we’ve provided some handy tips to help you out. Colour is important on safari, all your clothing should preferably be neutral colours: khaki, olive etc. Avoid white, bright colours, dark colours and black. Camouflage…

A wealth of things to see and do around Hoedspruit Hoedspruit is so much more than a quiet little town in South Africa’s lowveld. It’s the Rainbow Nation’s Big Five safari capital and the gateway to the legendary Kruger National Park, being positioned bang smack in the middle of the Greater Kruger region. It’s also…

Hoedspruit is so much more than a quiet little town in South Africa’s lowveld. It’s the Rainbow Nation’s Big Five safari capital and the gateway to the legendary Kruger National Park. It’s also geographically blessed, with its western horizon dominated by the impressive peaks of the northern Drakensberg escarpment, carved by the wind and rain…