This spectacular drive traverses the dune forest, wetland pans and grasslands of the eastern shores of the iSimangaliso park. The in-depth talks not only highlight the animals, but also the plants, the climate, the bugs, the weather, the people, and how this all fits together to make a very complex ecosystem work in balance. TheContinue reading “Eastern Shores Sunset Excursion”
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Uncrowned Destinations
St. Lucia:A visit to St. Lucia is an unforgettable experience. It is one of Zululand’s hidden gems nestled in a World Heritage site on the Elephant Coast. With a host of varied activities and things to do in the area, and if you are a nature lover then this undoubtedly is the place for you. CapeContinue reading “Uncrowned Destinations”
Outdoors Being Good for Your Health
Nature is a magical thing and can have incredible healing powers — such as improving mood and boosting the immune system. Being outdoors in nature can be healing and beneficial for both the body and mind. Whether at the beach, forest, or in a neighbourhood park, nature offers a calming effect. Here are some reasonsContinue reading “Outdoors Being Good for Your Health”
Incema Grass
Juncus kraussii, a grass known locally as incema is a herb that grows up to a height of 1.5 m in large colonies where it occurs. It is highly useful, not just for environmental purposes where it prevents erosion, but also among the local Zulu woman who harvest the grass, as it has a perfectContinue reading “Incema Grass”
Coffee and Croissants on the Lake
One of those once in a lifetime, not to be missed opportunities… An almost 3-hour boat cruise on St. Lucia lake departing at sunrise traveling along the St. Lucia Estuary lined with mangroves among the hippos and herons, crocs and reeds dangling with weaver nests. A real birders and photographers delight! This incredible trip Includes aContinue reading “Coffee and Croissants on the Lake”
Wetlands
The importance of wetlands was again declared by the United Nations, with the following statement: “How can we reduce floods, droughts and water pollution? By using the solutions, we already find in nature. The answer is nature!” Wetlands occur in different environments around the world, and they all have divergent characteristics. However, they do all haveContinue reading “Wetlands ”
Busy Bees
South Africa is known for its rich insect diversity, which of course includes bees. According to the Agricultural Research Council, there are 2 755 recorded bee species in sub-Saharan Africa. Of these, approximately 1 000 are found in South Africa, and many of them are endemic to the Fynbos and Succulent Karoo areas. Some interesting bee facts: All worker bees are female. A bee producesContinue reading “Busy Bees”
When The Tall Giraffe Has The Short End of the Stick
A journey of giraffes is such a fitting description for the undulating wave a large collection of giraffes make when travelling together in one direction. These majestic and graceful animals can be found in the Western Shores of the iSimangaliso Wetland Park. Sadly they are a species on the decline in Africa. Over the past thirtyContinue reading “When The Tall Giraffe Has The Short End of the Stick”
So which is it – Black on white, or white on black?
Donki ko lo football jersey is the fanagalo name for a Zebra. Appropriately descriptive when you look it their black and white chevron like coat. Fanagalo is the linga franca language once used in the South African mines, composed of frequently corrupted elements of the Nguni, English and Afrikaans languages. No guesses how the term zebraContinue reading “So which is it – Black on white, or white on black?”
Topi or not Topi!
If you have ever lived or worked in or around a game reserve, you will know that certain animals are regularly found in certain areas. As a territorial animal you are restricted to a certain area. You can move about in your little piece of Africa; but avoid crossing into your neighbours’ territory. If you cross the boundaryContinue reading “Topi or not Topi!”
Tourism Tails 