When are my children old enough to take them to a game park?
Taking children on safari depends on more than age. Destination choice, logistics and emotional readiness also shape a rewarding family wildlife experience.
Nature & Sustainability
Wildlife, eco-conscious travel, and experiences that protect and celebrate the environment.
Camping for dummies, chapter 2026
Camping in 2026 looks very different from the soggy tents and stress of yesteryear. Rooftop tents and smart planning made camping more accessible, even for first-timers.
Southern or northern Kruger National Park: which should you visit?
Choosing between the southern and northern Kruger Park is less about which is better and more about the kind of journey you want to have.
Blydepoort Dam - one of Limpopo’s best-kept secrets
Blydepoort Dam offers a quieter counterpoint to Limpopo’s better-known landmarks, combining water, layered escarpment views, and a strong sense of peace.
Victoria Falls as a special destination
Victoria Falls blends natural power with cultural richness, creating an experience that feels both dramatic and deeply grounded.
Flooding forces closures and evacuations in Kruger National Park
Persistent heavy rainfall across Limpopo and Mpumalanga has caused severe flooding in and around the Kruger National Park, prompting SANParks to suspend day visitor access, evacuate rest camps, close key gates, and restrict internal routes to protect guests, staff, and surrounding communities.
Lesser-known national parks in South Africa
South Africa’s lesser-known national parks comprise scenery, wildlife and cultural depth that reward curiosity with striking landscapes that offer a refreshing alternative to busy destinations.