Back to news World Animal Day: Seeing Africa Through the Eyes of Its Wildlife Every year on 4 October, World Animal Day gives us a reason to stop and think about the animals that share our planet. For 2026, the theme is “See the World Through Their Eyes.” It is [...]

Back to news From the Big Five to the Marine Big Five: South Africa's September Wildlife Spectacle South Africa is one of the few destinations where a wildlife adventure can take you from the African bush to the ocean in a single journey. September is particularly special. Inland, the bush [...]

Back to news What Happens When You Choose an Ethical Safari? When you book a safari, you are paying for far more than a place to sleep and a game drive. Your choice of lodge, reserve, guide, and tour operator can have an impact on the wildlife and communities surrounding [...]

Back to news World Rhino Day: The Race to Protect South Africa's Rhinos Every year on 22 September, World Rhino Day brings attention to one of Africa's most iconic animals. South Africa is home to more rhinos than any other country, making its conservation efforts especially important. However, protecting these [...]

Back to news Why September Is One of the Best Months for a South African Safari September brings a subtle change to the South African wilderness. Winter begins to loosen its grip, temperatures start to rise, and the bush slowly prepares for the arrival of summer rain. Yet, in many [...]

Back to news World African Wild Dog Day: Celebrating Africa's Most Endangered Hunter Every year on 26 August, World African Wild Dog Day raises awareness about one of Africa's most remarkable yet least understood predators. Often overshadowed by lions and leopards, African wild dogs are intelligent, highly social animals that [...]

Back to news World Photography Day: Capturing Africa's Wildest Moments Every year on 19 August, World Photography Day celebrates the power of photography to capture moments, tell stories, and preserve memories. Few places offer better photographic opportunities than Africa's wilderness. Every sunrise, wildlife encounter, and breathtaking landscape tells its own [...]

Back to news Celebrating World Elephant Day-12 August: Protecting Africa's Gentle Giants Every year on 12 August, World Elephant Day celebrates one of Africa's most intelligent and beloved animals while raising awareness of the challenges they continue to face. Elephants are among the most iconic wildlife sightings on safari, admired [...]

Back to news World Lion Day - 10 August: Why Africa's King of the Jungle Needs Our Protection Every year on 10 August, World Lion Day shines a spotlight on one of Africa's most iconic animals. Lions have long symbolised strength, courage, and the untamed spirit of the African wilderness, [...]

Back to news The Most Memorable Safari Moments Aren’t Always the Big Five For many travellers, an African safari begins with a simple goal: spotting the Big Five. Lions, elephants, rhinos, leopards, and buffalo have become synonymous with the safari experience, and understandably so. However, ask seasoned safari travellers about [...]