Author Alexander McCall Smith has given Shakespeare's Macbeth an African twist blending wildlife and intrigue in Botswana's first ever opera, staged in a restored garage in the capital. The "Okavango MacBeth" examines the human-like behaviour of baboons under the watchful eye of three primatologists who cannot intervene in a bloody struggle for power which has all the key facets of Shakespeare's play. An all-local cast performed with simple costumes in the 70-seat No. 1 Ladies Opera House... Read Full Story
This is a blogpost about the visit to the Kruger National Park by the Critchfield Family
The Critchfield family while on their african safari stayed in the camps of Satara and Olifants, these camps are situated in the central and northern sectors of the park. Sightings were generally good with many different sightings of Elephant, Giraffe, Buffalo, Zebra, Wildebeest as well as sightings of Hyena, Crocodiles, Baboon etc. The Critchfield family also experienced wonderful sightings on two... Read Full Story
You can survey the endless vista of the Serengeti National Park Tanzania and its teeming wildlife, a cooling drink in hand, served by the attentive staff. Wildlife Game Drives Safari Camping Walking Culture Honeymoon Photography Birding Luxury Tented Camp Day Tour. Kirawira Camp , epitome of colonially styled safari luxury stands high on the bluff of a bush-cloaked ridge, commanding panoramic views over the endlessly rolling reaches and volcanic reefs of the Serengeti National Park... Read Full Story
Deep within the shadows of the dense valley bushveld of the Sundays River region of the Eastern Cape lies the Addo Elephant National Park. Here, the evenings are punctuated by the strident howl of the black-backed jackal, and the francolin’s call heralds each new dawn. Safe from relentless persecution in the past, the grey leviathans of the bush now roam in peace.
The original Elephant section of the park was proclaimed in 1931, when only eleven elephants remained in the area - today... Read Full Story
Africa is said to be the birthplace of all life as we know it and it is rightfully so. Anyone can tell you what to see in Africa, but telling you what not to see is a real task; after all, there is so much to see. So let’s start the journey through the reserves and national parks, where you can see animals ranging from stripes to spots, tall and short, huge elephants to the smallest rodents.
Reserves and National Parks
The nature of reserves and parks differs from country to country... Read Full Story
The Okavango Delta in Botswana is one of the last, totally unspoilt wildlife areas in Africa. Often called “the most beautiful place on Earth”, the Okavango Delta is the world’s largest inland delta.
Fed by clear mountain streams, which rise in central Angola, and flow southward through the Caprivi and into Northern Botswana, the delta then fans out and forms the beautiful lush wetland oasis known as the Okavango Delta.
The delta has no outlet to the sea, and empties onto the sands of... Read Full Story
The Eastern Cape in South Africa was an area once inhabited by freely roaming elephants, concentrated in the thick forests found in the region. Sadly, these elephants no longer exist today, and it is highly unlikely, if not impossible, that you will spot an elephant in the forest. But wildlife conservation projects have brought elephants back into the Eastern Cape, with the Addo Elephant and Kariega National Parks making some noble attempts to restore a healthy elephant population.
Addo... Read Full Story
The Cape Province is one of the most beautiful areas of South Africa for walking, with rolling vineyards, craggy mountain slopes, a glistening coastline and brightly coloured flowers. Its diversity makes it ideal for long and varied walks, wandering through vineyards, dry desert plains, forests and beaches. And the bright Cape sunshine will add to the pleasure of walking through this beautiful corner of the earth.
The Cape Winelands
The winelands situated just outside the city of Cape... Read Full Story
TSAVO NATIONAL PARK, Kenya (Reuters Life!) - Elephant tusks litter dry river beds in parched southern Kenya. The country's wildlife, prized for the tourist dollars it brings, is dying due to a severe drought. Tourism is vital to east Africa's biggest economy, which boasts usually teeming national parks and snow white beaches. But just as the sector was recovering from last year's post-election violence, it is at the mercy of the environment. Elephants, buffalo and hippos are all dying. The... Read Full Story
It has never been easy to find accommodation in and around Bwindi national park in south western Uganda as it is today. Many people have embarked on the construction on Camping sites, Executive Hotels and Safari Lodges near Bwindi national park more than ever before.But first we need to know why everybody is busy flocking to this remote place in Uganda.
Bwindi is the only place in the world where the gorillas are found. This place is flooded by tourist throughout the year who wants to... Read Full Story
