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Camera Equipment Suggestions

What camera equipment to choose for your African safari.

 
Best Safari Binoculars

How to choose the best safari binoculars on the market.

 
Safari and Dust

How to keep your camera equipment clean while on a safari.

 
Water for Elephants – and Businesses, and the Environment

Water for Elephants – and Businesses, and the Environment

Wild animals in care need water, of course, as do people and buildings. Put all this together and any conservation operation is looking at using a large quantity of water – that’s just reality. Water, however, is also a hot environmental issue, and the ecologically-minded are always looking for ways ...

 

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Author: Helen Alexandra

October 27, 2011

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Victoria Falls - the Capital of Excitement

Victoria Falls – the Capital of Excitement

There have been few times in my life when sheer excitement has rendered me speechless. And even fewer when that excitement has caused my mouth to hang open in a zombie-like gawp. Indeed, there has only been one instance, thus far, when both things happened simultaneously in one stomach-churning moment ...

 

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Author: Sharon van Wyk

October 26, 2011

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Rhino Awareness Day Fun

Rhino Awareness Day Fun

September 22 was World Rhino Awareness Day, a sadly necessary event that aims to bring attention to the suffering of rhinos as individuals and a species as a result of illegal hunting. Conservation groups in South Africa are working to inform government leaders about this ongoing problem and the need ...

 

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Author: Helen Alexandra

October 17, 2011

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How the Journey to Help Africa’s Wildlife Began

How the Journey to Help Africa’s Wildlife Began

Do you love the Big Cats, or is it the primates, maybe rhinos, or simply all wildlife in Africa? Everyone who is passionate about wildlife has a story to tell. Some seem to arrive on this planet with an innate sensitivity to wild animals, birds and their environment, others gain ...

 

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Author: Wildlife Margrit

October 14, 2011

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One of the World's Most Exciting and Beautiful Cities

One of the World’s Most Exciting and Beautiful Cities

Cape Town is one of the world’s most exciting and beautiful cities. It is a cosmopolitan city that manages to preserve its history and culture while celebrating the new and dynamic aspects of the area. If you are planning a South Africa safari then you should definitely consider allowing for ...

 

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Author: Rebecca Sparrow

October 12, 2011

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"Hit by an Antelope While Mountain Biking"

“Hit by an Antelope While Mountain Biking”

Let’s set the scene right, shall we?! It’s another warm sunny day in the African savannah, and Evan van der Spuy, South African Mountain Bike Racer from Team Jeep, is taking part in the Time Freight MTB Express Mountain race just outside Pietermaritzburg. Behind him is fellow partner Travis Walker, ...

 

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Author: Michael Theys

October 11, 2011

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Robertson - a Place of Wine, Mountains and Endless Vistas

Robertson – a Place of Wine, Mountains and Endless Vistas

Mention the words “wine route” and “the Cape” and immediately the towns of Stellenbosch, Franschoek and Paarl come to mind, together with the big vineyards such as Boschendal, Nederburg and Neethlingshof. Which is all well and good if mainstream tourist attractions are what appeal to you. But if you love ...

 

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Author: Sharon van Wyk

October 10, 2011

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How to Survive in the African Savannah

How to Survive in the African Savannah

Many people visit the African continent: while some enjoy holidays to Egypt others look to explore the wide-open plains of the Savannah. Holidays to the region can include fun filled safaris and wildlife spotting activities, but on no account should you explore the region on your own without a guide. ...

 

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Author: Guest Posts

October 5, 2011

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When a Safari is More Than a Journey...

When a Safari is More Than a Journey…

I’ve just returned from a two week break in the Zambian bush. I spent the entire time helping out in a friend’s lodge on the banks of the Zambezi, greeting guests, hosting meals, running housekeeping and generally “playing” safari camp (which is actually one of my favorite pastimes!) Yes, I ...

 

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Author: Sharon van Wyk

October 4, 2011

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Community Challenges

Community Challenges

Hello everyone! I have a little more to share from Graham at Shamwari. All the latest news from him and his students at the reserve, and it seems they’ve been busier than ever getting out into the community and doing what they can. Visiting one of the local preschools, the ...

 

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Author: Helen Alexandra

September 30, 2011

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