South Africa

The best safaris in South Africa

Anthony Ham

South Africa is safari heaven. From the world-famous Kruger National Park and Sabi Sands to the lesser-known Karoo and family-friendly experiences in the Western Cape, there’s a wildlife experience to match all needs.

The best safaris in Kruger National Park

There’s a massive amount of accommodation in and around Kruger National Park. The park itself caters to all budgets, from hardcore bush campers to lodges with a luxury royal seal (and a price tag to match).

The best safaris in Sabi Sands

The Sabi Sands reserves basically kick-started the entire private conservation area movement in Africa and some of these reserves have been in operation in some form or another for approaching a hundred years. But Sabi Sands has more than just history on its side, it also has some of the world’s most reliable leopard and other Big Five sightings.

Safari in Kwazulu-Natal

Centred on the beach bum surf city of Durban, the huge, and hugely diverse, province of KwaZulu-Natal on South Africa’s east coast doesn’t have the stellar international wildlife reputation of other South Africa safari locations.

Safari in South Africa's North West Province

The North West Province is one of the more easily accessible South Africa safari locations.

The best Eastern Cape safaris

In many respects, the Eastern Cape is a microcosm of the best of South Africa.

Safari in the Western Cape

If you're going on safari in South Africa, the Western Cape might not feature too highly on your itinerary.

Meeting the cheetahs of the Karoo

Heather Richardson

As we creep slowly through the bush towards a gnarled spikethorn tree, I suddenly catch a glimpse of spotted fur: the large amber eyes of a tiny cheetah cub curiously peering through the prickly branches at us. We move as quietly as possible around the tree, dry, brittle grass crunching underfoot, and find mother Chilli reclining in the shade with her five fluffy four-month-old cubs.

What's it like to be a park ranger?

Karam Filfilan

Kruger National Park is a harsh environment in which to work. With temperatures regularly reaching 50C, deadly animals and the constant threat from armed poachers, Kruger’s park rangers face some very challenging conditions.

Saving the African rhino

Peter Knights

In 1993, both China and Taiwan banned the sale of rhino horn, leading to a dramatic decrease in rhino poaching across Africa. Between 1993 and 2008, poaching of rhinos occurred at a low level -- around 50 per year, worldwide.

Decolonising African travel—and travel writing

Mazuba Kapambwe

Travel writing in Africa has always been an overwhelmingly white affair. Early accounts from 19th century explorers like Henry Morton Stanley and fiction writers like Joseph Conrad depicted Africa as uncivilised, mysterious and barbaric, reflecting the racist attitudes that underpinned European empire building.

The best time for safari in South Africa

Anthony Ham

Blessed with incredible geographical diversity, South Africa is truly a year-round destination. Each region offers something unique and it is always a good season somewhere in this diverse country.

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