National parks, the wildlife, the people, just anything about Africa and its beauty.
Hey there, adventure seekers and beach bums! If you haven’t heard of it yet, allow me to introduce you to the hidden gem that is Sodwana Bay National Park. Nestled on the northeastern coast of South Africa, this coastal wonderland boasts breathtaking natural beauty and an array of marine life …
The protected areas of the Cape Floral Region are one of those outstandingly beautiful locations, that some of its scenery seems out of this world. This gem of a location is one of only 6 floral kingdoms found around the globe. I know numbers can be boring, but they simply …
As the name suggests, the Richtersveld Transfrontier National Park straddles the border between Namibia and South Africa. At first glance, this gem of a place looks quite desolate, harsh, incredibly hot, and dry. There is some truth in that since some parts of the Richtersveld area receive less than 50 …
If you would like to view humankind’s history written in bones, then this is the place to be. I know it doesn’t sound that appealing but a visit to the Cradle of Humankind in South Africa is worth its weight in fossils. The continent of Africa is now known to …
South Africa is a treasure trove of so many things, from impressive, and breathtakingly beautiful wildlife that is well maintained, a vibrant and eclectic cultural scene, and some of the greatest spots on earth that have a well-preserved account of the history of the planet. One of these extremely important …
The Barberton Makhonjwa Mountains in South Africa are the newest and 10th heritage site in South Africa. Ask any typical tourist going to South Africa and they probably don’t know about these mountains, but ask geologists and you’ll find a different answer. The Barberton Makhonjwa Mountains in South Africa is …
The Ukhahlamba Drakensberg national park in South Africa is the only mixed heritage site in South Africa and is highly diverse with several different habitats being home to endemic and threatened species of plants and birds. The park constitutes the largest protected montane wilderness in Africa spanning about 200 km …
South Africa is a perfect representation of what Africa as a continent has to offer, but all in one convenient location. Breathtaking World Heritage Sites in South Africa are overwhelming and expanded and the country boasts not only diverse geographic features: mountain peaks, deserts, ocean wetlands, pristine beaches, rivers, bushveld, …
Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary in Senegal is an oasis and an important haven for Palearctic birds. To put into context just how important the sanctuary is, when birds migrate from Europe, the Sahara desert usually poses the biggest obstacle. Birds usually opt to bypass this obstacle by either going through …
World Heritage Sites are by definition, natural or cultural areas that have been designated by the United Nations Educational, Scientific, And Cultural Organization (UNESCO) as areas of significant universal value and that are important to generations, countries, and humanity itself. There are several commonly known UNESCO world heritage sites in …