National parks, the wildlife, the people, just anything about Africa and its beauty.
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 are …
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 …
Kenya is considered a must-visit year-round destination for birding, and the many birdwatching places of Kenya across the country do not disappoint but deliver a diverse number of bird species. The country boasts having at least half the total number of bird species in Africa at about 1060 different bird …
When you came to Africa, you might have wondered: what is the Garden Route of South Africa, of which I hear so much? Well, it is basically a 300-kilometer stretch of coastal road on the southwest tip of South Africa and is regarded as the most beautiful region in the …
Mapungubwe National Park is renowned for its scenic landscape, with sandstone formations, woodlands, riverine forests, and baobab trees. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage site, with all sorts of wildlife, and archeological wonders. The area has a long and complicated history that offers a feeling of connectedness to many …