We approached the Zimbabwe border with a mixture of excitement and trepidation. Excitement because it was an opportunity to explore a new country for a few weeks, and nerves because we had read of so many people having negative experiences on the road. Before crossing the border we checked and double checked Zimbabwe’s road rules, […]
Nestled in the Maluti Mountains in South Africa’s Free State, the Golden Gate Highlands National Park is well worth a visit. Whilst the park does not boast the big five, it is home to blesbok, eland, zebra, jackal and baboon. However, the main draw of Golden Gate is the spectacular scenery, with its ‘golden’ sandstone […]
A small country filled with big hearts and even bigger smiles, Swaziland, is well worth a visit in its own right and not just as a pit stop en-route to Kruger or Maputo. Sandwiched between South Africa and Mozambique, Swaziland is one of the smallest countries south of the equator, but what it lacks in […]
Eastern Cape’s Camdeboo National Park, is a short and hassle-free drive from Mountain Zebra National Park, so it is easy to combine these two areas, over a few days. The Karoo landscape is stunning, and while you won’t see much game in Camdeboo, I would definitely recommend spending a couple of days exploring and relaxing. […]
When I travel, I like to bring back souvenirs to remind me of my time away, and to contribute to the local economy. Over the last few years, I started to become more and more selective of the items that I buy and the questions that I ask. Here’s what I look for: Locally produced […]
Having spent the last year training to Scuba dive with BSAC in the chilly waters of the UK coast (and the odd quarry or two), I am looking forward to dipping my fins into warmer waters, and exploring Southern Africa from a new angle, during my next visit. I’ve been researching some of the best […]
Here is a list is of books to either get you inspired before you set off on your trip or to read mid-journey with a sun-downer! Cry of Kalahari – Mark and Delia Owens An account of Mark and Delia Owens who sold everything they owned and left for the Kalahari in 1974. They spent […]
I often find that when people head off on safari they are very fixated on just spotting the ‘Big Five’ (Elephant, Rhino, Lion, Leopard and Buffalo). Whilst there is no denying that these five species are joy to witness in the wild, don’t forget to keep a look out – and get excited – for […]
Everyone knows that Southern Africa is blessed with amazing wildlife and scenery, and whilst the names of Kruger, Chobe and Etosha are likely to spring to mind as some of the best spots to head for safari, what about a few of the lesser known parks? These areas can offer the same wildlife viewing opportunities […]
Jessica has an interest for sustainable tourism, and is particularly passionate about Southern Africa and all it has to offer. She is currently overlanding across 10 countries in the bottom half of the continent, and creating these resources en-route, to help others plan their own African adventures.
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