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Mammoth task is made easier
The chopper quiets down as it lands amid grass and dust is blown up from the rotors. A team of…
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Escape to peace and serenity
Mirages of orange paint the water of the Springfield salt pan, with dark cloud patches adding dramatic effect to the…
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Skukuza Airport is spreading its wings
Ever find yourself daydreaming about life in the Kruger National Park (KNP), watching elephant, listening to the call of a…
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Intensive protection zone is set to become a safe haven for rhino
While it is recognised that the ultimate solution to the rhino poaching scourge in the Kruger National Park (KNP) should…
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The numbers game gains momentum
This August cabinet announced the tiers of its integrated strategic interventions planned for the management of our country’s rhino. It’s…
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Lethal combat not even enough to rid iconic park of resilient intruder from India
One particular bird has emerged as a scourge the world over, taking over habitats as they go and wreaking havoc…
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Major upgrades for park’s 16th birthday
Receiving a R50-million present for your sweet 16th birthday is something that doesn't happen every day. SANParks has announced that…
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Plotting the deep secrets of our forests
Forest trees grow slowly and can live for hundreds of years. In the forests of the Garden Route National Park,…
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Rebranding of trail aims to attract more avid hikers to South African golden oldie
Exactly 50 years ago, in 1964, Tsitsikamma National Park was declared following the first World Conference on National Parks in…
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Birds of a feather do not flock together
Sunbirds and sugar birds play an integral role in pollinating fynbos. Despite their obvious similarities, recent research conducted in Nature’s…
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Spectacular scenery awaits once you get behind the wheel and head for these roads
Whether you prefer scenic ocean drives or those with towering cliffs, our national parks have something for everybody. Spare a…
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Bats not to be feared, but handled with care
A swooping bat can send brave souls running for the hills as these winged creatures remind many of Count Dracula.…
