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I’m sure this ethical debate will always reveal a new thorn to twist into an old wound. Clearly, this subject will gain greater prominence as more people move towards an environmentally conscious mind. One which considers every facet of nature – it’s well-being and its protection. Both sides of this debate seem equally righteous in [...]

There is a certain kind of appeal in choosing to visit this most remarkable landscape. Forged over 55 million years ago, it is one of the driest and oldest deserts in the world. The silence of this place can rather paradoxically, be quite deafening. But this is exactly what travellers to this land seek — [...]

Why is it an animal may be found orphaned. What would cause a parent to abandon a youngster, when seemingly it looks healthy. I suppose these questions have some merit, but my thinking is they are also anthropocentric, or based around a human approach to a situation. Therefore, in some situations where a youngster is [...]

The ways in which elephants are able to communicate is quite remarkable, for the elephant not only makes use of sound, but makes use of it in a variety of ways. From the audible through to the inaudible, or infrasonic side of the spectrum, it has allowed this animal to communicate over vast distances. And [...]

Among the oldest of social organisms, the humble termite has lived for about 250 million years, beginning with the dinosaurs as a cockroach-like insect of the order Isoptera. And is today one of the cockroach’s closest relatives, much like the ant is a relative to the wasp. Furthermore, the termite is known to have the [...]

Being on holiday has that effect upon our minds that allows us opporunity to relax and unwind. Forgetting all convention and routine we slip into that playful zone where we’re not always thinking with a clear head. And while our holiday is well deserved, it shouldn’t be license to forget some basic perspectives, especially when [...]

Your heart is thumping in your throat, your legs feel numb and you momentarily forget yourself. In front of you is a wild animal – there’s no cage or bars, just you and the animal.
If you have ever been on Safari where you were in a position to get up close to animal life, you [...]

You’re thinking of going to Africa on a Safari, and many places offer a Big Five experience. The term has almost become synonymous with Safari Travel, that many first time travellers actively seek out destinations promoting the Big Five.
And it’s easy to understand. Because no trip to an African safari destination would feel complete without [...]

Getting up close and personal with the African Bush: this is the bush walk and it offers excitement, uncertainty and adventure. No two walks are ever the same because nature constantly moves and changes.
And I guess this is what appeals to many people who opt for a walk whilst on Safari. That unknowing trundle through [...]

Exploring nature from the saddle brings a whole new perspective to the African Safari. Suddenly you are part of the scene, not a spectator. At least that’s how the animals will generally tend to see you.
I guess that’s what appeals to me about jumping on a horse and heading off into the wilderness. I feel [...]