Features - Editor - 06 July 2006
Most horse riders and lovers across the globe love the idea of riding amongst South Africa’s big five.
Even for those who do not consider themselves to be terribly strong riders, many
horse safaris in South Africa provide one of the ultimate game-viewing experiences
to be had in the country. Few other game-viewing options provide a way of getting off the road and into
the bush where you can quietly snap photographs of game only meters away. There are many
South African horse safaris available across the country. If you can ride or
enjoy the company of these exquisite animals, we suggest you get in contact with your travel
agent to make arrangements.
Features - Editor - 26 June 2006
Moving slowly through the bush, you hear a rumbling beneath you, it is not the sound of an engine, rather it
is an inner chord struck by a living creature, an elephant. What better way to explore Africa's wildlife than
in contact with these large intelligent beasts who provide the ideal vantage point. An
Elephant back safari in South Africa is a never to be forgotten experience that will
truly touch your soul. South Africa's elephant safaris are the perfect means to view
wildlife up-close along with these gentle giant companions. Elephant back safaris in South Africa
are available in a variety of locations and are worth the expense.
Features - Editor - 18 June 2006
When the Dutch first arrived on the shores of South Africa, they found a particularly different
indigenous group of people living in small clusters around the country. These people were mostly
peace-loving, short, hardy and had an incredible knowledge of nature. Instead of farming with cattle
these people chose a nomadic hunter-gatherer lifestyle – living off the land and forming an affinity
with nature instead of dominating it or complicating their lives with animal husbandry. The Dutch called
them ‘Bushmen’ because of their amazing ability to live solely on the various foods provided by the sometimes
harsh African Bush. However today they are commonly known as the San people. While most of them were forced into
the African interior during the 19th century, they have left behind and incredible legacy of
South African rock art. This South African Rock Art has drawn art lovers,
history lovers and just tourists in general to some of the most remote parts of the country for a closer look.
Features - Editor - 10 June 2006
Some call it an amazing test of the human body, others consider it an expression of camaraderie, still
others call it insanity. No matter what their view, South Africa's Comrades Marathon
attracts thousands of runners, spectators and television viewers annually. A world renowned ultra-marathon,
the Comrades Marathoncovers some 90 km between Pietermartizburg and Durban in Kwazulu-Natal.
The South African Comrades Marathon route will challenge will power as well as every muscle and
sinew in the body, but crossing the finish line is the most rewarding experience for a runner.
