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Kruger National Park's road network
Kruger National Park's road networkremains one of the strongest reasons the reserve continues to be Africa's most celebrated self-drive safari destination. Stretching over 2,000 kilometres of designated tourist roads, the network links the main rest camps through tarred routes while offering coun… read more
Etosha in September 2026: Why Namibia's Iconic Park Delivers Peak Safari Rewards
For Africa's travel trade, September stands out as one of the most rewarding months to send clients to Namibia's celebrated Etosha National Park. As the long dry season builds towards its final chapter, the combination of sparse vegetation, thirsty wildlife and photogenic landscapes creates the kind of safari experienc… read more
Addo Elephant Park Closes Zuurberg Hiking Trails After Heavy Rains Hit the Region
Travellers preparing to explore one of South Africa's most beloved conservation destinations will need to adjust their plans, as South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced the temporary closure of the hiking trails in the Zuurberg section of Addo Elephant National Park. Heavy rainfall in t… read more
South Africa's West Coast Bursts into Bloom as 2026 Wildflower Season Opens New Doors
One of South Africa's most spectacular natural spectacles is officially back. The 2026 wildflower season at West Coast National Park is now underway, offering African travel professionals a fresh opportunity to package one of the country's most iconic seasonal experiences. The park's famous Postberg section o… read more
Karoo National Park Stays Open as SANParks Game Capture Operations Begin in August
Visitors and tour operators planning trips to South Africa's iconic Karoo National Park between 11 and around 25 August 2026 should take note of an important operational update. South African National Parks (SANParks) has confirmed that its Game Capture team will be conducting wildlife capture activities within the p… read more
Emirates and SAA Expand Codeshare, Unlocking Easier Access to Southern Africa's Top Destinations
International visitors heading to Southern Africa are set to enjoy a much wider choice of seamless travel options, following the expansion of the long-standing partnership between Emirates and South African Airways (SAA). The enhanced codeshare arrangement, which has now received regulatory approval, will make it signi… read more
Kruger National Park in September: The Golden Window for Unbeatable Safari Sightings
Few safari destinations rival the sheer wildlife spectacle offered by Kruger National Park during September. As South Africa's Lowveld transitions from the crisp end of winter into the promise of spring, the park enters what many seasoned guides consider its finest window of the year. For sub-Saharan Africa's travel tr… read more
Table Mountain Fire Update: Trail Closures and Aerial Firefighting Ongoing Above Cape Town
Visitors heading to Cape Town in the coming days should be aware that firefighting operations are still underway on the iconic slopes of Table Mountain National Park. A vegetation fire that broke out above Kloof Nek Corner and Tafelberg Road on 2 August 2026 continues to demand a coordinated response… read more
Water Supply Hit at Addo's Matyholweni Rest Camp as SANParks Steps In with Tanker Deliveries
Visitors preparing for a stay at one of South Africa's most beloved wildlife destinations should take note of a temporary operational hiccup. Matyholweni Rest Camp, located within Addo Elephant National Park, is currently experiencing a water supply disruption that is also affecting the neighbouring … read more
Hartbeespoort crowned Kwêla's Dorp van die Jaar 2026
.....and the win places this lakeside gem firmly on the radar of the African travel trade. Located a mere 45 minutes from both Johannesburg and Pretoria, the town affectionately known as Harties has long been a favourite weekend retreat for Gauteng residents. Now, with national recognition secured, it is poised to attr… read more
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