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What does it take to become a walking trails guide? Hlengiwe Magagula joined a group of trainees in Marakele National Park and discovered you need a dazzling array of skills and sturdy boots.
Continue readingA morning walk in Mapungubwe National Park lets you home in on small treasures, from miniature rock paintings to the members of the Little Five. All against an unforgettable backdrop of massive baobabs and rocky outcrops.
Continue readingThe Luvuvuhu River defines Pafuri, in the far north of Kruger. To truly experience it, join a walking trail and go barefoot on soft river sand in the green heart of the park.
Continue readingJoin a guided walk to experience the Kruger National Park on foot. At dawn animals venture out to eat and drink, perfect for sightings.
Continue readingFor the first time in 300 years, Bushmen return to Kruger so that hikers on a wilderness trail may join the continent’s best trackers. Scott Ramsay heads into the field for an unforgettable experience.
Continue readingGamkaberg Nature Reserve is home to an ultra-rare protea, endangered Cape mountain zebra and 40 rock art sites. Now a new heritage trail allows the public to view its Khoisan rock art for the first time.
Continue readingFor most of us, a trip to the Kruger National Park involves hours and hours of driving. But there’s nothing quite like exploring the park on foot.
Continue readingAfter successfully scaling some of the world’s highest peaks, this adventurous mother, mountaineer and executive decided it was time to discover a famous hike somewhat closer to home. Thanks to the Otter, Saray Khumalo has fallen in love with Africa all over again.
Continue readingWhether you ramble among fynbos or trek across mountains, be a responsible hiker for yourself, the environment and others.
Continue readingKnown for their astounding tracking skills, Bushmen are at the centre of three remarkable trails taking place in the Kruger later this year. For the first time since the park was founded, Bushmen will walk the savanna in a trail setting, sharing their deep knowledge of the wilderness with other nature lovers.
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