Great white shark conservation was pioneered in South Africa, the 1st country to declare this toothy predator a protected species. Perceptions have altered over the past 2 decades. Most adventure tourists don’t consider their trip complete until they have seen a shark, usually at Gansbaai in the Western Cape. more

Ant's Nest is where you get up close and personal with the wild things of Limpopo's Waterberg Wilderness. Stay in a luxurious farmhouse and head out on safari at dawn and dusk. Ant's Nest is famous for its wild and wonderful horseback safaris and great game viewing. more

A veterinary game capture adventure takes you behind the scenes of wildlife conservation for a hoof-and-dust escapade that will have your heart beating as fast as the animal you’ve recently helped capture. Once the animal is immobilised, the real work behind the adventure begins. more

Game viewing while sitting on a horse just feels a lot more adventurous that watching them from a vehicle, there is a more authentic feel to the experience and you will get to see a lot more than those bumping about in their 4X4s. more

Ocean Blue Adventures in Plettenberg Bay will introduce you to a world of humpback and southern right whales, joyous dolphins by the dozen, and Cape fur seals by the thousand. It is accredited by Fair Trade in Tourism South Africa, and extends its focus to the Qolweni community, too. more

When you choose to embark on one of many Eastern Cape safaris, you’ll be amazed at the diversity of wildlife. From white lions to black rhinos, from cheetahs to Cape Mountain zebras, from elephants to eland, the Eastern Cape has them all. more

The Taita falcon is not the most elegant bird you’ll ever see. It definitely won’t be the easiest sighting either. These small turbo-charged raptors don’t fly slow enough to be easily watched, and their numbers are vanishingly small. But there is a place you might spot them – with help. more

Tembe Elephant Park is a critical link in a planned transfrontier park on KwaZulu-Natal’s northernmost border with Mozambique and Swaziland. This area is home to some of the largest jumbos in southern Africa and for a very long time they were among the most feared. Now they welcome visitors. more

The Table Mountain National Park Marine Protected Area (MPA) is possibly the most dramatic seascape in the country. The marine park curves around the long, thin Cape Peninsula. The 2 great oceans – Indian and Atlantic – mingle their waters all along this coast, adding to the spectacular diversity of this region. more

Big 5 safaris in South Africa are a must-do for anyone fascinated by wildlife. Big 5 refers to buffalo, elephant, lion, leopard and rhino and the term comes from the animals considered most dangerous to hunt. Now the thrill comes from photographing them in their natural habitat. more

The Kruger National Park is not just about big game. In the north is the Pafuri region, a wilderness area of great natural beauty where you can discover ancient forests, brilliant birding and traces of early humankind. more

An evening turtle-tracking safari along Maputaland’s beaches, searching for marine Leatherback and Loggerhead turtles laying their eggs, or hatchlings emerging from the nest, isn’t your typical safari game viewing experience. Should you be lucky enough to find a turtle, observing their powerful survival instinct will leave you awed. more

Songimvelo Game Reserve, tucked away in a little-known corner of the Mpumalanga province, lies within the folds of the ancient Barberton Mountains. A pristine game park just waiting to be explored, it is known for its stunning landscapes, rich biodiversity and horseback safaris. more

Birding in the Pilanesberg Game Reserve is richly rewarding. The extraordinary variety of habitats, ranging from grassland, woodland, mountains and ravines to bushveld and a huge dam, is home to over 300 species. Situated in the crater of an extinct volcano, the Pilanesberg Game Reserve is the 4th largest in Southern Africa. more