The Lion Coalition sent a letter to President Ramaphosa in support of SATSA guidelines and tool in response to an open letter by “Captive Wildlife” group.
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Hendrik’s velletjie makes him complete
My love for the Kgalagadi Desert runs deep, but for the ǂKhomani San it’s an integral part of their identity. At !Xaus Lodge the ǂKhomani San manage to keep the spirit of their ancient culture alive by combining modern living with a more traditional existence.
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Meeting a Mopedi Nyaka – Traditional Healer
Mokgadi Rasekgokga is a traditional healer with three spirit guides, one female and two male ancestors. We come from opposite ends of the spectrum, but she listens intently and patiently answers the endless questions this inherent scientist throws at her.
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Ribola Art Route – Limpopo
The Ribola Art Route is a vibrant tourism route offering authentic and creative experiences to its visitors, keeping the African tradition of storytelling alive, and empowering both budding and established artists and entrepreneurs.
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Conquering my fear of ladders
The Sentinel Peak Chain Ladder hike in the Drakensberg is a popular walk. The sheer size of this mountainscape creates an air of insignificance, but defeating my fear of ladders made me feel pretty invincible.
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From stony silence to anger – the response to online critical voices
My 2018 new year’s resolution is to not give in to bullying tactics and continue the collective fight for captive wildlife rights and welfare issues. #HandsOffOurWildlife
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To pet or not to pet
I am often asked what is the harm in petting a lion cub or walking with a lion, as this doesn’t seem to harm the animal. Please read on if you want to understand why we say these cute cubs are bred for the bullet.
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Tented Eco Camp – Gondwana Game Reserve
Tented Eco Camp is Gondwana Game Reserve’s new, green kid on the block. The camp offers more down-to-earth accommodation and hands-on and educational activities benefiting conservation.
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Oukraal Hideaway Perfection, Gamkaberg
Nothing had prepared me for the experience we had driving the Gamkaberg grade 3 Zebra Crossing 4×4 route. Oukraal is the ultimate hideaway surrounded by nature in its purest form.
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Off-Grid at Rocherpan Nature Reserve, Velddrift
Rocherpan Nature Reserve had not been on my radar, but after spending just a few days in this small, but unique CapeNature reserve near Velddrift, I’d fallen head over heels.
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Chole Mjini Eco-Lodge
Drinking a cool beer in the Red Herring Bar, I ponder my stay at Chole Mjini, while traditional dhows with their lopsided sails gracefully pass by.
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#HandsOffOurWildlife and Conservation
South Africa breeds lions and tigers for traditional medicine
We can’t turn a blind eye to the damage South Africa’s legal lion bone trade inflicts on the conservation efforts of the last remaining tigers in the wild.
Responsible Tourism
An Open Letter to Rhino & Lion Nature Reserve
The Lion Coalition has sent a letter of support to the Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve applauding them for their bold move to stop offering cub petting. The Coalition has also offered their expertise and support to further their improvements.
The Lion King ‘Simba’ Syndrome
I beg every single one of you to think VERY carefully before you pet a lion cub, or any other wild animal for that matter, as you will be part of the problem. Go and enjoy the Lion King, I certainly will, but don’t support the captive breeding and suffering of these magnificent creatures.
Hendrik’s velletjie makes him complete
My love for the Kgalagadi Desert runs deep, but for the ǂKhomani San it’s an integral part of their identity. At !Xaus Lodge the ǂKhomani San manage to keep the spirit of their ancient culture alive by combining modern living with a more traditional existence.
Ribola Art Route – Limpopo
The Ribola Art Route is a vibrant tourism route offering authentic and creative experiences to its visitors, keeping the African tradition of storytelling alive, and empowering both budding and established artists and entrepreneurs.
Slow Travel
5 Fabulous attractions in De Hoop besides whales
De Hoop is a CapeNature reserve in the Overberg well-known for its excellent land-based whale watching. Guess what? It offers a range of exciting attractions to keep the whole family entertained throughout the year.