Meet the Shy Five and the riverine rabbit

Most people have heard of Africa’s Big Five – lion, leopard, rhino, Cape buffalo and elephant – but few know about the Shy Five: meerkat, aardvark, aardwolf, porcupine and bat-eared fox. These…
Eight road trips through the Northern Cape to try out this summer

This summer, make the festive season all about fresh air and freedom – go on a road trip through the Northern Cape. There’s at least eight different routes to traverse, spa…
Fascinating stops on your Northern Cape road trip

The Northern Cape boasts many small, interesting towns, each with its own unique attractions. In this part of South Africa there is something for every traveller, from water sports, 4×4…
Northern Cape tourism jewels do us proud at the Lilizelas

The Northern Cape is beaming with pride after three of our exceptional tourism offerings were deservedly crowned national winners in their categories at the 2019 Lilizela Tourism Awards.
When your bucket list takes you to the Northern Cape

What South Africa’s largest but least populous province lacks in urban infrastructure, it more than makes up for in natural beauty, history and culture. Here’s one avid traveller’s pic…
The Richtersveld, nature’s place of miracle and wonder

At night, cold sea air tumbles over the Richtersveld, bringing with it just enough moisture to keep plants and animals alive. There is very little rain.
Ten tips to attract millennial travellers

Millennials – or the desirable Generation Y. Every brand on the planet is trying to figure out what they want so they can tap into their adventurous spirit and capture a c…
The best spots for camping and glamping in the Northern Cape

Are you a nature lover who’s planning to visit the Northern Cape soon? Do you love sleeping in a pitched tent under clear night skies or do you prefer roughing…
Legends versus history on West Coast shipwreck tour

Did a German torpedo really end the life of the Piratiny, a Brazilian steamship that ran aground in 1943, 32km north of the Northern Cape coastal town of Hondeklip…
Exciting Northern Cape events to put a spring in your step

With only a few months left to go before the end of 2019, we have rounded up some great spring and summer events that are due to be hosted in the…