A blog by René de Klerk showcasing not only the beautiful destinations in South(ern) Africa but also important conservation work at various destinations.
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West Coast National Park Welcomes Visitors to the 2026 Wildflower Season
The 2026 Wildflower Season is officially underway at West Coast National Park (WCNP), with SANParks welcoming visitors from 1 August to 30 September 2026. The iconic Postberg section of the park officially opened on 1 August 2026 and will remain open until 30 September 2026, offering visitors the opportunity to experience one of South Africa’s most spectacular natural floral displays.
While some flower species have emerged sooner than usual, the timing and intensity of the annual display remain dependent on weather conditions throughout the season. Visitors can therefore expect the landscape to continue transforming over the coming weeks as more species come into bloom: shorturl.at/e7qYx
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The mountain zebra is easily identified by its narrow black-and-white stripes, white belly and distinctive dewlap - a fold of skin beneath the throat that is not found on other zebra species. 🦓📹Exploring Africa 4x4 #MountainZebraNationalPark #LiveYourWild @SANParks
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Calling all sweet-toothed leopard supporters! Indulge your choc craving with an @HonestChoc Fynbos Buchu slab (or three!) – it’s for a great cause! 🍫😎
R2 of every Fynbos Buchu slab sold goes to the @CapeLeopardTrst 🐆
Big thanks to #HonestChocolate for their fantastic support!
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Have you started planning for your Easter getaway? The South Coast offers a delightful mix of adventure and relaxation.
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The Mother City boasts incredible natural beauty, thus offering the chance to enjoy different nature activities.
Here’s a look at a few of the many nature activities to enjoy in and around Cape Town.
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Nature’s disguise artist! 🦀✨
Shaggy sponge crabs craft camo with sponge and seaweed, blending in seamlessly. But getting their ‘hat’ on? That’s the real challenge! 🧩
Read the full story: bit.ly/4h1K5wF
#shaggyspongecrab #twooceansaquarium #naturewonders
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🧘♀️ Some "Monday Zen" provided by nature. 🦋
Did you know? According to the Botanical Society, South Africa is home to 800 species of butterfly, with over half found nowhere else in the world. 🇿🇦🙌🦋
Now that's something worth fluttering about! 😉
#ForNatureforYou #MondayMood
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Blooming beauties! 😍 The wonders of wildflowers at #WestCoastNationalPark 🌼🪻 A magical must see experience during flower season from Aug - Sep each year 🌸💜🌞 Show me your flower pics! #flowerpower #travelchatsa #naturelover
@SANParks @WestCoastWaySA – at Cape Town, South Africa
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DID YOU KNOW? 🐃
Before lions were introduced to #MountainZebraNationalPark in 2013, buffalo were mostly active at night and rested in thickets during the day. #HistoricMondays
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Let’s go caving in the Cango Caves with I/G ninawiesmeyr! 🕵️♀️🌟🎥
📍 Located near Oudtshoorn in the Western Cape, the Cango Caves are a 20-million-year-old natural wonder famed for their impressive stalagmites and stalactites. It's a true awe-inspiring underground world. 🏞️✨
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WEST COAST FLOWER UPDATE – Wednesday, 11 September 2024👇
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📷 7 September 2024, Strandfontein, Weskus Tania Fouché – at South Africa
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Looking to learn where these hidden treasures are located? Take a look at a few caverns and cave systems within South Africa’s crevasses
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Be adventurous in the wild Khaudum National Park in Namibia buff.ly/3SBIfIt #Khaudum #namibia #4x4 via @GondwanaLodges
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Namaqualand Flower Route
'The Namaqualand Flower Route lies roughly 5 hours north of Cape Town. The real flower show belongs to a series of drives that centre on the towns of Garies, Springbok, Kamieskroon and Port Nolloth...'
[READ] It is Tourism and Heritage Month! Spring is here, and South Africa’s beauty awaits. From Namaqualand’s vibrant blooms to diverse experiences nationwide, now is the time to explore.
📍 Read this article on what to do this spring: buff.ly/3XsGH6y
#TourismMonth #HeritageMonth #SouthAfrica
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Considering a trip to the Northern Cape? Here’s a bit of what you can get up to.
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Ever dreamed of volunteering at the Two Oceans Aquarium? Now's your chance! 🩵🐙
Our volunteers are people who love the ocean and offer up some of their free time to help us spread the love of the ocean and its inhabitants. 🌊
Learn more: aquarium.co.za/news/voluntee…
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THIS is Winter in South Africa. ❤️🌸🌼🌺
🌼 Each year around this time of year the area of Namaqualand transforms into a floral wonderland as MILLIONS AND MILLIONS of wildflowers bloom, blanketed the landscape in a kaleidoscope of colours.
📸 Photos by @tristanwoudberg
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In a recent study, South Africa was listed as the third best family-friendly country to visit in Africa.
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