There is surely something for everyone in South Africa. From hikers, to those fond of magnificent animals, to history buffs, there is something to do on a vacation to South Africa that will satisfy ...

Have you seen the Big 5? From visiting local reserves to dreaming of the bush, share your stories as we bridge the wild gap. The post Chasing the Big 5: Have you spotted South Africa’s icons yet?

African Elephant with momma in the Masai Mara, Kenya for the New Big 5 project. A year ago, I did an interview for Forbes with British wildlife photographer Graeme Green, who had just begun a new ...

“Judging by the footprint, I’d say the rhino passed this way half an hour after sunrise.” I was surprised by the certainty in the ranger’s voice until—playing Sherlock to my Watson—he patiently ...

The Big Five animals from Africa are more than just big. They’re the group of animals that you add to the imaginary checklist in your head when you go on a safari trip to Africa. You simply have to ...

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Today, the term “Big Five” refers to the beauty and power of some of Africa’s most iconic animals. However, it has a much darker history. Trophy hunters in the 19th century considered elephants, ...