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THIS WEEK
Will rhino dehorning save rhinos? Great Wildebeest Migration explained; safaris to wild Botswana; and shifting baselines in conservation

The Great Wildebeest Migration
The Great Wildebeest Migration is the quintessential African safari experience. Here’s our detailed guide on everything you need to know

Hornless hope: is rhino dehorning the most effective tool in saving the species?
Rhino dehorning slashes poaching by 78% – a bold, effective strategy that challenges how we think about wildlife crime prevention

THIS WEEK
We have a winner…. This week, we announce the winners of Photographer of the Year 2025. Plus, check out our 5 incredible African safari ideas

Photographer of the Year 2025 Winners
We have a winner! Announcing the winner, runners-up and highly commended photos from Photographer of the Year 2025!

THIS WEEK
Trophy hunting on the cards for Madikwe & Pilanesberg; understanding Okavango Delta; & a Southern African wild dog safari

Trophy hunting to return to Madikwe & Pilanesberg? Elephant, rhino & buffalo
Trophy hunting may return to Madikwe & Pilanesberg, targeting elephant & buffalo in both parks, & rhino in Madikwe – per a tender from NW Parks & Tourism Board

Understanding the Okavango Delta
The Okavango Delta is an enormous watery oasis, home to an astonishing variety of wildlife and host to some of the best Botswana safaris

THIS WEEK
This is a copy of our weekly email newsletter. Subscribe here to receive the newsletter. 2025 photo finalists + 2 photographic safaris + whales & wildflowers Has ‘luxury’ been hijacked? That word ‘luxury’ is so subjective and often alienating. It has been hijacked by purveyors of excess and opulence, and speaks of chunky watches and …

West Coast National Park
Discover South Africa’s West Coast National Park – wildflowers, whales, ancient footprints & epic birding just 90 minutes from Cape Town

Photographer of the Year 2025 Finalists – Gallery 2
The finalists for Photographer of the Year 2025 are here! Submissions are now closed. Winners will be announced in early June.

Photographer of the Year 2025 Finalists – Gallery 1
The finalists for Photographer of the Year 2025 are here! Submissions are now closed. Winners will be announced in early June.