Bazaruto, dugongs and peak oil September 14, 2007
Posted by Ralph Pina in : Conservation, ecotourism , add a comment
The Bazaruto archipelago, off the coast of Mozambique, is a tropical island paradise and a national park. Proclaimed in 1971 to protect, amongst other species, what is now the last viable dugong population in Africa, it is under threat from the desperate exploration for and extraction of oil and gas, as world demand for hydro-carbons starts to exceed a plateauing supply. The short-term profits to be made, at the expense of the long-term survival of our ecosystems, are enormous. (more…)
Battle of the Leopards September 14, 2007
Posted by Marcelle in : Safari , add a comment
Kruger Park is world renowned and the standard of the accommodation is excellent. All based on self-catering but at the same time comfortable and clean. The meals served by Leonard, our guide, were mouth-watering and it was so special to sit there under the stars and enjoy a real South African braai. These guys can cook. Mmmmm!
The highlight of our trip was seeing the territorial fight between two male leopards. It is impossible to relay the excitement and what it sounds like when one leopard actually rips open the other one’s skin. The growling cut through my whole being and while it is exciting it is also so sad to see these magnificent creatures all bloodied.
