Ever wondered what it must be like to live on the sun? Mid-summer, on the east coast of Taiwan will give you a pretty good idea. Here are a few things you can expect: Because of this, we tend to do fewer things like hiking in the summer. Rather, we like to get in the…
The Zulu language is one of the most unique languages in the world. It is primarily spoken by the Zulu people who are synonymous with the eastern part of South Africa in a province called KwaZulu-Natal (“kwa” meaning “home of”). However, it is a common language spoken by many other African people groups. During the…
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No one told us how hot Taiwan would be. Even though the Tropic of Cancer bisects the island and it’s sat out in the Pacific Ocean, the idea just never really occurred to us that it would get to the face-melting degrees that it does. If you’ve ever been to the beach in Durban, South…
The first power bank I ever got was this Red-E RW100 which was given to me as a gift a few years ago. And it’s one of those devices that, once I started using it, I really wondered how I got along without it. I used it all the time and for just about everything…
Camping with wildlife is one of our favourite things to do. I’m not sure if it’s just that we grew up in South Africa, but getting the opportunity to share an area with wild animals is one we jump at every time. However, there are a very different set of rules when it comes to…
In this post we’re going to go over a very basic, beginner’s guide to shooting long exposure waterfalls. This is a very simple technique and if done correctly, can have wonderful effects in your final image. You can transform static, motionless scenes into dreamy, fantastical wonderlands in a few easy steps. We’re going to take…
I wanted to improve my photography but I had no idea how. So, I decided to teach myself. When I bought my first camera (an Olympus C765), it was one of those “aha” moments. I sensed a surge of excitement and energy rush through my body as I ripped it out of its packaging and…
In this post we’re going to walk you through how to make one of our favourite pot bread recipes. Pot bread is basically any bread that has been baked in a cast iron pot – usually in a wood fired oven, or over coals, like we’re going to do today. Pot bread is also known…
The GoPro mouth mount is one of the best ways to get epic POV angles of your bodyboarding and surfing. In this post, we take a look at: In this post, we’re going to talk about how to use a GoPro mouth mount for surfing and bodyboarding POV videos. Let’s start off with a few…
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I’d never heard of roof racks when I started surfing. I was about 12 years old. I lived about a 20 minute drive from the beach, so I relied a lot on the kindness of my parents, and friends’ parents to give me lifts to the beach. The only trouble was, they were all bodyboarders,…
Are you looking for some inventive ways to keep adventurous during the COVID-19 lockdowns? Here are 16 ideas to help you make the most of this difficult time and keep up your outdoor connection while you’re stuck at home. 1. Set up a tent and camp in your garden tonight. It might not be the…
Natural wildlife experiences are things you will remember forever. South Africa, and its coastal oceans, is home to an incredible array of wildlife. The wild animals are a major draw card for tourists, and a national treasure for those lucky enough to call South Africa home. Anyone can look at bored lions in a zoo,…
Planning for overseas adventure travel can be a little unnerving. After all, there are no second chances once you head out the door and you’re pretty much at the mercy of your preparations from that point onward. Adventure travel is particularly tricky considering you may need to deal with specialised gear and arrangements that don’t…
Packing for a day hike? Don’t leave without these day hike essentials! Day hiking is an awesome way to spend time outdoors. It’s probably the outdoor activity we do the most (next to surfing) and it’s our favourite way to explore a new place. There are a few things to consider when packing for a…
We love campfire cooking! No kitchens, no electricity, and very few other modern conveniences. Somehow, everything tastes better when you’ve worked that much harder for it. And how can you beat the ambiance of al fresco dining on an African evening under the stars? In this post we’ll cover: Campfire cooking tips and tricks Campfire…
The Golden Grotto hike on the east coast of Taiwan is a fantastic half-day river tracing adventure into the heart of the Sanzhan River valley. The hike follows the course of the river, quite literally, into Taiwan’s coastal mountains and into a narrow canyon. A waterfall that empties into a small hollow at the end…
When it comes to travel filmmaking gear, light and compact is what you really want, especially if you’re doing any overseas adventure travel. We love capturing our outdoor adventures on photo and video, but used to end up lugging around an over-packed camera bag full of gear that was big, bulky and weighed a ton. All…
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My first experience with the portable shower…I was surfing recently at a beach just down the coast from where we stay. After my surf I came in, and as is always the case, my feet were covered in sand, and I was coated from head to toe in the all too familiar crust of dried…
It’s not easy getting yourself to the office on a Monday morning knowing that you are at the farthest end of your weekend countdown. Well perhaps these live streaming bush webcams can help you take your mind off the grind for a little while… 1. Chobe Lodge Live Cams The Chobe River in northern Botswana…
Every surfer has heard about the Mentawai Islands in Indonesia. How could you not? Iconic waves like Macaronis and Telescopes have featured in any number of surf videos and magazine articles ever since they were first discovered. But visiting the Mentawai Islands doesn’t exactly look like the photos anymore. Empty lineups are fast becoming a…
Cape Town has been heralded as the most beautiful city in South Africa. Surrounded by rugged mountains that plunge into an icy blue ocean, and with soft white sand beaches, its picturesque coastline is one of the many reasons for its title. Set at the top of the Cape Peninsula and with sea on three…
There are thousands of incredible hiking trails in South Africa. It truly is one of the best places in the world to explore on foot. From empty beaches to mountain trails and forest meanders, there is quite literally something for everyone. So, with all these amazing options on offer, we decided to put together a…
If there’s one thing that attracts visitors to South Africa it’s our national parks. And it’s not very hard to see why. The phenomenal network of protected areas is a fantastic way for visitors to get up close to the country’s rich natural heritage. But one thing most people don’t realise is just how many parks we’ve…
South Africa’s Wild Coast is one of those few remaining places where it’s possible to truly escape. The rhythm of life here is metered by the tide, or the crunch of a cow’s hooves over beach sand or grassy slopes. Visitors to this stretch of coastline find a simple way of life set in the unparalleled natural…
A little while ago, Jill and I were fortunate enough to do the 5-day iMfolozi Wilderness Trail with the Wilderness Leadership School. Now, while there is so much about that trip that is worth mentioning, one thing that really stuck out to us was the food. We ate like absolute kings! So we went over to…
One of the best parts about travelling around SA was all the fascinating people we met along the way, whose knowledge, enthusiasm and passion for South Africa’s wild areas was infectious! We decided to start a series where we introduce some of these amazing people and get them to share some of their stories. First up is…
Let’s talk Social Media Advertising for your travel business…Everyone is on social media these days and it’s here to stay! With more and more people turning to social media to find authentic reviews and recommendations on travel products and services, businesses need to be sure that they are ahead of this curve as it’s moving…
Writing a post on the best beaches in South Africa has been one of the more challenging pieces we’ve had to do. It’s no surprise that we are big fans of the beach, and particularly the beaches in South Africa. With over 2500 km of of largely untouched coastline, we are blessed with some of…
Superman, who can change the course of mighty rivers, bend steel in his bare hands, and who, disguised as Grant Christie, a mild-mannered explorer from Dullstroom, recently completed an epic hiking trail called “The Coast of South Africa.” An outline of the route can be found on any map of South Africa. Simply find the…
South Africa’s Wild Coast truly is a place to visit if you want to escape it all. In this coastal paradise, golden sunlight kisses grassy green hills, a rough and rugged coastline meets sheltered lagoons and between craggy cliffs, tumbling waterfalls and patches of indigenous forest offer cool and verdant shelter. On the Wild Coast,…
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