How Responsible Tourism Helps Protect Tropical Ecosystems Tropical destinations draw millions of travelers every year, and it’s easy to see why. Coral reefs, rainforests, and pristine beaches offer experiences you simply can’t find anywhere else. But this popularity comes with a cost. As more people flock to these fragile environments, the pressure on local ecosystems…
How Eco-Friendly are artificial additions to your garden? Author : Lila Warren Introduction As homeowners look for ways to enhance their outdoor spaces while reducing maintenance requirements, artificial garden additions have become increasingly popular. From synthetic turf and decorative landscaping features to artificial plants and hardscaping elements, these options offer convenience, durability, and aesthetic appeal.…
By Ndaedzo Raulisa Msizi – Head Guide at Tenikwa Meet Mthokozisi Msizi Shange, or as we know him, Msiz! Msizi has been part of the Tenikwa family since August 2012 when he joined as a guide and animal keeper as a second-generation staff member. His father Alfred Shange, and respectfully known by all as “Baba…
By Ndaedzo Raulisa The Yellowwood Tree Podocarpus latifolius is the scientific name for the real Yellowwood tree. It is also known as the broad-leaved Yellowwood. In Xhosa, it is called Umcheya and in Afrikaans, the yellowwood is called Opregte Geelhout. The Outeniqua Yellowwood is Podocarpus falcatus. Yellowwoods are very tall trees, indigenous to South Africa and…
Caring for Nature boosts your mood By Sierra Powell Photo from Pexels Self-care is a big part of our mental health and overall healthy life. More than simple indulgences like manicures, facials, and pedicures, self-care includes keeping regular doctors appointments, staying physically fit, and eating a nutritious diet. Self-care also includes knowing the signs of…
Wetlands are areas flooded by water seasonally or permanently and the plants that grow in these areas can survive anaerobic soil conditions. Water is usually found on top of the soil or just beneath soil surface. Wetlands are separated from dams and lakes because of the plants that grow there, usually it is well adapted…
”Come see our wild cats and help us to help your school” , is a campaign that was launched on the 13th of July 2019 at Plettenberg Primary School with the core objective of trying to instill empathy towards wildlife in children through discounting conservation based tours. Our mantra is ,” take care of the…
Born in Africa is one of those dedicated Non Profit Organisations fighting the imbalances in the societies of the world. They are very active in socio-economically disadvantaged areas around Plettenberg Bay, South Africa. Focusing on educating children and giving them that chance to learn as much as possible about the world around them, by creating a platform that they would not have been possible in their socio-level status.
Oceans provide more than 50% of the Oxygen we breathe and stores 50 times more Carbon Dioxide than the atmosphere. It regulates the whole world’s climates, by transporting heat from the equator to the poles and vice-versa transferring the cold from the poles to the equator thereby creating a balanced regulated climatic system in the world.
It is estimated that about 13 million tons of plastics leak into the ocean each year, and about 100 000 marine animals killed by plastic each year. These estimates from trusted environmental organisations reveal how plastic pollution has grown to be the world’s biggest environmental challenge.