To some, scorpions and snakes are amongst the scariest creatures in the veld and very few people like the idea of encountering them. Whilst the majority of scorpions and snakes are harmless to humans, it is important to know how to prevent stings and bites and how to treat these, especially if they may be lethal.
Continue reading Watch out for the deadly snakes and scorpions of southern Africa
Is there a more rewarding way of getting to Gonarezhou than via the Beitbridge Border Post? Having travelled via Mozambique in the past, Mariska Bartlett decided to do so again. But this time with a twist, by taking the ferry across the river at Mapai.
Continue reading Getting to Gonarezhou via the ‘ferry’ at Mapai
A combined Zimbabwe-Mozambique adventure led us from Gonarezhou to Zinave National Park. Still at the early stage of development, Zinave felt very wild. But getting there wasn’t plain sailing. By Mariska Bartlett
Continue reading Adventure to Gonarezhou and Zinave National Parks: Part 2
