TRAVEL GUIDES, FIELD GUIDES, AND PHOTOGRAPHY......
Subtitle: And Botswana, Mozambique, Namibia, Zimbabwe
Author: John Hall
Format: Softcover
Publisher: Sunbird Publishers (Pty) Ltd
ISBN: 9781919938837
Publication date: May 2008
Edition: 2nd Revised edition
Pages: 80
Illustrations: 20 photographs and 100 illustrations
This touring atlas is designed for all road users from the regular commercial traveller to the casual tourist. It covers all of Southern Africa - South Africa is broken down into a main map section covering the whole country, tourist areas, where the main touring areas are shown in larger scale and much greater detail, and city maps where all of the main city centres, and surrounding areas (where appropriate) are shown in detail. The remaining countries in Southern Africa are handled in a similar way with a full spread for each country, together with main tourist areas and city plans. There is also a comprehensive index of place names, and where appropriate an index to city plans. The touring sections show places of interest in that locale e.g. map of KwaZulu Natal shows the battlefields, the Western Cape shows the wineries, and so on. Photographs of the scenic areas are dropped in where appropriate.
Publisher: Map Studio
ISBN: 9781770261693
Edition: 3rd edition
Format: Softcover
Content - perfect for the first time visitor; colour photographs; detailed continuous map section. Street maps of: Windhoek; Swakopmund; Walvis Bay; Luderitz; Sesfontein; Opuwo; Oshakati; Rundu; Katima; Mulilo; Tsumeb; Grootfontein; Otavi; Otjiwarongo; Outjo; Omaruru; Gobabis; Okahandja; Rehoboth; Mariental; Keetmanshoop. Tourist areas; sites; place names index; contact information; small towns; reserves; national parks; route planner; shopping; hot spots; history; activities; detailed atlas section.
Our desire to view, capture and share our experiences is obvious in more than a century of travel photography. In Africa, there is probably no single entity that has produced as many varied images as Getaway. The magazine has portrayed the continent's people, fauna and landscapes in myriad indelible ways over the past 20 years. Assignments for Getaway have found our photographers riding camels across the Sahara, being manhandled by gorillas in Rwanda, micro-lighting over the Victoria Falls or snowmobiling across the wastes of Antarctica.
Beat about the Bush: Birds
The Beat about the Bush series answers all those everyday questions that are prompted by visits to the bush. It fills the gap in exisiting literature and field guides alike, complemented by more than 900 full-colour photographs. Although details are given on bird identification and all. The bird groups of southern Africa are covered in a very informative 'Did you know' section, this work can more appropriately be described as a behavioural guide. It delves into the fascinating lives of birds - discussing in detail their myriad forms, survival strategies, breeding and feeding behaviours, movements, migration,s and vocalisations. The result is a comprehensive reference work in a style that appeals to novices, birders, twitchers, tourists, bush enthusiast and field guides alike.
Back Roads of the Cape
Back roads is not a travel guide with lists of hotels and restaurants. Instead, the pages are taken up with historical narratives, personal recollections, reflections on politics, environmental debates, social observation and some practical travel information. The rest is left up to the traveller to organise. Resources for further information are listed in the back of the title. The title is also an attempt to modernise the rather old-fashioned genre of travel writing with an idiosyncratic writing style and a sense of humour. It also aims to share a flavour of the travel experience with the reader and, hopefully, show them a little of the adventure that lies in wait outside the living room.
Botswana: The Bradt Safari Guide, 3rd: Okavango Delta, Chobe, Northern KalahariA safari in northern Botswana takes the traveller to a wilderness populated almost exclusively by wildlife. Here are the predators and their prey; here, too, are the elephants, the hippos and the astonishing birdlife of the Okavango Delta. This third edition of Bradt's Botswana Safari Guide: Okavango, Kalahari, Chobe Desert provides unrivalled coverage of the region's wildlife, environment and history, as well as a thorough evaluation of when, where and how to go. Accommodation options for all budgets - from lodges to camps and hotels - are fully revised and updated. Chris McIntyre is a director of a UK travel company specialising in southern Africa. He travels regularly throughout the region, including extended trips to Botswana.
Scenic Namibia
Thomas Dreschler has spent a great deal of time photographing Namibia over the years and this is a selection of some of his most scenic shots of this wild and rugged land. They range from the Skeleton Coast and the sand dunes of the Kalahari in the South through to the marvellous wildlife of Etosha, and also feature the peoples of this arid but beautiful land. In these evocative photographs, Dreschler has captured the very essence of Namibia.
The South African bushveld: A field guide from the Waterberg
This is a photographic field guide that covers a cross-section of the most prominent animals, plants, birds, insects and tracks and signs of a particular region. It includes a detailed natural history section for a greater understanding of the people, geology, habitats and ecology of the Bushveld. The history of the people is divided into two fascinating accounts, one on the indigenous people of the area and one personal account of the early settler history as told by the author, a Waterberg resident of 90 years. This title negates the need to carry more than one guide book when travelling to any South African Bushveld region. In writing this account Lee has availed himself to the kind services of many experts who have read and verified facts in their individual areas of expertise. Some of these include: Vincent Carruthers (amphibians), Louis du Preez (amphibians), Jonathan Leeming (scorpions and spiders), Louis Liebenberg (tracking), Hendri Coetzee (birds), Paul van Gaalen (birds), Jens Reissig (reptiles), Johan Marias (reptile) and Frits van Oudtshoorn (grasses).
Kilimanjaro: A Trekking Guide to Africa's Highest MountainStedman's wonderfully down-to-earth, practical guide to the mountain, with excellent tips on preparing for the trek and a roundup of routes to the top.
Getaway guide to Mozambique: And Its Offshore Islands
Mozambique is, justifiably, becoming a hugely popular tourist destination, and whether you drive your own vehicle, backpack by bus or enjoy the luxury of flying, this guide will help you get to and around Mozambique with confidence.
Getaway guide to Namibia: On and off the road
Getaway guide to Namibia is a must-have title for anyone who wants to explore this remarkable country of contrasts, towering red dunes, rugged and wild coastlines, and diverse wildlife. Namibia has been a popular destination for locals and international tourists for many years.
Lonely Planet Mauritius, Reunion & Seychelles
This is the only guide to give detailed and practical coverage of these Indian Ocean jewels. It contains a special chapter on the world-class diving and snorkelling this region is renowned for. It features top activity coverage in and out of the water, including a dedicated 2 - colour Hiking in Reunion chapter. It includes a new full-colour feature with recommendations, tips and cultural insights from locals.
In the far northwestern corner of South Africa lies the Richtersveld, recently inscribed towards the end of 2007 as South Africa' 8th World Heritage Site. At first glance, it is a desolate and inhospitable place, with hot sandy plains and startling, jagged mountains of black rock. It is the world' only biodiversity hotspot located in an arid region, where thousands of plant species, many of which are endemic to the area. It is also the home to the last remaining groups of Nama (Khoikhoi) people who still practise their traditional semi-nomadic lifestyle, living in portable reed huts and moving with their flocks of sheep and goats. The Richtersveld travel guide contains all the information you need to explore this stunning region. It covers the geological, botanical and cultural history of the area, and it contains full details of where to stay and what to do. The guide includes the Richtersveld Community Conservancy, the Richtersveld National Park, the nearby towns of Alexander Bay and Port Nolloth, and crosses the border into Namibia, where the Richtersveld is joined with the Ai-Ais hot springs and the Fish River Canyon (second largest in the world) in a spectacular Transfrontier Conservation Area. The Richtersveld is also part of the greater Namaqualand region, which runs south from the Orange River for several hundred kilometers. This beguiling part of the world has won international renown for its annual spring-flower spectacle, when millions of flowers burst forth to mount a staggering display that attracts visitors from all over the world.
Bradt's Uganda has been thoroughly revised and updated to keep up with the country's fast pace of development. This fifth edition includes a more in-depth look at the booming tourism activities at East Africa's center of adventure, including whitewater rafting, an aerial runway, bungee jumping, quad biking, and horseriding. Features include: *Gorilla tracking--details of all available locations to see the endangered mountain gorilla including new sites at Nkuringo (Bwindi forest) and Democratic Republic of Congo *Up-to-date information on activities, reserves, camps, and restaurants *Extensive coverage of all the national parks
This title features 46 of Africa's most sought-after safari getaways - those exclusive lodges where guests are virtually guaranteed encounters with the Big Five, alongside luxurious accommodation, superb service and first-class cuisine. The selected lodges are among the best that Kenya, Tanzania, Zambia, Namibia, Botswana and South Africa have to offer. Stunning photographs depict the setting, ambience and decor of the establishments, as well as the magnificent landscape and wildlife.
Whether you need advice on removing ticks, or tips on photographing wildebeest, the sixth edition of this comprehensive guide has the latest information. Tanzania is home to Mount Kilimanjaro, the Serengeti, the Ngorongoro Crater, and lakes Victoria and Tanganyika. Some 25% of the country is protected in national parks and conservation areas. One fifth of Africa's large mammal population and more than a thousand bird species live here. Now fully updated, this guide covers practical information for both independent travel and all-inclusive safaris, recommends the best of the ground tour operators, and gives advice on interaction with the local people. 'Best guidebook' The Sunday Times (UK)
At 5895 metres (nearly 4 miles) above sea level, the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro is the highest point on earth that a walker can reach. Success is not guaranteed, because each person's response to rapid altitude gain is different. But you can improve your chances by a wise choice of route and itinerary, by thorough preparation and by taking care of yourself on the mountain. The author provides information and advice about how to choose your route; how to prepare and what to pack; how to prevent and manage altitude sickness; full descriptions of Marangu, Machame and Rongai routes; background on Tanzania, wildlife and Mount Meru; and map flap showing all ascent routes. The book has over 60 colour photographs, opens flat and is printed on waterproof paper.
Completely updated by staff in the park. Over 2 500 km of roads and tracks. Gate times and rest camp facilities. 25 detailed maps and 14 rest camp plans. Detailed descriptions of more than 60 game drives. Game-watching tips for the best wildlife sightings. Includes private concessions and lodges. How to plan your trip - everything you need to know. Where to stay - detailed rest camp descriptions with maps. What to see - animals, birds, reptiles, trees. What to do - sleepover hides, guided walking trails, 4x4 adventure trails. Tips on making your stay more rewarding. Whether you're an old Kruger salt, or a first-time visitor the Getaway guide to the Kruger National Park is a companion. Regular visitors will benefit from the detailed route descriptions and the most up-to-date information about this changing transfrontier park, which offers insights into wildlife, historical sites, geological processes and conservation. If this is your first visit to Kruger you'll gain invaluable information on where to stay, what facilities are offered, which routes to drive and, generally, how to gain more from the precious time you have available in one of world's premier wildlife reserves.
This is a collection of stories about the life of a bushveld conservationist as it is lived at the ground level by that elite band of men and woman who guard the Kruger National Park – at the cost of much sweat and, not infrequently, quite a bit of blood. Bruce Bryden's tales of 27 years in the service of our most famous park make a gripping and entertaining read, abounding with encounters with elephant, lion, buffalo, leopard and rhino, whether darting for research, managing culling operations by helicopter or stalking on foot. In the best tradition of bushveld stories, there is a great deal of shooting, and a fair amount of running away; there are meetings with extraordinary characters among the rangers; memorable gatherings; hilarious mishaps and narrow escapes; and throughout, a great love and respect for both the wilderness and the creatures that inhabit it.
