In search of Uganda’s rare mountain gorillas
It seemed like a good idea when I woke up in the morning. Now, however, I’m having my doubts. After all, there is a rather large gorilla stalking up the trail behind me. I’m...
6 things to dig into in Durban, South Africa
Durban is designed for adventure, with miles of sandy beaches along its rugged coastline and mountains just a few hours’ drive away. To the south is the aptly named Sapphire Coast, with quiet stretches...
Gorilla tracking in Uganda
We’ve only been hiking the mist-shrouded mountains of Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable Forest for a short time when our guide, Niyibizi Goreth, tells us our trackers have spotted the Rushegura family. A ripple of hushed excitement...
Rituals and reptiles populate safari park in Durban, South Africa
Following the wild, rugged coastline along the Indian Ocean north of uber-chic Cape Town, with its silent discos and trendy cocktail bars, lies Durban—the country’s second-largest city. It’s also Zululand (or, officially, KwaZulu-Natal). At...
Cruising South Africa’s Wild Coast
I found myself in the middle of a bachelor party—but it’s not the kind you’re thinking of. After all, this isn’t Vegas. It’s South Africa. I was observing a ‘bachelor herd’ of male elephants...