Vergelegen wine estate in Somerset West is home to the Nguni Café popup, which offers a unique dining experience amidst nature. This dining destination promises to take guests on a gastronomic escapade, complete with breathtaking views of the aweinspiring Hottentots Holland mountain range, and the majestic Nguni herd grazing freely on the surrounding verdant pastures.
In recent years, the connection between mental health and nature has been gaining recognition. Integrative medical practitioner Dr. Ledivia Strauss, the owner of Revitahealth in the Western Cape, highlights the significant role that green and blue spaces play in our wellbeing and the potential they hold for future development projects in South Africa.
Mark Montgomery is a 52yearold South African safari guide with years of experience leading challenging hikes through the Kruger National Park. However, his latest trek proved to be his most harrowing yet when a 12foot Nile crocodile attacked him as he was collecting water for his group’s kettle. Despite the danger and shock of the situation, Montgomery’s experience and training allowed him to fight back and survive.
In Cape Town’s downtown area, a pioneering architectural feat, The Fynbos, is being built as Africa’s first biophilic building. The Fynbos aims to merge urban living with nature by integrating natural elements into its design. ### The Building’s Features
South Africa’s Western Cape is a popular destination known for its breathtaking landscapes and remarkable outdoor experiences. Recently, two of its hiking trails were recognized internationally, making the region even more enticing for adventure enthusiasts. The renowned travel adventure company, Explore!, has included the Robberg Peninsula hiking trail in Plettenberg Bay and the Cecilia Waterfall via Cecilia Forest in Cape Town in its list of the 35 best hikes across the globe.
Embark on an extraordinary adventure with Veld & Sea’s foraging workshops. These workshops offer a transformative experience that connects participants with nature, community, and their inner wildling spirit. Embark on an extraordinary adventure with Veld & Sea’s foraging workshops. These workshops offer a transformative experience that connects participants with nature, community, and their inner wildling spirit.
Gonana Guesthouse, owned by Swedish interior designer and entrepreneur Jonas Sandström, is a sustainable and luxurious beach getaway that offers a unique experience for ecoconscious travelers. Located on the periphery of a picturesque West Coast beach in Paternoster, South Africa, the Gonana Collection is the first sustainable living and ecofriendly guesthouse in the area, proudly celebrating 1,000 days of business with a fantastic special.
Access to nature is not a luxury but a necessity for physical, psychological, and spiritual wellbeing. Numerous studies in many countries have documented the benefits of being in nature. However, more research needs to be done in developing countries on the importance of nature experience. In these countries, nature is often considered a luxury once basic needs are met. Instead, the focus is on economic development, housing and sanitation, and access to green space. As urbanization accelerates in developing countries, nature experience is becoming increasingly rare, and access to nature and green spaces is highly skewed along socioeconomic lines.
