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As of 30 October 2026, Brighton Beach is the only monitored beach in Durban closed for swimming, following an E. coli reading of 708, which is above the municipality’s poor-water-quality threshold of 500. All other monitored beaches—22 in total—are open for swimming, including Reunion Beach, which has reopened a… read more
Travel sellers planning itineraries between Gqeberha (formerly Port Elizabeth) and Addo Elephant National Park should advise clients to avoid the R335 route via Motherwell. This guidance is essential for ensuring client safety and smooth transfers, especially for self-drive and private transfer bookings. Agencie… read more
Travel sellers with clients planning trips to Botswana should note that wildfires are currently affecting several areas of the Central Kalahari Game Reserve (CKGR). According to the Ministry of Environment and Tourism, fires have been reported around Matswere Entrance Gate, Leopard Pan, Deception, Gugamme/Kikao and Gope… read more
Durban’s coastline continues to offer a wide selection of swimming beaches for visitors and locals, with the latest eThekwini Municipality update confirming that 22 out of 23 monitored beaches remain open for swimming as of 22 October 2026. Only Reunion Beach, located south of the city, is currently closed to swimmers after rece… read more
The recent wildfires in Namibia’s Etosha National Park have drawn the attention of Africa’s travel sector, with the Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism confirming that approximately 3,746.18 km²—16.3% of the park—was affected between September and October 2026. While the immediate threat has now been c… read more
Travel professionals across Africa should take note of a significant operational update affecting one of the continent’s most popular safari destinations. From 02 November to 04 December 2026, the Main Gate at Skukuza Rest Camp in Kruger National Park will be closed to all vehicle traffic. This closure is necessary to facilitate… read more
One of South Africa's most accessible malaria-free safari destinations is undergoing a significant transformation, and consultants selling Eastern Cape itineraries should take note of what is changing and when. South African National Parks has committed R136,5 million to upgrading accommodation, visitor facilities and basic infrastructur… read more
Travel professionals selling South Africa's coastline now have fresh data to work with. A new analysis of Google review scores across 119 public beaches has placed Dias Beach at Cape Point at the very top of the national list, with an average score of 4.87 out of five drawn from 333 reviews. The study, conducted by SEO Backlinks… read more
Agents with clients heading into the Kalahari over the coming days should pass on a practical operational note. South African National Parks will temporarily close the retail shops at Mata Mata, Nossob and Twee Rivieren during late October 2026 to carry out annual stocktaking. The closures are staggered, affecting only one camp … read more
Agencies selling Southern African safari itineraries have a new cost line to factor into quotations. South African National Parks will apply increased daily conservation fees across most of its reserves from 1 November 2026, with the revised schedule running through to 31 October 2027. The adjustment touches flagship destination… read more
Durban: 22 beaches open for swimming, Brighton Beach remains closed after poor water quality result
Safety and construction warnings: Avoid the R335 via Motherwell when driving to Addo Elephant Nation
Wildfires prompt safety warning for parts of Botswana’s Central Kalahari Game Reserve
Durban’s Beaches Remain Open for Swimming—Except Reunion—Amid Latest Water Quality Update
Etosha National Park Wildfires: 16% of Namibia’s Iconic Reserve Burned, All Major Threats Now Suppre
Temporary Access Changes at Skukuza Rest Camp: Main Gate Closure and New Entry Route for November–De
Cape Point's hidden cove crowned South Africa's top beach as Garden Route shines
Kgalagadi Camp Shops Shut for Stocktake in October: Mata Mata, Nossob and Twee Rivieren Affected
SANParks Lifts Overseas Entry Fees Up to 15% From 1 November, SADC Travellers Pay Middle Rate
