German Tourist Falls Victim To Shocking Attack At Table Mountain National Park
The man and his wife were reportedly ambushed by three suspects on Thursday, with the ordeal leaving him robbed and stabbed in the face.
HELP! Red Tape Suffocating Table Mountain’s Black Box Coffee – Now On The Brink
Black Box Coffeeworks, a beloved local gem serving the Table Mountain National Park community since 2017, is now facing an unprecedented crisis. They’re asking the community for some help.
SANParks Rolls Out New Initiatives For Safe Holiday Season In National Parks
The South African National Parks (SANParks) has unveiled a range of measures set to enhance visitor experiences across its 21 national parks, all in anticipation of the 2024 festive season.
Uproar Over Lack Of Action Taken Against Driver Bumping Into Lioness In Kruger Park Traffic Snarl [Video]
The video depicts the driver nudging a lioness with their vehicle in an attempt to manoeuvre through the traffic of cars that were observing a pride of lions.
You’re Going To Need A SANParks ‘My Activity Permit’ To Walk Your Dog In Table Mountain National Park Areas
Anyone engaging in specific recreational activities within the park, such as horse-riding, dog-walking, cycling, paragliding, hang gliding, and sport climbing, will need the permit.
Table Mountain National Park Still Has Fire Hot Spots, Runner Gets Caught In Smoke [Video]
Hiking trails along Table Mountain remain closed due to the fire burning high up on the slopes.
Table Mountain On Fire As TMNP Said Surge In Cape Town Fires Caused By “Deliberate Malicious Intent” [Videos]
SANParks request that the public continue to be vigilant and report any fires or suspicious activity immediately.
Divided Opinions Over Pro-Palestinian Graffiti on Lion’s Head
Noting that ‘Graffiti in national parks is illegal’, SANParks said that some structures on Lion’s Head were painted in the colours of Palestine recently.
A Good Start! Two Alleged Knife-Wielding Robbers Arrested On Table Mountain
The promising start to making our mountain safer was thanks to a collaboration between SAPS’ newly reformed Table Mountain Safety Forum and the City of Cape Town law enforcement tourism unit.
Man Drowns At Silvermine Dam In Table Mountain National Park
The dam, which lies in the middle of the TMNP region, is a popular site amongst locals and tourists, especially in hot summer months.
Keen To Head Back Into The Mountains? Consider These Popular Areas Wrecked By The Heavy Rain
South African National Parks (SANParks) confirmed that the park’s infrastructure and natural vegetation had taken a knock, leading to dangerous conditions for hikers and trail runners.
The Reason You Saw SANParks Choppers Over Table Mountain This Past Weekend
Did you notice any green and yellow choppers cruising the skies around Table Mountain over the weekend, keeping a close eye on the mountainside?
New Plan To Fight Back Against ‘Deliberate’ Table Mountain Fires
April’s devastating fire was likely started deliberately, with SANParks announcing new measures aimed to catch those up to no good.
Newlands Cyclists Racially Abuse SANParks Ranger
The ranger in question is receiving trauma counselling, after being insulted, racially abused, and pelted with stones by a group of cyclists.
Questions Over Table Mountain Safety After Spate Of Attacks
SANParks is once again under fire, this time regarding safety in and around Table Mountain National Park.
SANParks Accused Of ‘Improper Fynbos Management’ And Ignoring Warning Signs
SANParks, which manages Table Mountain National Park, is being accused of ignoring warning signs years in the making.
SANParks On What Started This Weekend’s Table Mountain Fire
As winds pummelled Cape Town’s City Bowl on Saturday, a fire first seen above Deer Park quickly spread, leading to some residents in Oranjezicht evacuating their homes.
Keen To Hike Lion’s Head This Weekend? Here Are The Rules
Good news, hikers – Lion’s Head is once again open, provided you follow the rules.
How Authorities Plan To Fight Back Against Table Mountain Crime Surge [Interactive Map]
The murder of 44-year-old tourist Ivan Ivanov on Chapman’s Peak recently led to a massive public outcry. Thankfully, authorities seem to have listened.
“Lucky To Be Alive” – Victim Of Saturday’s Violent Mountain Attack Describes Harrowing Ordeal
Speaking about the Saturday morning knife attack on the mountains above Kalk Bay, Yvonne Cormack shared distressing details of the violence she encountered.
Pick N Pay And SANParks Have Had A Shocker With Their Latest Marketing Gimmick
Pick n Pay and SANParks have teamed up in an effort to educate children about South African wildlife, but there’s one little problem.
Kruger Park Road Rage – How Mobile Apps Are Ruining The Vibe
There’s an animal tracking app that shows tourists where the latest sightings are, but Kruger Park officials aren’t too happy about it.
Visit A National Park For Free This Week
This week is the 8th annual South African National Parks (SANParks) Week! If you hold a South African ID, you can visit any SANPark for free, and we like free! Check out your heritage this week by visiting a park near you.