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Mark Henson

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Where better to be on a #TravelTuesday searching for Africa's iconic #wildlife. This morning provided a few WOW KZN Moments..... 🐘 #elephants #safari #kwazulunatal #southafrica The Springbok Lodge in Nambiti Game Reserve

January 13, 2026 at 8:45 AM

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¿Las flechas con veneno más antiguas? ¡Tienen 60.000 años! #12deenero #felizlunes #arqueologia #prehistoria #ciencia #ScienceAdvances #Sudafrica #HomoSapiens #Paleolitico #Flechas #Veneno #Umhlatuzana #KwaZuluNatal #Historia donporque.com/flechas-con-...

¿Las flechas con veneno más antiguas? ¡Tienen 60.000 años!

Rastro químico en puntas de cuarzo de Umhlatuzana revela veneno vegetal en flechas de hace 60.000 años y cambia para siempre la caza humana. En el refugio rocoso de Umhlatuzana, en la provincia sudafr...

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January 12, 2026 at 1:19 PM

Mark Henson

@safarikznmark.bsky.social

We have a family of 3 duiker here in the garden. As I sit at my laptop they often come & take a look through an open window or door. The plan this week is for more wildlife encounters but in the wild. #safari #holiday #roadtrips #kwazulunatal #southafrica

January 12, 2026 at 5:46 AM

Mark Henson

@safarikznmark.bsky.social

I can't remember the last time I had a burger other than a home cooked one. I have to say I thoroughly enjoyed this one & if only all fast food was this good. Probably just as well that they are only this good here. #roadtrip #foodie #kwazulunatal #southafrica #holiday @spursteakranches

January 8, 2026 at 6:13 AM

Mark Henson

@safarikznmark.bsky.social

Luckily at our new home from home we have zebra crossing right outside the front door. We have many wildlife visitors to the garden. #holiday #roadtrip #kwazulunatal #southafrica #wildlifewednesday #safari

January 7, 2026 at 6:23 AM

Mark Henson

@safarikznmark.bsky.social

We will talk more about here later. But wow, a must visit site for all & now on our doorstep. Can you tell where we were?
#holiday #roadtrip #culturalheritage #kznmidlands #kwazulunatal #southafrica

January 5, 2026 at 5:24 AM

Mark Henson

@safarikznmark.bsky.social

A very Happy New Year to all & we wish everyone all the very best for 2026. We will be exploring from our new base this year & will post as we can when we get going. Does anyone recognise these falls? #safari #holiday #kwazulunatal #southafrica #roadtrip

January 3, 2026 at 7:35 AM

Mark Henson

@safarikznmark.bsky.social

For the last #wildlifewednesday of the year, I for one am hoping to meet a king in 2026. Are you ready to #safari in #kwazulunatal #southafrica All the iconic African #wildlife awaits you here...#lion

December 31, 2025 at 5:58 AM

Mark Henson

@safarikznmark.bsky.social

Dawn & dusk here can provide the most stunning colour displays. And no, I don't edit any pics. Happy #humpdaywednesday the last of 2025. Are you ready to mix & match & include the mighty #drakensberg #mountains in your next #kwazulunatal #southafrica adventure. Remember #KZNHasItAll

December 30, 2025 at 6:24 AM

Mark Henson

@safarikznmark.bsky.social

Sunset & sunrise here can be an event made more so when you add in some birds of paradise. Looking for those special places on your travels in #kwazulunatal #southafrica Then plan & book with us. There is something for everyone here #Holidays #safari #KZNHasItAll #SouthAfricaAwaits

December 29, 2025 at 5:48 AM

Mark Henson

@safarikznmark.bsky.social

Take an interest in everything & things will happen when in the bush. Are you ready to start planning with us so as you can create your very own #mondaymemories here...#kwazulunatal #southafrica #holiday #safari #birding

December 22, 2025 at 10:01 AM

Mark Henson

@safarikznmark.bsky.social

I will never tire of & will always be fascinated by #elephants They come in all sizes & youngsters will always make you smile. Sharing from our years of #travel to #kwazulunatal #southafrica & hoping to influence you to follow us both here & there. #safari #holiday #wildlife

December 21, 2025 at 9:26 AM

Mark Henson

@safarikznmark.bsky.social

Who else is thinking of following the swallows south this winter? We know #kwazulunatal #southafrica so when you plan & book with us we will get you exactly what you want from your #safari #holiday What do you want from your #travel in 2026..... #birding