Lake Victoria, bordered by Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda, is the largest freshwater lake in Africa and the second largest in the world. Occupying a shallow depression at an altitude of 1,135m, it covers 69,490 sq km and is the source of the White Nile.
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A beginner's guide to whale watching in Walker Bay
Despite being up to 10 times the size of a fully grown elephant, it can still require some skill to spot Hermanus’ southern right whales. With this in mind, here are some top tips to help you to prepare and make the most of your whale-watching experience in South Africa’s Western Cape.
From the sprawling deserts of the Kalahari and Sahara to the wetlands of the Okavango Delta and Madagascan rainforests Africa has a variety of different habitats that are ideal for wildlife and bird enthusiasts.