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The Big 5

KRUGER NATIONAL PARK Africa is without a doubt the destination of choice for travellers looking to experience the world’s best game-viewing. One of the most frequent questions asked is, "what are the Big Five?” The “Big Five” consists of the Elephant, Lion, Rhino, Leopard and African Buffalo. We have compiled a list of 10 facts about the “Big Five” so that you can show off your African wildlife knowledge on your next safari! African elephants communicate with each other from 5 miles away and at a frequency that humans cannot hear. African elephants are the world's largest land animals. The biggest can be up to 7.5m long, 3.3m high at the shoulder, and 6 tons in weight. African lions are the most social of all the big cats and live together in prides. A pride consists of about 15 lions. Male lions defend the pride’s territory while females do most of the hunting. Despite this, the males eat first. Rhinos are very inventive and make their own sunblock. Rhinos which will s
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SNAKES & BITES

There are 54 species of snakes found in Kruger, only nine of which are deadly poisonous. Although the black mamba is often portrayed as the most dangerous snake in Africa, 90% of bites to humans are actually by the Mozambique spitting cobra and the puff adder. First Aid for snakebite DO'S: Get everyone well away from the snake. Get medical help as soon as possible Try to obtain a clear description of the snake. However, this isn't essential, and you shouldn't waste time looking for it. The symptoms will give the doctor a good idea of the kind of snake (neurotoxic etc.), and the severity of the bite. Stay calm, and reassure the person who has been bitten. Fear and anxiety cause an increase in heart rate, and thus a more rapid spread of venom throughout the body. For neurotoxic and haemotoxic snake bites, it may help to wrap a crepe or pressure bandage firmly around the area of the bite, covering the entire limb (from fingertip to armpit; from toe to groin). Apply h
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