10 deadly deserts that'll leave you gasping for a drink
With winter’s arrival, thoughts of never-ending sunshine and warm sand beneath your feet probably sound idyllic. In reality, many of the places on Earth that fit this description are far from the tropical paradises you’re imagining. Deserts are some of the most dangerous terrains on the planet; seemingly endless landscapes with extreme weather conditions and … Continued
Destination spotlight: A greener Kalahari desert
After previously enduring a harsh, dry heat in the Kalahari, our crews were pleasantly surprised when they returned from the Soutpansberg mountains to the desert, only to find lush green landscapes, blooming yellow devil thorn flowers and an abundance of wildlife. Producers Barend van der Watt and Henk Ekermans had arrived just in time for … Continued
Destination spotlight: Kalahari desert
Covering 900,000 square kilometres in southern Africa, this semi-arid desert is home to a large number of plant and animal species, at least larger than your average desert. Here, you’ll find a number of big cats as well as hyenas, wildebeest, antelopes and quite a few predatory birds. In terms of flora, there are beautiful … Continued