At the Tip of Africa

The vibrant wild offerings of the Western Cape

An extravaganza of flowers, singing birds and displaying whales makes early summer in the Western Cape an exhilarating destination.

Stunning proteas and orchids are alive with sunbirds and sugarbirds in the shadow of Table Mountain while, further along the coast Southern Right Whales congregate, sending massive blows into the sky and breaching to the delight of gathered onlookers on the shore. Elegant Black Harriers float low over coastal scrub while Blue Cranes dance in farm fields. On top of this, the forests, mountains, fynbos and wetlands offer other  ornithological  riches including endemics such as Cape Rockjumper, Knysna Warbler and Cape Siskin. With a wealth of images this talk captures the special wildlife and vibrant colours of this region.