Author: Rare Earth

  • FLY DIRECTLY TO THE OUTPOST

    FLY DIRECTLY TO THE OUTPOST

    Fly directly to The Outpost Lodge and Pel’s Post with Echo Skies and make  your transition from city to safari an easy one. Simply choose your departure location and travel in style to the Pafuri Concession, Kruger National Park, where your safari adventure with us will begin.

  • Kay and Monty Weddings: Jade and Greg

    Kay and Monty Weddings: Jade and Greg

    From live music, delicious food and informal seating to a fun-filled, eclectic ceremony that broke all the rules – Jade and Greg’s festival-inspired wedding at Kay and Monty was one for the books. Find out more about their unique wedding style, the highlights of their special day and a few handy wedding planning tips below.

  • Instagram snaps we love from The Outpost

    Instagram snaps we love from The Outpost

    It’s our vision, here at Rare Earth, to bring you truly unique experiences in some of the world’s most spectacular places. Our guests often capture the magic of each place best and so we love seeing the world through their eyes, via their beautiful photos taken and shared on Instagram. Here we have focused on…

  • The Cape Fur Seals of Robberg

    The Cape Fur Seals of Robberg

    On the outskirts of Plettenberg Bay, you’ll find the Robberg Peninsula – one of the most popular and scenic hiking destinations along the Garden Route. It offers exquisite views, prime whale and dolphin watching opportunities, wide stretches of beautiful beach and the chance to encounter a few Cape Fur Seals.

  • 5 must-have experiences in Welgevonden

    5 must-have experiences in Welgevonden

    You’ll find two of our bush properties, Ekuthuleni Lodge and Tshwene Lodge, situated in the heart of the Welgevonden Private Game Reserve – just a three hour drive from Johannesburg, making them wonderful destinations for a long weekend. With two game drives a day, the chance to see the Big 5 and some of the most beautiful…

  • Our Kay and Monty Summer Menu

    Our Kay and Monty Summer Menu

    We are delighted to launch our brand new summer menu here at Kay and Monty Vineyards. Inspired by South Africa’s heritage and showcasing the best in locally-sourced produce and ingredients, we hope you will love it as much as we do. Read on to find out more about our food, our wine and this beautiful…

  • 10 THINGS TO SEE & DO IN CAPE TOWN

    10 THINGS TO SEE & DO IN CAPE TOWN

    Whether you live oceans away and have dreamed of visiting Cape Town for years, or you’re just a stone’s throw from our door but are looking to explore your own backyard a little more, then check out our ten must-have experiences in the Mother City. From beautiful beaches, historical attractions and wine farms to fine…

  • Welgevonden Private Game Reserve: a photo journal by Lea Crafford

    Welgevonden Private Game Reserve: a photo journal by Lea Crafford

    We were honoured to host Lea Crafford, an incredibly talented lifestyle photographer, a few weeks ago at Ekuthuleni Lodge and Tshwene Lodge. We love how she captured so many beautiful moments through her lens. Have a look at some of her favourite photographs below and enjoy a small glimpse into her stay with us.

  • Photo Diary by Field Guide Donavin de Jager

    Photo Diary by Field Guide Donavin de Jager

    We couldn’t be more grateful for our team of expert field guides here at The Outpost Lodge, including Donavin de Jager, who not only generously shares his remarkable passion and knowledge daily, but also manages to capture our special part of the world in all its glory through his lens too. Take a look at…

  • Exploring the Cape winelands

    Exploring the Cape winelands

    Cape Town and its surrounds are home to some of the world’s most renowned wine regions and boast a multitude of internationally acclaimed wines. Here are a few of our favourite vineyards that are definitely worth exploring whilst you stay with us at Cape View Clifton.