Category: News
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THE OUTPOST: A BIRDER’S PARADISE
The Outpost Lodge lies in the Makuleke Contractual Park, a vast and remote wilderness of approximately 26 500 hectares in the very north of the Kruger National Park. The region is well known for its abundant, year-round birdlife, with over 350 recorded bird species in the area and an impressive list of specials, The Outpost…
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Exploring Plettenberg Bay’s Beaches
Plettenberg Bay, known to locals as ‘Plett’, is famous for its pristine beaches but for anyone new to the area, the amazing choice and seemingly endless miles of glorious coastline can be a little overwhelming. Where is the best spot to go? Which beach is safest for swimming and where will the kids love? To help,…
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Become a birder in three easy steps
Most people believe birding is an art that takes years to master but in fact you have no need to be intimidated. You can pick up the basics of birdwatching in no time and you certainly don’t need to have studied ornithology. There’s nothing stopping you from getting started either in your own garden or…
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5 books to read before your African adventure
The African bush has long inspired artists who have painted and photographed its wonders, filmed its raw beauty and written books that capture the sights, sounds and feelings of its splendid wilderness. Channel your wanderlust with a few great reads that will prepare you for an African safari and inspire you to start planning your…
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Meet Samuel Japane, the Unlikely Birdman
Samuel Japane is our resident birdwatching expert here at The Outpost and one of the best birding specialists in South Africa. He has been with us since 2014 and his knowledge and passion for birding is truly second to none. We chatted to him about what makes the Makuleke region so special and his recently released book, ‘The…
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Q&A with Executive Chef, Kristine Moodie
We feel lucky to have Executive Chef Kristine Moodie overseeing the dining experience at The Old Rectory and Kay and Monty Vineyards. Her cuisine emphasises fresh, organic ingredients and creative concepts, and she is dedicated to ensuring that every meal is unforgettable. We chatted to her about her new role and culinary background, her approach…
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The Garden Route: a UNESCO Biosphere
We are lucky to call the Garden Route home to three of our beautiful Rare Earth Retreats properties – our Country House, Kay and Monty Vineyards and The Old Rectory – and so we were delighted with the news that the Garden Route has been recently named a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. This world-renowned status shines…
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Q&A with Travel blogger, Natalie Roos
We were honoured to host talented lifestyle and travel blogger Natalie Roos, of Tails of a Mermaid, earlier this year at three of our luxury lodges – The Outpost, Pel’s Post and Ekuthuleni Lodge – and are in awe of what beautiful scenes she captured in our special corners of this world. We chatted to…
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NEW BOUTIQUE HOTEL: THE OLD RECTORY
We are delighted to welcome The Old Rectory to our Rare Earth Retreats portfolio. Located in the heart of Plettenberg Bay, one of South Africa’s best-loved coastal towns on the Garden Route, The Old Rectory is an immaculately restored national monument, re-imagined into an intimate boutique hotel. Take a quick look inside…
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Q&A with field guide, Matt Plaistowe
If you have visited us at The Outpost before, you may have met Matt Plaistowe, one of our amazing field guides. He’s been with us for three years and our guests are constantly singing his praises. We chatted to him about how he became a guide, a typical day in the bush and his top tip…