African Wild

Follow a family of elephants through the Mashatu Game Reserve in Botswana. Themba, the matriarch of her herd must combine the knowledge of many generations of elephants, with her own natural instincts to lead her family to good grazing and water.

In the low-lying savannas of South Africa, the waterhole is a summer paradise when resources are plentiful. As the long winters draw near, each animal must prepare itself in order to survive the food and water shortages.

At South Africa's uShaka Aquarium, the alien world beneath the waters of the Atlantic Ocean is on display. Beautiful fish, huge sharks and all the glories of the ocean dwell in a underwater kingdom designed to inspire wonder.

Harsh weather and cramped living quarters make life tough for the hundreds of seals living on the west coast of South Africa. Although it seems an odd place to live, it is the safest option on this part of the coastline.

Safaris are one of the main attractions in South Africa, allowing guests to witness an array of wild animals in their natural habitat. Visitors come to see elephants, leopards and rhinoceros freely roam the bush.

High in the rocky outcrops on the western coast of South Africa, golden-headed, blue-eyed gannets dwell. Reputed to dive deeper than any other seabird, these snowy white avians can find food where other birds dare not try.