Stories from the Bush

Hi there! I’m Happy, your ranger here at Casart, and I’d love to tell you about one of my favourite trees — the Mopane tree. You’ll find Mopane trees all over this area, especially in the lowveld. They’re easy to spot with their butterfly-shaped leaves, and their wood...

Out here in the African bush, where the sun sets in gold and the rivers carry ancient stories, I’ve come to know one of the most mysterious giants of the wild—the African hippopotamus. Most guests think of them as lazy, floating giants, but I’ve learned there’s so...

In the quiet evenings of the African bush, when the sun dips low and the shadows stretch long, the shy African porcupine begins to stir. Though not a predator, this creature walks the wild paths with quiet confidence—thanks to its remarkable armor: sharp quills. These...