Peter's Guide Books

Peter's Guide Books Great Self-drive Guide Books to the National Parks The most user friendly guide books around. Each page has a detailed map and every significant waypoint, e.g.

a waterhole, has a photo. On the photo I have identified the trees that you are looking at. Each waypoint also has the GPS co-ordinates; historical information; meaning of place names; water quality; borehole depth and any other useful information.

Pilanesberg National Park offers a rare combination of diverse wildlife and unique geology, all within the remains of an...
19/06/2026

Pilanesberg National Park offers a rare combination of diverse wildlife and unique geology, all within the remains of an ancient volcanic complex. This self-drive guide helps you understand the park’s animals, habitats, and natural history, adding depth to every game drive.

The lilac-breasted roller is one of Africa’s most colourful birds, often seen perched in the open before launching into ...
15/06/2026

The lilac-breasted roller is one of Africa’s most colourful birds, often seen perched in the open before launching into short, agile flights to catch insects. Its vivid colours are most striking in good light, making it a favourite sighting on safari.

Details matter when you’re planning time in the bush. Peter’s Guide Books highlight key picnic spots, viewpoints, and re...
12/06/2026

Details matter when you’re planning time in the bush. Peter’s Guide Books highlight key picnic spots, viewpoints, and rest areas, helping you choose where to stop and how to make the most of each part of the park.

Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park is one of the driest and most remote landscapes in southern Africa. Although its rivers flo...
08/06/2026

Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park is one of the driest and most remote landscapes in southern Africa. Although its rivers flow only once every few decades, predators thrive by reading the land and using fossil riverbeds as natural hunting corridors through the desert.

The antlion is a master ambush predator, using perfectly shaped sand pits to trap ants. Once prey slips in, it’s almost ...
05/06/2026

The antlion is a master ambush predator, using perfectly shaped sand pits to trap ants. Once prey slips in, it’s almost impossible to escape — a simple but highly effective hunting strategy found throughout the insect world.

Knowing the history and key features of an area adds depth to every stop along the way. Peter’s Guide Books combine prac...
01/06/2026

Knowing the history and key features of an area adds depth to every stop along the way. Peter’s Guide Books combine practical context with natural and historical insights, helping you understand not just where you are, but why it matters.

Ostriches can sprint at speeds of up to 70 km/h and defend themselves with powerful kicks capable of injuring or killing...
29/05/2026

Ostriches can sprint at speeds of up to 70 km/h and defend themselves with powerful kicks capable of injuring or killing predators. Speed and strength make them far more formidable than their size alone suggests.

The aardvark is mostly active at night, using its powerful claws and keen sense of smell to locate ants and termites. Sp...
25/05/2026

The aardvark is mostly active at night, using its powerful claws and keen sense of smell to locate ants and termites. Spotting one in daylight is always a special moment, offering a glimpse into the life of one of Africa’s most elusive mammals.

The red dunes of the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park are always on the move, slowly reshaped by the wind over time. It mean...
22/05/2026

The red dunes of the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park are always on the move, slowly reshaped by the wind over time. It means the landscape is never quite the same from one visit to the next, making every experience in the park truly unique.

In remote parks like the Kgalagadi, understanding camp locations and facilities is key to planning your days. Peter’s Gu...
18/05/2026

In remote parks like the Kgalagadi, understanding camp locations and facilities is key to planning your days. Peter’s Guide Books provide clear, practical layouts that help you prepare before you arrive and make the most of your time in the wilderness.

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