Explore South Africa’s Largest Botanical Garden with Adventure Trails in Kirstenbosch

by Amanda on Aug 29th, 2012

New edition of Adventure Trails in Kirstenbosch coming this September from Struik Nature:

These five imaginative trails capture the magic of nature within Kirstenbosch, South Africa’s best-known botanical garden. Eager young adventurers will have hours of fun discovering prehistoric gems, enchanted forests, secret gardens, mysterious mirror pools and much more.

Each route description is accompanied by a map and beautiful photographs and illustrations, while the text is packed with information about striking and surprising trees, flowers, birds, insects, animals and tidbits from history, as well as descriptions of the best places to play and relax.

This whimsical guide is a must-have companion for any young adventurer setting off into Cape Town’s much-loved garden.

About the author

Daphne Mackie has painted the flowers of Africa for as long as she can remember. After marrying a Capetonian in 1964, Daphne discovered the sanctuary that is Kirstenbosch, and her love of nature led to a fulfilling career in art, reproducing the indigenous Cape Flora. She lives in Cape Town with her husband and springer spaniel.

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