Namibia is a land of contrasts and surprises. Where the once mighty Fish River carved its magnificent canyon, severe droughts now alter the landscape. Perhaps for this reason nature hides much of its precious water underground, protected from the relentless power of the African sun. Sossusvlei, a lake at the Read more…
Squid, Loligo Vulgaris reynaudii, spawn in the inshore areas of the Eastern Cape throughout the year, with this activity peaking in November and December. A good area to dive with the squid is in St Francis Bay during the closed fishing season in November. Conveniently, the egg beds are often Read more…
Location: Cape Point, South Africa Renowned underwater photographer Charles Maxwell has been involved in diving adventures for over 40 years and is well acquainted with the South African marine environment. He has worked for major television broadcasters worldwide, including National Geographic and the BBC. Charles highlights the inception of his Read more…
Location: Africa, South Africa, East Coast The east coast of South Africa sees a phenomenal event every autumn – huge shoals of migrating sardines on their northerly journey, followed closely by a selection of charismatic predators. Charles Maxwell relives his experiences of trying to document the Sardine Run. Agulhas Current Read more…
When my plane touched down in the small Mozambiquean village of Inhambane, I was unsure what to expect. I had been sent to Mozambique by French Television’s “Ushuaia Nature” on the TF1 channel to film manta rays off Praia do Tofo, a small village about 20 kms from the airport. Read more…
I have been working with tiger sharks for many years and, while they can become a bit aggressive near the baiting station, I have found them to be remarkably docile for a shark with the reputation of a dangerous “man-eater”. For a number of years we would attract tiger sharks Read more…
Cape Point is situated at the southernmost point of the Table Mountain National Park. This impressive sandstone headland, sculptured by the sea over millions of years, represents the theoretical boundary between the cold Atlantic and temperate Indian Oceans. Sir Francis Drake, the first Englishman to round the Cape of Good Read more…
Its been a winter season of mixed outcomes. The work has been interesting with. Besides the normal short shoots I have been on three big and challenging shoots. Title: Shark NicholeProducer: Rory McGuinnessUnderwater Cameraman: Charles MaxwellProduction Company: Natural History, New Zealand Story Line: Nichole is a white shark that was Read more…
Dry Sherry produced on Pico Island using traditional methods The summit of Mount Pico is 2,350 metres above sea level, making it the third highest peak in the Atlantic Ocean. However, as it starts 6,100 metres below sea level, the overall height of Mount Pico is an impressive 8,450 metres, Read more…
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