Marika van Niekerk

13/08/2024

Being able to walk this wonderous coast of South Africa is such a privilege!

16/07/2024

More and more water....

For the past 35 years this has always been the place where I 'loose my mind to find my soul'.....

Sunrise on Bainskloof Pass!
I am just absolutely
INLOVE
with this gorgeous and mysterious place!
I cannot stay away for too long....
See you soon, Bainskloof!

16/07/2024

This has always been the place where I 'loose my mind to find my soul'.....

Sunrise on Bainskloof Pass
I am just absolutely
INLOVE
with this gorgeous and mysterious place!
I cannot stay away for too long....
See you soon, Bainskloof!

11/07/2024

09/07/2024

25/06/2024

Aloe Canyons - what a stunning place!

24/06/2024

Lambertsbay beach
Western Cape
South Africa

25/05/2024

Nights around the fire in the Hantam with

21/05/2024

Hantamstap 2024.
Die eerlike stap waar Hantam hartlikheid gevoel, geproe en eerstehands ervaar kan word vanuit boere se huise, kombuise en harte!

Silent Steps

06/05/2024

Some fun shots of our most recent hike in Nambia with Silent Steps and Anette Grobler - thank you for the photos Sanna Holtshauzen !

03/05/2024

Had some fun in the Tankwa, RSA

11/02/2024

Back in the Kruger National Park, this time with my own tour company - Firefly African Safaris!

11/12/2023

.....In just one month from today, I will finally be living my dream with FFirefly African Safaris
This has been an interesting roller-coaster of an adventure for the past 7 years.

Throughout this journey, I so often found myself questioning my worth, my dedication, my drive, and my commitment.
What was I doing wrong?
Why were things not working out for me?
What was blocking me from success?
Looking for reasons/excuses why I am not flying yet.
The fear of taking that first significant step paralyzed me....
....Now, I can confidently say that everything will unfold at the right time, and I have found peace with it. I needed to accumulate a wealth of experience, delve deep into myself for a purpose, establish solid relationships, and focus on my personal growth. After all, if I don't work on my own dreams, someone else will hire me to work on theirs....
Don't misunderstand me; I have a genuine love for helping people achieve their dreams. However, when it comes to assisting the right individuals, do it with your whole heart and soul, as if their dreams were your own. In doing so, you'll find that they push and encourage you to pursue your own dreams as well! A heartfelt thank you to AAnette Groblerfor standing by my side, having my back 110% and believing in me!

I have always been drawn to uncertainty—it excites me, although it can also bring about anxiety and stress. Despite these challenges, I am determined to continue living for my dream.... THIS is the life that IGNITES me to the core!

A special acknowledgment to my mom, MMoira Liebenberg
Words truly fall short in expressing the depth of my gratitude for the unwavering support you provide in my life journey. Your love sustains me from day to day, serving as a constant reminder to live in the present and stay true to myself. Without uttering a word, you effortlessly hold space for me, offering your time, effort, and boundless love every single day.
The entirety of your being is truly indescribable.
From your loving perspective I am capable to do ANYTHING I can dream of!
Thank you for being the light in my Firefly...... the spiritual little creature that reminds us that magic does exist....

Thank you Wandi and LLawrence A. Matthews- both of you have NO idea how much your support means to me. By sharing my Firefly dream with people you meet on the other side of the world is something I would have never expected of you - but goodness, you knock me out everytime you tell me that you need all my company details so you can share it with the world!!
This makes me feel soo valued and supported. Thank you!

Thank you JJannie du Toitand Ronelle. (Ek sal die maar in Afrikaans se.... nounou d**k julle dis spam...haha!)
Baie baie dankie vir die saadjie wat jy geplant het, Jannie en vir julle ongelooflike ondersteuning. Dankie CCF du Toitdat jy my sooo mooi geguide het om die finale-scary stappe te neem en dat jy my herinner het dat 'Ive got this'. Dankie!!
...To all the special people in my life, and to those I've met along the way who believed in me even when I didn't believe in myself—thank you from the bottom of my heart! I couldn't have reached this point without each one of you. It's your unwavering support and faith in me that will propel me forward and create the wings I need to (fire)fly for as long as it serves my journey!

I am spreading my wings now.......

22/06/2023

If you know this song, you most probably have beautiful memories with us at Silent Steps

22/06/2023

*T A N K W A T R E A S U R E H I K E *
2023

Whan an amazing and unique experience, like always, with Silent Steps in the Tankwa National Park.

If this looks like something you would like to do next year - 2024, I recommend you make a booking asap, as this is a very popular hike.
www.silentsteps.co.za

See you there
Silent Steps Team

04/06/2023

Drone images -
An unbelievable privilege being part of the Silent Steps team. This was our most recent hike in the Hantam - Northern Cape of South Africa.
A must do for all hikers that's up for an unforgettable adventure!

Silent Steps

27/11/2022

Hey dude....

27/11/2022

Always enjoying the bush

18/10/2022

Special moments

13/10/2022

Walking Iris

18/08/2022

Loving the west coast of South Africa

29/05/2022

Lesotho🇱🇸

23/05/2022

Lesotho🇱🇸

15/05/2022

Sat at their den for a good while and just enjoyed watching this little one play.....

15/03/2022

European Roller - the only one of the roller family to breed in Europe.