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HPH Publishing is a boutique South African company specializing in premium photographic books. www.hphpublishing.co.za
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HPH Publishing was founded by Heinrich van den Berg (www.heinrichvandenberg.com), Philip van den Berg and Ingrid van den Berg. They are well-known wildlife photographers who started the publishing out of the need to be able to show their images in the best possible way. Since 2003 HPH Publishing has published more than 30 books. Heinrich van den Berg is an international award-winning wildlife pho

tographer, as well as being an accomplished writer and publisher. Based in Johannesburg, South Africa, Heinrich is well known for pushing the boundaries of photography to create explosive images that are as beautiful as they are emotive. To achieve such presence through the visual medium, Heinrich is in essence a thinking photographer. He travels extensively in search of unique images – always with an eye for the unusual and a new perspective on the known world. Through the lens he captures evocative moments in time, which leave lasting impressions through the pages of his carefully crafted books. In 1998 Heinrich left his profession as a civil engineer to follow his passion and work full time as a wildlife photographer. In order to portray his images as accurately as possible to readers, he acquired all the necessary book-publishing skills and, together with Philip and Ingrid van den Berg, established HPH Publishing in 2001. Husband and wife award-winning photographers Philip and Ingrid van den Berg share a love of Africa and all its facets. It is their passion to capture unique moments in nature and share these with readers, through the pages of their wildlife books. Based in Pietermaritzburg in KwaZulu-Natal, Philip and Ingrid have transformed a love of photography into a full-time ‘hobby’, with several acclaimed wildlife books to their credit. With their extensive knowledge of the natural world coupled with their scientific backgrounds, they are an integral part of the HPH team of photographers and writers.

09/12/2024

🎁 The Gift of Stories, Made Simple! 🎁
Looking for the perfect Christmas gift? An HPH Publishing gift voucher lets them choose the book that inspires their next adventure! 🌿✨

21/11/2024

📚 Black Friday goes green! 🌿
Save up to 60% with our Green Summer Sale!
From inspiring stories to stunning coffee table books and thoughtful Christmas gifts, find something for everyone. Your next adventure is just a page away! 💚
Valid until the end of November
🔗 https://hphpublishing.co.za/collections/specials (link in comments below)

12/11/2024

Black November Deal Alert!
Enjoy 10% off our incredible self-drive book collection, your ultimate guide to exploring Africa’s most scenic routes and hidden gems! This range is your passport to unforgettable journeys.
Don’t miss out—this deal is valid only from the 12th to the 17th of November. Start planning your next adventure with expert insights, travel tips, and must-see spots across Africa!
DISCOUNT CODE: BFSD10
🔗 https://hphpublishing.co.za/collections/self-drive-black-friday-specials
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05/11/2024

Discover the Best of 2024 📚✨ Our top 8 must-reads of the year are here, featuring unforgettable stories, groundbreaking insights, and inspiring journeys across genres. Whether you’re looking for adventure, knowledge, or a fresh perspective, these books have something for everyone! Dive into the list and find your next favorite read. Tap the link to shop the full collection and start your 2024 reading journey! 🔗

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https://hphpublishing.co.za/collections/2024-books

30/10/2024

Discover the breathtaking beauty of the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, where the vast red dunes and fossil riverbeds tell a story of an ancient landscape like no other. We’re thrilled to introduce ‘Kgalagadi Self-Drive Birds,’ a captivating journey through one of the most unique and untouched wilderness areas in Africa. This stunning book, featuring insights and visuals by Philip, Ingrid, and Heinrich van den Berg, brings to life the magic of this semi-arid savanna and its incredible birdlife. Get ready to explore a 3.7 million-hectare wonder that spans two countries.

📕 Kgalagadi Self-Drive Birds
🖊️ Heinrich van den Berg, Philip and Ingrid van den Berg
BUY HERE: link in comments below
https://hphpublishing.co.za/products/kgalagadi-birds?_pos=2&_sid=3072d06fe&_ss=r

24/10/2024

Author Anja Denker launched her book, *Etosha Self-Drive*, on Friday. The book launch was hosted at Die Muschel.Denker mentioned that she wrote this book over the course of two...

24/10/2024

Another great review by a happy client:

I am blown away by the service I have received from HPH Publishing.

I ordered a book and paid for it at lunchtime on Tuesday and on Wednesday afternoon, in Howick, KwaZulu-Natal, Ram Couriers phoned me to say they would be delivering my parcel. Thank you so much for what you did for me. I will be with my family in Kloof on Sunday and will be able to give my son-in-law his birthday present.

I am so impressed with your service. The book looks wonderful.

Order your copy online and find out for yourself: www.hphpublishing.co.za

22/10/2024

21/10/2024

Make the most of your game drive with the ‘Kruger Wildlife’ guide – the ultimate companion for any safari adventure. Packed with stunning photographs and detailed information on birds, mammals, and reptiles, this compact guide is both comprehensive and easy to use. Identify, learn, and tick off the incredible wildlife of the Greater Kruger area, with names provided in English, Afrikaans, French, German, and Zulu.
Crafted by award-winning photographers Philip and Ingrid van den Berg, ‘Kruger Wildlife’ is your go-to guide for exploring one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations. Don’t just visit – experience the magic of Kruger!
Buy Now:
https://hphpublishing.co.za/products/kruger-wildlife-get-the-most-from-your-game-drive

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📕 Kruger Wildlife
📸 Philip and Ingrid van den Berg

14/10/2024

Calling all bird lovers! The newly revised 'Birds of Kruger' is the perfect pocket-sized guide for your next safari adventure. With 447 bird species to discover, this guide makes spotting and identifying birds in the Greater Kruger area a breeze.
Created by the talented husband-and-wife duo, Philip and Ingrid van den Berg, their passion for Africa shines through every page. Whether you’re a seasoned birder or just curious about the feathered wonders around you, this guide is your must-have companion for exploring the beauty of Kruger’s birdlife.

📕 Birds of Kruger
🖊️ Philip and Ingrid van den Berg

Order Here:
https://hphpublishing.co.za/products/kruger-birds-revised-edition?_pos=1&_sid=159ffd038&_ss=r

09/10/2024

Introducing Let Elephants Roam, the brand new book by Rudi van Aarde. Order it online and be the first to own it.

We use a fully automated warehouse and courier delivery system which is extremely fast and efficient. We offer a 100% money-back guarantee should you not be happy with your purchase.

03/10/2024

Also launching today is our Pilanesberg Self Drive Maps. Want to know where all the picnic spots, hides, dams and look outs are around Pilanesberg? This guide will get you there!
We’re currently running a special offer on our newly launched Pilanesberg TICK TRACK LISTEN and Maps combo, so make sure you check it out!

03/10/2024

Introducing Pilanesberg TICK, TRACK & LISTEN
Brand new and unique, the TICK, TRACK & LISTEN books work with our free offline app to play animal and bird calls and sounds simply by pointing a device over the image.
Today’s optimal way to enjoy your Pilanesberg game sightings and keep track of your sightings of mammals, reptiles, birds and trees by ticking them off as you go.
Learn about tracks of animals with our detailed illustrations and Listen to the calls of birds and animals with the help of our FREE TICK, TRACK & LISTEN app.

📕 Pilanesberg TICK, TRACK & LISTEN

20/09/2024

Review from a happy customer: Best Kruger Park Resource
The Kruger Self-Drive 2nd Edition is the best resource for anyone exploring the Kruger National Park on their own. It is beautifully laid out with lovely pictures and a lot of information about the different areas of the park. My favourite part of the book is the individual write ups on each of the roads which are very informative. I am very pleased I bought it and know that I am going to have many hours of happy exploring with it. Order it online here: https://hphpublishing.co.za/products/kruger-self-drive-second-edition

18/09/2024

Review from a happy customer: We just got back from the Kruger and the KRUGER SELF DRIVE, was permanently open on my bakkie’s dash on the area we were travelling at that time. Every time, we started or turned into a road, my wife would take the book and read out loud what we can expect on that route. We also used the fold-out maps to plan ahead but your colour-coded maps on a specific Rest camp area was definitely our route guidance. What we also enjoyed is the fact that all pictures on a certain page, was from that area. We are also bird watchers, and the book gave us a lot of info of what birds to expect on a specific route, especially when we went all the way up to Pafuri.
HOWEVER THIS PUBICATION IS AND WAS EVERY RAND WORTH IT. RATING AT 10/10.
Find out more here: https://hphpublishing.co.za/products/kruger-self-drive-second-edition

20/08/2024

We’re hiring. HPH Publishing is looking for a social media content creator. It will be a short-term project for a freelancer. If interested, please get in touch with us. [email protected]

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Black November Deal Alert! Get ready to hit the road with 10% off our incredible self-drive book collection! Your passport to Africa’s most scenic routes and hidden gems awaits. 🌍📚 Whether you’re craving unforgettable journeys or looking for expert travel tips, this is your guide to adventure. 🗓️ Hurry — offer valid from 12th to 17th November only! Use code: BFSD10 at checkout and start planning your next great escape. 🔗 https://hphpublishing.co.za/collections/self-drive-black-friday-specials (link in comments below) . #BlackNovember #selfdrivebook #AdventureAwaits #TravelAfrica #hphpublishers #books #coffeetablebooks #coffeetabledecor

And the moment we’ve all been waiting for… Congratulations to our lucky winner! A huge thank you to everyone who participated, shared, and made this competition unforgettable. Stay tuned for more exciting opportunities coming your way! 🏆 @bettydebrito . #WinnerAnnouncement #Congratulations #ThankYou #winner

GIVEAWAY ALERT! We’re giving you the chance to win an unforgettable prize package! 🎉 What You Could Win: 🌿 2-Night Stay for Two at the luxurious Shepherd’s Tree Game Lodge worth over R20 000 📚 R8000 Book Hamper from HPH Publishing (link to prize: https://hphpublishing.co.za/collections/) 🔭 Proitup 10x42 All-Purpose Binoculars for your next adventure worth R1800 How to Enter: 1. Follow all our pages: @shepherdstreegamelodge @hphpublishing @proitupoptics 2. Subscribe to HPH Publishing (link in pinned comment below) https://hphpublishing.co.za/pages/subscribe-and-enter-the-competition 3. Like this post & tag a friend who’d love this prize! ⏰ Competition runs 1st Nov to 8th Nov — don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity! Good luck! T&Cs: https://hphpublishing.lpages.co/lead-generation-prize/ #giveaway #win #winsouthafrica

Take a look at our full range of self-drive books. The perfect travel companion for the nature lover wanting to travel on their own terms and explore the wildnerness like never before SHOP OUR SELF-DRIVE SERIES HERE: link in comments section below https://hphpublishing.co.za/search?q=self+drive+&options%5Bprefix%5D=last . #publishing #selfdrive #WildlifePhotography #TravelInspiration #NatureLovers #TravelBooks #selfdrivebooks #WildlifeArt #book #HeinrichVandenBerg

Ready to explore Botswana on your own terms? The new ‘Botswana Self-Drive’ guide by HPH Publishing is your ultimate travel companion. Packed with detailed maps, insider tips, and HPH’s signature route ratings, this guide makes planning your adventure easy and hassle-free. Whether you’re a seasoned explorer or a first-time visitor, this guide will lead you through Botswana’s breathtaking landscapes with confidence. Featuring stunning photography from award-winning photographer James Gifford, along with contributions from Heinrich van den Berg and Philip and Ingrid van den Berg, ‘Botswana Self-Drive’ is the definitive guide for every traveler who loves to wander off the beaten path. BUY THIS BOOK: link in comments section below and in bio https://hphpublishing.co.za/products/untitled-sep12_07-46?_pos=1&_psq=botswan&_ss=e&_v=1.0 . #publishing #selfdrive #WildlifePhotography #TravelInspiration #NatureLovers #TravelBooks #botswana #botswanaselfdrive #PhotographicArt #HeinrichVandenBerg

Introduce your little ones to the magic of South African wildlife with ‘My First South African Animals’ 🦁✨ This vibrant board book is perfect for children aged 0-6, offering a fun and educational journey through the African savannah. With colorful cut-out images and interactive technology that brings the animals’ sounds to life, it’s a wonderful way to spark curiosity and appreciation for nature. Crafted with sturdy pages for little hands, it’s the perfect first book for your mini explorers! With out TICK TRACK and LISTEN app you can scan for the animal sounds too. . BUY HERE: link in comments section below and in bio https://hphpublishing.co.za/products/my-first-south-african-animals . #EarlyLearning #SouthAfricanWildlife #FamilyBonding #KidsBooks

Meet the author of the Etosha Self-Drive book, @wild.anjadenker. As she walks us through the inspiration for the book and some highlights you can expect. Order online: www.hphpublishing.co.za (link in comments below) . #etoshaselfdrive #hphpublishing #travelbooks #naturelovers #wildlifephotography #publishing #photographicart #travelinspiration #etoshanationalpark #etosha #etoshanamibia

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Art and Wildlife Photography

Having published more than 30 locally and internationally acclaimed illustrated coffee-table and guide books, HPH can rightly be considered to be a leader in the production of high-quality nature, wildlife and photographic books. Driving their ongoing quest for publishing perfection is Heinrich van den Berg, whose insight into what constitutes an exceptional publication is unrivalled in South Africa.

Heinrich started his career as a Civil Engineer but his passion has always been photography. Heinrich has been a professional photographer for twenty years and has gained the reputation of being a pioneer in photographic natural art. He has also won numerous awards, such as:

The Eric Hoskings Award for the BBC Wildlife Photographer of the Year for two consecutive years. Since then he has been awarded 5 times in this competition.

International Fuji Getaway Photographer of the Year

International Camel Trophy Photographic Competition

In 1998 Heinrich, together with his parents Philip and Ingrid, established a photography business where he was able to further his knowledge and expertise in the art. Heinrich then joined a publishing company specialising in guide books for game parks. Here he gained hands-on experience of the publishing industry.

Realising that the best way to share his and other like-minded photographers’ work was to become a publisher himself, in 2001 he established HPH Publishing. His first books were on the Tsitsikamma National Park and the Addo Elephant Park.

The experience gained from his initial foray into publishing equipped and encouraged Heinrich to attempt more ambitious projects. HPH Publishing's first major book, Greater Kruger, was published in 2003 and was immediately a big success. It was then that Heinrich understood that the company’s approach to only producing books of exceptional quality that are treasured by their readers was the right strategy.

It is also HPH’s policy to only publish the work of well-known photographers and to achieve maximum visual impact by using big, bold and beautiful photographs, with the economic use of text when appropriate.

To achieve the best printing quality possible, Heinrich investigated many options before settling on printers in the Far East, who use superior technology, as well as the finest papers and ink available. During the entire printing process Heinrich visits the printers where he personally approves every proof. As a consequence, HPH Publishing’s books are unmatched for their use of colour, attention to detail, binding techniques and overall finish.

Latterly the quality of HPH’s books has been further enhanced through a specialised printing process that, amongst other things, requires the use of eight colours. The results have led to various local and international awards, including a gold medal in the coffee-table book category of the 2015 Independent Publisher Book Awards.

HPH Publishing currently publishes five types of books, namely:

Photographic art, with an emphasis on large photographs and less text

Memento books of various areas, which allow the readers to relive and share their experiences

Guide books to prime wildlife destinations

Photography books that enthusiasts can use to enhance their expertise

Customised books for individual lodges and companies

Popular books currently in print include:

Game Drive – Mammals of southern Africa

Kruger Self-Drive

Vanishing Kings – Lions of the Namib Desert

Kgalagadi Self-Drive

Heinrich believes that an important factor in the company’s success is the focus on customer service.

“Going the extra mile,” he says, “is our trademark in all aspects of the customer’s experience. From efficient ordering to quality packaging and on-time delivery, we ensure that the customer enjoys a professional and satisfying experience that will encourage them to purchase again in the future.”