![Guiding is an art and our guides are phenomenal so we are diving deep and sharing more about the unique individuals that make your safari experience an unforgettable one. Tracking animals through the fresh spoor markings on the ground in the early morning light, explaining behaviours and patterns, leaving you in awe and wonder of […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/PHOTO-2025-06-18-10-34-17-370x275.jpg "Your Safari Guide to the Wild: Meet Ingrid from nThambo Tree Camp")
Your Safari Guide to the Wild: Meet Ingrid from nThambo Tree Camp
Guiding is an art and our guides are phenomenal so we are diving deep and sharing more about the unique individuals that make your safari experience an unforgettable one. Tracking[…]
![From dawn until dusk, every moment of the day on a safari feels like a sacred ritual that pulls us into the present moment. Waking up to a gentle tap at the door, before even the dawn chorus of birdsong has begun, wrapping up in layers for a crisp dawn game drive with a quick […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/DSC_3345-Large-370x275.jpeg "Safari Rituals: Dawn to Dusk Adventuring and Everything In Between")
![Situated in the vast wilderness of the Klaserie, nThambo Tree Camp sits perched on stilts, overlooking a wild plain. Guest, Max Beeson, sent us some incredible imagery taken on his safari visiting this dense, wildlife-rich region. We took the opportunity to dive a little deeper and find out more about his experience visiting this slice […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/PHOTO-2025-05-30-11-54-33-370x275.jpg "Adventures in the Klaserie: Guest Review of nThambo Tree Camp")
![Going on safari in winter in South Africa and Botswana means crisp, clear skies, wrapped up in blankets, storytelling beneath the stars, the vast thick river of the Milky Way above. Is there anything more ingrained within our bones than sitting beside a flickering fire and sharing stories? An act as old as man, storytelling […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/EmGatland-7600-370x275.jpg "Storytelling beneath the Stars: Campfire Chats")
![“The bush is that of a treasure hunt – sometimes you find things, and other times you don’t. And when you don’t, your knowledge is key and your most powerful tool in how to find the things all of our guests desire to see. Although the big “things” are amazing, it’s the smaller things we […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/PHOTO-2025-04-02-09-45-06-370x275.jpg "The Art of Tracking: Tips, Tricks, Signs and Wonderful Discoveries")
![In the vast tapestry of our natural world, motherhood manifests in many forms. Each is uniquely adapted to ensure the continuation of life. As we honour mothers in Southern Hemisphere today, we shine a light on the remarkable female leaders of the animal kingdom, those whose diverse approaches to nurturing the next generation inspires both […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Em-Gatland-38-370x275.jpg "Safari Super Moms: Matriarchs of the Animal Kingdom")
![Botswana doesn’t follow the seasons the way most places do, it moves to its own rhythm, governed by water and wildlife. Whether you’re drawn to abundantly green and luscious landscapes of summer, the golden hues of autumn, or clear skies of the dry season as the quiet miracle of the flood’s arrival trickles into the […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Botswana-Wildlife-2014-3-Large-370x275.jpeg "Botswana’s Safari Seasons: Wildlife, Weather & When to Visit")
![Safaris stay with you long after the dust has settled. They are so much more than simply a journey into the wild, not only are they an extraordinary experience, they help protect the wild places you visit. Know that your presence and choice to go on a safari matters. By visiting the wild, you play […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/elephantsNyala-370x275.jpg "Safaris and Conservation: A Wild Pact")
![Most safari dreams are made of giant golden manes and spotted coats, but the puzzle of a safari includes a host of fascinating, less familiar critter encounters that you may never even have considered sighting. Pieces of a puzzle An amazing guide once shared that going on safari is like doing a large puzzle. Each […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/EmGatland-1008-Large-370x275.jpeg "Critter Encounters in the Wild: Surprising Small Sightings on Safari")
![Sundowners on safari are a quintessential part of the safari experience. A simple ritual, part of the everyday rhythm of life in the bush. Finding the perfect scenic spot to watch the sun slip behind the horizon with an icy drink in hand. Whether it’s a gin and tonic, a cold beer, or something with a […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/chacmasundown-Large-370x275.jpeg "Sundowners on Safari: Golden Hours You’ll Never Forget")