![Birders can delight in knowing that there are over 500 species of bird to spot in the Kruger. Some of our feathered friends are frequent flyers, while others are migratory species and rare lifers. In today’s birding blog, we’re going to focus on the frequent flyers and some rarities to spot in the Lowveld. Compiling […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/Southern-yellow-billed-hornbill-370x275.jpg "Frequent Flyers: Your Kruger Birding Checklist")
Frequent Flyers: Your Kruger Birding Checklist
Birders can delight in knowing that there are over 500 species of bird to spot in the Kruger. Some of our feathered friends are frequent flyers, while others are migratory[…]
![Solo travel offers individuals an opportunity to reconnect with themselves; gain confidence and independence; and meet like minded travellers. There’s a misconception that solo travel is lonely. But here’s the thing: solo travel means SOLO, it doesn’t mean alone. This adage especially rings true where safaris concerned. Going on safari in a private reserve is […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/DSC06306-370x275.jpg "Why Kruger Safaris are Perfect for Solo Travel")
Why Kruger Safaris are Perfect for Solo Travel
Solo travel offers individuals an opportunity to reconnect with themselves; gain confidence and independence; and meet like minded travellers. There’s a misconception that solo travel is lonely. But here’s the[…]
![Approximately eight days ago, guests and guides at nThambo Tree Camp awoke to a sound of scuffling, rallying howls and high-pitched twittering. Drowning out the chorus of morning birdsong, these alarmingly sounds meant one thing: the African wild dogs were in town. Camp manager Ingrid sent through a remarkable image of a mega-pack of wild […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/abc772f9-dac4-4190-b2ad-f3e7155fae56-370x275.jpg "Wildlife Getaways at nThambo Tree Camp: Book Your Safari Adventure!")
Wildlife Getaways at nThambo Tree Camp: Book Your Safari Adventure!
Approximately eight days ago, guests and guides at nThambo Tree Camp awoke to a sound of scuffling, rallying howls and high-pitched twittering. Drowning out the chorus of morning birdsong, these[…]
![Known for its complex lion pride dynamics and incredible big cat history, The Klaserie Private Nature Reserve has certainly earned its place on the map as a destination for lion fanatics. In the heart of the Klaserie, sits the unrivalled Africa on Foot, pioneers of the morning walking safari. But it’s not only the walking […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Vuyelalions2-370x275.jpg "Historical Overview: Africa on Foot has TINY Lion Cubs")
Historical Overview: Africa on Foot has TINY Lion Cubs
Known for its complex lion pride dynamics and incredible big cat history, The Klaserie Private Nature Reserve has certainly earned its place on the map as a destination for lion[…]
![Looking for the ultimate choice of Kruger safaris? Then select one of our camps and lodges for a memorable wilderness experience. From walking safaris to luxury stays and accommodation on stilts, the Sun Destinations portfolio offers a multitude of choices. Here’s a reminder of the unique properties within our portfolio. Africa on Foot Located in […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1g-umkumbe-outside-pool-area-370x275.jpeg "Kruger Safaris with Sun Destinations")
Kruger Safaris with Sun Destinations
Looking for the ultimate choice of Kruger safaris? Then select one of our camps and lodges for a memorable wilderness experience. From walking safaris to luxury stays and accommodation on[…]
![A few years ago the Vuyela male lions made their presence known on the Africa on Foot and nThambo Tree Camp traverse. These burgeoning beasts embodied the male lion stereotype and were looking for territory to claim. They entered at the right time. The pride dynamics in this section of the Klaserie were complicated, and […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/lionclubsKlaserie-370x275.jpg "Little Lion Cubs in the Klaserie Private Nature Reserve")
Little Lion Cubs in the Klaserie Private Nature Reserve
A few years ago the Vuyela male lions made their presence known on the Africa on Foot and nThambo Tree Camp traverse. These burgeoning beasts embodied the male lion stereotype[…]
![Warick Wrede, one of the managers of nThambo Tree Camp, furnished us with a sightings update from the Klaserie. In his post below, he reminds us of the Vuyela’s history and bloodline. These lions are no stranger to the nThambo and Africa on Foot traverse, and provide fairly consistent sightings. Warick’s update is below. Let […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Vuyela-lion-Klaserie-370x275.jpg "nThambo’s Warick Talks Lion Sightings in the Klaserie")
nThambo’s Warick Talks Lion Sightings in the Klaserie
Warick Wrede, one of the managers of nThambo Tree Camp, furnished us with a sightings update from the Klaserie. In his post below, he reminds us of the Vuyela’s history[…]
![Over the past year, our frequency of blog posts took a nosedive. But now we’re back, and we owe everyone a bulk load of updates from the camps and destinations within our coveted portfolio. In addition to picking up where we left off with blogging, we’ve updated our blog with a fresh look. To kick […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/VuyelaLions-370x275.jpg "#DirectorsChair: Vuyela Male Lions")
#DirectorsChair: Vuyela Male Lions
Over the past year, our frequency of blog posts took a nosedive. But now we’re back, and we owe everyone a bulk load of updates from the camps and destinations[…]
![Now is the perfect time for South Africans and SADC residents to take advantage of the myriad of safari specials on offer from Sun Destinations. Just because we’ve lowered our rate for locals, doesn’t mean we’ve lowered our standards! We still offer stellar hospitality, a range of amenities, world-class guiding, and immersive safari activities. It’s […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/UmkumbeLodge-370x275.jpg "Southern Africa & Kruger Safari Specials for Locals from R2500")
Southern Africa & Kruger Safari Specials for Locals from R2500
Now is the perfect time for South Africans and SADC residents to take advantage of the myriad of safari specials on offer from Sun Destinations. Just because we’ve lowered our[…]
![It’s the start of Sun Destinations #AfricaTravelTuesdays and we’re excited to launch our very first guest feature in the form of a visual safari blog, provided by UK photographer Meg Donati. In today’s blog, Meg talks about the nThambo Tree Camp guest experience, covering each and every aspect of her stay last year, from her […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/nthamboblog10-370x275.jpg "#AfricaTravel | Meg Donati Tells All In Her Safari Blog")
#AfricaTravel | Meg Donati Tells All In Her Safari Blog
It’s the start of Sun Destinations #AfricaTravelTuesdays and we’re excited to launch our very first guest feature in the form of a visual safari blog, provided by UK photographer Meg[…]