![It’s Big Cat Roundup Day, a day that we’ve set aside to share a few momentous occasions with our ferocious felines. This is a big story day, where we won’t be sharing images of lions lying around. Today is a bigger and better day, where we celebrate cats doing what they do best: taking down prey, nurturing cubs, stalking, […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Nthambo-LR-018-370x275.jpg "Big Cats, Big Stories")
Big Cats, Big Stories
It’s Big Cat Roundup Day, a day that we’ve set aside to share a few momentous occasions with our ferocious felines. This is a big story day, where we won’t be sharing images[…]
![You might know it as the Maseke Game Reserve or the Maseke Balule Game Reserve, but at least you know it! This relatively unexplored game-rich reserve is home to the Big 5, the Olifants River, and abundant rocky outcrops. Situated in the northern expanses of the Balule Nature Reserve and bordered by the Olifants North […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Finding-Lions-on-Game-Drive-370x275.jpg "Chacma and Trails: Getting to Know the Maseke Game Reserve")
Chacma and Trails: Getting to Know the Maseke Game Reserve
You might know it as the Maseke Game Reserve or the Maseke Balule Game Reserve, but at least you know it! This relatively unexplored game-rich reserve is home to the[…]
![If you’re close to your extended family or have an entire herd of children, holiday destination decisions can be a tough call. You’re probably toying with the idea of either a solo travel break or a couples holiday, or maybe you’re considering a mega-family break. We recommend a family adventure as it will create a […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Umkumbe_2023-Low-Res-0102-370x275.jpg "Family Friendly Safari Accommodation in the Greater Kruger")
Family Friendly Safari Accommodation in the Greater Kruger
If you’re close to your extended family or have an entire herd of children, holiday destination decisions can be a tough call. You’re probably toying with the idea of either[…]
![Leopards are elusive solitary cats that thrive in areas rich with prey sources, den sites, trees, and easy access to water. The Kruger camps within our portfolio are all located in cat-friendly habitats laden with hidden pockets of bushveld, rivers, outcrops, and dense populations of plains game. Leopards love trees that provide enough elevation to […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/PHOTO-2023-10-12-12-56-45-370x275.jpg "A Leap of Leopards in the Greater Kruger")
A Leap of Leopards in the Greater Kruger
Leopards are elusive solitary cats that thrive in areas rich with prey sources, den sites, trees, and easy access to water. The Kruger camps within our portfolio are all located[…]
![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[…]
![Last week we delivered a series of frequently asked questions that really unpacked the essence of an African safari experience. Today we’re increasing our portfolio of questions to cover aspects such as historical origins, the ultimate length of a safari in Africa, and what to wear on a safari. We’re sure that you have questions […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/NyalaSafariLodgeSunset-370x275.jpg "The Ultimate Guide to Wild Adventures: We Unpack Your Safari FAQs")
The Ultimate Guide to Wild Adventures: We Unpack Your Safari FAQs
Last week we delivered a series of frequently asked questions that really unpacked the essence of an African safari experience. Today we’re increasing our portfolio of questions to cover aspects[…]
![We can confirm that it’s not called “charming Chacma” without good reason. Chacma is a serene camp built around a small pan in the uncrowded and wildlife-rich Maseke Game Reserve, which forms part of the Greater Balule region. The landscape here is unique – one can expect undulating terrain strewn with boulders and flecks of […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/EmmaGatland17885-370x275.jpg "Chacma Bush Camp: Where Safari Dreams Come True")
Chacma Bush Camp: Where Safari Dreams Come True
We can confirm that it’s not called “charming Chacma” without good reason. Chacma is a serene camp built around a small pan in the uncrowded and wildlife-rich Maseke Game Reserve,[…]
![There are a multitude of safari lodges and camps that cater for a specific niche of traveller. Camps that focus on walking safaris are geared towards the fit and adventurous, while those with starbeds hold great appeal for loved up couples. This all has a place, but there’s a new kind of travel on the […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Chacma-0040-370x275.jpg "Chacma Bush Camp is perfect for a multi-generational safari experience")
Chacma Bush Camp is perfect for a multi-generational safari experience
There are a multitude of safari lodges and camps that cater for a specific niche of traveller. Camps that focus on walking safaris are geared towards the fit and adventurous,[…]
![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[…]