![Who needs the beach with pools like these? Beach holidays have often been equated with the idea of the perfect escape but a safari offers more than just relaxation. Safaris awaken a sense of awe and wonder in some of the world’s wildest, most untamed places. While unwinding from everyday life, they invite in a […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/EmmaGatland-4376-370x275.jpg "7 African Safari Lodges with Pools: Better than the Beach")
7 African Safari Lodges with Pools: Better than the Beach
Who needs the beach with pools like these? Beach holidays have often been equated with the idea of the perfect escape but a safari offers more than just relaxation. Safaris[…]
![No need for winter blues when it is summer down South Summer in the Southern Hemisphere (aka winter to those up in the North) means one thing- rain, rain, glorious rain and with it, the blooming of green season and the abundance of all life. Water, after all, equals life. Days are long and hot, […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Boteti-Low-Res-0051-370x275.jpg "Green Season is in Full Bloom: Safari in the Southern Summer")
Green Season is in Full Bloom: Safari in the Southern Summer
No need for winter blues when it is summer down South Summer in the Southern Hemisphere (aka winter to those up in the North) means one thing- rain, rain, glorious[…]
![It’s been a wonderfully wild start to 2025 so we thought we would share a roundup of January wildlife highlights from our portfolio of incredible camps around South Africa and Botswana. With green season in full bloom, landscapes are lush and bursting with life. Here are just some of the spectacular sightings captured in Jan. […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/PHOTO-2025-01-28-11-14-35-3-370x275.jpg "A Wild Start to 2025: Wildlife Highlights")
A Wild Start to 2025: Wildlife Highlights
It’s been a wonderfully wild start to 2025 so we thought we would share a roundup of January wildlife highlights from our portfolio of incredible camps around South Africa and[…]
![Have you been dreaming of an intimate safari escape in pristine wilderness such as the exclusive Balule Nature Reserve in the Greater Kruger? We have an incredible limited-time offer that allows you to discover this untamed and uncrowded region by staying at two boutique lodges in one seamless journey. Spend 3 nights at the tranquil […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/EmGatland-7499-370x275.jpeg "Intimate Safari Escapes 2025: A Guide to Exclusive Balule Lodge Offers")
Intimate Safari Escapes 2025: A Guide to Exclusive Balule Lodge Offers
Have you been dreaming of an intimate safari escape in pristine wilderness such as the exclusive Balule Nature Reserve in the Greater Kruger? We have an incredible limited-time offer that[…]
![There is never a dull moment in the wild African bush; it’s only a question of whether you’re lucky enough to encounter it or quick enough to capture it. You never know what extraordinary moments each day on safari entails, which wildlife you’ll see, or what spectacular, hair-raising adventures lie ahead. To tantalise your safari tastebuds, […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/January-2024-Sightings-1-370x275.jpeg "Wild Encounters: Our Most Spectacular Safari Moments")
Wild Encounters: Our Most Spectacular Safari Moments
There is never a dull moment in the wild African bush; it’s only a question of whether you’re lucky enough to encounter it or quick enough to capture it. You never[…]
![A Safari bucket list of adventures to make 2025 your wildest year yet. While everyone else is making resolutions, how about dreaming up something a little more exciting? January 1st may not mean much to wild animals but it is the perfect opportunity for dreaming up your next epic adventure. Here’s how to make all […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/sausage-tree-new-85-1-Large-370x275.jpeg "Make All Your Wildest Dreams Come True: 2025 Safari Bucket List")
Make All Your Wildest Dreams Come True: 2025 Safari Bucket List
A Safari bucket list of adventures to make 2025 your wildest year yet. While everyone else is making resolutions, how about dreaming up something a little more exciting? January 1st[…]
![We’ve just published a blog post about our top 10 safari FAQs, covering several important questions. Continuing with this theme, we’re now sharing additional FAQs specifically designed for first-time safari goers. These questions will answer your queries about everything from what to know before going on safari and what to expect. Here are your 5 […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Umkumbe_2023-Low-Res-0184-370x275.jpg "5 essential safari FAQs for first-time safari goers")
5 essential safari FAQs for first-time safari goers
We’ve just published a blog post about our top 10 safari FAQs, covering several important questions. Continuing with this theme, we’re now sharing additional FAQs specifically designed for first-time safari[…]
![This well-travelled German couple decided to visit Africa on Foot and nThambo Tree Camp for a safari honeymoon. Based in the Klaserie Private Nature Reserve, these camps certainly deliver in terms of wildlife sightings. While the reserve covers the “wild” aspect, the camps add the romance. With its wooden treehouse chalets on stilts and expansive […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/AfricaOnFootTreehouseInteriors-370x275.jpg "#GuestSafariFeedback: German honeymooners choose the Klaserie")
#GuestSafariFeedback: German honeymooners choose the Klaserie
This well-travelled German couple decided to visit Africa on Foot and nThambo Tree Camp for a safari honeymoon. Based in the Klaserie Private Nature Reserve, these camps certainly deliver in[…]
![Are you ready for October’s big cat bonanza, fresh from the Kruger and Botswana archives? Today, we’re putting lions and leopards in the spotlight. If you’re lucky, you may have already spotted some visuals, reels, and updates on our respective camp pages. Without further ado, let’s delve into the world of swollen-bellied leopards, iconic lion […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/PHOTO-2024-10-09-20-58-55-370x275.jpg "October’s Big Cat Bonanza: Lions and Leopards in the Spotlight")
October’s Big Cat Bonanza: Lions and Leopards in the Spotlight
Are you ready for October’s big cat bonanza, fresh from the Kruger and Botswana archives? Today, we’re putting lions and leopards in the spotlight. If you’re lucky, you may have[…]
![We’ve put together our top 10 safari FAQs and provided firsthand answers based on our expert knowledge of the bushveld and safaris. Whether you’re deciding what to pack, choosing your destination, or curious about the birdlife to look for, we’ve made an effort to answer all your common and quirky questions. If you have any […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/b5d8c17a-0a7e-4ace-bae9-319d6cadab15-370x275.jpg "Our Top 10 Safari FAQs")
Our Top 10 Safari FAQs
We’ve put together our top 10 safari FAQs and provided firsthand answers based on our expert knowledge of the bushveld and safaris. Whether you’re deciding what to pack, choosing your[…]