![When one speaks about the most diverse, lush and wildlife-rich safaris in Africa, the paradisiacal Queen Elizabeth National Park in Uganda has to be part of the conversation. Uganda is often overlooked as a premier safari destination. Its immediate neighbours usually draw the international tourists, and Uganda’s relatively small size as compared to that of […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/QueenElizabethFlamingoFlying-370x275.jpg "Queen Elizabeth National Park: unspoilt and underrated")
Queen Elizabeth National Park: unspoilt and underrated
When one speaks about the most diverse, lush and wildlife-rich safaris in Africa, the paradisiacal Queen Elizabeth National Park in Uganda has to be part of the conversation. Uganda is[…]
![A couple of years ago the dominant Mohlabetsi coalition ruled their land with aggressive power. Various male coalitions refused to challenge the 6 broad-shouldered beasts, and retreated quickly when confronted. The Machatons proved to be serious contenders for the kingdom, and certainly fought for the territory they so desperately wanted. After a time of helter-skelter, scuffles and […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/EZMaleLionsBalule-370x275.jpg "The Strapping Machaton Lions of Ezulwini Game Lodges")
![Walkers Bush Villa received incredible feedback from a recent guest, who was grateful for her stay at this exclusive villa in the Timbavati. This guest considered it a privilege to stay at Walkers, and thinks it exudes all the hallmarks of a 5 star safari property. We always enjoy receiving feedback like this from our […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/TimbavatiElephantHerds-370x275.jpg "#GuestSafariReview : An Honour to Stay at Walkers Bush Villa")
![The safari industry refers to the summer season in Kruger as “emerald season”, and for good reason. When the rains pelt down and smother the dry landscape with water, the bushveld awakens from its drab slumber. Those bland branches give birth to plush greenery, and migrant birds flock to the region for its ample supply […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/WIPChacmaWildDogs-370x275.jpg "The Week in Pictures : Avian Delights, Big Cat Carnivals, and Lush Landscapes")
![Em Gatland has flooded our folders with images of the recent lion cub sightings at Chacma Bush Camp. Of the hundreds of images of cubs, there are a handful that we’ve deemed Instagram-worthy. Let’s face it thought, most of em’s images are “Instagrammable“, but these cub images are bound to take social media by storm. […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Cubs12-370x275.jpg "Our Top 14 Most Instagrammable Lion Cub Images from Chacma")
![Before we plunge head first into the tremendous story of how 18 lions killed a waterbuck right outside Chacma Bush Camp – and how it subsequently led to abundant lion cub sightings in camp – we’re going to give you a brief synopsis about this local pride. In total there are 18 lions spotted on […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/ChacmaLionDrinkingWaterhole-370x275.jpg "18 Lions and Cubs on a Waterbuck Kill at Chacma")
![A clear theme for “Week in Pics” has emerged. One sideways glance at the slew of images from our guides and photographers is all you need to figure out the common denominator : CATS. Included in the portfolio of leopard and lion images, there are pictures of charismatic sunsets and general game, which always provides […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/WIPAOFSunsets-370x275.jpg "The Week in Pictures : Cool Cats and Amber Sunsets")
![Visitors flock to Uganda to trek with gorillas deep within the verdant untouched forests of the region, and combine their arduous gorilla trekking experience with chimp tracking safaris in the heart of Kibale Forest. The wildlife and landscape of Uganda is a major drawcard for many tourists, but it’s not the only thing that Uganda […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Batwa-Pygymy-community-dance-370x275.jpg "The History of Uganda’s Batwa Pygmy Tribe in Bwindi Region")
![Lion cubs face a high mortality rate in the wild and are completely helpless when born, relying on their mother for nutrition and protection. Lionesses stash their cubs in den sites for the first few months of their life, ensuring they are protected from plundering scavengers and revengeful testosterone fuelled male lions seeking to take over […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/WIPEZLionCubsBalule-370x275.jpg "The Week in Pictures : Lion Cubs and Pouncing Predators")
![Walkers Bush Villa in the teeming Timbavati Game Reserve is the perfect family break. The villa is lavish, secluded and can be perfectly tailored to your family’s unique tastes and whims. The kids might be up and at ’em at the break of dawn, but mom and dad had hoped for a lie-in. No problem. […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/WalkersBushVillaFamily-370x275.jpg "Whisk the family to Walkers Bush Villa")