![Introducing our new series, #KnowYourGuide, where we engage in conversations with experienced safari guides across all our camps and lodges. This ongoing series will feature a blend of written interviews and guide-centric videos. In today’s spotlight, we highlight Umkumbe Safari Lodge Riverside, providing an in-depth look into the much-loved guide, Tyron Combrink. Tyron, a personable […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/PHOTO-2024-02-20-12-14-12-370x275.jpg "#KnowYourGuide: Chatting to Tyron from Umkumbe")
#KnowYourGuide: Chatting to Tyron from Umkumbe
Introducing our new series, #KnowYourGuide, where we engage in conversations with experienced safari guides across all our camps and lodges. This ongoing series will feature a blend of written interviews[…]
![Love is in the air, and we’re fully embracing the spirit of Valentine’s Day for the whole of February. Our team recently connected with some couples who not only had a romantic safari experience but also took the plunge into engagement. Keegan and Dominique, a delightful couple deeply in love, enthusiastically shared their unique story […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/PHOTO-2024-02-13-12-17-52-4-370x275.jpg "The Safari Proposal: Feat. Keegan and Dominique")
![We gathered information from the Daves (Nyala camp manager Dave and journalist David) to hear their first-hand experience of Nyala Safari Lodge’s homecooked, tasty fare. Recently, we were captivated by Journalist David Batzofin’s blog post about Nyala Safari Lodge’s gourmet fare. Disclaimer: There might have been a swift surge of in-office food orders shortly after […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/NyalaBrekkieMeal-scaled-370x275.jpg "Celebrating the Month of Love with Nyala’s Signature Dishes")
![Our favourite Okavango Delta camp, Mboma Island Expeditions, has been included in 7 of our newly launched Botswana itineraries. This means you can pair that dreamy trip to the waterways of the Okavango Delta with a land based safari to the hidden corners of the Chobe National Park’s Savuti region. Our Botswana circuit, called Trails of […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Mboma-Low-res-0078-370x275.jpg "Our 2024 Botswana Itineraries")
![We’ve taken you on a sensory journey through our camps and lodge offerings, showcasing their boma areas and accommodation offerings. From a lodge perspective, these visuals have provided ALL the feels. Now it’s time for us to reveal our recent predator sightings, and update you about the regular goings-on while out on game drive. After […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/IMG_4760-scaled-370x275.jpg "A Kruger Wildlife Update")
![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")
![An Okavango Delta safari is a completely sensory experience designed to foster a profound connection with the Delta’s diverse ecosystems. Most of our blog posts focus on sight, where we discuss what we’ve observed unfolding in the fold. Because we live in such a visual world, we tend to favour images and carefully curated videos […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/elephants-Okavango-Delta-370x275.jpg "The Orchestra that is the Okavango Delta’s Symphony")
![Whether you’re lacing up your brand-name hiking boots for an African walking safari or choosing an outfit for your daily game drives, each style of safari activity is bound to unleash that adventurous spirit of yours. When it comes to experiencing the wild, two popular options stand out: walking safaris and safari game drives. Each […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/AfricaOnFootWildernessTrailsElephants-370x275.jpg "Guided Walking Safaris vs Guided Game Drives")
![As the sun sets on another remarkable year, we embark on a journey of reflection and celebration at Sun Destinations. Our commitment to unveiling the heart of Africa’s wildlife has shaped a year filled with triumphs, growth, and unwavering dedication. Although you might be used to lodge and safari content from our team, we do […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Mboma-Low-res-0070-370x275.jpg "Delving into Sun Destinations’ 2023 Business Growth")
![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")