![On the topic of leopards (take a look at what nThambo Tree Camp saw this morning), we thought we’d introduce you to yet another lady leopard we are seeing a lot of: the Marula Mafasi. Marula is the name of one of the most significant trees of the Lowveld, which bears delicious summer fruits loved […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Marula-moving-through-the-bush-370x275.jpg "Leopards to Watch: Marula Mafasi and Ross Dam Female")
Leopards to Watch: Marula Mafasi and Ross Dam Female
On the topic of leopards (take a look at what nThambo Tree Camp saw this morning), we thought we’d introduce you to yet another lady leopard we are seeing a[…]
![Ever since the unusually dry summer season arrived, and the water-dependant prey species wandered off to find reliable rivers and dams to sustain themselves, leopards have come out of the woodwork like never before. The dominant lions are focused on following the buffalo herds, and we’ve seen the Trilogy creep quietly toward areas where they can […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Cleo-profile-370x275.jpg "Leopardess Cleo Seen Strutting Her Stuff in Klaserie")
Leopardess Cleo Seen Strutting Her Stuff in Klaserie
Ever since the unusually dry summer season arrived, and the water-dependant prey species wandered off to find reliable rivers and dams to sustain themselves, leopards have come out of the[…]
![Our gentle pachyderms make for incredible photographic subjects. Marius Zeilinga, a ranger at Umkumbe Safari Lodge, decided to use his creative streak and photograph various parts of an elephant’s anatomy. He’s captured close-ups of ears, tusks, skin, trunk and tail. We’re loving his black and white photos of these emotional jumbos! Here are a few […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/ElephantTail-370x275.jpg "Marius Gets Crazy with Photos of Elephant Anatomy")
Marius Gets Crazy with Photos of Elephant Anatomy
Our gentle pachyderms make for incredible photographic subjects. Marius Zeilinga, a ranger at Umkumbe Safari Lodge, decided to use his creative streak and photograph various parts of an elephant’s anatomy.[…]
![If you’ve been a fan of the lions of the Klaserie, you’ll remember the Good. He was part of a coalition of 3 males we knew as the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly, and eventually, the Good and the Bad became the leaders of the legendary Ross Pride! These two majestic male lions dominated the […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/DSC_0410-370x275.jpg "The Good Feasts with the Ross Pride")
The Good Feasts with the Ross Pride
If you’ve been a fan of the lions of the Klaserie, you’ll remember the Good. He was part of a coalition of 3 males we knew as the Good, the[…]
![It’s a rare privilege to spot a lone and elusive cheetah while out on game drive. Cheetahs are delicate, slender cats that differ somewhat from other brutish feline species. They’re the sprinters of the wildlife kingdom and are often mistaken for leopards due to their similar rosette patterned coat. These solitary cats can reach speeds […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/CheetahBillys4-370x275.jpg "A Cheetah in Front of Ezulwini Billy’s Lodge")
A Cheetah in Front of Ezulwini Billy’s Lodge
It’s a rare privilege to spot a lone and elusive cheetah while out on game drive. Cheetahs are delicate, slender cats that differ somewhat from other brutish feline species. They’re[…]
![Game viewing in Africa is an unpredictable affair. In the space of an hour you might get to witness a predator kill and see the big five. The next day you might only see a herd of anxious impala. This is why a safari is a complete adventure. Your game ranger and tracker study the […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/MG_5797-370x275.jpg "Three’s a Crowd : Ezulwini Leopard Extravaganza")
Three’s a Crowd : Ezulwini Leopard Extravaganza
Game viewing in Africa is an unpredictable affair. In the space of an hour you might get to witness a predator kill and see the big five. The next day[…]
![The plump little cherub with his single heart-shaped arrow will be making his annual appearance on the 14th February. Every year, without fail, Cupid appears on just about every piece of paraphernalia. In our eager world of consumerism, we lap it up and keep Cupid in business. Welcome to Valentine’s day, a day when many […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/WildDogsMauritz-370x275.jpg "Valentine’s Day : 4 Monogamous Animals Seen on Safari")
Valentine’s Day : 4 Monogamous Animals Seen on Safari
The plump little cherub with his single heart-shaped arrow will be making his annual appearance on the 14th February. Every year, without fail, Cupid appears on just about every piece[…]
![There’s no denying that khaki fever is a reality. Much the same as a uniformed soldier, pilot, ship captain, or Navy SEAl, a game ranger donning khakis, epaulets, and a t-shirt tan evokes an undeniable response from mere civillians. Just like animal instinct, the most primal laws of attraction apply in the bush, and one would […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Jen-and-Greg-2-370x275.jpg "Valentine’s Day Special: Love Blossoms in the Bush")
Valentine’s Day Special: Love Blossoms in the Bush
There’s no denying that khaki fever is a reality. Much the same as a uniformed soldier, pilot, ship captain, or Navy SEAl, a game ranger donning khakis, epaulets, and a[…]
![We had to throw in the word “love” in our title given that it’s Valentine’s day on Sunday. Overly commercialised, somewhat cheesy and over-the-top; but yet another reason to celebrate our love…of nature ! We actually have something special in store for you this Valentine’s day, so check in again on the 14th to find out how […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/WildDogScurry-370x275.jpg "Week in Pictures : Wildlife Photos Compiled with Love")
Week in Pictures : Wildlife Photos Compiled with Love
We had to throw in the word “love” in our title given that it’s Valentine’s day on Sunday. Overly commercialised, somewhat cheesy and over-the-top; but yet another reason to celebrate our[…]
![The Balule Nature Reserve is one of the Greater Kruger’s hidden gems. Untouched by commercialism and sharing unfenced borders with the Kruger National Park ; the Balule certainly deserves a place in the crème de la crème of safari guides. The Balule is home to the big five. The Olifants River courses through the reserve, which creates […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/Sunset-370x275.jpg "Top 5 Reasons to Visit the Balule Nature Reserve")
Top 5 Reasons to Visit the Balule Nature Reserve
The Balule Nature Reserve is one of the Greater Kruger’s hidden gems. Untouched by commercialism and sharing unfenced borders with the Kruger National Park ; the Balule certainly deserves a place[…]