![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[…]
![The festive season bought a flurry of activity to the Klaserie, despite the looming drought and lack of steady rainfall. The past few years the Klaserie has enjoyed consistent rainfall during the Summer season, but the change in climate is evident in the behaviour from plains game to the big game at the top of […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/WIPFeb6-370x275.jpg "Week in Pics : The Day of the Leopard")
Week in Pics : The Day of the Leopard
The festive season bought a flurry of activity to the Klaserie, despite the looming drought and lack of steady rainfall. The past few years the Klaserie has enjoyed consistent rainfall[…]
![Animated and endlessly cheerful, Natasha Mazini is an uplifting spirit at Africa on Foot where she works as an energetic chef, perfecting the recipe for South Africa’s famous malva pudding. The bush camp kitchen is always alive with chatter and laughter, as the tempting aromas of sizzling bacon and home-baked quiches fill the air. You can […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Natasha-serving-freshly-baked-bread-370x275.jpg "Africa on Foot Chef: Natasha Mazini")
Africa on Foot Chef: Natasha Mazini
Animated and endlessly cheerful, Natasha Mazini is an uplifting spirit at Africa on Foot where she works as an energetic chef, perfecting the recipe for South Africa’s famous malva pudding. The[…]
![What a weekend it’s been! It’s probably best to start off with saying that we had 3 leopard sightings in 3 days. How fortunate for us that these elusive beauties were out and about at the same time as we were. Guests at Africa on Foot and nThambo Tree Camp also enjoyed scenes of elephant, […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/20160129-_MG_7635-370x275.jpg "Lady Leopard, Cleo, Eyes out Impala")
Lady Leopard, Cleo, Eyes out Impala
What a weekend it’s been! It’s probably best to start off with saying that we had 3 leopard sightings in 3 days. How fortunate for us that these elusive beauties[…]