![The myriad of waterways, the plethora of wildlife and the lush vegetation in the Okavango Delta make it a sought after safari destination. With its brazen sunsets, hazy landscapes and bronze-coloured waters teeming with animals, this is Botswana’s most prized possession. The serenity of the delta creates a sense of peace that infiltrates the soul. […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/DSC_3620-370x275.jpg "Revisiting the Okavango Panhandle")
Revisiting the Okavango Panhandle
The myriad of waterways, the plethora of wildlife and the lush vegetation in the Okavango Delta make it a sought after safari destination. With its brazen sunsets, hazy landscapes and[…]
![One of the most prominent wildlife sightings in the Okavango Panhandle is the elephants. Wading – sometimes fully submerged – through the waterways, drinking and playing in the wetland paradise. This region in the north-west of the Delta is historical, and forgotten by many except for the die-hard fisherman and travellers seeking the secluded and […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/IMG_2614-370x275.jpg "Baby elephant in the Okavango Delta Panhandle")
Baby elephant in the Okavango Delta Panhandle
One of the most prominent wildlife sightings in the Okavango Panhandle is the elephants. Wading – sometimes fully submerged – through the waterways, drinking and playing in the wetland paradise.[…]
![A water-based safari adds an element of exhilaration, a combination of habitats, and a different experience of the senses. With such generous offerings of these wet wonderlands in Southern Africa, there is a stellar variety of methods by which to experience the wild. Possibly the most decadent of all boating safaris is the houseboat. The […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/Ngwesi-Fishing-2-370x275.jpg "Heaven on a Houseboat")
Heaven on a Houseboat
A water-based safari adds an element of exhilaration, a combination of habitats, and a different experience of the senses. With such generous offerings of these wet wonderlands in Southern Africa,[…]
![You know you’ve hit the safari jackpot when you don’t even have to leave the lodge to see some excellent game. The thing is, we HAD been out on game drive and we had already had our fill for the evening. The fact that we had a honey badger, a herd of elephants, and a […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/IMG_1073-001-370x275.jpg "On Safari at nThambo Tree Camp")
On Safari at nThambo Tree Camp
You know you’ve hit the safari jackpot when you don’t even have to leave the lodge to see some excellent game. The thing is, we HAD been out on game[…]
![nDzuti Safari Camp has a strategically placed waterhole right in front of the expansive deck, adorned with sun loungers and, of course, the bar. In between game drives (which also take place mercifully later than at the crack of dawn) guests have nDzuti’s wonderful, green garden to relax in; either in the shade of the […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/DSC0057-002-370x275.jpg "Elephants and lions visit nDzuti Safari Camp in time for dinner")
Elephants and lions visit nDzuti Safari Camp in time for dinner
The dinner table at nDzuti Safari Camp. Under the stars and next to a crackling fire. Photo by Kevin MacLaughlin. nDzuti Safari Camp has a strategically placed waterhole right in[…]
![Guests at Africa on Foot and nThambo Tree Camp were treated to a fantastic sighting of the Trilogy Males feasting on a male giraffe. The rangers had noticed the giraffe looking worse for wear and feared that it would not last long. The Africa on Foot and nThambo Tree Camp rangers suspect that the Trilogy […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/10497248_10152199372903639_1337541952457180065_o-370x275.jpg "Trilogy Males feast on giraffe")
Trilogy Males feast on giraffe
Guests at Africa on Foot and nThambo Tree Camp were treated to a fantastic sighting of the Trilogy Males feasting on a male giraffe. The rangers had noticed the giraffe[…]
![Who doesn’t love the “cuteness” factor when it comes to wildlife? Dave Jackson has captured a few precious moments on camera of an elephant, giraffe and hippo calf eagerly discovering the world around them. These videos were filmed at nDzuti Safari Camp in the Klaserie Private Nature Reserve. The dam, which is close to nDzuti, […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/GiraffeBaby-370x275.jpg "Cute Videos of Baby Hippo, Elephant and Giraffe")
Cute Videos of Baby Hippo, Elephant and Giraffe
Who doesn’t love the “cuteness” factor when it comes to wildlife? Dave Jackson has captured a few precious moments on camera of an elephant, giraffe and hippo calf eagerly discovering[…]
![It’s winter here in the Klaserie and the breeding herds of elephants are in abundance. Winter time means that the vegetation is sparse and water sources are scarce. The once lush green thickets have turned into dry, amber colour grasses and wildlife becomes desperate for water. This is the season when our wonderful pachyderms, the […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/elliescover-370x275.jpg "Connecting with the Elephants of the Klaserie")
Connecting with the Elephants of the Klaserie
It’s winter here in the Klaserie and the breeding herds of elephants are in abundance. Winter time means that the vegetation is sparse and water sources are scarce. The once[…]
![A few days ago we shared a video of the flap-neck chameleon on our social media channels. Spotting a chameleon always proves to be a highlight of any night game drive. They are tricky to spot because of their mottled green camouflage which ensures they’re well-hidden. Rangers always seem to have fun trying to see […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/dwarfKevin-370x275.png "5 Fun Facts About the Flap-Neck Chameleon")
5 Fun Facts About the Flap-Neck Chameleon
A few days ago we shared a video of the flap-neck chameleon on our social media channels. Spotting a chameleon always proves to be a highlight of any night game[…]
![There’s a buzz in the air in the vicinity of nThambo Tree Camp. Daily we are receiving updates about how the “Trilogy” of male lions are slowly creeping their way into the Ross Pride territory. It was subtle at first and now they are being quite bolshy about their intentions. Initially they appeared skittish with […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/RossPrides-370x275.jpg "The Trilogy of Lions are Causing Drama for the Ross Pride")
The Trilogy of Lions are Causing Drama for the Ross Pride
A lioness walks right past our safari vehicle. There’s a buzz in the air in the vicinity of nThambo Tree Camp. Daily we are receiving updates about how the “Trilogy”[…]