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Africa on Foot Camp Manager: Jen Harman

In continuation with our Behind the Scenes video segment, allow us to introduce Jen Harman, Camp Manager at Africa on Foot. (Meet our Maintenance Man, Alfred, and our Chef, Natasha here!) Things would just not be the same without Jen's expert organisation and willingness to do whatever it takes to ensure guests[…]

Week in Pictures: Seeing Spots!

It's no secret that the state of the drought in South Africa is having dire consequences on some of the water-reliant species of the Kruger Park. Some areas have received more rain than others, but in those areas where rainfall is severely lacking, we've been seeing some interesting wildlife activity[…]

Solo Female Cheetah Spotted in Klaserie

A rare and unique sighting of the ever elusive cheetah took place this morning for guests at Africa on Foot and nThambo Tree Camp. Cheetahs are a protected species, listed as vulnerable on the IUCN red list, and their estimated wild population in Southern Africa is a heartbreakingly low 4190[…]

Leopard Kill at Africa on Foot Camp

Last night, Africa on Foot guests arrived back at camp after an exciting game drive during which time everyone enjoyed a fantastic sighting of the female leopard known as the Marula Mafasi. This is the second sighting we've had of her this week, so we are getting quite used to[…]

How the Big Cats of the Balule Take Down Prey

Just recently we've seen our fair share of big cats in the Balule. There've been cheetah sightings outside of Ezulwini Billy's Lodge, sightings of leopards mating and lions doing what they do best - nothing! Let's look at how the various big cats seen in the Balule take down their[…]

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 lot of: the Marula Mafasi. Marula is the name of one of the most significant trees of the Lowveld, which[…]

Adventures in the Klaserie: Guest Review of nThambo Tree Camp

Storytelling beneath the Stars: Campfire Chats

The Art of Tracking: Tips, Tricks, Signs and Wonderful Discoveries