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LIVE Safari Diary: Road Trip to Umkumbe Safari Lodge

After a gruelling 7 hour journey driving a rented car from O.R Tambo to the Kruger, we finally arrived at our destination: The Umkumbe Safari Lodge in the Sabi Sands. It's not the most pleasant of self-drive journeys, but it certainly is straightforward. The only area that is problematic is[…]

LIVE Safari Diary: Just Seen Cheetah at Africa on Foot

I arrived at Africa on Foot late last night. While en route there was a curious incident with an elephant's backside. I won't go into too much detail but if you're self-driving to Africa on Foot, be prepared to stumble across strange animal encounters. However, this is not the crux[…]

What is Happening with Sightings in the Klaserie?

It seems the lion prides are prevelant in the Klaserie at the moment. Guests have recorded a variey of predator sightings in the past few weeks. The sightings in the Klaserie have been in abundance and the reserve comes highly recommended for any guests wanting unparalleled game viewing experiences -[…]

Video Clip of the Ross Pride Cubs

This has a cuteness factor of 100 %. Brett Thomson, our director, took this video clip of the Ross Pride enjoying family time. There's an elephant feast and cubs practicing their pouncing skills.

What is Happening with the Klaserie's Ross Pride of lions?

If you're a fan of lion pride dynamics and follow the various prides within the Greater Kruger area, you've more than likely heard about the famous Ross Pride of lions that traverse the Klaserie Private Nature Reserve. I'm not going to delve too deeply into the history of the pride,[…]

Mapula Lodge Okavango Delta

Ideally located in a hippo lagoon in the tropical, wildlife-rich Okavango Delta, Mapula Lodge is perfect for guests wanting to experience the untouched wilderness. From birding safaris, to canoe trips in traditional Mokoros, and night game drives; guests are never short of safari activities. Each of the rooms has been[…]

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

Safari Super Moms: Matriarchs of the Animal Kingdom

Botswana’s Safari Seasons: Wildlife, Weather & When to Visit