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Week in Pics : A Mix of Species

Welcome to the Week in Pictures, our time to showcase the exquisite images taken during the week. This week, we've seen an increase in wildlife visiting camps in an effort to seek out water sources. Lion dynamics are shifting and they're not the only members of the big five we're seeing[…]

National Women's Day in South Africa : Meet Melita the Chef from nThambo

Today, August 9th, is National Women's Day in South Africa and is declared a public holiday. Today is the day we commemorate the 1956 march held by women to petition against an ancient apartheid law that required all persons of colour to carry a 'pass'. This pass was cruelly and unfairly given[…]

Relief Camp Manager Photographs Elephant at Pool in Camp

We're in the full swing of winter in the bushveld, which means our lush velvet vegetation has now become arid and crunchy. During the winter, water sources dwindle which means wildlife congregates at waterholes and tend seek out any available water sources. Elephants love water and will only soak up water[…]

UPDATE : Machaton Male Lions STILL Causing Havoc in the Balule

The 3 Machaton male lions have entered into Mohlabetsi turf with an arsenal of attitude and brazen bravado. Looks wise, they're a powerhouse of all the lion stereotypes - heavyset, cascading manes and a strut that oozes confidence. The Mohlabetsi male lions were initially 8 lions strong and appeared to[…]

Week in Pics : Lions are Causing an Uproar!

It's that time of the week again, when we showcase the eccentric and unpredictable way of the wild. Our photographers and rangers head out into the bushveld with little expectation, but filled with hope. The expanse of land in our reserves means that wildlife roams free, and it's up to[…]

Tuskers Bush Camp : African Wild Dog Pup Sighting!

Warwick Hendry, an avid writer and photographer is currently based at our camps in Botswana. When he sent through his recent update, we were delighted and somewhat green with envy. This was the sighting of a lifetime! Here is his blog : During a recent transfer from Tuskers Bush Camp[…]

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

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