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#GuestSafariFeedback: We chat to David Batzofin about Chacma

Renowned travel blogger David Batzofin is no stranger to the collection of camps and lodges within the Sun Destinations portfolio, and is a regular guest-turned-blogger within our Kruger circuit (catch him here: Travel and Things). He has gained recognition for his work in documenting various travel experiences, sharing reviews, and[…]

Head to Nambu and Nyala for an elevated safari experience

Built on elevated sections of land in their respective reserves, overlooking the gnarled thickets of the Kruger, are Nambu Camp and Nyala Safari Lodge. Both lodges offer a sense of simple luxury and take advantage of their aspect. Nyala Safari Lodge offers unsurpassed views of the seasonal Mohlabetsi River, with[…]

Girl power! This Women's Day, we chat with the Angel(e) of Ezulwini

In honour of Women's Day, we interviewed Angele Rouillard-Sanders from Ezulwini Game Lodges—truly a remarkable woman known for her talent, kindness, passion for nature, ability-to-do-everything-at-once, and attention to detail when it comes managing lodges. We wanted to shine a spotlight on this multifaceted and inspiring individual with a fascinating background.[…]

Botswana Revisited: Exploring the Delta, Chobe, and Moremi

Given that we've recently refreshed and relaunched our Botswana packages, we thought we'd use this opportunity to revisit our boutique collection of camps and lodges in Botswana. Offering an introduction to destinations on many visitors' "safari hotlists," our portfolio of accommodations spans diverse and coveted regions. Explore the famed Moremi[…]

A wildlife extravaganza at Umkumbe Safari Lodge Riverside

The consistent five-star reviews on TripAdvisor about Umkumbe's guiding and tracking team testify to their skill in tracking and finding wildlife. But that's not all—this close-knit team is not only adept at locating wildlife, but they're also impeccable hosts. The Sun Destinations head office loves nothing more than receiving consistent[…]

Exploring the safari lifestyle at these four lodges

When we speak about the safari lifestyle, we aren't referring to the iconic activities like bush walks, game drives and wildlife. The safari lifestyle embodies the in-camp and added value experiences designed to enhance your safari holiday. The camps we represent epitomise the essence of the safari lifestyle, and this[…]

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