![Spring is, after all, the season of new beginnings and in the wild, this rings especially true. With the return of the rains, dry landscapes are transformed into vibrant, lush wonderlands. Nutrient-rich grasses and fresh foliage emerge, offering a buffet for herbivores, while waterholes refill — perfect for sightings like dagga boys and elephant herds […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/PHOTO-2025-10-07-14-19-15-2-370x275.jpg "Spring Wildlife Highlights: Blossoms, Babies and Nature’s Comeback")
Spring Wildlife Highlights: Blossoms, Babies and Nature’s Comeback
Spring is, after all, the season of new beginnings and in the wild, this rings especially true. With the return of the rains, dry landscapes are transformed into vibrant, lush[…]
![There is a magic in Africa that seeps into your soul and changes you forever. You will always want to come back. Whether it is the golden sunsets, the vast open plains, the never-ending feeling of spaciousness, the wildness, the vibrant and warm people, the once-in-a-lifetime moments. Africa changes you forever and stays with you […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/USLR-Wildlife-2020-10-370x275.jpg "Exploring the Iconic Private Reserves of the Greater Kruger")
![You may have seen some of the phenomenal wildlife footage on our socials, captured by wildlife enthusiast and photography pro Kevin MacLaughlin. His lens reveals intimate moments and breathtaking close-ups of some of Africa’s wildest and most elusive creatures. Each month, Kevin spends dedicated time exploring the spectacular Klaserie Private Nature Reserve, home to Africa […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/IMG-20240924-WA0017-Large-370x275.jpeg "Capturing The Wild: A Q&A with Wildlife Photographer Kevin MacLaughlin")
![Life in the wild is dependant on water. Without water, the bush becomes a barren, dry land. Water sustains all life. So much of the wilderness is intricately interconnected. The cycles of life move with the seasons. Before clocks, cellphones and calendars told us the time, day and month, the bushmen and indigenous people would […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/USLR-Birding-Paul-Zimmer-Guest-June-2025-3-Large-370x275.jpeg "Water in the Wild: The Myths of Rain and Ritual in African Folklore")
![Nature has been putting on a dramatic and spectacular show in the African bushveld this dry season. As water sources dwindle and the bush thins out, there have been near-daily big cat sightings, bustling waterhole activity to heightened dramatic scenes of predator-prey stand offs. The last few months have been wildly spectacular both on the […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/DSC_2403-Large-370x275.jpeg "Wildlife Highlights: The Drama of Dry Season in The African Bushveld")
![This month we are celebrating remarkable women in wildlife. Meet Lozanne, our passionate head guide and manager of Africa on Foot. Nestled in the heart of the untamed Klaserie, Africa on Foot specialises in immersive walking safaris. A major drawcard not only for adventurous guests but also for guides like Lozanne who thrive on the rare […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/PHOTO-2025-08-06-05-49-42-2-370x275.jpg "Your Guide To The Wild: Meet Lozanne From Africa on Foot")
![Unpacking the fascinating hunting styles of Africa’s predators reveals more than survival. It tells the raw, unfiltered truth about life in the wild. In the bush, especially in dry season, predator-prey action takes centre stage. What may appear to be chaos to come is, in fact, a complex dance of instinct and adaptation. Each predator […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/AOF-2018-Wildlife-Emma-Gatland-22-Large-370x275.jpeg "Predator-Prey Action: Hunting Methods in the Wild")
![Going on safari in winter in South Africa and Botswana means crisp, clear skies, wrapped up in blankets, storytelling beneath the stars, the vast thick river of the Milky Way above. Is there anything more ingrained within our bones than sitting beside a flickering fire and sharing stories? An act as old as man, storytelling […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/EmGatland-7600-370x275.jpg "Storytelling beneath the Stars: Campfire Chats")
![“The bush is that of a treasure hunt – sometimes you find things, and other times you don’t. And when you don’t, your knowledge is key and your most powerful tool in how to find the things all of our guests desire to see. Although the big “things” are amazing, it’s the smaller things we […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/PHOTO-2025-04-02-09-45-06-370x275.jpg "The Art of Tracking: Tips, Tricks, Signs and Wonderful Discoveries")
![Most safari dreams are made of giant golden manes and spotted coats, but the puzzle of a safari includes a host of fascinating, less familiar critter encounters that you may never even have considered sighting. Pieces of a puzzle An amazing guide once shared that going on safari is like doing a large puzzle. Each […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/EmGatland-1008-Large-370x275.jpeg "Critter Encounters in the Wild: Surprising Small Sightings on Safari")