![Guiding is an art form. A dance between awareness, knowledge, and intuition. It is about noticing the subtlest of movements through the dense bush: the black tip of a tail swooshing past, a glimmer of colour, a shape out of place. It is about reading the landscapes, from the spoor in the sand to listening […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/EmmaGatland10608-Large-370x275.jpeg "Expert Guides to the Wild: Chacma Bush Camp")
Expert Guides to the Wild: Chacma Bush Camp
Guiding is an art form. A dance between awareness, knowledge, and intuition. It is about noticing the subtlest of movements through the dense bush: the black tip of a tail[…]
Posts tagged “ Safari”
![Guest Paul Zimmer shares his wonderful and insightful journey experiencing the wonders of Umkumbe Safari Lodge Riverside. Nothing brings us greater joy than experiencing a safari through the eyes (or lens, really) of a guest- except for maybe going on safari ourselves! Please note that all the images in this post have been taken by […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/USLR-Wildlife-Paul-Zimmer-Guest-June-2025-19-Large-370x275.jpeg "Through the lens of a guest: Paul Zimmer experiences Umkumbe Safari Lodge")
Through the lens of a guest: Paul Zimmer experiences Umkumbe Safari Lodge
Guest Paul Zimmer shares his wonderful and insightful journey experiencing the wonders of Umkumbe Safari Lodge Riverside. Nothing brings us greater joy than experiencing a safari through the eyes (or[…]
![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")
Predator-Prey Action: Hunting Methods in the Wild
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,[…]
![Dry season in the African bushveld is known for delivering spectacular sightings and this season has been full of epic, action-packed encounters. From big cats to birds of prey, the predator-prey action has been off the charts. Here are the latest wildlife highlights and sightings from our collection of camps in the Greater Kruger and […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/PHOTO-2025-06-24-16-50-31-370x275.jpg "Latest Wildlife Sightings: Dry Season Delivering Epic Encounters")
Latest Wildlife Sightings: Dry Season Delivering Epic Encounters
Dry season in the African bushveld is known for delivering spectacular sightings and this season has been full of epic, action-packed encounters. From big cats to birds of prey, the[…]
![From dawn until dusk, every moment of the day on a safari feels like a sacred ritual that pulls us into the present moment. Waking up to a gentle tap at the door, before even the dawn chorus of birdsong has begun, wrapping up in layers for a crisp dawn game drive with a quick […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/DSC_3345-Large-370x275.jpeg "Safari Rituals: Dawn to Dusk Adventuring and Everything In Between")
Safari Rituals: Dawn to Dusk Adventuring and Everything In Between
From dawn until dusk, every moment of the day on a safari feels like a sacred ritual that pulls us into the present moment. Smiles and sunrises at Africa on[…]
![Situated in the vast wilderness of the Klaserie, nThambo Tree Camp sits perched on stilts, overlooking a wild plain. Guest, Max Beeson, sent us some incredible imagery taken on his safari visiting this dense, wildlife-rich region. We took the opportunity to dive a little deeper and find out more about his experience visiting this slice […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/PHOTO-2025-05-30-11-54-33-370x275.jpg "Adventures in the Klaserie: Guest Review of nThambo Tree Camp")
Adventures in the Klaserie: Guest Review of nThambo Tree Camp
Situated in the vast wilderness of the Klaserie, nThambo Tree Camp sits perched on stilts, overlooking a wild plain. Guest, Max Beeson, sent us some incredible imagery taken on his[…]
![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")
Storytelling beneath the Stars: Campfire Chats
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[…]
![“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")
The Art of Tracking: Tips, Tricks, Signs and Wonderful Discoveries
“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[…]
![In the vast tapestry of our natural world, motherhood manifests in many forms. Each is uniquely adapted to ensure the continuation of life. As we honour mothers in Southern Hemisphere today, we shine a light on the remarkable female leaders of the animal kingdom, those whose diverse approaches to nurturing the next generation inspires both […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Em-Gatland-38-370x275.jpg "Safari Super Moms: Matriarchs of the Animal Kingdom")
Safari Super Moms: Matriarchs of the Animal Kingdom
In the vast tapestry of our natural world, motherhood manifests in many forms. Each is uniquely adapted to ensure the continuation of life. As we honour mothers in Southern Hemisphere[…]
![Safaris stay with you long after the dust has settled. They are so much more than simply a journey into the wild, not only are they an extraordinary experience, they help protect the wild places you visit. Know that your presence and choice to go on a safari matters. By visiting the wild, you play […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/elephantsNyala-370x275.jpg "Safaris and Conservation: A Wild Pact")
Safaris and Conservation: A Wild Pact
Safaris stay with you long after the dust has settled. They are so much more than simply a journey into the wild, not only are they an extraordinary experience, they[…]