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It’s Earth Day Everyday at Londolozi

Roxy Burrough April 22, 2023 8

As we pause to celebrate Earth Day today, we are reminded of the importance of protecting our planet’s precious wildlife and ecosystems, a mission that has been at the heart …

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Heartbreak and Hope, a Story of Survival

Kyle Gordon March 21, 2023 31

Life (noun); the condition that distinguishes animals and plants from inorganic matter, including the capacity for growth, reproduction, functional activity, and continual change preceding death. An accurate but very brusque definition of a word that means so much. …

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A Year In Nature – The Shangaan Calendar

Shaun D'Araujo January 23, 2023 11

As 2023 began, I started to reflect on the year that had passed. Each day at Londolozi had followed a natural rhythm. Waking up to the dawn chorus of francolins …

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In the Eye of Evolution: Why are Mammals Warm-Blooded?

Robyn Morrison January 16, 2023 11

I have recently really enjoyed reading Nick Tennick‘s series on how animals keep cool during the summer months. I’ve often found the difference between warm- and cold-blooded animals quite fascinating but …

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8 Books To Read Before Your Trip To Londolozi

Shannon Dawson December 17, 2022 29

When it comes to travel and planning, I find myself immersed in books rather than Google. Prior to any trip, I love to read about my destination, it allows one …

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Orion and Scorpio

Kyle Gordon September 21, 2022 27

The change of seasons is upon us and spring, my personal favourite time of the year is here. Soon there will be an injection of life into the Lowveld system …

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A Territorial Stand-off between the Maxim’s and Senegal Bush Males

Robert Ball September 13, 2022 17

We like to believe that all members of the felidae family have some form of territoriality to them. Male leopards are probably some of the most fiercely territorial. In fact, …

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The History Behind The Aloes

Sean Zeederberg September 8, 2022 16

Aloe gardens adorn the landscape, embellishing the magical scenery around the Londolozi Camps. You’ll see them as you arrive in the Founders Carpark, walk along the path to Pioneer Camp, …

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The Soon-to-be Independent Leopards of Londolozi

Robert Ball August 8, 2022 7 20

Londolozi’s love affair with leopards dates back to when John Varty and Elmon Mhlongo first started tracking and viewing leopards regularly in the 70’s. An exercise that has become known …

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The Golden Thread of the Women of Londolozi

Shannon Dawson August 6, 2022 21

There are many threads that bind us all together. Every role and individual here at Londolozi is unique in their own right and creates a beautiful web throughout our history. …

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How to Search for a Leopard Den Site

Chris Taylor June 30, 2022 9

Leopard are the flagship animals of Londolozi. They represent the success story that is a reconciliation with the land and its natural inhabitants over the last four and half decades. …

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The Alchemy of Safari: The Tracking & Guiding Team

Bronwyn Varty-Laburn June 9, 2022 15

From our beginnings of simple bush adventures to now, after nearly 100 years of safari, Londolozi has had many chapters and innovations. We have pioneered in meditative luxury, photographic safaris …

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The Mother Leopard this Mother’s Day

Bronwyn Varty-Laburn May 7, 2022 11 11

Being a family business means that celebrating the nature of mothers and motherhood has been in our DNA for nearly 100 years. The matriarchs within the Londolozi Family have shaped …

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Photography Series Episode 2: Generations through the lens

Tristan Cooke March 9, 2022 2 22

Photography Series In the month of March, Londolozi is showcasing some of our best photography and photographers alike. This five part blog series will take readers behind some stunning imagery …

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Breaking The Bias

Kirst Joscelyne March 8, 2022 32

Imagine a gender equal world. A world free of bias, stereotypes and discrimination. A world that’s diverse, equitable, and inclusive. A world where difference is valued and celebrated. Together we …

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