10 Safari Myths: Busted
No single game drive is the same, and that’s one of the reasons we as guides and many of you reading this daily blog, come back again and again. Our …
No single game drive is the same, and that’s one of the reasons we as guides and many of you reading this daily blog, come back again and again. Our …
“Red in the morning, Shepherd’s warning; Red in the night, Shepherd’s delight.” This saying has been a part of weather folklore for centuries. It holds the promise of predicting the …
A few months ago, I wrote about reptiles and, specifically, how crocodiles are able to regulate their core body heat in scorching summer weather. Today, I will delve into the …
While out on drive, there is often a lot of contemplation surrounding the fact that the largest mammals we see here are all herbivores. “A herbivore is an animal anatomically …
With winter in full swing, the bush is thinning out around this time. Being my favourite time of year for multiple reasons, I am savouring every moment. One thing I …
Upon hearing of the presence of the Nkoveni Female and her pair of cubs, along with an impala carcass, well into Londolozi, we make the decision to brave the uncertain …
As we come to the end of my nocturnal series, one elusive creature stands out for me, the genet. Often seen around camp and while on a drive, these incredible …
I know we say this week in and week out, but genuinely, the past week to ten days has been some of the best game viewing we’ve had at Londolozi …
There is no doubt that bats and ostriches have captured the fascination of many people over the years with each of their unique evolutionary paths. How can a mammal be …
Leopard cubs are always high up on the list of most safari goers and for good reason. The adorable playful nature of seeing young cats interacting will leave anybody with …
Over the past couple of months, we have had some incredible lion viewing and the resulting dynamics unfolding across Londolozi have been quite exciting. There are a number of young, …
Far beyond their usual territory, a pack of wild dogs is on the move, racing northwards with an urgency that piques our curiosity. Normally comprising around twenty spirited individuals, it …
The Sand River is the life blood of the Sabi Sand Nature Reserve, but more so than providing for the abundance of wildlife the scenery is spectacular. There is a …
In today’s Virtual Safari, we are thrilled to present the majestic Gijima Male Lions for the very first time as they feast upon a zebra carcass. These impressive lions have …
Many questions have been flying around the Rangers’ Room this week… Where is the Ntomi Male? Where will the young male cheetah be next? What is happening with the females …