A Clash of Lions and Leopards
The summer rains have arrived and for some, waking up to the sound of light rain on the thatched roofs of the lodge is a daunting feeling. What has happened …
The summer rains have arrived and for some, waking up to the sound of light rain on the thatched roofs of the lodge is a daunting feeling. What has happened …
A question often asked by guests at Londolozi is, “How do you remember your way around?”. There are a few hundred kilometers of dirt tracks that criss-cross the bushveld on …
Every now and then I get the sudden urge to relive what has been lived. To look back and to remember the times that have come and gone, and the …
Please would you briefly introduce yourselves Richard (R): My name is Richard Zitha Mthabine. I am currently a Senior Tracker working at Kirkmans Kamp in the Sabi Sand. It is …
As the weather heats up but the real rains have yet to begin, the elephants have continued to flock to the Sand River. Animals are retreating to the shade sooner …
Deep in the wilds of Africa we found our honeymoon chalet. Built over the riverine bush we would lie in bed at night and listen to the animal cries, feeling so …
As the plane descended to the landing strip I could feel an overwhelming suspense in my chest, as if I had been waiting to exhale since the last time I …
I will never forget hearing the first roar from a lion. My entire body filled with adrenaline, fear, anxiety, total alertness. It is a sound that cuts straight to the …
“There is never a dull moment on Londolozi!” A common statement that is often said by Guests, Rangers and Trackers alike. One that we, as Rangers and Trackers, tend to …
I have tried again and again to come up with a day-to-day account of our stay, or to summarize by game drive, but nothing could do it justice. I have …
On the morning of the 4th June 2013 the Londolozi journey of giraffes were looking more spectacular than ever! The golden lowveld winter sun was creating the most breathtaking shapes …
Some sightings are just too beautiful not to post. Not all sightings in the bush need to be drama and action and high intensity in order to leave you stimulated, …
There is nothing more appealing to me personally than waking up early on a cold Winter’s morning with the mist still hovering above the Sand River and the golden and …
Wildlife and photography go together like peas and carrots. It just works. This is the reason that a vast majority of guides either have a serious interest in photography or …