12 Hours at Shingi Dam | Virtual Safari #301
The concept was simple, perhaps criminally so: A full twelve hours, from 05h30 until sundown, planted at Shingi Dam. This was meant to be the ultimate test of observational guiding …
The concept was simple, perhaps criminally so: A full twelve hours, from 05h30 until sundown, planted at Shingi Dam. This was meant to be the ultimate test of observational guiding …
Mother Nature rarely offers neat conclusions, but every so often, the wild delivers something that defies expectation. All week, I’ve been turning over how to follow up on last episode’s …
On a recent afternoon, I found myself perched in one of the most picturesque sections of the Sand River, eagerly awaiting a spectacular sunset and with it the mesmerizing activity …
During the course of this past week out in the field, we have been enjoying the true highlights of autumn weather and all the beauty that comes with being on …
This week’s theme has definitely been along the lines of warm golden light, on the dry hues of brown and beige at the back end of our dry season. Although …
I’m a strong believer in providing the mind enough solace in order for it to operate at its most efficient and effective. Luckily for us here at Londolozi, there are …
“Pinotage is the juice extracted from women’s tongues and lion’s hearts. After having a sufficient quantity one can talk forever and fight the devil.” – written anonymously on the wall …
As humans, we don’t have the ability to walk or talk from the moment we are born, we learn it. The same applies for some animals. Yes, most are able …
The Tsalala pride, and indeed many prides across the Sabi Sands and throughout Africa, shift their prey preferences depending on the season. The abundance of wildebeest calves at the start …
The Sand River is the lifeblood of Londolozi, and indeed the Sabi Sand reserve as a whole. From the reserve’s western boundary, the river flows through 8 different properties on …
It comes with much relief for me, and the rest of the Ranging team, to know that you, where ever you may be, are sitting reading this blog about the …
Getting back from leave, the bush was far greener than I expected it to be. Late rains have given the Lowveld a final flush into winter, but already the animals …