The Week In Pictures #695
April is the kindest month. The light softens, the air cools, and the bush breathes between seasons. April has arrived, and the bush is shifting into its autumn rhythm. The …
April is the kindest month. The light softens, the air cools, and the bush breathes between seasons. April has arrived, and the bush is shifting into its autumn rhythm. The …
Vast, open grasslands stretched to the horizon, the golden glow of tall yellow grass swaying gently in the breeze. The sun hangs low in a blue sky mosaicked with clouds, …
The start of Autumn. The autumn days are in full swing all around us here at Londolozi. The rainy clouds still persist, the autumn sunrises are shades of pink, purple, …
There are few birds as iconic in the African bushveld as the Oxpecker. On a game drive at Londolozi, spotting these small yet tenacious birds darting across the backs of …
Some drives or moments immediately become highly ranked as a top memory in our tenure as a guide. An experience which you just know is going to be something you …
The African wilderness is a place of constant change. Seasons shift, temperatures fluctuate, and the wildlife must adapt to survive. At Londolozi, we experience sweltering summers and crisp, dry winters, …
Water is the lifeblood of Londolozi and we are very fortunate to have that in abundance at this time of year. A couple weeks ago we had a beautiful downpour …
As dawn approached, the first light painted the sky in delicate shades of pink and gold. There was excitement in the air, specifically for one reason: about five weeks ago, …
Nature most definitely is the ultimate tinkerer. She seems never to be satisfied with what is and instead constantly upgrades the performance of everything on Earth simultaneously. The point I …
Vultures are often misunderstood creatures, yet their role in maintaining the balance of the ecosystem is invaluable. At Londolozi, these scavengers perform an essential function, ensuring that nothing goes to …
Bird feathers have historically held a profound place in myths, folklore, and cultural traditions. Revered for their connection to the heavens and their association with the spiritual realm, feathers have been …
Every year, millions of Barn Swallows (Hirundo rustica) make a remarkable journey from their breeding grounds in Europe to the warm, sun-riched plains of South Africa. This long migration is …
The other day, I witnessed one of the most incredible leopard hunts, which guide Bryce Trodd explains in another blog post. During the sighting, I was very intrigued by the …
Summer is well and truly in full swing at Londolozi! The bush has been teeming with life and we have been treated to some pretty spectacular sightings. The bush has …
I have always been immensely fascinated by the wild. It was during a walk around the perimeter fence of my family’s holiday house on a game reserve in the Limpopo …