The Lilac-breasted Roller’s Nest

Jess Shillaw January 8, 2025 11

Have you ever seen a Lilac-breasted roller roll? A Lilac-breasted Roller’s name comes from two things: its shimmering lilac breast and its mesmerizing courtship display. This display, a dance of …

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Spending Time With The Three Rivers Female and Her Cub

Ross Cheshire January 6, 2025 1 7

During a recent guest visit, I had the privilege of spending time with the Three Rivers Female and her cub. Watching them interact, I realized it was the perfect moment …

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A Magical African Bushveld Christmas at Londolozi

Megan Kane-Berman December 25, 2024 7

While much of the world may associate Christmas with snowy landscapes, roaring fires, and colourful decorations, Christmas at Londolozi is a celebration deeply rooted in the African bush. Here, the …

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El Niño vs. La Niña: Impacts on Londolozi’s Landscape

Barry Bath December 23, 2024 4

In my time here at Londolozi since the beginning of 2020, we’ve experienced several years of consistently high rainfall. The reliable rains have contributed to a flourishing environment, with healthy …

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Bloodlines Tested: A lesson in Dominance and Defiance

Keagan Chasenski December 18, 2024 9

The deep-throated roar of a male lion at dawn—a sound that reverberates through the very soul of Africa—is enough to electrify any ranger. Venturing deep into the reserve’s southern reaches …

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A Trio of Mating Leopards

Nick Tennick December 9, 2024 4 19

The Sabi Sands is world-renowned for its incredible leopard viewing, and undoubtedly the Leopards of Londolozi are a highlight for guests and guides alike. Rising before dawn to set out …

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The Knobbly Fig: The Tree of Life

Jess Shillaw December 4, 2024 12

There’s something undeniably magical about the Knobbly fig tree. Its long, aerial roots cascade to the earth like nature’s own sculpture, its slanted trunk twists as if whispering ancient secrets, …

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Deep in the River, Where There Were Lions

Kyle Gordon December 3, 2024 9

There’s something special about the thrill of tracking animals in the African bush. On this particular day, we set out on a drive with the goal of following tracks of …

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Venus: The Morning and Evening Star of Londolozi’s Night Skies

Barry Bath November 28, 2024 7

At Londolozi, Venus often captures the attention of both rangers and guests as it shines brightly in the sky, either just before dawn or after sunset. Known as the Morning …

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My Top Ten Images From The Londolozi Fine Art Website

Megan Kane-Berman November 23, 2024 12

At Londolozi, nature unfolds in breathtaking ways every single day. While I may be a bit biased, I can’t help but be in awe of the incredible scenes that emerge …

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What Does A Mother Mean To You?

Jess Shillaw November 21, 2024 3 11

To me, A mother means strength, unshaken, and true, Like the roots of a tree, a deep knowing. She cradles the world with hands soft yet bold, A warrior’s heart, …

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Tragedy for the Nkoveni Trio

Matt Rochford November 19, 2024 1 20

After hearing a report of the Nkoveni Female and her two cubs crossing into Londolozi from our neighbouring reserve Mala Mala, we wasted no time and made our way into …

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A New Face Added- Introducing Dean

Dean Jenkins November 18, 2024 1 12

Everyone has a happy place—a sanctuary that evokes a sense of peace and joy. For me, I found mine at Londolozi. My passion for wildlife has been an intrinsic part …

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The Hamerkop – an Aerial Wizard

Robert Ball November 13, 2024 10

On warm afternoons, Trevor and I often depart from camp with a plan to head straight towards a series of nearby waterholes on our game drives. At this time of …

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A New Coalition on Londolozi: The Kruger and Southern Avoca Males

Nick Tennick November 4, 2024 14

At the beginning of October, two new male lions appeared on the reserve. The sun was rising when we first heard them—two unmistakable roars echoing across the Sand River toward …

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