The Week in Pictures #693
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, …
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 …
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 …
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 …
There is no better way to start a virtual safari than with a male lion roaring. We spend an evening with one of the Ndzhenga Males as he lets off …
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 …
Over the last little while, we seem to be drawn to the banks of the Sand River near Finfoot Crossing, with various animals making appearances there. This Week’s Virtual Safari …
The Week in Pictures is a celebration of the ever-changing beauty of Londolozi – capturing just a fragment of the rich tapestry that unfolds over a year. Time moves swiftly …
Recently over New Year’s I drove guests who have a long-standing history of visiting Londolozi and in turn, have a rather long-standing love and appreciation for some of the specific …
The summer paintings – green textures, scatterlings of wildflowers, blue skies, dramatic clouds, golden glow and ripples in the flowing water. This week we have been fortunate enough to see …
The Ntsevu Breakaways, a coalition of four young males and one female, have become an increasingly intriguing story in the lion dynamics of the Sabi Sand Nature Reserve. These lions, …
We often talk about the benefits of each season here at Londolozi, and while the heat of summer can be more difficult to handle, the benefits that come alongside it …
Vultures are often misunderstood creatures, yet they play a vital role in maintaining the health of ecosystems, particularly in Southern Africa. These so-called “nature’s clean-up crew” prevent disease, recycle nutrients, …
The lush green landscapes of summer provide the perfect backdrop for nature’s vibrant activity. The rains have transformed the reserve and continue to nourish it, making it bursting with life. …