![There are a number of resident lion coalitions and prides on Africa on Foot and nThambo’s traverse. These are the local battle-scarred kings and queens that have staked their claim on the land around camps, and frequently put on award-winning shows for guests. The ever-shifting pride dynamics ensure things are never static with our lions, and we’re often gifted […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/UnknownLionsKlaserie7-370x275.jpg "Skittish Lions Feast on Giraffe Kill for Days")
Skittish Lions Feast on Giraffe Kill for Days
There are a number of resident lion coalitions and prides on Africa on Foot and nThambo’s traverse. These are the local battle-scarred kings and queens that have staked their claim on the[…]
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![Fantastic predator action in the Klaserie this weekend with the presence of the Mapoza male lions who took down a buffalo and began to feast on Friday morning. These coalition brothers are in great condition, and it was a wild and raw experience to watch them tucking in to their kill gruesomely. When we arrived […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/EmGatland-9978-370x275.jpg "Lion Kill Taken Over in Hyena & Vulture Frenzy!")
Lion Kill Taken Over in Hyena & Vulture Frenzy!
Fantastic predator action in the Klaserie this weekend with the presence of the Mapoza male lions who took down a buffalo and began to feast on Friday morning. These coalition[…]
![Less than a week ago our rangers enthralled guests with a rare sighting of the powerful and elusive Hercules pride of lions. The term “Hercules” is derived from Greek mythology. Hercules was the son of Zeus and was believed to have an almost supernatural strength. Thus, it’s fair to say that this burgeoning pride is […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/AOFHercules2-370x275.jpg "Hercules Pride Kill Buffalo Outside Ranger’s Block")
Hercules Pride Kill Buffalo Outside Ranger’s Block
Less than a week ago our rangers enthralled guests with a rare sighting of the powerful and elusive Hercules pride of lions. The term “Hercules” is derived from Greek mythology.[…]
![After catching up with the Breakaway lionesses and one Mapoza male yesterday morning looking decidedly lazy and content with sleeping all day, we were hoping the cooler evening hours would coax them into action. Well, action was what we got! Afternoon game drive took a dramatic turn at Africa on Foot and nThambo Tree Camp […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/701_0911-370x275.jpg "VIDEO: Front Row Seats at a Lion Kill in Klaserie")
VIDEO: Front Row Seats at a Lion Kill in Klaserie
After catching up with the Breakaway lionesses and one Mapoza male yesterday morning looking decidedly lazy and content with sleeping all day, we were hoping the cooler evening hours would[…]
![This was one of those wildlife sightings, which tugs sharply at the heart strings, and leaves you breathless with disbelief. It’s awe-inspiring and staggeringly sad all at the same time, and we have to remind ourselves that we are exceptionally lucky to bear witness to the wild and untamed natural world in the Kruger Park. […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/701_9720-370x275.jpg "Lionesses Prey on Stillborn Elephant Calf")
Lionesses Prey on Stillborn Elephant Calf
This was one of those wildlife sightings, which tugs sharply at the heart strings, and leaves you breathless with disbelief. It’s awe-inspiring and staggeringly sad all at the same time,[…]
![It’s been a week of merciful drizzle so far in the Klaserie, and this morning as Africa on Foot set out on an award-winning walking safari, nThambo Tree Camp guests headed off in their new Cruiser to see what was on offer for their early game drive. Turns out: a lot! The predators were out […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/702_3553-370x275.jpg "nThambo’s Predator Safari with Lions and Wild Dogs!")
nThambo’s Predator Safari with Lions and Wild Dogs!
It’s been a week of merciful drizzle so far in the Klaserie, and this morning as Africa on Foot set out on an award-winning walking safari, nThambo Tree Camp guests[…]
![With the tough drought conditions that have plagued the Kruger Park this year, it’s no surprise that the grazing animals are weaker than they would be if they had fed on the green grass of summer. In the Klaserie, we’ve seen the buffaloes falling victim to hungry lions regularly, meaning that the king predators are getting […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/DSC_9000ntc-370x275.jpg "Another Day, Another Feast for Klaserie Lions")
Another Day, Another Feast for Klaserie Lions
With the tough drought conditions that have plagued the Kruger Park this year, it’s no surprise that the grazing animals are weaker than they would be if they had fed on[…]
![When buffaloes lose their lives to lions, it’s the beginning of a process of decomposition, and it is surprising just how many creatures benefit from the death of the buffalo after the lions have done their part and eaten the meat from the bones. The entire buffalo gets put to use and all that remains might […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/SS-leopard-370x275.jpg "The Never Ending Story: Leopard Visits Lion Kill")
The Never Ending Story: Leopard Visits Lion Kill
When buffaloes lose their lives to lions, it’s the beginning of a process of decomposition, and it is surprising just how many creatures benefit from the death of the buffalo[…]
![This morning’s safari activities at Africa on Foot began extra early when everyone in camp was woken up by an animal commotion at 04h30! The unmistakable sound of a buffalo in distress bellowed through the darkness, while the determined growls of lions making a kill added to the frightening calls. Quick as a flash, the […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/IMG_1204-370x275.jpg "Lions Kill Buffalo while Guests Witness from Treehouse")
Lions Kill Buffalo while Guests Witness from Treehouse
This morning’s safari activities at Africa on Foot began extra early when everyone in camp was woken up by an animal commotion at 04h30! The unmistakable sound of a buffalo[…]
![Lion tension continues in the Klaserie! The arrival of the Mapoza male lions sent things into a tailspin in the kingdom of the Trilogy males. Since this pair of unknown lions, now known as the Mapozas, arrived on the block we’ve seen them mating with the Ross Breakaway lionesses, Mabande lying low and then emerging […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/DSC_4447ntc-370x275.jpg "Mapoza Males & Breakaway Lionesses on Kudu Kill")
Mapoza Males & Breakaway Lionesses on Kudu Kill
Lion tension continues in the Klaserie! The arrival of the Mapoza male lions sent things into a tailspin in the kingdom of the Trilogy males. Since this pair of unknown[…]