![The safari industry refers to the summer season in Kruger as “emerald season”, and for good reason. When the rains pelt down and smother the dry landscape with water, the bushveld awakens from its drab slumber. Those bland branches give birth to plush greenery, and migrant birds flock to the region for its ample supply […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/WIPChacmaWildDogs-370x275.jpg "The Week in Pictures : Avian Delights, Big Cat Carnivals, and Lush Landscapes")
The Week in Pictures : Avian Delights, Big Cat Carnivals, and Lush Landscapes
The safari industry refers to the summer season in Kruger as “emerald season”, and for good reason. When the rains pelt down and smother the dry landscape with water, the[…]
![Em Gatland has flooded our folders with images of the recent lion cub sightings at Chacma Bush Camp. Of the hundreds of images of cubs, there are a handful that we’ve deemed Instagram-worthy. Let’s face it thought, most of em’s images are “Instagrammable“, but these cub images are bound to take social media by storm. […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Cubs12-370x275.jpg "Our Top 14 Most Instagrammable Lion Cub Images from Chacma")
![Before we plunge head first into the tremendous story of how 18 lions killed a waterbuck right outside Chacma Bush Camp – and how it subsequently led to abundant lion cub sightings in camp – we’re going to give you a brief synopsis about this local pride. In total there are 18 lions spotted on […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/ChacmaLionDrinkingWaterhole-370x275.jpg "18 Lions and Cubs on a Waterbuck Kill at Chacma")
![A clear theme for “Week in Pics” has emerged. One sideways glance at the slew of images from our guides and photographers is all you need to figure out the common denominator : CATS. Included in the portfolio of leopard and lion images, there are pictures of charismatic sunsets and general game, which always provides […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/WIPAOFSunsets-370x275.jpg "The Week in Pictures : Cool Cats and Amber Sunsets")
![Lion cubs face a high mortality rate in the wild and are completely helpless when born, relying on their mother for nutrition and protection. Lionesses stash their cubs in den sites for the first few months of their life, ensuring they are protected from plundering scavengers and revengeful testosterone fuelled male lions seeking to take over […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/WIPEZLionCubsBalule-370x275.jpg "The Week in Pictures : Lion Cubs and Pouncing Predators")
![We’re barging into 2019 with the gusto of a revenge filled dagga boy stampeding towards its intended target. It’s going to be a year of endearing moments, bloodcurdling take downs and unique sightings. And we’re going to be right there – in the heart of the action – delivering new stories, videos and images of each performance. […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/WIPChacmaLionCubs2-370x275.jpg "The Week in Pictures : Barging into 2019 with Gusto")
![The festive season arrived without warning, and we’re now in the thick of the madness. Whether you celebrate Christmas or not, you can’t ignore the busyness of the holiday season and the jovial mindset of holidaymakers. And our attitude is – if you can’t beat ’em, join ’em ! The team based at Chacma Bush […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Xmasnthambo8-370x275.jpg "Original Spicy Cocktails and Yuletide Cheer in a Bushveld Setting")
![When one door closes, another one opens. If you applied this famous quote from Alexander Graham Bell to your seasonal advent calendar, you’ve probably devoured your entire calendar in one sitting. It happens. If you’ve run out of delectable chocolates hiding behind those fat santa doors, then take a peek at our safari advent calendar of images. Look, […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Xmas2018-370x275.jpg "The Week in Pictures : Wildlife Advent (ure) Calendar of Images")
![There’s a promise of rain hiding beneath the claps of thunder and bolts of lighting assaulting our senses. We’ve waited patiently for sheets of rain to drown our landscape and replenish our arid soils. The intermittent rains have brought a burst of colour and lush greenery to the wild, but we needed more. After threatening […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/WIPXmasThunderclouds-370x275.jpg "The Week in (Festive) Pictures : Predators Still Sleigh in the Storm")
![Chacma Bush Camp is a magical destination. It’s the birthplace of many a smitten couple. We’re not sure if that exquisite koppie behind the camp boasts special powers, but we know of a few loved up couples that have strengthened their bond while staying at Chacma. This intimate bush camp has been shot by Cupid’s […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/HoneymoonChacma-370x275.jpg "How We Celebrate Your Romantic Safari at Chacma Bush Camp")