![It is widely known that elephants adore the water, whether it is a brimming dam of refreshment or a shallow mud wallow, elephants get stuck in and their characterful personalities shine through as they splash and bathe and roll their enormous bodies over in delight. It is endlessly entertaining to witness the joy of their […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/elephant-enjoying-the-water-370x275.jpg "Elephants get stuck into Savuti mud bath")
Elephants get stuck into Savuti mud bath
It is widely known that elephants adore the water, whether it is a brimming dam of refreshment or a shallow mud wallow, elephants get stuck in and their characterful personalities[…]
Posts tagged “ Botswana”
![It could possibly be the original Secret Garden. Or perhaps, the Garden of Eden. Either way, Linyanti is alluring and unique, and feels quite magical, preserved, and untouched. Nestled beneath its enchanting trees, on the edge of the brimming floodplain, Camp Linyanti has claimed its position in the northernmost corner of Chobe National Park and […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/hippo-close-linyanti-370x275.jpg "On Your Bucket List: Camp Linyanti")
On Your Bucket List: Camp Linyanti
It could possibly be the original Secret Garden. Or perhaps, the Garden of Eden. Either way, Linyanti is alluring and unique, and feels quite magical, preserved, and untouched. Nestled beneath[…]
![Goings on at the camp are as exciting as ever and it seems that every major predator has come out to play. During our #livebushfeed edition on Wednesday, we were getting live reports from the rangers at Africa on Foot that the Trilogy Lions – a mean coalition of 3 males – was stalking and hunting buffalo. The […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/elephant-landscape-aof-kevin-370x275.jpg "The Week in Pictures: A Photography Round Up")
The Week in Pictures: A Photography Round Up
Goings on at the camp are as exciting as ever and it seems that every major predator has come out to play. During our #livebushfeed edition on Wednesday, we were getting[…]
![It is known that Chobe National Park is the home of the elephants, a stronghold for the biggest mammals of the land, and a paradise for any elephant-lover lucky to travel there on safari. One of the best kept secrets of this grand, old, national park of Botswana can be found in its northern most […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/elephants-linyanti-swimming-370x275.jpg "An elephant affair at Camp Linyanti")
An elephant affair at Camp Linyanti
It is known that Chobe National Park is the home of the elephants, a stronghold for the biggest mammals of the land, and a paradise for any elephant-lover lucky to[…]
![It was one of those very memorable sightings one can only really expect from the legendary Savute marsh. Wildlife is unpredictable everywhere in Africa, throwing indescribable beauty at you around every turn, but there is something mysteriously magical about the Savuti, starting with the Savuti Channel that sprung from dormancy, to life, after 30 years. […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/savuti-pride-water-370x275.jpg "Pride of 13 Lions drinking from the Savuti Channel")
Pride of 13 Lions drinking from the Savuti Channel
It was one of those very memorable sightings one can only really expect from the legendary Savute marsh. Wildlife is unpredictable everywhere in Africa, throwing indescribable beauty at you around[…]
![Wild dogs are possibly the most entertaining animals to watch… when you are lucky enough to spot them on game drive! Firstly, they are incredible predators, they have beautifully patterned pelts, they are never alone, and they are always interacting with each other in a playful and noisy fashion. Lions, on the other hand, enjoy the […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/wilddogs-savuti-11-700x260-370x275.jpg "Wild Dogs Hunt And Drink At The Savuti Channel")
Wild Dogs Hunt And Drink At The Savuti Channel
Wild dogs are possibly the most entertaining animals to watch… when you are lucky enough to spot them on game drive! Firstly, they are incredible predators, they have beautifully patterned[…]
![This week appeared to be dominated by predator and big five sightings, in both the Kruger and Botswana. This week presented us with a showdown between a baboon and a leopard at Camp Linyanti. Needless to say, the leopard won the battle and took home his prize. This young male showed no signs of backing […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/WIPLIONESS3-700x260-370x275.jpg "Week In Pictures: Leopard Kill In Botswana And Big Five Kruger Sightings")
Week In Pictures: Leopard Kill In Botswana And Big Five Kruger Sightings
This week appeared to be dominated by predator and big five sightings, in both the Kruger and Botswana. This week presented us with a showdown between a baboon and a[…]
![The rainy summer season in Botswana has left the Linyanti in a state of lush, green chaos. Right in the north of Chobe National Park on the border of the Caprivi Strip, Camp Linyanti is a haven for elephants, hippos, birds of all sorts, and the secretive habits of the leopard. A visit to this […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/DSC_7568-370x275.jpg "Witnessing A Leopard Kill At Camp Linyanti")
Witnessing A Leopard Kill At Camp Linyanti
The rainy summer season in Botswana has left the Linyanti in a state of lush, green chaos. Right in the north of Chobe National Park on the border of the[…]
![Harvey’s Pan in Botswana’s renowned Savute region seems to be occupied by a pair of rather ferocious king cats! After 2 nights of roaring heard at Camp Savuti, a fierce-looking male and his equally stern lioness were located in the shade near one of Harvey’s Pan waterholes. Keeping well hidden, these cats were a mystery […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/lion-charge-savuti-kevin-700x260-370x275.jpg "Lion Charge In The Savute Kingdom")
Lion Charge In The Savute Kingdom
Harvey’s Pan in Botswana’s renowned Savute region seems to be occupied by a pair of rather ferocious king cats! After 2 nights of roaring heard at Camp Savuti, a fierce-looking[…]
![True to its name, the ancient riverbed of Deception Valley is a fossilised remnant of the great body of water it used to be thousands of years ago. Like much of the Kalahari Desert, Deception Valley is a piece of history; a history of the movements of water, the migrations of animals, and the footsteps […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/springbok-cover-haina-kevin-700x260-370x275.jpg "Classic Kalahari: Into Deception Valley")
Classic Kalahari: Into Deception Valley
True to its name, the ancient riverbed of Deception Valley is a fossilised remnant of the great body of water it used to be thousands of years ago. Like much[…]