![Lion pride dynamics in any reserve are always shifting and changing with the wind – nothing is ever cast in stone, which is why we can never become emotionally attached to local prides. Prides splinter, lionesses stick together and once strong kings are ousted when the testosterone fuelled sub-adults seek to take over. Sounds complicated? […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/nThamboLionsighting10-370x275.jpg "Lone Sumatra Male Lion in Klaserie Mates with Ross Females")
Lone Sumatra Male Lion in Klaserie Mates with Ross Females
Lion pride dynamics in any reserve are always shifting and changing with the wind – nothing is ever cast in stone, which is why we can never become emotionally attached[…]
Posts tagged “ Klaserie”
![The endless striking hues of the bushveld creates a palette of colour that leaves you yearning for more of the safari lifestyle. Languid days are spent exploring the sometimes arid and occasionally lush bushveld, while nights are spent huddled around campfires under star spangled skies. Angles, texture, reflections, depth and moods can all be captured […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/AOFVehicle-370x275.jpg "Bovids, Pachyderms and the Beauty of the Bushveld")
Bovids, Pachyderms and the Beauty of the Bushveld
The endless striking hues of the bushveld creates a palette of colour that leaves you yearning for more of the safari lifestyle. Languid days are spent exploring the sometimes arid[…]
![nThambo Tree Camp is a gentle oasis located in the midst of the wild Klaserie. Wooden chalets on stilts are dotted around a main central area and the camp is completely unfenced. A hint of a waterhole lies in front of the splash pool; and both sources of water are a major drawcard for a […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/nThamboElliecamp-370x275.jpg "A Wild Life at nThambo Tree Camp")
A Wild Life at nThambo Tree Camp
nThambo Tree Camp is a gentle oasis located in the midst of the wild Klaserie. Wooden chalets on stilts are dotted around a main central area and the camp is[…]
![Charcoal skies dotted with glimmering crystal stars hover over the mysterious landscape below, casting a sense of peace and solitude to all those gazing into the abyss above. The eerie stillness and absolute silence of the surrounding bushveld instills a sense of wonder into the those who have a kinship with nature. And for those […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/AOFstarlitskies-370x275.jpg "Africa on Foot : A Romantic Destination for Adventurous Hearts")
Africa on Foot : A Romantic Destination for Adventurous Hearts
Charcoal skies dotted with glimmering crystal stars hover over the mysterious landscape below, casting a sense of peace and solitude to all those gazing into the abyss above. The eerie[…]
![The start of May signifies the end of the impala rut. Rams are exhausted from mating and they roam the bushveld with waning stamina and little emotional energy. They become weak and vulnerable prey for predators and an easy take-out meal for eager carnivores. Co-indecently, the beginning of May is also the start of the […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/WildDogsnThambo-370x275.jpg "African Wild Dogs at Sunset")
African Wild Dogs at Sunset
The start of May signifies the end of the impala rut. Rams are exhausted from mating and they roam the bushveld with waning stamina and little emotional energy. They become[…]
![We are pleased to announce that two of the Sun Destinations’ lodges have been nominated in the Tuskers Ultimate Safari Experience Awards 2017. Tuskers offer a unique set of awards showcasing a variety of safari experiences in various categories. The Safari Index’s panel of judges have carefully selected lodges and camps offering a high quality, all […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/UmkumbeGameDrive-370x275.jpg "Please Vote for Us in the Tusker’s Safari Awards 2017")
Please Vote for Us in the Tusker’s Safari Awards 2017
We are pleased to announce that two of the Sun Destinations’ lodges have been nominated in the Tuskers Ultimate Safari Experience Awards 2017. Tuskers offer a unique set of awards[…]
![Set in the vast and remote Kruger bushveld lies the authentic and much-loved safari camp, Africa on Foot. Located in the Klaserie Private Nature Reserve, this camp has remained a firm favourite among safari-goers from around the world and is also the recipient of many prestigious awards. It’s authentic, affordable and has not become overly […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/1-Africa-on-Foot-camp3-370x275.jpg "Family-Friendly Safari at Africa on Foot")
Family-Friendly Safari at Africa on Foot
Set in the vast and remote Kruger bushveld lies the authentic and much-loved safari camp, Africa on Foot. Located in the Klaserie Private Nature Reserve, this camp has remained a[…]
![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[…]
![Hyena certainly have a bad reputation in the wild for being nothing but an anxiety ridden scavenger that waits in the wings to steal predator kills. These notorious creatures are a rather complex species and bear remarkable similarities to both cats and dogs. Often mistaken for being a derivative of some sort of canine species, they […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/HyenaAOFBlog-370x275.jpg "Hyena Cub Joins Clan’s Feeding Frenzy")
Hyena Cub Joins Clan’s Feeding Frenzy
Hyena certainly have a bad reputation in the wild for being nothing but an anxiety ridden scavenger that waits in the wings to steal predator kills. These notorious creatures are a[…]
![There has been a very definite presence of big cats throughout all the reserves. While we’re not neglecting the other incredible sightings of pachyderms, general game, the endangered wild dogs, flutterings of birds, deadly raptors and giant herbivores; it’s just that the big cats have stuck out like a sore thumb (sorry, paw) this week. The […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/WIPLeopardnThambo-370x275.jpg "Week in Pics : Felidae Family Dominate Our Sightings")
Week in Pics : Felidae Family Dominate Our Sightings
There has been a very definite presence of big cats throughout all the reserves. While we’re not neglecting the other incredible sightings of pachyderms, general game, the endangered wild dogs, flutterings[…]