![Shaun Atkinson, one of the guides from Umkumbe Safari Lodge, is certainly a good luck charm when it comes to spotting big cats. Come to think of it, most of the guides at Umkumbe enjoy prolific cat sightings. A combination of bushveld experience and knowledge of animal behaviour – and good luck – stands them […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/CheetahUmkumbe1-370x275.jpg "Umkumbe Safari Lodge Spots 2 Cheetah on a Steenbok Kill")
Umkumbe Safari Lodge Spots 2 Cheetah on a Steenbok Kill
Shaun Atkinson, one of the guides from Umkumbe Safari Lodge, is certainly a good luck charm when it comes to spotting big cats. Come to think of it, most of[…]
Posts tagged “ Umkumbe Safari Lodge”
![It’s a common perception that the Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve is an unreasonably expensive safari destination. Umkumbe Safari Lodge begs to differ. Nestled on the banks of the seasonal and wildlife-rich Sand River, Umkumbe Safari Lodge offers guests a reasonably-priced yet luxurious retreat in one of the world’s most premier game viewing reserves, Sabi […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/UmkumbeSundownersVehicles-370x275.jpg "That Umkumbe Life")
That Umkumbe Life
It’s a common perception that the Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve is an unreasonably expensive safari destination. Umkumbe Safari Lodge begs to differ. Nestled on the banks of the seasonal[…]
![Our highly-qualified guides at Umkumbe Safari Lodge spend months observing the natural behaviour of wildlife in the Sabi Sand, a haven for predators. The khaki-clad crew spend days eagerly tracking lion prides, attempting to predict their next move. Their arsenal of knowledge about the wild is eagerly shared with guests that arrive at the lodge […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/WaldoNweti2-370x275.jpg "Game Drives at Umkumbe : A Visual Journey with Our Safari Guides")
Game Drives at Umkumbe : A Visual Journey with Our Safari Guides
Our highly-qualified guides at Umkumbe Safari Lodge spend months observing the natural behaviour of wildlife in the Sabi Sand, a haven for predators. The khaki-clad crew spend days eagerly tracking[…]
![The rough knuckle-rap on the door of your safari suite before sunrise elicits mixed emotions. On the one hand you’re excited to uncover the secrets of the Sabi Sand, and stumble across a few Lion Kings at first light. On the other hand, it’s way to early to be civilised and the bed is just […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/UmkumbeLions-370x275.jpg "Lion Pride with Cubs Chase Buffalo in Front of Lodge")
Lion Pride with Cubs Chase Buffalo in Front of Lodge
The rough knuckle-rap on the door of your safari suite before sunrise elicits mixed emotions. On the one hand you’re excited to uncover the secrets of the Sabi Sand, and[…]
![Game drives with Umkumbe Safari Lodge tend to over deliver in terms of leopard sightings. Located in the heart of leopard country in one of South Africa’s most revered reserves, puts Umkumbe in the perfect position to spot these somewhat elusive and obscure predators. Game drives with the passionate team from Umkumbe Safari Lodge are […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/UmkumbeKudyelas-370x275.jpg "The Prowling Predators of Umkumbe Safari Lodge")
The Prowling Predators of Umkumbe Safari Lodge
Game drives with Umkumbe Safari Lodge tend to over deliver in terms of leopard sightings. Located in the heart of leopard country in one of South Africa’s most revered reserves,[…]
![Umkumbe Safari Lodge is one of the most affordable safari lodges in the premier Sabi Sand Game Reserve. It’s a lodge that focuses on game viewing, rather than the frills and spills of high-end safari living. Accommodation is authentic, simple and offers all of the creature comforts from home. Umkumbe is ideally located on the […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/LeopardUmkumbeSafariLodge-370x275.jpg "#GuestSafariReview : Miriam’s Wildlife Dreams Come True at Umkumbe Safari Lodge")
#GuestSafariReview : Miriam’s Wildlife Dreams Come True at Umkumbe Safari Lodge
Umkumbe Safari Lodge is one of the most affordable safari lodges in the premier Sabi Sand Game Reserve. It’s a lodge that focuses on game viewing, rather than the frills[…]
![Exuding grace, finesse and exhibiting lightning speed; the cheetah is an elegant solitary cat that differs greatly from its big cat counterparts. This spotted cat doesn’t possess the strength of lions and leopards, and is (technically) classed as a diurnal hunter. While leopards and lions thrive under the cover of darkness, cheetah prefer to grab […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/CheetahUmkumbe3-370x275.jpg "Cheetah Youngsters Attempt to Take Down a Wildebeest")
Cheetah Youngsters Attempt to Take Down a Wildebeest
Exuding grace, finesse and exhibiting lightning speed; the cheetah is an elegant solitary cat that differs greatly from its big cat counterparts. This spotted cat doesn’t possess the strength of[…]
![In one corner we have virile and agile youngster Nweti, filled with bravado. In the other corner we have the wise gentleman, Inyathini, filled with experience and stamina. These two testosterone fuelled leopards have declared war, and there’s a prickly tensioned filled atmosphere when we’re in the company of these two contestants. We use the […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/UmkumbeLeopard2-370x275.jpg "Umkumbe Male Leopards Declare War. It Gets Rowdy.")
Umkumbe Male Leopards Declare War. It Gets Rowdy.
In one corner we have virile and agile youngster Nweti, filled with bravado. In the other corner we have the wise gentleman, Inyathini, filled with experience and stamina. These two[…]
![This is the first instalment of our monthly Rangers Review, a blog that highlights a few major events and our rangers’ favourite sightings from the month. This is the kick-off edition and we hope to document each notable occasion with a portfolio of images and video where possible. Below are a few of our highlights and happenings […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/ChacmaLioness-370x275.jpg "Rangers Review Launch : Monthly Highlights and Happenings")
Rangers Review Launch : Monthly Highlights and Happenings
This is the first instalment of our monthly Rangers Review, a blog that highlights a few major events and our rangers’ favourite sightings from the month. This is the kick-off edition and[…]
![A lookbook is a collection of visual masterpieces designed to showcase the exquisite and smouldering looks of a particular subject. Historically, a lookbook is something photographers use as a portfolio for their work. We’ve decided to use the concept of a lookbook to highlight our ranger’s recent leopard photos, each of which brings something unique […]](https://www.sundestinations.co.za/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/NatumiLeopardess7-370x275.jpg "Leopard Lookbook : Umkumbe’s Finest Models")
Leopard Lookbook : Umkumbe’s Finest Models
A lookbook is a collection of visual masterpieces designed to showcase the exquisite and smouldering looks of a particular subject. Historically, a lookbook is something photographers use as a portfolio[…]