Klaserie Leopard Relaxes on the Wooden Deck of Buffel Dam Treehouse

nThambo Leopard Buffel Dam

When it comes to siesta time, leopards tend to seek out elevated areas providing sweeping views of the surrounding wilderness. This height advantage means they are in the ideal position to eagerly scan the ‘veld for potential prey; and it keeps them out of harm’s way.  A leopard generally relaxes at the top of a termite mound, […]

The Week in Pictures : The Youth of Today

Ezulwini Leopard Cubs

We owe you a storm of images and plenty of updates from our camps. The ‘veld is brimming with activity and the bushveld abounds with mystery. The thickets have plenty of stories to tell, and our favourite is the stories that bring promise of new life into the unforgiving landscape. When we browse through the […]

The Week in Pictures : The Art of White Space in Wildlife Photography

Birds at RAW Botswana, Motswiri Camp

This week for Week in Pictures, we’re going to focus on something a bit different. It’s time we scrolled through our archives and showcased our photographer’s skills when it comes to the theme of negative/white space in photography. For the next 3 editions of “The Week in Pictures” we’ve decided to give the weekly portfolio […]

The Week in Pictures : Expect the Unexpected While on Safari

Africa on Foot Kudu

We can never anticipate what we’ll see scurrying and loping through the bushveld while we’re on safari. Eager safari goers arrive at their destinations with a certain level of expectation, and a tick-list of the “must sees”. The wild natural world around us doesn’t care about your safari bucket list, and constantly seeks to disappoint […]

We Found Cute Hyena Cubs While on Drive with Walkers Bush Villa

Hyena Cubs in the Timbavati

We’re here to dispel the myth that hyena are nothing but scavenging evil cretins. The team at Walkers Bush Villa recently enjoyed a sighting of adorable coarsely furred hyena cubs while on drive with leading guide, Brett. Em’s images prove that hyena can be pretty cute.  It goes without saying that hyena have a bad reputation in the wild. […]

The Week in Pictures : Abstract Scenes in the Bushveld

Ezulwini Lion Cubs

The bushveld provides ample opportunity to get creative with your lens, and there’s never a moment not worth photographing. There are times when you’re confronted with endless open landscapes begging to be captured, and other times you’ll get up close and personal with lions on a kill. This week, we’ve decided to select our more abstract images […]

Skittish Lions Feast on Giraffe Kill for Days

Older Lioness with Giraffe Kill

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 […]

From Sunrise to Sunset : The Safari Life at Ezulwini Game Lodges

Ezulwini River Lodge Deck

First light seeps in slowly, gently breaking the dark mystery of the night with subtle hints of natural light. The promise of a new day in the bushveld silently creeps past the charcoal black skies, as the sounds of nocturnal activity begins to dwindle. The contact calls of the lion kings begins to dissipate as dawn […]

The Week in Pictures : Big Cats Enjoy a Banquet of Delights

Lion on the Move

Hello Monday, my old friend. I’ve come to talk with you again. It’s that time of the week, when “Week in Pictures” makes a grand and startling entrance. This week we’ve witnessed bone-crunching, foot stomping, and flesh-ripping madness from our predators and thieving scavengers. The noise and absolute racket from the excitement of meal time […]