Your Monthly Dose of Kruger Wildlife

A Rare Pangolin in the Wild

It’s about high time we filled out your prescription and administered your monthly dose of wildlife, a theme we hope to continue over the next few months. After all, nature is the finest therapy! As we slowly migrate into the peak safari season, we’re noticing a shift in bushveld colours and increase in predator sightings. […]

#GuestSafariFeedback: Delving into the World of Brenda Kerr

nThambo Tree Camp Brenda Leopard

We’re delighted to unveil today’s #GuestSafariFeedback article, a much-anticipated guest-centric blog piece where we interview the dynamic Brenda Kerr. Brenda is a cherished member of our online community and is known for her thoughtful interactions and insightful feedback across our social channels. With her extensive experience exploring our camps, Brenda has evolved into a trusted […]

Big Cats, Big Stories

Lions of the Klaserie

It’s Big Cat Roundup Day, a day that we’ve set aside to share a few momentous occasions with our ferocious felines. This is a big story day, where we won’t be sharing images of lions lying around. Today is a bigger and better day, where we celebrate cats doing what they do best: taking down prey, nurturing cubs, stalking, […]

Chacma and Trails: Getting to Know the Maseke Game Reserve

Lions on Game Drive at Chacma

You might know it as the Maseke Game Reserve or the Maseke Balule Game Reserve, but at least you know it! This relatively unexplored game-rich reserve is home to the Big 5, the Olifants River, and abundant rocky outcrops. Situated in the northern expanses of the Balule Nature Reserve and bordered by the Olifants North […]

Family Friendly Safari Accommodation in the Greater Kruger

Buy Plush Toys at Umkumbe Safari Lodge Riverside

If you’re close to your extended family or have an entire herd of children, holiday destination decisions can be a tough call. You’re probably toying with the idea of either a solo travel break or a couples holiday, or maybe you’re considering a mega-family break. We recommend a family adventure as it will create a […]

A Leap of Leopards in the Greater Kruger

Umkumbe Safari Lodge Leopard Cub

Leopards are elusive solitary cats that thrive in areas rich with prey sources, den sites, trees, and easy access to water. The Kruger camps within our portfolio are all located in cat-friendly habitats laden with hidden pockets of bushveld, rivers, outcrops, and dense populations of plains game. Leopards love trees that provide enough elevation to […]

Frequent Flyers: Your Kruger Birding Checklist

Southern yellow-billed hornbill in Kruger

Birders can delight in knowing that there are over 500 species of bird to spot in the Kruger. Some of our feathered friends are frequent flyers, while others are migratory species and rare lifers. In today’s birding blog, we’re going to focus on the frequent flyers and some rarities to spot in the Lowveld. Compiling […]

Why Kruger Safaris are Perfect for Solo Travel

Nyala Safari Lodge

Solo travel offers individuals an opportunity to reconnect with themselves; gain confidence and independence; and meet like minded travellers. There’s a misconception that solo travel is lonely. But here’s the thing: solo travel means SOLO, it doesn’t mean alone. This adage especially rings true where safaris concerned. Going on safari in a private reserve is […]

The Ultimate Guide to Wild Adventures: We Unpack Your Safari FAQs

Last week we delivered a series of frequently asked questions that really unpacked the essence of an African safari experience. Today we’re increasing our portfolio of questions to cover aspects such as historical origins, the ultimate length of a safari in Africa, and what to wear on a safari. We’re sure that you have questions […]