A Leap of Leopards in the Greater Kruger
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
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
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 […]
An Update from Umkumbe in the Sabie Game Reserve
Umkumbe Safari Lodge Riverside is one of Sun Destinations’ most established properties in the Greater Kruger. Sitting in a prime position in the Sabie Game Reserve surrounded by the Sabi Sand, Umkumbe’s drawcard is its abundant predator viewing opportunities and affordability. We are often flooded with reports of leopard and lion sightings from Umkumbe’s passionate […]
Umkumbe Feedback and Images From Guides
Over the past few months Umkumbe Safari Lodge Riverside has received rave reviews for their expert guiding skills, game viewing opportunities, and warm hospitality. Today we’d like to showcase a few images from our budding photographer-guides who exhibit a passion for both the wild and the lens. In addition, we are also going to shine […]
FRESH Room Images of Umkumbe Safari Lodge Riverside
A new photographic shoot for Umkumbe has been a long time coming, but with COVID it proved difficult to send our talented photographers on assignment. After the Botswana shoot, our first port of call was to send the award-winning Em Gatland to the Sabi Sand, Umkumbe’s home turf. The guides at Umkumbe Safari Lodge Riverside […]
Kruger Safaris with Sun Destinations
Looking for the ultimate choice of Kruger safaris? Then select one of our camps and lodges for a memorable wilderness experience. From walking safaris to luxury stays and accommodation on stilts, the Sun Destinations portfolio offers a multitude of choices. Here’s a reminder of the unique properties within our portfolio. Africa on Foot Located in […]
Sabi Sand Cats Spotted at Umkumbe Safari Lodge Riverside
The world-renowned Sabi Sand is a major drawcard for safari-goers from around the world, and is certainly on the map as being one of southern Africa’s “known” big cat destinations. Umkumbe Safari Lodge Riverside is well-placed to take advantage of the abundant game viewing opportunities that present themselves on a daily basis. Regular visual updates […]
Umkumbe Safari Lodge Riverside: Authentic Kruger Safari in the Sabi Sand Area
If you’re looking for an authentic Kruger safari in the Sabi Sand area, then Umkumbe Safari Lodge Riverside comes highly recommended. Located in the heart of leopard territory in the prestigious and private Sabie Reserve, Umkumbe Safari Lodge Riverside is bordered by the Kruger National Park and Mala Mala to the east. The ecologically diverse […]
