The history of the mokoro safari in the Okavango Delta
An Okavango Delta safari isn’t complete without at least one guided mokoro safari experience. It’s an unforgettable, iconic, and authentic activity that is also eco-friendly. What better way to navigate the narrow, papyrus-lined channels and search for wildlife hidden in the reeds than by being so close to the water’s surface? The best part is […]
This spring, we celebrate the trees and wildflowers of the Kruger
Spring is a blooming wonderful time in the Kruger bushveld, and what better way than to celebrate this colourful season than celebrating the wildflowers of the Kruger? During Spring time, the bushveld isn’t quite ready to take off its winter coat but we do see the emergence and hints of colour. Today, you’ll learn about […]
A quick Kruger safari update
Time for another Kruger safari update, don’t you think? We certainly do! From Chacma to Nyala, and from Klaserie camps to Umkumbe, big cat sightings are on the rise. Both the Klaserie and Balule reserves are bustling with lion cubs, and the leopards are making their presence known. Read on to discover the latest at […]
#GuestSafariFeedback: We chat to David Batzofin about Chacma
Renowned travel blogger David Batzofin is no stranger to the collection of camps and lodges within the Sun Destinations portfolio, and is a regular guest-turned-blogger within our Kruger circuit (catch him here: Travel and Things). He has gained recognition for his work in documenting various travel experiences, sharing reviews, and providing insights into the safari […]
Head to Nambu and Nyala for an elevated safari experience
Built on elevated sections of land in their respective reserves, overlooking the gnarled thickets of the Kruger, are Nambu Camp and Nyala Safari Lodge. Both lodges offer a sense of simple luxury and take advantage of their aspect. Nyala Safari Lodge offers unsurpassed views of the seasonal Mohlabetsi River, with an expansive wooden viewing deck […]
Girl power! This Women’s Day, we chat with the Angel(e) of Ezulwini
In honour of Women’s Day, we interviewed Angele Rouillard-Sanders from Ezulwini Game Lodges—truly a remarkable woman known for her talent, kindness, passion for nature, ability-to-do-everything-at-once, and attention to detail when it comes managing lodges. We wanted to shine a spotlight on this multifaceted and inspiring individual with a fascinating background. Angele, an accomplished wildlife photographer, […]
Botswana Revisited: Exploring the Delta, Chobe, and Moremi
Given that we’ve recently refreshed and relaunched our Botswana packages, we thought we’d use this opportunity to revisit our boutique collection of camps and lodges in Botswana. Offering an introduction to destinations on many visitors’ “safari hotlists,” our portfolio of accommodations spans diverse and coveted regions. Explore the famed Moremi Game Reserve to spot big […]
A wildlife extravaganza at Umkumbe Safari Lodge Riverside
The consistent five-star reviews on TripAdvisor about Umkumbe’s guiding and tracking team testify to their skill in tracking and finding wildlife. But that’s not all—this close-knit team is not only adept at locating wildlife, but they’re also impeccable hosts. The Sun Destinations head office loves nothing more than receiving consistent sighting updates from this intrepid […]
Exploring the safari lifestyle at these four lodges
When we speak about the safari lifestyle, we aren’t referring to the iconic activities like bush walks, game drives and wildlife. The safari lifestyle embodies the in-camp and added value experiences designed to enhance your safari holiday. The camps we represent epitomise the essence of the safari lifestyle, and this week, we’ve selected four exceptional […]
