An African Safari Experience

An African Safari Experience

An African safari experience is literally life-changing. Guests describe being awe-struck by the power and beauty of the Big Five and the feeling of being immersed in the wild. Throughout the continent there is a choice of magnificent game reserves, both national and...
OH! The Buzzin’ of the Bees….

OH! The Buzzin’ of the Bees….

Whilst it hardly seems possible, Winter has come to an end and Spring is now upon us. This is always a special time of year on the reserve as the trees shed their winter drabness and put on their bright summer apparel. Perhaps one of the most striking trees during...
The burden of a Flagship

The burden of a Flagship

A common question that I have as a guide, coming from kids as well as grown-ups, is what is my favourite animal? And going one step further is which animal would I like to be in the bush? The first question is very difficult, there are so many different animals and so...
The Southern Birds

The Southern Birds

It’s winter again and every year at that time the night sky clears up and lets us admire its wonders. So put the kettle on, take your scarf, beanie and gloves, stretch your neck, and let’s brave the cold night air, look up and gaze at the distant stars.Birders will...
The UGGLA 5

The UGGLA 5

Since tourism popularised the Big 5, everyone started making their own list of five special animals to see, or maybe rather keep looking for, in the bush. If there is a Big 5, there must be a Small 5, and a Shy 5, for the ones we will most likely not see, and even an...