My First Luxury Safari Experience – Chitwa Chitwa Game Lodge

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Being South African born, the natural beauty of the African continent is something you forget to appreciate from time to time. Especially when it’s all work and no play! And then, just when you think it’s business as usual, you’re approached by your colleague who asks, “Are you free next week?”. Having never had the opportunity to go on a luxury African safari before, I jumped at the opportunity to join my team on a trip to the Sabi Sand Game Reserve. Just the thought of being able to spend two nights at the acclaimed Chitwa Chitwa Game Lodge was a dream come true!

Chitwa Chitwa lodge entrance  with game drive vehicle pulling up

Chitwa Chitwa Game Lodge’s entrance, Image Credit: Chitwa Chitwa

Chitwa Chitwa Game Lodge: A Classic Safari Dream

From the second we arrived, I could feel the warm, welcoming embrace of the Chitwa Chitwa Game Lodge staff. Ice-cold drinks in hand, we make our way inside. Here, the tasteful blend of contemporary and classic safari style coupled with close attention to detail let me know we’re in for a treat! My first luxury safari has barely even started, and already it’s so much more than I had expected.

Chitwa Chitwa's décor is a tasteful blend of contemporary and classic safari style

The interior is a tasteful blend of contemporary and classic safari style, Image Credit: Chitwa Chitwa

According to legend, the story of Chitwa Chitwa goes something like this…

There was once a giraffe that shared the lodge’s lakeside home. And the Brink family became so accustomed to the ageing bull visiting that he became an extended family member. To this day, you can still feel him presiding watchfully over the lodge. And it’s this essence that’s also captured in their logo.

Chitwa Chitwa main deck area pool

Rim-flow pool on the lake, Image Credit: Chitwa Chitwa

Chitwa House: Our Home for Two Nights

After our refreshing welcome, we’re shown our home for the next few days, the glorious Chitwa House. The warm earthy tones complemented by chic African inspired décor make the whole villa feel warm and inviting. Let’s not forget the fully stocked mini-bar. I mean, that made me feel oh-so at home!

Lounge ares in Chitwa Chitwa Game Lodge's villa, Chitwa House

Chitwa House lounge area, Image Credit: Chitwa Chitwa

And, to top it all off, the villa has its own beautifully appointed private patio with an unobstructed view of the watering hole. I sit for a minute, taking in the view and just letting the sounds of the bush wash over me. As far as first safaris go, this one is off to a fabulous start!

Chitwa House evening exterior candlelit dinner

The private Chitwa House patio lit by candlelight, Image Credit: Chitwa Chitwa

A Chitwa Chitwa Safari Experience for the Books

We head out to the game drive vehicle, wrapped up in warm layers and buzzing with excitement. Our guide, Daniel, introduces us to our tracker, Betuel. And then we’re off on the first game drive of my first safari!

I cannot contain my excitement. The vegetation is lush and full of life. Being new to the safari experience, I pipe up with all of my 50+ questions about the bush, which Daniel answers dutifully, exhibiting his clear knowledge and experience.

Starting each day out in nature is undoubtedly the best way to start any day. The feeling you get out on the game drive vehicle as the first rays of the sun warm your skin, the fresh, aromatic smells of the bush waking up your senses. And the best part is that no two game drives are the same. Every time you head out, you know you’ll have a unique experience.

Girl taking a photo of Nyala in the Sabi Sand Game Reserve

Always expect the unexpected on a safari, Image Credit: Katharina Riebesel

Spotting The Big 5 For The First Time

The first animal we encounter is – can you believe it – a mama elephant and her calf. Completely unfazed by us, they continue grazing on the lush foliage. I sit in awe of their size and majestic beauty. Their skin, wrinkled and weathered, hinting at their ancient wisdom.

Mom and baby elephant eating foilage in the Sabi Sand Game Reserve

Mom and baby elephant feasting on the foliage, Image Credit: Savannah St Claire

Can you think of a better surprise than just casually bumping into a mighty rhino? Because I can’t! A sight considered so rare, I can’t help but to feel privileged to see not one, but three of these incredible, endangered creatures. These Chitwa Chitwa bush experts really know how to create magical moments!

Male white rhino grazing in the Sabi Sand

A male rhino putting on a show for us, Image Credit: Savannah St Claire

Leopard Land

The Sabi Sand is known to be leopard land. And as they say, sometimes you need to see to believe. We’re lucky to spot two leopards, Kuchava, a stunning female leopard, and her six-month-old cub! I feel entranced watching them dart playfully in and out of the long grass, leaping and bounding.

Kuchava, a female leopard, playing in the grass with her cub

Kuchava playing in the grass with her cub, Image Credit: Michelle Welvering

Like nearly any safari-goer, big cats are at the top of my list. To say Chitwa Chitwa delivers on sightings would be the understatement of the year! Daniel allows us a perfect up-close view of Blondie and Mohawk while these two Northern Avoca brothers enjoy their afternoon siesta.

Suddenly startled, Mohawk raises his head, hearing something only fine-tuned ears would be able to detect. He rises and calls, and Blondie follows his lead. I can feel the rolling waves of pure power leave their maws. The vibrations shake the entire vehicle. I can feel tears forming in my eyes. Never in my wildest dreams could I have imagined a sensory experience so spectacular.

Male Northern Avoka lion, Blondie, resting in the Sabi Sand

Blondie resting, Image Credit: Savannah St Claire

An Experience to be Had at Chitwa Chitwa Safari Lodge

People can try to explain what a luxury African safari is like to you. However, without experiencing it for yourself, you will never truly understand.

It’s incredible how different the sensory experience of an African safari is. The sights, the smells, the taste – and the crunch of a few bugs – it’s all something everyone should get to experience in their lifetime.

My first safari experience was something I can confidently say I will never forget. Chitwa Chitwa Game Lodge treated us to some truly spectacular sightings. Our luxury safari was unlike anything I had experienced before in my life. I only wish that I had done it sooner!

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Silvan Safari’s Lion Prides: Introducing The Mighty Nkuhuma and Avoca Males

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One of the most incredible sightings to see on safari is lions, and Silvan Safari’s lion prides are no exception. In fact, they exceed expectations. 

There’s possibly nothing more heart-stirring than seeing 15 plus individual lions swaggering down the road towards you or spread across the open plain. Or, even better yet, fighting over a fresh kill.

Meet the Nkuhuma Pride

The pride most frequently seen around Silvan is called the Nkuhuma pride. And yes, this pride is large. In fact, with 26 lions, it’s safe to say that it is the biggest pride currently in the Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve.

This pride consists of two dominant males (known as the Avoca males), seven adult female lions, and ten sub-adult cubs (ranging from about 12 to 16 months). Recently, seven new additions, which are now about 10 to 12 weeks old, joined the pride. In short, it’s the most powerful and one of the most confident lion prides I’ve had the privilege of ever witnessing.

Thrilling Lion Sightings at Silvan Safari 

Lions are not known for being the most active and energetic animals. Like everybody knows, they are particularly partial to lazing about most days and even large portions of the night. They are big cats, after all! But the sightings that this pride can provide, when timed right, are second to none.

I have experienced everything from 19 lions walk right past the safari vehicle to the lionesses and cubs all climbing trees and playing. But possibly the most impressive sightings are when you catch them either bringing down or busy feasting on a buffalo. Since this is a large pride, their skill in killing buffalo is incredible. It’s almost like the pride’s signature, and the pride’s females are formidably successful hunters. Therefore, being around them while this is taking place is a shock to the senses. The sound of the growling and fighting and the dominant roaring is genuinely something to behold.

We were lucky enough to find them in time where three of the seven lionesses managed to bring down a massive buffalo bull. It was a fantastic experience to see the whole hunt, from start to finish. Later on that day, we revisited the site where they had killed the buffalo, and the most precious unexpected sighting awaited us. For the first time, they had introduced the seven-week-old cubs (at the time) to the kill site. 

Fearless Avoca Males

The Avoca males are a strong, dominant and fierce coalition. They are always pushing their territory further and further afield, vocalising and marking as they go. “Mo-hawk”, as we call him due to the lack of mane in certain areas, is a powerful individual with his brother “Blondie” not far behind backing him up. Blondie does have a limp but, trust me when I say that he can move and move fast.

This coalition is powerful, but I fear that they may be pushing too far afield, biting off more than they can chew by ignoring and not sufficiently monitoring most parts of the northern territory. They are very focused on the Birmingham males in the southern region of the Sabi Sand Reserve, as they do pose direct competition to these two. 

Birmingham Boys

The Birmingham boys still have fight in them and must not be underestimated. The demise of the Avoca males or even one could drastically change the dynamics of the pride in the area with new males constantly looking to take over. 

Many people think lions are the kings of the jungle or, better yet, kings of the savannah. But, in my opinion, lions have one of the most challenging lives out in the African bush. The constant fighting for dominance and survival amongst each other is hard. I’ve seen healthy, strong, and dominant prides rise and fall very quickly due to the change in males or pride numbers getting too large. 

At this present time, the Nkuhuma pride and Avoca males lions are among the greatest, largest, and most powerful prides and coalitions in the Sabi Sand, but for how long? Only time will tell, and we all can’t wait to see what happens next!

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Our Top Child-Friendly Lodges in Africa

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It can be both wonderful and difficult for a child on safari. The wonder obviously lies in the adventure and the animals, and the difficulty lies in keeping quiet and fidget-free for long periods. This is why it’s so important to know the best child-friendly lodges when planning a family safari in Africa.

I remember being ordered to sit silently in a hide next to a waterhole in Zimbabwe when I was twelve, and it was one of the most challenging things I had ever done, or, according to my parents, didn’t do. It is for such reasons that many of the luxury lodges in Africa don’t cater for children under age 16. But there are several that do.

And they do it remarkably well! Think bushwalks, junior ranger training, butterfly/fish/insect catch-and-release, arts, crafts, games and special game drives.

“Children will not remember you for the material things you provided but for the feeling that you cherished them.” –  Richard L. Evans

Our Top Child-Friendly Lodges in Africa

Here are our favourite child-friendly lodges in Africa that will welcome your little ones with open arms. They have several facilities and activities tailored to keep the rascals busy and inspired until they pass out in their cosy safari beds for the night. There are also several malaria-free safari destinations such Madikwe and the Garden Route/Eastern Cape.


1. Londolozi Private Game Reserve

Children enjoy fishing activities at Londolozi - one of the best child-friendly lodges in South Africa
Image credit: Londolozi Founders Camp

Hosted at Londolozi Private Game Reserve, the Londolozi Cubs programme packs in a bunch of fun and fascinating activities to give your kids more than just an understanding of their role in managing and conserving Africa’s incredible biodiversity. Here, children learn about themselves, other people and cultures, about building friendships and trust, and about survival in the wilderness. It’s ideal for wannabe young rangers. The Cub’s Den is equipped with fish ponds to splash around in, Land Rovers to pretend-drive, camp-out tents and an educational centre focusing on wildlife. Your kids can go on bushveld excursions, guided by the Cub Coach, a dedicated and expert naturalist, who oversees all the children’s activities. Please note, it is recommended that Londolozi be notified beforehand if you’re coming with kids.

Accommodation: Varty Camp and Founders Camp at Londolozi both accommodate children between the ages of 4 and 16 years old.

Activities: Game drives (children of 6 years and older); paper mache; candle making; baking; spoor identification; bird watching; bug catching; African dance; bead making; singing and drumming; gumboot dancing; dung spitting; fishing; and more.


2. Sanbona Gondwana Lodge

The children's playroom at Sanbona, a family-friendly safari lodge in South Africa
Image credit: Sanbona Gondwana Lodge

The Sanbona Gondwana lodge hosts a special “Kids on Safari” programme with plenty to keep the little ones active.

Accommodation: Only 3 hours from Cape Town, the Gondwana lodge in the Sanbona Game Reserve is the perfect family lodge offering numerous facilities and activities geared specifically for a family safari. There are 12 large suites and a children’s playroom with TV.

Activities: A range of outdoor activities are available to children of all ages, including an interpretive trail through the garden of Gondwana learning about animals that occur on the reserve as well as tracks and important plants. Visit the sites where the San people left their legacy on the rock faces at Sanbona, where the ranger will interpret the scene so that the children can create their own ‘rock’ art. Children can partake in various social, sporting and art activities such as bead making, clay making activities, face painting and star gazing. There is also a wide selection of indoor activities including art with scrapbooks, paper, scissors, glue crayons, pencils & paints. Puzzles of varying sizes and difficulties covering a broad age range. Documentary DVD’s on various conservation topics and animals, animated movies. A selection of entertaining and educational children’s books and fun board games.


3. Royal Chundu

Look! I caught a fish at Royal Chundu
Image credit: Royal Chundu

The child-friendly lodge Royal Chundu hosts the Chundu Children’s Club, a bespoke kids on safari programme aimed to entertain and accommodate your little ones. There are several activities offered by trained staff, subject to length of stay and guide availability.

Accommodation: Royal Chundu offers accommodation at either the Royal Chundu River Lodge or Katombora Island Lodge, both incredibly positioned on a piece of untamed Africa with rapids protecting it up and downstream, granting guests 15kms of unspoilt, safe and private river usage.

Activities: These include a treasure hunt, a frogging safari, butterfly and insect capture and release, fishing tag and release, cosmic safari, birding, cooking lessons with the Chundu Chefs, and much more. Children under the age of 2 will be cared for at the lodge. Royal Chundu, as a top child-friendly lodge, provides trained child minders, so parents can peacefully enjoy Sunset Cruises.

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4. Tintswalo Manor House

Tintswalo guide teaches a boy about plants
Image credit: Tintswalo Manor House

Tintswalo Manor House is a comfortable, exclusive-use and child-friendly lodge for larger families and friends with a fenced garden and children’s rooms close to parents.

Accommodation: This luxury exclusive-use villa in the Manyeleti Game Reserve has three en suite bedrooms, one with an interconnecting children’s room and another the palatial master bedroom.

Activities: Children are allowed on game drives at the discretion of the guide, but not on game walks. Tintswalo’s special children’s programme offers a fun, educational bush experience in the Manyeleti Private Game Reserve where the Big 5 as well as plenty of plains game roam.


5. Madikwe Safari Lodge

Child-friendly lodges in Africa: A child learns about the African bush in Madikwe Game Reserve
Image credit: Madikwe Safari Lodge

Madikwe Safari Lodge is very family-friendly, many of the staff have kids of our own, so they know what an unforgettable experience it is for children to be in the bush. They encourage parents to bring their children with on safari and cover all the bases, from child-friendly food to a full range of activities. Added bonus: Madikwe doesn’t charge for kids six years old or younger. They also don’t charge additional costs for any of the activities. Madikwe is a malaria-free safari destination and their child-friendly lodges are very popular – booking early is essential!

Accommodation: There are two large family suites in Lelapa Lodge (Lelapa is Tswana for family) which are perfect for families with up to two children, ten years old and under. Each suite has twin beds and a comfortable sleeper-couch.

Activities: Adult safari drives are available to all children who are 6 years and older while family safari drives are available to all children between 2 and 6 years old. Although the family drives don’t approach or go into lion or elephant sighting areas, for safety reasons, it is an exciting opportunity for the kids to go out with their parents into the bush and enjoy seeing so many incredible animals. There is bush orientation, bug CSI, dung tracking, animal track moulding, painting, drawing, baking, soccer, star-gazing lessons and even more.


6. Machaba Camp

Children watch an elephant nearby
Image credit: Machaba Camp

Machaba Camp is located in the game rich Khwai area of the Okavango Delta and caters for children as well as to the seasoned safari traveller. Children aged five years and younger stay free and children 6-11 pay standard child rate, which is 50% of the adult sharing rate.

Accommodation: Machaba has 10 luxury tents overlooking the famous Moremi Game Reserve. Two of these tents cater specifically for families. The family luxury tents allow for two children under 12 years of age two adults. There can be space made for additional children upon request.

Activities: There is a swimming pool for the children to swim and play in and game drives, nature walks, mokoro rides are also available. No children under 12, however, are allowed to participate in mokoro and game walk activities.


7. Victoria Falls River Lodge

A guide shows children scats - Victoria Falls River Lodge, one of the top child-friendly lodges in Africa

Victoria Falls River Lodge has a great ‘Junior Explorers’ programme. The idea is for the children to embrace the outdoors like a true African Explorer. This way, they can learn all about the fascinating flora and fauna of the wild surrounds. There are also bushwalks, fables by firelight and a range of games to keep the kids busy.

Accommodation: There are family suites on offer which have an adjoining tented room to the main ‘tent’, with one single (3/4 sized) bed and one bunk bed, where up to three sharing children (younger than 17 years old) can sleep comfortably; allowing their parents a bit more privacy.

Activities: Kids can join their guide on a game drive to learn all about the animals and plants. These are aimed at children aged from 4-7 and should be accompanied by at least one parent. There are guided walks within the camp surrounds and riverbanks immediately in front of the lodge. This is geared for children of ages 4-11 years. At the end of the day, there are stories around the fire of traditional African tales and if the weather is not agreeable there are a range of games for indoor entertainment.

Other great child-friendly lodges in Africa include:

Should you like to find out more about our favourite child-friendly lodges mentioned or discuss things further with one of our Travel Experts, contact us and we’ll help tailor-make your perfect family safari in Africa.

Where To Go On Safari Away From The Crowds And Why

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There’s no denying the appeal of a private African safari away from crowds of fellow travellers.  You journey to the wild to immerse yourself in the grand vastness of untouched nature, to be bathed in sunlight as you meander (never walk, that’s suburban) while the Lion King soundtrack inexplicably echoes from a bush. Now imagine basking in this, your lifelong dream come true, and seeing from the corner of your eye… humans. But, like, a lot of them. This is not what you signed up for; you’ve gone to the WILD for crying out loud.

As fellow tourists, we know the perils of being thrust among throngs of our own kind. And because we understand, we’ve come up with ideas for how you can explore the hordes while avoiding the masses.

1. Go Camping (But In Style)

Remember the time you had to set-up a tent in full view of an overachieving family of life-long campers? Remember how judgy they were as it took you several attempts to set it up? Remember how a loved-one had to wrestle a wild boar to redeem your family’s honour? Yes, Rick, we too have been there.

To avoid this scenario, let the experts do the technical stuff and enjoy a more private safari experience. Places like Mara Plains Camp in Kenya provide the tents, the sights and the modern comforts from their backyard in the wilderness. Built to complement its riverine forest setting, it’s one of only five camps in the Olare Motorogi Conservancy bordering Maasai Mara Game Reserve. As a result, there is a low density of tourism vehicles, which provides the ultimate safari experience.

A bedroom with a wooden veranda in the middle of the bush
The camp setting at a luxury safari
Photo credit: Mara Plains Camp

At Mara River Tented Camp in Tanzania, an off-the-grid luxury tent hideout, safari-goers have prime viewing of the Great Migration where over a million wildebeest brave the river’s crocodile-infested waters to get to the other side.

A bed inside a stylish tent at Sand River Masai Masai
The interior of a luxury tent
Photo credit: Sand River Masai Mara
A portion of the Mara River known as Death Valley in Kenya

2. Go On Photo Safari (And Get Some Help)

We love a stylishly-captured car bonnet as much as the next amateur photographer; sometimes all a picture needs (especially a lucky snap of a once-in-a-lifetime black rhino sighting) is the outline of a hatchback. But just in case you want to try the minimalist approach – with just the wildlife – a photographic safari somewhere remote might do the trick.

Private game reserves and safari lodges like Singita in Kruger National Park and Royal Malewane employ rangers and trackers who are also wildlife photographers and who can help you capture one-of-a-kind safari snaps.

A leopard sighted on safari at Singita Kruger National Park
A leopard sighting on safari
Photo credit: Singita Kruger National Park
A safari vehicle comes across a herd of migrating wildebeest at Royal Malewane
A safari vehicle near a herd of wildebeest
Photo credit: Royal Malewane

Ulusaba Cliff Lodge and Ulusaba Rock Lodge are just two properties offering photographic safaris in the Sabi Sand and have packages that include professional photographers to assist and guide you in capturing those special moments.

An panoramic view of Ulusaba Rock Lodge, Sabi Sand
A lodge situated on a rock
Photo credit: Ulusaba
A herd of elephants drinking water at a steam near Ulusaba Rock Lodge
A herd of elephants near a stream
Photo credit: Ulusaba Private Game Reserve

3. Honeymoon In The Wild (The Luxurious Way)

A private African safari is not only a great way to rejuvenate emotionally and spiritually, it can help you recover from pre-wedding stress (and the horror that was your drunk uncle’s wedding reception toast). Getting to relax and rediscover one another in a natural setting that inspires wonder and gratitude is why a honeymoon safari is the best way to start your marriage. It’s also an opportunity to do cool things like staring overlong into sunsets and whispering meaningful at the sky – while on a deck.

If tranquil is what you’re after, the Lion Sands in Sabi Sand Game Reserve is a great choice. You can spend nights in a magic treehouse observing the night sky and days on safari in search of the famous Big 5.

A secluded night beneath a sky inside a Lion Sands treehouse
The view outside a treehouse
Photo credit: Lion Sands

&Beyond‘s range of lodges in Botswana’s Okavango Delta offer gorgeous combinations of luxury, romance and wilderness. Xaranna Okavango Delta Camp is considered the Delta’s most luxurious safari experience and Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge‘s collection of cottages, designed to organically blend into the surrounding nature, are the height of escapism while on safari, it often makes the list of Africa’s most romantic destinations.

Freshly-made bed in an open tent overlooking a water landscape
As you get up, a fantastic view awaits you
Photo credit: Xaranna Okavango Delta Camp
Luxury, comfort and views at Sandibe Okavango
The palatial inside of cottage
Photo credit: Michaelis Boyd and Nick Plewman

4. Book Your Guide To The Wild

Getting away somewhere remote (even if that’s the whole point) can be scary. You can have your safari away from crowds experience without being completely abandoned – private guides are great way to mitigate some of the stress and anxiety. They will stick with you, your family or group for the length of your holiday, ensuring that you get to see Africa’s Big 5 in action and whatever other experiences you might desire. They will:

  • Help optimise your game viewing and wilderness experience by taking you to diverse locations
  • Share their wide-ranging expertise – like photography and tracking
  • Answer all your questions and see to your special requests
  • Act as liaison between you and various lodges
  • Help you get a deeper understanding of Africa and a richer experience of its cultures and history

To inquire about Rhino Africa‘s private guided tours click here

 

Our Top 5 Photographic Safaris in the Sabi Sand

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The only thing that might be missing from a safari experience in the Sabi Sand Reserve is a photograph that does justice to the wonders witnessed.  Sharing an unfenced border with the Kruger National Park and its abundant wildlife, there are sure to be endless photo-worthy moments with Africa’s Big 5 all in attendance and an impressive array of bird species. Unsurprisingly, such visions crave documentation – which is easily available in the reserve thanks to the specialised photographic safaris on offer. Here are our top 5 favourite picks:

Londolozi offers memorable Photographic Safaris
Image Credit: Londolozi

Nkorho Bush Lodge

A 4-day Digital Photographic Course will ensure safari goers leave Nkorho Bush Lodge with happy hearts and full SD cards. The course is presented by award-winning wildlife photographers who accompany guests on twice-daily game drives. These excursions take place in a private vehicle with an expert ranger and tracker team who will ensure you have plenty of subject-matter for your lens. Set off before the sun is up – a prime time for game-spotting – and break for a refreshment out in the field to help keep that camera hand steady until breakfast.

An informative lecture is also on offer covering optimum settings for image formats, camera basics, and digital workflow detailing the process from camera to computer, image optimisation and more. On the second drive of the day, a sundowner break will ensure you don’t become too preoccupied that you miss soaking up the ambience (though you may have to put your drink down to try your talents on an African sunset).

Photographic safaris with Londolozi guides
Image Credit: Londolozi

Londolozi

One of a kind and cutting edge, a photographic safari in the renowned Londolozi Reserve is entirely tailored to your interests. Whether it is botany, birding, or capturing images of those magnificent big cats – leopards being particularly well sighted in the area – the talented team at Londolozi will make sure you leave with photographs to last a lifetime. This stretch of African expanse has been the scene of numerous National Geographic and Animal Planet documentaries – and now your own personal documentary can be a part of it, too! Telling stories through photographs is a way of life here, and with the added benefit of their on-site Photographic Studio, visitors can pre-book sessions and equipment before arriving for their Big 5 safari getaway.

Capture members of the Big 5 on Photographic Safaris
Image Credit: Londolozi

Cheetah Plains

The intimate and relaxing Cheetah Plains lodge and reserve is home to specially-designed photographic vehicles and seats, permitting only 4 photographers per vehicle. The vehicle’s unique swivel chairs are specifically adapted and ensure that all safari-goers can capture the same image at the same time – completely unobstructed. Their photographic safaris are also ideally complemented by their birding safaris. This Sabi Sand safari experience is led by a guide who is gifted with intrinsic knowledge of the reserve and the art of photography.

Capture wild birds on your Photographic Safaris
Image Credit: Sabi Sabi

Sabi Sabi 

Led by a professional photographer, amateur and seasoned snappers will make their way through the bush in search of the perfect shot following which the photographer is on hand to help review the image and lead post-processing. Visitors can shift from an elephant-portrait showcasing the gentle giant’s ears at full spread to an extreme close-up of a hornbill’s patterned feathers. The photographic safari option at Sabi Sabi is available on request and must be pre-booked in advance to ensure that guests get the most out of their experience here. Gear hire is also available.

Waterholes are sure to give you the best shots
Image Credit: Sabi Sabi

Kirkman’s Camp

With experienced guides who double as experienced photographers, safari goers at Kirkman’s Camp can dive into the wealth of knowledge available to them from advice on shutter speed, lenses, and filters to angles and lighting. While holding your breath in anticipation of that perfect shot, allow your rangers to impart their extensive local knowledge of the area and its wildlife on you. Be sure to capture everything in between as this pristine landscape offers up a perfect backdrop of forms and colours illuminated by sunlight filtering through the fresh clean air. This unique safari experience is sure to enrich all future adventures.

Anything can happen on Photographic Safaris - it's the unexpected making it magical
Image Credit: Londolozi

To book your photographic safari, contact one of our talented consultants and let us organise your perfect holiday.

The Magical Treehouses of Lion Sands

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For those with an adventurous spirit, a romantic soul, or a heart longing to escape from their day-to-day, there are a few magical places to be found hidden among the scatterings of trees within Lion Sands, a 7,000ha African wilderness forming part of the Sabi Sand Reserve. These alluring treehouses put travellers eye-level with some of the area’s 500 different species of bird while evoking a sense of childish nostalgia coupled with intoxicating romance.

View of Kingston Treehouse

Whether it’s in Chalkley Treehouse, appointed around the trunk of a 500-year-old leadwood tree; Tinyeleti Treehouse, overlooking the Sabie River; or Kingston Treehouse, whose deck skims the top of surrounding trees – guests are promised a secluded night beneath a sky bursting with stars. Here, the secret world that is the savannah after dark is yours.

The boardwalk to the treehouses are lit up with candles

A stay at each treehouse begins shortly before sunset where guests are greeted with a delectable picnic dinner and accompanying drinks after being shown around their bush bedroom. Savouring this feast al fresco from their lofty perch, intrepid travellers will no doubt consider their place in this vast expanse while daylight fades across the horizon – just as it has every day since this sanctuary was created and even longer before that.

Chalkley Treehouse

Lion Sands’ treehouses had their inception at the large leadwood tree Chalkley Treehouse now rests against. This is the same tree that Guy Chalkley, the original custodian of this paradise, set up camp in to evade roaming predators. He would have looked out over a vista as immaculate as the one before you, altered only by the seasons and the ever-turning cycles of nature.

Kingston treehouse with a view of the bedroom

The cooing of doves combined gently with the chirping of insects form a charming dinner-time serenade that lulls the sun gently below the horizon. Though a spectacular African sunset savoured from these secluded spots might seem like they can’t be topped, the stars, naturally, are the stars of the show.

Tinyeleti treehouse from the deck

Another soundtrack for the evening is the low murmur of antelope and a distant lion’s roar, while the rumblings of passing elephants below reverberate across the landscape. Simply drift off counting satellites and shooting stars as they arc across the sky, secure in the knowledge that a dedicated field guide is at the nearby lodge and only a radio call away. When the night is over, wake to the pre-dawn cries of the jackal.

View of Tinyeleti Treehouse in the day

After being part of the awakening wild and absorbing the morning sunrise with a steaming cup of coffee, it is time to descend. The morning game drive that begins once you reach the ground and pauses midway for a bush breakfast is the perfect salve to ease the pang that accompanies coming back down to earth after a night in heaven.

Kingston Treehouse from afar

Images courtesy of Lion Sands

Big Adventures for small Safari Adventurers at… Ulusaba

Safari,South Africa
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Ulusaba Rock Lodge’s name translates to ‘the place of little fear’, given by ancient Shangaan warriors who used the boulder-strewn koppie on which part of it rests as a lookout post in centuries gone by. Today it not only welcomes new and veteran safari-goers but those visitors who come in a more ‘diminutive’ form, reaffirming Ulusaba’s status as a haven promising plenty of discovery while leaving little to fear. Ulusaba’s Cub’s Club features specially tailored activities for children and ensures that a dizzying amount of excitement is in store from the minute their tiny feet touch the savannah in this private sector of Sabi Sand Game Reserve.

Children are welcome at Ulusaba
Children are welcome at Ulusaba

Safari holidays have had a reputation in the past for not being conducive to a family holiday. At Ulusaba, a dedicated team of staff and a comprehensive kids programme ensure that this most certainly is not the case, proving that a safari can be enjoyed by even the smallest of enthusiasts. While parents are trundling through the wilderness in search of the Big 5 and making the most of their well-deserved break, kids are kept busy and entertained back at the lodge. Cubs can make their days their own and decide on their itineraries for their stay in the bush.

Upon arrival at Ulusaba, cubs are greeted with a safari backpack filled with everything they’ll need for their whirlwind safari adventure. With an Ulusaba cap protecting little heads from the harsh sun, these small adventurers embark on a treasure hunt around the lodge designed to familiarise cubs with their new surroundings.

Under the careful and friendly gaze of a guide and tracker, cubs may find themselves trekking (not too far) into the 13,500ha Ulusaba Private Game Reserve which forms part of the Greater Kruger Area on a mini-rangers course and bush walk. Here they will learn about the bush and how to identify animals from the tracks and dung droppings they’ve left behind.

Ulusaba Safari Lodge has many surprises to keep children entertained
Ulusaba Safari Lodge has many surprises to keep children entertained

Even dinner time turns into a fun affair with Safari MasterChef courses allowing little ones to try their hand at making pizza and baking cookies (the latter of which can be enjoyed at tea time or while listening to African-themed bedtime stories). Kid-friendly meals are also on offer as the staff at Ulusaba understand that cubs don’t have quite the same appetite as full-grown members of their pride might.

At night, parents can rest easy knowing that there are 24/hr security guards patrolling the premises who will pay extra attention to any peeps and murmurs that might come from rooms with cubs in them.

Other activities around the lodge include afternoons at the swimming pool, with an experienced swimmer on hand to supervise; as well as rock painting and coloured sand art. For those days when cubs would rather stay in than out, Ulusaba boasts an array of current and classic DVDs, CDs, and even a Nintendo Wii—ensuring that kids can still be active, even when indoors.

Ulusaba's zebras are sure to be a treat to spot for children
Ulusaba’s zebras are sure to be a treat to spot for children

Between board games, puzzles, cards, and learning traditional South African games that cubs can take home with them—there won’t be a moment of fun to spare. And when the little tykes are tired out from a hard day spent adventuring? A unique cub’s spa treatment is sure to help them unwind.

Are you ready to take your family on the adventure of a lifetime? Contact one of our worldly Rhino Africa consultants today to find out more, and visit Ulusaba’s website to see what else they have to offer.

Please note

Ulusaba’s Cub’s Club is open to cubs between the ages of 0-11 years and babysitting services are available at no extra charge.

Children over the age of six may accompany their family on game drives.

We do advise pre-booking as this activity may be subject to season and availability.

Through the Lens With Joseph Hsiao

Botswana,Cape Town,Kruger National Park
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Joseph and Deanna Hsiao from Massachusetts recently visited Southern Africa where they celebrated Joseph’s birthday. They started their trip in Cape Town at Cape Royale and from there went on to Idube Safari Lodge in the Sabi Sand and then Victoria Falls Safari Lodge in Victoria Falls. “Africa has been on our radar for a long time. When it came time to plan our journey we were quickly overwhelmed with choices and operators. Rhino Africa certainly made that process much easier” Joseph said. The trip was expertly planned and organised by Samantha, one of our senior consultants.

We enjoyed every part of the trip from Cape Town to Sabi Sand to Victoria Falls. Each destination gave us different perspectives and experiences. Southern Africa is truly an amazing place and I hope to visit again sooner rather than later.”

On the trip Joseph took some incredibly engaging and striking photographs of the wildlife as well as their activities. It is his video of their holiday, however, that is especially captivating. Joseph captured their entire journey in rich detail in this short and inspiring video. You can watch the video and see the photos below;

Cape Town

One of Cape Town's spectacular viewsAn array of masksWhat's not to love about Southern Africa's sun? Cape Town has plenty of striking views

Sabi Sand

A lioness and her cubs Cubs relaxing together Wildebeest Thirsty band of baboons drinking from the swimming pool Sights like these can be expected in Southern Africa Leopard resting in a tree Two rhino The brilliance of stars can be seen clearly here A dung beetle Captured

Victoria Falls

The magical moment as the sun glows behind cloudsThe Victoria FallsEncountering a lion

Chobe National Park

Striking the same pose Elephant and her calfTwo elephants playfully jostle each otherHerd of elephants near water

If you want to experience all of the beauty the Hsiao’s saw in Africa, why not try a trip from the Cape to Kruger National Park, or add Victoria Falls and the Okavango Delta to your itinerary. If there are other parts of Africa that you want to explore let us know!

The Remmert Family African Adventure

Kruger National Park,South Africa
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The Remmert Family recently travelled with us on an awesome African adventure planned by our travel consultant Bianca Johnstone. Back home now, they sent us some words about their trip.


“We returned yesterday from our wonderful adventure in Africa. It was an awesome experience for all of us. As Pete said, the memories of this trip will be with us for the rest of our lives. We want to thank you for your guidance every step of the way.

Londolozi Varty Camp was truly amazing. I still cannot believe the extent of their personal attention. They planned surprises for us every day, including a complete breakfast, prepared and served in the bush, a traditional African Potjie dinner, a night of African music and dance, a remote tree house sleepover in the bush with all 11 of the kids (14-30 years old), and an amazing reception prepared in the bush on our last evening there, complete with lanterns, hors d’oeurves, our favorite Veuve Cliquot champagne, and a visit with Shan and Dave Varty.

The Remmert Family
This is a picture of our family with our rangers and trackers. It was taken as we were leaving Londolozi, headed to Singita. Beginning on the left,  bottom row is James, Laura, tracker Richard, Fred, ranger James, Missy, Bob, Audrey, Tyler, Shannon, tracker Mike and Pete. The next row is Cathy, Chris Lily, Sam, ranger Sean and Gracie. The top row is Chloe, Noah and Tracy. Somehow, I ended up on top.

The planning by Georgia, Kerry and staff helped make James proposal to Laura a magical event. The were taken to a secluded treetop location in the bush, complete with colorful cushions, a lovely lunch, champagne and roses. As I understand it, James proposed as they watched elephants below them. I am sure it will be a highlight in their lives together.

The food and the way it was presented at Londolozi was impeccable. We absolutely loved that everything was prepared and ready for us at every meal. There was no ordering and waiting for a meal and everyone could enjoy sampling all the wonderful choices. Vegetarians and meat eaters alike were delighted at each meals offerings. I have been to many fine hotels and resorts all over the world and have never experienced this sort of treatment.

Londolozi Varty Camp

Londolozi’s staff, including rangers, trackers, butlers, management and general staff were amazing. Everyone bonded with the rangers and trackers, who proceeded to open our eyes to the wonder of the African bush. To be so close to animals we had only seen in books and movies was truly amazing. We loved the freedom that they have been given at Londolozi by the Varty family to explore the bush.

Everything at Londolozi absolutely filled us with wonder. They obviously put much thought into every moment of our stay and further, carried out their plans with friendly and joy filled attitudes. They truly made us feel like we were part of their family. I would highly recommend Londolozi to anyone and hope to be able to return one day.

Singita was also wonderful. The property is exquisite, the food delicious and the staff attentive. The animal sightings were wondrous and the rangers and trackers were so knowledgeable and personable, just as they were at Londolozi.

Singita Lebombo
The Singita Lebombo lodges are situated among Euphorbia trees on the remote cliffs of the Kruger
Singita Lebombo
Singita Lebombo

Thank you Bianca for all you did to make our adventure such a wonderful event. We will never forget it.

With gratitude,
Cheryl”


Contact one of our expert travel consultants to have your own African Adventure!

Happy Birthday Nelson Mandela! From Rhino Africa

South Africa
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“For to be free is not merely to cast off one’s chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others.”

What Does Mandela Mean To You?

Trying to write something about Tata Madiba feels a bit like trying to write wedding vows. Or how I imagine it to be. You don’t want to be trite about it. But the pressure somewhat cripples you. So, as often happens with vows, you start off writing about how difficult it was to write…

Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela is a special man, not just to us in South Africa, but Africa as a whole. The world as a whole. He’s a legend and a landmark. A man both grand and humble to whom we owe so much – not just crazy shirts.

Today is his 94th birthday.

In November 2009, the United Nations General Assembly declared 18 July Nelson Mandela International Day to honour his birthday. It was the first time the United Nations had ever designated a day dedicated to a person…

Tata Madiba

He gave us 67 Years – Give back just 67 Minutes

The objective behind Mandela Day is not only to celebrate the man but also to inspire individuals to take action to help change the world for the better. Mandela gave 67 years of his life to bring change to South Africa’s people – he was devoted to public service, a human rights lawyer, a prisoner of conscience, an international peacemaker and the first democratically elected President of South Africa.

Every year on 18 July, individuals and organisations are encouraged to spend only 67 minutes  helping others… Read more here. What are you doing for Mandela Day? Tell us in the comments section below!

Nelson Mandela


A Man of Nature

Madiba’s influence infiltrates every part of the South African nation. Even having moved out of the public eye in old age, he’s still here. In the people, locals and tourists. In the land, urban and rural. In the animals. His decisions, his hope and positivity shows throughout, even in places like the Sabi Sand…

Madiba saw the value in conserving our natural environment. He saw the value in bringing tourism to South Africa. More particularly to us in travel and conservation, he contributed to the way we now experience southern Africa’s game reserves.

“There is nothing like returning to a place that remains unchanged to find the ways in which you yourself have altered.”

Happy Nelson Mandela International Day

Along with other visionaries, Mandela had the vision to join the reserves of South Africa, Zimbabwe and Mozambique “to establish a single park that links our countries and our peoples. That would be a victory not only for more cohesive management of our region’s ecology, but a concrete symbol of regional unity and a spur to development,” as he said in a speech at the 1998 Kruger National Park Centenary Celebrations.

On 10 November 10, 2000 this vision was realised. The governments of South Africa, Zimbabwe and Mozambique signed an agreement putting the project in motion. Many fences between the parks (including the Limpopo National Park in Mozambique, Kruger National Park in South Africa, and Gonarezhou National Park, Manjinji Pan Sanctuary and Malipati Safari Area in Zimbabwe) have been taken down, letting the animals, inhabitants and visitors move around more freely and in harmony.

Londolozi
Wild Dogs at Londolozi

DID YOU KNOW: During the National Parks Centenary he stayed at one of our favourite private game reserves, Londolozi, and said this: “There, I saw people of all races living in harmony amid the beauty that mother nature offers. Londolozi represents a model of the dream I cherish for the future of nature preservation in our country.” Read more about this great occasion here on Londolozi’s Blog.

“The greatest glory in living
lies not in never falling,
but in rising every time we fall.”
– Nelson Mandela

You are in our hearts Madiba and have changed our lives forever.

Leave your tribute to the great man in the comments sections below.

An Incredible Sabi Sand Safari: Part III – Londolozi Founders & Pioneer Camps

Kruger National Park,South Africa
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or –  How I bagged a future wife – Part III

Having taken the big step and received the answer I wanted, you might think it was all over. You would be wrong. This was the safari of a lifetime and that meant there was still more awesomeness to come in the form of Londolozi Game Reserve. Our time at Lion Sands Ivory Lodge was about getting into the groove and the vibe of the African bush, Singita Ebony was the crux of the affair with me bending the knee, while our two nights at Londolozi was the honeymoon period!

High on life and happiness, we arrived at Londolozi and our hosts at Founders Camp, Kirsten and Jess, were determined to keep up the romance already piled on so heavily at our first two stops. The first big surprise came in the form of Pioneer Camp, while we were still hosted at Founders, eating our meals and leaving for game drives from there, we were able to sleep in the superb suites at Pioneer. Not that the suites of Founders Camp aren’t luxurious enough, having recently undergone a renovation, but don’t look a gifted horse in the mouth they say.

Waterbuck

Sunset over Londolozi

Male and female lion

Safari Tip:
If you want to find out all about the Kruger National Park, the private game reserves on it’s borders and the best places to stay, a good start would be to watch the Rhino Africa Kruger Park introduction video on our Youtube channel.

Kruger National Park Video

Lioness

Lion mane

Lion Cubs

Here, kitty kitty kitty

Londolozi is known as the leopard capital, but for us it was the lion capital. We saw lion cubs, a coalition of three males and a mating pair going at it. Lions certainly have stamina; they have a romp every fifteen minutes for up to five days! On our last evening we followed the thee males and they decided to investigate our vehicle. We were sitting in the back seat and they came over to sniff the exhaust just below our feet. Tessa nearly ended up in our ranger Julius’ (aka ‘Croc’) lap.

Not that we didn’t see leopard; we’d seen a female leopard on a kill within fifteen minutes of our first game drive. At all the lodges in the Sabi Sand they employ various methods of identifying leopards and at Londolozi they have been doing it for longer than anyone else; if you don’t believe me, check out the Leopards of Londolozi website for a closer look and while you’re there you can have a look at Vomba 3:3 Young Female, the leopard we saw on two occasions during our stay here. Interestingly enough this is the exact same leopard I saw on a previous trip to Londolozi in September 2010. I’m developing a serious soft spot for this beautiful girl…

Lioness with cubs
Ouch!
Scarred lion
Would you look at those scars

Vomba Young Female

Leopard

Leopard with kill

Fun Photo Tip:
If you have a camera and a pair of binoculars you can combine the two to snap some fun and interesting photos.

Leopard in the binocs

Baby Giraffe
Baby giraffe

Yet more romance!

The staff at Londolozi were determined to match (or even outdo) the levels of romance we had experienced so far on our trip. On our first game drive we turned a corner as the sun was setting and there on a rock on the riverside amidst lanterns was a glowing table with our evening sunset drinks. A private sun-downer on the rocks… maybe I should have waited. Although I’m pretty sure I would have been a nervous wreck by this stage!

Our second evening there was yet another foam bath, scattered rose petals and another private dinner. Good grief these guys were determined to ruin us for romance for life! I’ll never be able to outdo this trip; the only solution is to go the opposite route. For our honeymoon, we’re going camping!

If you haven’t already read them you can find Part I and Part II on our blog.

A huge thank you to Bronwyn, Boyd, Richard, Julius, Richard our tracker, Jess, Kirsten and Freddie.

Vomba young female

Lion yawning

Drinks on the rocks

Useful Links:
Read Part I and Part II

You can find loads more photographs on our Facebook page or on Flickr

Watch our Londolozi video on our youtube channel
Read all about Londolozi Game Reserve
Read about Founders Camp on our website
Find out more about Pioneer Camp

Contact us to plan your very own tailor-made tour

An Incredible Sabi Sand Safari: Part II – Singita Ebony Lodge

Kruger National Park,South Africa
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or –  How I bagged a future wife – Part II

After a fantastic start to our safari at Lion Sands Ivory Lodge and a not so fantastic start to my bid to bag a future wife (read why in Part I), I was determined that I would get it right, sooner rather than later. Although there were still four nights left on our safari the stress and nerves were starting to get to me, I was even dropping things… and by now the burning sensation from the ring had me patting my pocket repeatedly. She was sure to catch on if I didn’t get this right, soon!

So on arriving at Singita Ebony Lodge for the second part of our safari, meeting Monique, our host, and Shadrack, our smiling Butler, and being suitably blown away by our accommodation, I took Monique aside for a private word. Enthusiasm was catching and she simply said; “leave it to me”.

Zebra drinking at Singita Ebony Lodge

Sunlight at dawn

Top Safari Tip:
Dress warmly. Seriously, it gets cold in the mornings and evenings and the wind chill factor on an open safari vehicle is hectic. No matter the time of year, take enough warm clothes for game drives and no, it doesn’t matter if your look like an eskimo, the animals won’t mind.

Lilac breasted roller
Lilac breasted roller
Lilac breasted roller takes flight
Lilac breasted roller takes flight

A fork tailed drongo between an elephants legs

Opulence and Great Game Viewing

Singita Ebony is a colourful lodge in a colonial style; warm reds abound and that’s not just the colour of the décor, there’s also a wine list several feet long. The best bits by far are the rotating fire place, which is lit to warm your suite before you return from your evening game drive, and the heated pool with a view of the river. We spent several hours one afternoon swimming and watching a breeding herd of elephant feeding in the river below. Africa doesn’t get much better than that. Although a full body massage was also a highlight 🙂

The afternoon of our arrival we met Marc, our ranger, a great character who is quick to share his love of the bush with his guests, and Mish our tracker who could find a needle in a haystack. I would recommend these two to anyone visiting Singita Sabi Sand. While we didn’t see any leopard at Singita, we did track down some animals that I had always wanted to see. Amongst those a pack of wild dogs and their pups was the highlight. These rare dogs are endangered and because of their constant movement are particularly hard to find, it took us three game drives but we eventually found them – and what a sighting!

On one late night game drive a Verreaux’s Eagle Owl turned up with its distinctive pink eyelids, Spotted Eagle Owl, Genet, White Tailed Mongoose, Side Striped Jackal, two male Lion and best of all the elusive Civet. The sunset drinks breaks were proving a hit with safari-virgin Tessa and our drink of choice – that notable safari tipple, the gin and tonic had by now become a tradition. Sunsets over the Blyde River Canyon in the distance were simply breathtaking.

Wild dog pups

Wild dog

Following wild dogs at Singita

Mish tracking
Our tracker searching for spoor
Marc our ranger at Singita
Marc our ranger at Singita showing us the difference between male and female Bateleur Eagles

Top Safari Tip:
While we won’t emphatically say you shouldn’t drink anything else, round here we hold the gin and tonic to be the ultimate safari drink with its roots in colonial explorer days.

Check out our blog about safari drinks

Side striped jackal
Side striped jackal

Elephant Drinking

Elephant Close-up

Baby elephant

Baboon sunning themselves at Dawn
Baboon sunning themselves at Dawn
Sunset
Sunset over the Blyde River Canyon

Did you know:
The Blyde River Canyon is the third largest canyon in the world!

The Moment Comes!

Our first evening we were escorted to our dinner venue by Shadrack and what a venue, it was perfect. A small boma alongside the main pool had been cleared out for our exclusive use. The trees around the pool were sprouting oil lamps like glowing fruit; there must have been thirty of them. Two outdoor heaters kept the inside of the boma toasty and there were enough tea-light candles scattered about to be a definite fire risk. My pocket too was aflame, the ring wanted to come out.

Our meal was fantastic, I thought my nerves would spoil the taste of the food… but Singita’s food is on a par with the top restaurants in Cape Town. Champagne flowed and each course was paired with a wine, I’m not ashamed to admit, I needed the Dutch courage!

Between mains and dessert I panicked a bit. You see, I had told Shadrack to allow for a break somewhere around dessert, but in my nervous state I had forgotten whether I had asked for the break before or after dessert… and was it just my imagination or was dessert taking an age to arrive. There was nothing for it but to take the plunge!

So there I was down on one knee, ring in hand, asking the question I had planned for so very long and her answer?

“Shadrack, oh!”

You see I had made a small error. Shadrack walked around the corner with a delicious chocolate fondant in his hands at that very moment. His sheepish smile and shade of red was something to behold and the two of us will always hold a special place in our hearts for him. Recovering from her nerves and when our giggling had subsided, she gave me the answer I was looking for and made me the happiest man in the Sabi Sand.

Our safari wasn’t done yet, but now with my nerves settled and ecstatic happiness and romance fueling the trip; it was only getting better and better. Our second night at Singita followed in the traditions of the first, another private dinner and yet another foam and rose filled bath. Singita certainly knows how to do romantic.

If you missed it read Part I here and Part III.

Marc, Monique, Tom, Shadrack, Mish and Co. You guys made our stay amazing. Thank you very much!

Shadrack our amazing Butler
Shadrack - Thank You!

Some Useful Links:
Part I of this story and Part III.

Find more Photographs of Part II on Facebook and on Flickr

Watch the Singita video on our Youtube channel
Read all about Singita Ebony Lodge on our website
Read more about the Sabi Sand Game Reserve

Contact Rhino Africa to get your very own tailor-made tour