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A snippet from a blog at Sabi Sabi We spotted her at Warthog Wallow. She was lying in the cool riverbed, trying to hide from the heat of the day. Her 2 cubs lie suckling on her teats. Her senses are as sharp as ever, listening and smelling for any potential danger to her or…

On the hunt for wild dogs excerpt from Rich’s blogs at Sabi Sabi What a day…winter’s chill was cutting through the numerous layers that we had donned for the morning safari as we left the lodge. The sun broke over the horizon spreading hues of orange, red and yellow across the sky. After seeing the…

We often talk about the animals we see on safari but we need to start focusing on sharing the exquisite lodges which we stay at. There are so many beautiful camps in the Okavango Delta, Botswana and it’s surreal as you would never know there are so many to choose from as they are all…

One of our favorite trips in Africa is to both Uganda and Rwanda, where our key highlights are gorilla and chimp trekking through the impenetrable rainforests. This video shows these serene and gentle giants in their natural habitat – care free, innocent and uncannily human like. It’s an incredibly moving experience to watch gorillas interact…

Mala Mala may be one of the oldest establishments in the book but it has stood the test of time and for good reason. It has kept up with international trends in decor, design, food and other hospitality elements, but it has retained its old world charm and tradition. Part of the allure of Mala…

True! Recently, a friend’s daughter from Dubai questioned whether these wild animals were in fact, genuinely real life! This led to the quirky story we know about bush babies that gives everyone a little giggle. Bush babies do urinate on their feet. This behaviour, known as “urine-washing,” involves the bush baby urinating into its cupped…

And what country are we talking about? It’s Rwanda! The country of dormant volcanoes, lush rainforests, smiling people and of course, Gorillas. Rwanda’s tourism revenue in 2025 is projected to exceed $700 million, building on $647 million generated in 2024, which reflected a 4.3% increase from 2023. Gorilla tourism is a major contributor, generating $200…

Watch this adorable baby elephant calf following its mum on her every step! Did you know newborn elephants weigh around 200-250 pounds (90-113 kg) and stand about 3 feet tall at birth? Despite their size, these little giants can stand and walk within an hour after being born – all so they can reach their…

If you’re an adventure seeker, addicted to thrilling experiences, and a passionate animal lover – this is for you. But really, why? Because so many people in the world don’t have the money, time, nerve and fitness levels to actually do it. You will be one of the few that ever have the chance to…

2. Extreme Solitude and Territorial BehaviorThese leopards are intensely solitary, coming together with the opposite sex only briefly for mating (usually just 1–4 days). Both males and females defend exclusive, same-sex territories. Male territories often encompass several female territories, allowing them to mate with multiple females as opportunities arise. 3. Flexible and Opportunistic BreedingLeopards in…