Posts by Sara

How magnificent is the art of camouflage? This cheetah cub’s coat effortlessly blends into the grass and sand. Below are 5 evolutionary skills of a Cheetah: HIDECamouflage is protection for her against predators like lions and leopards. Cubs are born fluffy but gradually develop as many as 2000 spots on their sleek coats. HUNTAs much…

Getting up, close and personal with a Kudu male chewing the juiciest greenery close to camp. Greater kudu males have long, spiral horns that can grow up to 1.8 meters (6 feet) in length. They usually have 2.5 twists, but in rare cases, they can have 3 full spirals. In many African cultures, kudu horns…

The prettiest photo we ever did see of the sun setting on this Giraffe Mama and Calf. Here are some funky facts you might not know about these graceful giants: They only need 5 to 30 minutes of sleep per day: Giraffes are among the least sleep-dependent mammals. They often sleep standing up and take…

African Safaris aren’t all about wild animals – sometimes it’s the birds that cause great excitement too. They add a rich, colourful dimension to a wildlife safari in Africa. There are often over 450 species of birds in Southern Africa, especially in the summer months when migratory birds are prevalent. Now, back to this reel!…

The thought of the scorpion often evokes a feeling of fear in us…their stinging tails and pinching pincers all adding to their already formidable form. But these creatures have an integral part to play in this amazing system. These solitary creatures generally come out at night to feed but are inactive almost all the time…

This question is asked time and again so we thought we’d list the 5 key differences between Rwanda and Uganda and how to come to a decision based on accessibility, fitness and of course budget! 1. Terrain & Trekking Difficulty 2. Gorilla Subspecies In both countries, you will see mountain gorillas, but their behavior can…

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…