On road at 5:30 am - Dominant female yawns as eight young adults learn again... Hunting is hard!

Cape Buffalo are interesting beasts and easily got rid of lions.

Wildebeest herds are large here too support the predators.

Lots of elephants... These stopped by the lodge waterfall to drink.

We got upgraded to the lodge from the tent village! Terry loves the coldish plunge pool.

Savannah monkeys including two babies roam the trees of our deck.

Young lions "playing" with a young rhino until mom steps in. Note the guide recording.

Thanda Game Reserve, South Africa

Apr 13–16, 2024 in South Africa ⋅ ⛅ 72 °F

Thanda Game Reserve is amazing with 37,000 acres, the big five and only 18 guests right now. From our rooms and food to our guide and our tracker - exceptional! We are in Zulu country near the northern border of South Africa.Read more