July 18, 2021, marks the 12th Anniversary of Mandela Day—an annual celebration of the legacy of Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela on his day of birth. This year, the milestone is once again contrasted by the stark realities of the ongoing Covid-19…

Another month of extraordinary wildlife sightings under the radiant winter sunlight has flown by! The inspiring exquisiteness of our surroundings is truly surreal, and it takes just a small amount of imagination to feel lost in this tangible wonderland—devoid of…

The golden hues of winter have brushed over the landscapes around the Concession. Each afternoon, as the sun begins to set, the sky is painted in vibrant tones of orange, red, pink, and blue. As the abundance of water slowly…

As the dry season slowly starts to take hold, transforming the luscious greens of the dense vegetation into golden hues of the iconic South African bushveld, the wildlife sightings have been truly outstanding, with all of the “big seven” species…

It has been a month of the most incredible sightings! We have been very fortunate to experience sightings that were simply amazing—from the smallest insects to the largest elephant. While one can expect the unpredictability of the wild, we have…

MOTHER NATURE: The word “Nature” comes from the Latin word, “natura”, meaning birth or character. Whenever an indescribable moment occurs in the bush—be it the irreplaceable beauty of wild Africa or the violence of a predator interaction that grapples with…

January has been an exhilarating month for all of our guests and guides, alike, with some extraordinary sightings including three brand new lion cubs belonging to the Hamiltons Pride. We would like to dedicate this newsletter to Jason Kleyn, our…

We were very fortunate to share the festive season with our wonderful guests! Along with this privilege, we have also shared some of the most incredible sightings and experiences in what can only be described as a magical month of…

A warm Season’s Greetings from the Mluwati Concession! The start of the new year has been marked with an astounding burst of new life around the Concession as we enjoy the paradise of the summer reason. The seasonal time of…

What’s in a bird call? Sometimes, the best way to learn the various bird calls that make up the summer choir is to associate them with easy-to-remember phrases. Here are some examples: Red Chested Cuckoo – Well-known for its “Piet…

The bush transformed in front of our eyes over a couple of weeks to an amazing array of bright greens, silvers, darker shades. It has come alive with insects from the smallest to the largest of the LongHorn Beetles. October…

Despite ranking as the third most biodiverse country in the world, did you know that less than 7% of South Africa’s total land area is protected? Read about the effects of unsustainable land-use practices and consider the case for the…

Out of the belly of the riverbed comes an explosion of busy chatter—Hyenas. They band together in droves with the hopes of unnerving the predator to leave its quarry instead of trying to defend it. The above-mentioned scenes have been…

Have you ever thought about what resources are required and used by a Game Lodge or Safari Camp? We do, every single day. Join Mr Richard Sowry, the South African National Parks (SANParks) Section Ranger for the Kingfisherspruit Region of…

World Lion Day is celebrated every year on August 10 to raise awareness on the plight of African lions (Panthera Leo). Just 100 years ago, there were over a million lions. Today, it is estimated that there are only between…

For the privileged few of us who have had the incredible opportunity to stay and look after the concession for the last 128 days of what seems a lifetime in Lockdown, we are grateful for being able to experience a…

Despite staying at home and having more flexibility with our schedules, for many of us, this period of a slowdown has been more draining than replenishing on our energy levels and overall mental health. Whether it’s working longer hours, having…