When the change in seasons comes, so does the change in weather. The climate plays a big part in the movement of wildlife. Below I describe the safari cycle of life so that you can immerse yourself in the story. Dry Winter Months June through to October are the driest months of the year, although … Read more
Fynbos on Sea
Simbavati Safari
Cederberg Ridge
Simbavati Tanzania
Our ‘Secret Seven’ wildlife species in Africa are rarely seen and elusive animals. Well, the name says it all. These are the most secretive animals and even many frequent visitors to National Parks and wildlife reserves haven’t been fortunate enough to see them all. The secret seven comprise aardvark, African wild cat, civet, large spotted … Read more
Fynbos on Sea
Simbavati Safari
Cederberg Ridge
Simbavati Tanzania
So what sort of things are we looking for when on a walking safari? At Simbavati Trails camp, or any bush walk for that matter. Since we are part of the Timbavati Game Reserve, which is part of the Greater Kruger area, we do have free-roaming game including the Big 5. But, when we are … Read more
Fynbos on Sea
Simbavati Safari
Cederberg Ridge
Simbavati Tanzania
A great lineage was left behind by an exceptional female leopard known as Ntombi. Ntombi was a very relaxed individual. But, as do we all, she aged and was forced to the south by younger, stronger competitors. Before she moved on, she had two cubs, both males. Both the cubs made it to adulthood which … Read more
Fynbos on Sea
Simbavati Safari
Cederberg Ridge
Simbavati Tanzania
There are over 350 species of bird in the Timbavati. All so beautiful and interesting in their own way. But I have to confess, having the good fortune to view these birds on a regular basis, there are a few that stand out for me.Given its proximity, you can also spot these birds in the … Read more
Fynbos on Sea
Simbavati Safari
Cederberg Ridge
Simbavati Tanzania
