Africa Unearthed

17/01/2022

Hyena vs Leopard Showdown in 🐆 The talented got up close to this incredible action whereby a female leopard attempts to reclaim her kill several times from a large spotted hyena. You can go and see Part 1 on Marlon’s profile 📷

You just never know what’s around the next corner in the bush!

19/08/2021

Another great sighting in the Kruger National Park 🦴 These two Spotted Hyenas were devouring what was left of a big male Kudu carcass. Hyenas have incredibly powerful jaws which produce a massive amount of force in their bite. This allows them to access the nutrient rich marrow inside bones which most other animals cannot reach 🦷 Despite the bad reputation that hyenas have received, they actually catch anywhere between 65-90% of the food that they eat. Recent (and still ongoing) studies have shown that as well as having social structures as complex as primates, hyenas are also capable of providing the same level of problem-solving 🧠

16/08/2021

Want that luxury lodge experience but prefer to have your own space with your family or friends?

The Nkhari Homestead is an exclusive-use 4 bedroom house allowing for uninterrupted views of the Big Five Timbavati Game Reserve, a part of the Greater Kruger. You can opt to for a self-catering or fully-inclusive experience, but both options do come with a private game vehicle for your twice daily game drives 🦁

Rates start at R13,500 per night (first 6 guests) - contact us if you’d like more details.

14/08/2021

Not only is winter a great time for game viewing, but also provides some beautiful photographic opportunities as nectar-feeding birds flock to flowering Aloes as pictured above 🪶 Any guesses as to which of the 21 spectacularly coloured sunbirds, occurring in Southern Africa, that this might be? (📷: Blair Zoghby)

09/08/2021

Ever wondered what a luxury walking safari looks like? Here's a vlog that gives you a glimpse of what to expect!

If this is something that you would like to do, contact us & we'll be sure to organise absolutely everything for you - from transport, to shuttles to accommodation.

https://youtu.be/4qxTIr9Aiec

Making the most out of the heavily discounted South Africa Residents Rates at safari lodges (due to COVID), a group of 8 of us headed off of a walking safari...

08/07/2021

Catch of the day 🐟 Still one of the most incredible sightings captured at Savanna Private Game Reserve in the Sabi Sands. This hyena was unsure of how to catch these slippery creatures at first, but once she figured it out she proceeded to catch one after the other, kill them and then stash them on the riverbank to take back to the den close by.

This all happened by chance during our morning coffee stop, when we saw the hyena approaching from the far bank. You just never know what you might find in the bush 🐾

30/06/2021

Travel still remains open and what a better way to do it, than have the entire place to you and your family!

The incredible Morukuru Family’s exclusive-use houses in both Madikwe Game Reserve & De Hoop Nature Reserve offer a unique and unforgettable luxurious travel experience. They are currently offering last minute rates for stays between now and 17 December 2021, provided the stay is booked within 4 weeks of arrival. Prices starting at R3750 per person - contact us should you want more information ✉️

12/04/2021

Have you ever heard of Garonga Safari Company in the Greater Makalali Reserve? If not, best you listen up 😉 We were lucky enough to visit this beautiful property a couple of years back and it fast became one of our favourite luxury lodges in the region 🐘 It wasn’t just the delicious food, exquisite accommodation, the up close wildlife sightings and incredible knowledge of the guides, but it really came down to the staff who constantly went above and beyond. This beautiful lodge allows its guests some once in a lifetime experiences such as a bush or star bath as well as an adventurous sleep-out deck experience (don’t worry, you won’t go without your creature comforts).

Apart from their efforts to decrease their carbon footprint by installing solar panels (this accounts for 66% of Garonga’s energy needs), grey-water systems and heated pump systems as opposed to electrical geysers, they are also an active partner in a rhino conservation project which funds rhino relocations, as well as field rangers and anti-poaching K9 dog units within the Makalali Reserve 🦏 With all of that being said, they are currently running SA Residents Rates starting at R2900 per person per night for a luxury Safari tent (pictured above).

Feel free to message us to find out more.

18/03/2021

With international travel still a relatively uncertain thing at the moment, some of our incredible lodges in South Africa have continued their SA Residents Rates specials into 2021. You can find out more on our ‘SA Specials’ highlights reel on Instagram, but these are a few of our favourites 👆🏼Feel free to contact us for more information, prices and inclusions and exclusions!

10/03/2021

All he wanted to do was catch a quick 40 winks on the road, but his little friend had other ideas 😂

22/02/2021

Needing something to look forward to? Planning a special occasion? Or just wanting to get pampered and spoilt? (Don’t worry, we get it🥂)

We’ve got an incredible escape package for 6 nights staying at one of Cape Town’s finest boutique hotels, the Cape Cadogan, followed by 3 nights at the exclusive Lion Sands Game Reserve (as well as one night in one of their famous treehouses 🌳) from R43006 per person sharing.

Contact us for more details of what this includes, excludes and T&C’s 🐾

14/02/2021

A private dinner on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River in the spectacular Mana Pools National Park in Zimbabwe. This is certainly one of the better romantic dinner date locations that we’ve seen 🌅Happy Valentine’s Day from us to you (Image: African Bush Camps)

23/11/2020

We know that it's been a tough year to say the least, and most of you are in dire need of a well-deserved break over the festive season. With international travel limited, it's no excuse to not explore what our incredible country has to offer especially with their incredible 'Local Is Lekker' rates for South Africa Residents.

https://africaunearthed.com/local-is-lekker-specials/ #

02/11/2020

Now that Summer is here, the fresh ocean air and beach days with friends and family is top of the list and we’ve got the perfect hidden gem 🏖 The luxury Morukuru Beach Lodge in the beautiful De Hoop Nature Reserve is running an incredible Summer Special from R3750 per person per night valid for stays until 31 March 2021. This includes: All meals, soft drinks, water & hot beverages, guided activities, and the use of snorkeling and mountain biking equipment 🚲 Contact us for more information and specials (Please note that from 19 December - 3 Jan, normal rates apply).

21/10/2020

The perfect spot to take a dip in between game drives.

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06/10/2020

From a nap to a scratch 🐘 This gentle giant is doing life right!

01/10/2020

Not many people can say that they have stayed on Namibia’s desolate, yet fascinating Skeleton Coast. Despite the harsh environment, Natural Selection’s Shipwreck Lodge will leave you wanting for nothing more, and between kicking back and taking it easy, you will be led by top-notch guides who will help you discover the hidden mysteries and life in this fascinating area.

21/09/2020

Etosha National Park remains one of Namibia’s greatest wildlife areas, being a haven for big game. It translates from the local language of Ovambo which means ‘Great White Place’ due to the large white clay pan aptly named Etosha Pan. You can even see it from space 👩🏼‍🚀 Due to its unique environment, it allows for a very different safari experience compared to other parks within Southern Africa 🐘

10/09/2020

It’s times like these that make us realise how everyday is truly magical when you’re in the bush 🐅 An incredible moment captured by one of Roar Africa’s recent guests who was about to tuck into some breakfast before it got interrupted by this beautiful creature at Singita

07/08/2020

A must-watch video of the Great Migration - one of the greatest wildlife experiences in the world to witness!

05/08/2020

22/07/2020

They say that dynamite comes in small packages, and if this little guy’s attitude is anything to go off, that saying couldn’t be more true 💥 (Video captured by Dan Stevens)

07/07/2020

Experience the magic, seclusion and luxury of The Outpost Lodge from just R3100 per person per night sharing. This incredible lodge comprises of 12 stand-alone luxury suites overlooking the Luvuvhu River, and is located in the lesser visited area of Pafuri in the North of the Kruger National Park. This area accounts for 80% of the Kruger’s biodiversity and is a birder’s paradise with over 350 species of birds to tick off, but apart from that, is just an incredible place to unwind and relax.

Contact us for more details.

T&C’s apply: Book by 31st July to qualify for voucher - travel anytime before 15 December 2020. SA residents only.

06/07/2020

06/07/2020

We will be continuing to share these fantastic post-lockdown specials throughout the rest of the week as they don't come around all that often.

The following specials are with Rare Earth, one of our amazing partners in travel, and you can save over 60% at their luxury safari bush lodges or coastal retreats.

- From R2200 per person per night sharing at Welgevonden Private Game Reserve
- From R2500 per suite per night at Cape View Clifton
- From R3100 per person per night sharing at the luxurious and remote Outpost in Pafuri, Kruger National Park.
- From R2500 per suite per night at The Old Rectory, Plettenberg Bay
- Private Bakoven Beach House Villa for 6 pax for R30000

Please note these travel vouchers need to be bought before 31st July 2020 and can be used at a later date once traveling becomes more clear.

Feel free to email us for further information or to make a booking.

05/07/2020

When Monday sneaks up on you...

05/07/2020

Big Mark on vehicle inspection duty 😅

04/07/2020

Hooray, travel is ‘back’ 🎉 We know that traveling at the moment might be a little tricky to navigate and luckily the lodges that we work with equally understand how difficult it might be to plan a trip in these unprecedented times.

With that being said, a few of our beautiful lodges have released travel vouchers, which can be bought now and be used a few months down the line. These vouchers are geared towards our SADC citizens with some of our camps such as Simbavati Luxury Trails offering rates for as low as R1600 per person per night (all meals and twice daily bush walks included) 🥾

If you’re looking for something a little less adventurous and little more luxurious, drop us a message and we will gladly assist you 🐘 Regions include: Greater Kruger National Park, Cederberg Conservancy and Franschhoek.

30/06/2020

30/06/2020

How beautiful is this sunrise in the Kruger National Park? Not only are African sunsets a sight to behold, but sunrises too!

Good morning.