We see our pride of lions very regularly, at least 3 times a week, and sometimes every day for days on end. And seeing them is most definitely a highlight for our guests! The guys are sending through photos of our lions very regularly, but then sometimes some sightings are just that bit more iconic. I am not sure what it is, but I suppose it is the demeanor of the pride, the position, the lighting, and then of course the context. Chad and his guests managed some amazing shots of one of those outstanding African nature moments.

The pride of Lion were spotted at Diep Dam. We tracked them from Leopards Bend cutline, and found them lying on the lake wall edge. They were mostly sleeping and we sat with them for about 20 minutes. Our guests managed some really exciting photos of them. But see below, and judge for yourselves!

Rosemarie stayed with us a couple of weeks ago, and they absolutely loved it here. They were also super fortunate to see one of the very rarest animals on the planet: a Black Rhino! Our conservation efforts here on this reserve are paying off, and that makes us very proud.

Here Rosemarie’s impression of her stay here with us:

“Our holiday with you was everything I wanted it to be and exceeded any expectations I may have had.  I will go to tripadvisor and post a comment.  I see Gary and Ali already have.  I would like to re-iterate everything they said too.  I have been away here and there since we got back.  Things have started to get a little settled now, thank goodness.
Anyway, I have attached the picture of the charging Black Rhino I took on the last morning drive we had. It was a pretty spectacular last morning I must say – a traffic jam of an elephant herd in the first 5 minutes; walking towards the Cheetahs, coming across the Lion on his own sitting in the path; and last of the stand off with the Black Rhino.  He took one look at Themba, and decided perhaps not!!!  It was spectacular.  Poor Ali had her camera on video, but upside down, so missed the lot…….  She also ended up in Themba’s lap convinced that he was going to get her. He was pretty thrilled to see it as I understand he hasn’t been spotted for a while. Hopefully you will be able to copy and paste to use it for your website if you wish.”

Many thanks to Rosemarie for sending in this amazing shot, and giving us the opportunity to share this gem of a picture!