In the later afternoon of a dry winter day, a visit to the waterhole is a double pleasure for the elephants. Here they can not only have a drink, but also play around in the wet mud. Funny!

Even in the middle of the African bush, access to internet has become a matter of course. This is also the case in Rhulani Safari Lodge. We offer free wifi in all guest rooms and main areas of the lodge. But how good is our internet?

We are looking forward to this moment every year. Even bets are made on the exact date. This time it was on Saturday, October 13th. The first real rainfall ushered in the beginning of the rainy season in Madikwe Game Reserve.

If you drive on safari through the Madikwe reserve to look for animals, then one of the typical plants of the reserve will be a constant companion: the Sickle Bush. Let’s talk about it with Sean today.

Funny everyday life stories from the bush: Rhulani’s field guide Sean tells us a little anecdote from when he was conducting a game drive with many guests, and he suddenly bumped into an elephant which was in musth.

One thing we learned during our safari experiences is NOT to run away when you are facing a lion. Hard to believe ... but observing how this little serval behaves in this situation, we get the feeling that the recommendation is actually true!

In the month of September, we experienced a remarkable change from the cool winter to a very summer-like climate. The quality of the safaris for our guests was at best level. The unforgettable sunsets over Madikwe and a joke of our funny ranger Alasdair will be remembered.

Funny everyday life stories from the bush: Rhulani’s assistant manager Carla tells us how surprised she was when new guests were arriving at the lodge but we could not find the respective booking. And the lodge was full that day…

Have you ever seen a bushbuck on a safari in #Madikwe Game Reserve? You actually see this antelope rarely or never. But lately a bushbuck lives with us in the lodge.

Although you are in the African bush, at Rhulani you have free wifi in your room and even a telephone, with which you can get in touch with other rooms, the reception or the night guard.