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Rhulani Insights 187 – Pink Tonic in the bush

  • November 20, 2022 | Rhulani Safari Lodge | Category: Activities, Rhulani insights

Time for a break on the afternoon safari, when the sun is on the horizon and ranger Willem sets up the bush bar. Time for sundowners.

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Rhulani Insights 186 – Star gazing

  • November 06, 2022 | Rhulani Safari Lodge | Category: Accommodation, Activities, Rhulani insights

The starry sky can probably nowhere be observed as clearly and wonderfully as here, far away from a big city and light pollution. In today’s blog we take you on a short lesson with Daniel, who uses a laser and telescope to introduce us to an evening activity at Rhulani: star gazing.

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A relentless fight for the prey

  • November 01, 2022 | Rhulani Safari Lodge | Category: News, Activities, Ranger's Blog, Wildlife

It is not easy for predators to catch prey in the wild. They need a good strategy, be silent, patient, fast and they also need a bit of luck. After a successful kill the fight is not over. The prey must be protected against other predators. Rhulani’s ranger Willem tells us the story of a recent excursion with guests where he saw how difficult it is even for lions to retain a wildebeest they had hunted successfully.

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Wonderful artworks by our youngest guests

  • October 08, 2022 | Rhulani Safari Lodge | Category: News, Accommodation, Activities

Entertainment for our little visitors during the day with an amazing result: the “Sand Art” produces wonderful artworks with motifs of the African bush.

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Rhino Walk in Madikwe: Finally again!

  • September 25, 2022 | Rhulani Safari Lodge | Category: News, Activities, Wildlife

Madikwe’s annual event to celebrate the “World Rhino Day” had to be postponed twice due to the Corona crisis, but now it finally took place again last Saturday. The importance of protecting this endangered animal has not changed after the pandemic. Rhulani Safari Lodge participated with all our guests and all were happy to enrich the safari holiday with a unique and unforgettable experience.

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Life of a Ranger: Sunrise

  • August 21, 2022 | Rhulani Safari Lodge | Category: Activities, Ranger's Blog

Did you know that Madikwe Game Reserve has unforgettable sunrises? Rhulani’s ranger Willem tells us about this unique experience, with which his working day begins every morning.

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Urgent help for the cheetah female Savannah

  • July 30, 2022 | Rhulani Safari Lodge | Category: News, Activities, Community & Conservation, Ranger's Blog, Wildlife

It was an emergency situation. Savannah, the cheetah female, was spotted with a pretty bad looking injury to her right front foot. A call to Rhulani and sure, we will help. Supporting the preservation of the cheetahs in the Madikwe Reserve is a matter close to our hearts. Together with the veterinarian, the park ecologist and all our guests on the vehicle we set off and searched for Savannah.

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Rhulani Insights 178 - Daniel, our Portuguese speaking Guide

  • July 17, 2022 | Rhulani Safari Lodge | Category: News, Accommodation, Activities, Rhulani insights

Did you know that our polyvalent Assistant Manager Daniel, Field Guide, Host and Ranger, speaks perfect Portuguese? In today’s Rhulani Insights we introduce you to Daniel - and for once we will do the blog in Portuguese (and apologize to our loyal English-speaking followers).

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On Safari with Ralf: The Lion digs up the Warthog

  • May 31, 2022 | Rhulani Safari Lodge | Category: News, Activities, Ranger's Blog, Wildlife

Today we put you in Ralf’s vehicle and we take you on safari. You will witness a unique animal sighting. Two lion brothers have discovered a hole in a bush in which a Warthog is hiding. You will see how one of the lions digs up the Warthog and gets a relatively easy prey. Ralf tells the story which was unique for him in his own words. We would like to thank our guests Christine & Pete Torres for the fantastic video material.

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The Boma Dinner is being prepared

  • May 30, 2022 | Rhulani Safari Lodge | Category: Accommodation, Activities

Tonight is boma dinner. The sun slowly sets while we prepare the boma for our guests. The tables are set, the boma fire is lit, the paraffin lamps are set up and soon our guests arrive. Watch the preparations in time lapse.

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