A small and lonely black-backed jackal hangs in the earthy morass and is looking for a good spot to have a drink.

It gets early dark in the winter time in Madikwe, and so we get to see many nocturnal animals on our game drives, after a beautiful sunset. Here is our monthly report from the bush, with statistics for May 2017.

On Friday 26 May 2017, we took part in an important activity to protect the endangered rhinos. Sponsored by Rhulani, the ears of a young, white rhinoceros were notched, and microchips were implanted. All these are measures to ensure the survival of the mammal. An unforgettable experience for our guests.

On a beautiful, sunny afternoon, two of the very big mammals come together: an elephant and a white rhino. It poses the question of who is the stronger, and has the best place at the waterhole. Today the rhino defends its place successfully.

We find two beautiful lion brothers, resting in the green grass. The bond between the two is very strong. They are inseparable.

Rhulani’s guests were actively involved in an important conservation activity of the Madikwe Game Reserve. A defective collar was successfully removed from a male cheetah.

Suddenly, the entire #Madikwe reserve seems to be strewn with small impalas, which are standing still somewhat uncertain on their long thin legs. Let’s look at an impala herd with many young animals.

It was again a clear night and a new edition of the event three months ago. On the 10th of May 2017, interested guests of Madikwe Game Reserve joined the “Full Moon Drumming Circle” to raise awareness about the rhino poaching challenge and raise funds for our counter-poaching unit.

Elephants enjoy coming to the waterhole, either for having a drink, for a mud bath or for having some fun. This elephant here enjoys walking around in the mud, very cautiously.

Beautiful days accompanied us and our guests through the month of April, including a pleasant Easter period. For many guests it was holiday season, and thus the opportunity to take a trip to the African bush. The nights are now a little cooler, but no one is disturbed, because dinners at the boma fire under the African starry sky are still possible, and the sleep quality in the cooler room is just perfect. Here is our April update.