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Rhulani Minute Safari - Madikwe birds

  • November 04, 2015 | Rolf Steiner | Category: Wildlife

Around 350 different species have settled in Madikwe and can be viewed at close. Have a look at a few nice and typical Madikwe birds.

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Rhulani Minute Safari - A very young red hartebeest

  • October 28, 2015 | Rolf Steiner | Category: Wildlife

The red hartebeest is one of the more rare species of antelope in Madikwe. Here we look at a very young animal that still has thin legs and a much lighter color than the adult animals.

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A new cheetah project has started in Madikwe

  • October 21, 2015 | Rhulani Safari Lodge | Category: News, Community & Conservation, Wildlife

We have reported a lot this year about Madikwe’s cheetah project. We have talked about successes, hopes, joys, but also many setbacks. What is the situation now? And in particular: what are the prospects to introduce cheetah females into the reserve next year and have the possibility of reproduction?

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Rhulani Minute Safari - Lions kill a buffalo

  • October 21, 2015 | Rolf Steiner | Category: Wildlife

Watch this spectacular movie about a “once in a lifetime experience” in the African bush. Two male lions are on the hunt and kill a buffalo. Look with how much power the lion holds tight the buffalo and brings him down.

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A game drive is a “once in a lifetime experience”

  • October 20, 2015 | Rhulani Safari Lodge | Category: News, Wildlife

Sometimes it happens that our guests have a “once in a lifetime experience”. This is helped by a beautiful wildlife in Madikwe, the knowledge of our ranger, the ability to wait with patience, and sometimes a bit of luck. Many thanks to Mr & Mrs Lakhani for staying with us and sending us a unique video.

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Rhulani Minute Safari - Water saving elephant

  • October 14, 2015 | Rolf Steiner | Category: Wildlife

This elephant has developed an interesting technique to save water. After the usual drink, the bull captures the water droplets that are falling out of his mouth with the tip of his trunk.

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Rhulani Minute Safari - Kori bustard on the catwalk

  • October 07, 2015 | Rolf Steiner | Category: Wildlife

The Kori Bustard is the heaviest flying bird on earth. From time to time, It may be discovered in the Madikwe Reserve, like here, when it moves slowly through the savanna - a true catwalk!

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Rhulani Minute Safari - Male kudu wandering around

  • September 30, 2015 | Rolf Steiner | Category: Wildlife

The fascinating things about a male kudu are the beautiful colors and stripes, the elegance of the movements, and the curved, long horns. Enjoy this moment with the second largest antelope on earth, found at Thlou dam.

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Rhulani Minute Safari -  Elephants prefer fresh water

  • September 23, 2015 | Rolf Steiner | Category: Wildlife

The elephants know exactly where Thlou dam is powered by water, and thus they preferably romp about in the fresh water source.

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Rhulani Minute Safari -  Elephant mud spray

  • September 16, 2015 | Rolf Steiner | Category: Wildlife

For a large male elephant, it is time for the daily shower. Let’s look at the details of how this mammal splashes with muddy water, everywhere on the thick skin and also behind the ears.

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