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Is a Summer Safari a good idea?

Posted by Emily on Mon December 4, 2023 in Safari Experiences and Safari Factfile.

As the northern hemisphere descends into the depths of winter, the opposite is occurring here in the South. Summer officially falls between December and March, although the temperatures begin rising steadily from around October. This makes it an ideal ‘winter sun’ location for a much-needed escape to blue skies and sunshine. But, that’s not the only reason why you should go on a South African safari in the Summer. Here’s a few of our favourite things about this season that we look forward to most…

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Is there a drought coming?

Posted by Emily on Sun October 1, 2023 in Lodge updates, Travel experiences, and Safari Experiences.

Scientists are predicting an unusually strong 'El Niño' developing in the next few months. What does this mean for South Africa and how will it impact the animals on safari? Find out below...

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The River Pride strike again!

Posted by Emily on Sat August 26, 2023 in Sightings Report and Wildlife.

It’s fair to say life is never dull when living amongst wild animals. However, there are some that keep us more on our toes than others here at Klaserie Drift – and the Klaserie River Pride is one such example! Hitting the headlines as recently as late last year when their ranks exploded to more than thirty individuals, these lions became known as a rare ‘Super pride’. Keep reading to find out the latest on these awesome felines.

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Embracing a Greener Tomorrow: Harnessing the Sun for Sustainability

Posted by Emily on Tue August 22, 2023 in Lodge updates.

Klaserie Drift just took another step towards our sustainability goals with the arrival of our brand new solar panels - taking us completely off-grid! Read on to find out more...

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Debunking common wildlife myths!

Posted by Emily on Sat July 1, 2023 in Safari Factfile and Wildlife.

Did you know the cheetah is not actually the fastest animal on the planet? That accolade actually belongs to the Peregrine falcon, which can dive at speeds reaching a colossal 390km/h! Keep reading to uncover the truth behind more common myths and misconceptions about African wildlife.

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