The Life of a Tintswalo Game Ranger

Every game ranger has a story about how they ended up in the bushveld; living a life close to nature. Unlike most jobs, every day as a guide in the African wilderness is unique. A drive out into the wilderness promises beauty, action, wildlife interactions and surprises in many forms. It may sound romantic, but […]

Rare Sighting of a Caracal in the Manyeleti

By Christof Schoeman It was late in the afternoon in the Manyeleti, and we had just stopped for a sundowner at dusk when a sighting of caracal was reported over the radio in the central north of the reserve. My heart skipped a beat! Whenever these rare cats are announced over the radio, the first […]

Epic Lion and Hyena Clashes in the Manyeleti

Hyenas and lions have always been age old foes! Although they are enemies, their lives are closely intertwined on the savannah. Hyenas are scavengers – and opportunistic hunters – and they like to eat very similar prey species to lions. Clans of hyenas often encounter lions on a fresh kill, and we often encounter epic […]