Did You Set the Alarm?

Have you ever been woken by a real bushveld alarm clock? Alison Nicholls has. Here’s her recollection: “Despite its bold colouring of yellow and black with flecks of red, the crested barbet has a decidedly scruffy appearance, which is enhanced by its...

Weird and Wonderful Giraffe Anatomy

Let’s take a look at the truly weird and wonderful giraffe. They have 7 vertebrae in their necks, just like us—and almost all other mammals. Both male and female giraffe calves are born with ossicles (bone horns), but they only fuse to the skull after birth, which...

Nightlife in Limpopo-Lipadi

Shareholder Martina had a really fantastic long stay at Limpopo-Lipadi, and she was really lucky to have the most amazing sightings—especially in the evenings. According to her experience you do not only have the opportunity to enjoy a sundowner drink as the sun sets...

New hope for endangered wild dogs

Limpopo-Lipadi operations manager, Duane recently spotted a wild dog pup, bringing new hope to the reserve’s endangered but beloved wild dogs! The African wild dog is the second most endangered animal in Africa, with a population of approximately 6 600. Whenever...

Wild dog puppy spotted!

What a great way to start the week! Our reserve manager, Duane spotted a wild dog puppy a few weeks ago. We’re not quite sure if there are more, but for now, we’re just over the moon about this one new member of the pack! 📸 Duane Jacobsz