When’s the best time to visit Shumbalala Game Lodge? The truth is — there’s no single answer. Every month in the bush brings its own atmosphere, wildlife activity, and small touches that can make your stay unforgettable. In summer, the reserve is lush and alive with newborn animals and colourful birdlife. Autumn brings golden light and mild days, perfect for long drives. Winter offers crisp mornings, clear skies, and exceptional game viewing...

31 July marks World Ranger Day, a time to acknowledge the people working every day to protect the world’s natural spaces — often quietly, often out of sight. These are the people who respond when something feels out of place, who track the subtle signs left behind in the bush, and who take on long hours and difficult terrain because they believe in what they’re protecting. At Shumbalala Game Lodge, inside the...

There’s a certain rhythm to life in the bush — one that can’t be rushed or predicted. And for many guests at Shumbalala Game Lodge, the most meaningful moments aren’t always the ones that make it onto Instagram. A real safari is about more than ticking animals off a list. It’s about the process — the waiting, the watching, the wondering.