Traditional Zulu Homestay

I can’t wait to wake up in this warm and caring place – a traditional homestay at a Zulu homestead bordering the Hluhluwe-iMfolozi wildlife reserve. Now when you stay at Rhino Ridge Safari lodge, the only luxury lodge set right within this vast game reserve, you can book a homestay with the Nkosi family, who…

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The African Wild Dog

Dr Sharon Grussendorff tells us about one of her favourite wild game sightings: the African Wild Dog.   When I visit a game park, one of the most exciting animal sightings for me is to see a troop of wild dog jogging along the side of the road.  It feels like winning the lottery, because…

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Birdwatching in Northern KwaZulu-Natal

Where you can see the widest range of grassland, freshwater, sea and forest birds in one trip (with images by Dr George Hughes)     I held my breath as we do sometimes to stop time when something wonderful has touched us Mary Oliver   Encountering a rare bird species on a walking safari is…

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An honest review of a safari in KwaZulu-Natal

Experienced traveller Ellen Cassaer submitted her review of a safari to KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, organised by Sun Safaris. Describing herself as a highly critical guest, Ellen’s favourite establishment on her trip was Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge. This is what she had to say about her experience of this luxury bush lodge in Hluhluwe / iMfolozi…

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Give the gift of togetherness to celebrate a special person

When you ask many older people what they would like most for their birthdays or special celebrations, they will often say that they would love to have all their family together. What better way to celebrate a much-loved person than to club together and book a holiday in a special destination which can be enjoyed…

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Idyllic wedding venue

Whether your ultimate wedding fantasy is barefoot luxury on a misty white and blue beach, or, a safari setting with lamp-lit tables under open African skies in the bush, at Isibindi Africa, we understand that nature and romance go together perfectly.     So different from a concrete functions room at a standard hotel, we…

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Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge Leads the Way in Community Co-ownership

Isibindi Africa continued to provide inspired experiences when it launched a new destination, Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge which is the only private lodge within the Hluhluwe iMfolozi Park, KwaZulu Natal. A lodge that was conceptualised to celebrate the protection of the white rhino, Rhino Ridge offers guests an exclusive luxury stay and exceptional safari experiences…

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The perfect beach and safari honeymoon combined

If you are struggling to choose between a beach honeymoon paradise or safari honeymoon adventure, look no further because we believe that you should have the best of both for this special time of your life. With a range of idyllic discounted honeymoon packages, you may combine beach, safari, lakes and bush in one exciting…

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11 Most Unusual Buildings in Africa

Join us in marveling at people’s creativity and ingenuity by having a look at the 11 most unusual buildings in Africa. Jackie Edwards from Africa Ranking spent a great deal of her working life in Africa as a tour guide and her passion for Africa shines through this article. To follow this link, click on: 11 Most…

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