A2A Safaris - Generalhttps://us.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/tags/generalenMeet Singita Sabi Sand’s Guiding A-Teamhttps://us.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/meet-singita-sabi-sand%E2%80%99s-guiding-a-team<div class="body text-field" property="content:encoded"><p>“Singita is my home and my colleagues are my family” – Wildlife Tracker, Ruel Ngwenya The iconic sounds of the African bush – the throaty call of a territorial lion, the warble of an emerald spotted dove, the sing-song chirp of the cicadas – are ever present on safari. At Singita Sabi Sand, there is...</p>
</div><div class="field-tags field-items"><div class="field-label">Tags: </div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/general" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">General</a></div><div class="field-item odd " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/people-singita" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">People of Singita</a></div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/sabi-sand" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Sabi Sand</a></div><div class="field-item odd " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/singita-field-guide" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Singita Field Guide</a></div></div>Tue, 22 May 2018 07:00:45 +0000Anonymous2031 at https://us.a2asafaris.com/africahttps://us.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/meet-singita-sabi-sand%E2%80%99s-guiding-a-team#commentsSingita: Celebrating 25 Years of Conservationhttps://us.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/singita-celebrating-25-years-conservation<div class="body text-field" property="content:encoded"><p>25 years ago, on a piece of family-owned land in South Africa’s Sabi Sand Game Reserve, a boutique safari lodge opened on the banks of the Sand River, setting the pace for a new brand of luxury safari experiences. Singita Ebony Lodge would become the first of 12 environmentally sensitive properties dotted across Africa, forming...</p>
</div><div class="field-tags field-items"><div class="field-label">Tags: </div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/general" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">General</a></div><div class="field-item odd " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/conservation" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Conservation</a></div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/wildlife-conservation" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Wildlife Conservation</a></div></div>Tue, 13 Feb 2018 07:00:13 +0000Anonymous1992 at https://us.a2asafaris.com/africahttps://us.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/singita-celebrating-25-years-conservation#commentsSerengeti Wild Dogs Conservation Projecthttps://us.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/serengeti-wild-dogs-conservation-project<div class="body text-field" property="content:encoded"><p>There can be few more rewarding experiences in conservation than successfully reintroducing a critically endangered species to an area and seeing it flourish. This is precisely what the Singita Grumeti Fund (SGF) recently achieved by releasing two packs of African wild dogs into the Serengeti National Park (SNP) area and helping to move this biologically important...</p>
</div><div class="field-tags" rel="dc:subject"><div class="field-label">Tags: </div><a href="/africa/blog/tags/general" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">General</a></div>Fri, 10 Mar 2017 07:00:46 +0000Anonymous1877 at https://us.a2asafaris.com/africahttps://us.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/serengeti-wild-dogs-conservation-project#commentsA New Year’s Wishhttps://us.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/a-new-year%E2%80%99s-wish<div class="body text-field" property="content:encoded"><p>The beginning of every year brings new opportunities to reflect and to focus afresh on one’s goals for the months ahead. Singita’s enduring purpose is even more far-reaching than that; it is a 100-year vision to conserve, preserve, and protect the one million acres of Africa of which we are custodians. With the continent’s precious...</p>
</div><div class="field-tags" rel="dc:subject"><div class="field-label">Tags: </div><a href="/africa/blog/tags/general" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">General</a></div>Sun, 01 Jan 2017 07:00:47 +0000Anonymous1859 at https://us.a2asafaris.com/africahttps://us.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/a-new-year%E2%80%99s-wish#comments#ourSingita Scrapbookhttps://us.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/oursingita-scrapbook<div class="body text-field" property="content:encoded"><p>For the team that manages Singita’s social media channels, browsing the #ourSingita hashtag is always one of the highlights of our day. Seeing our lodges and reserves come to life through the eyes of our guests, and then seeing that beautiful content shared online is so rewarding, not just in a professional capacity but because...</p>
</div><div class="field-tags" rel="dc:subject"><div class="field-label">Tags: </div><a href="/africa/blog/tags/general" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">General</a></div>Tue, 27 Dec 2016 07:00:54 +0000Anonymous1857 at https://us.a2asafaris.com/africahttps://us.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/oursingita-scrapbook#commentsMerry & Brighthttps://us.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/merry-bright<div class="body text-field" property="content:encoded"><p>In most families, it’s not unusual for certain members to be awake at 5am on Christmas Day, bursting with excitement for the fun and feasting ahead. It’s no different at Singita, although guests awake at 5am on Christmas morning are usually up for the morning game drive! Besides some wonderful wildlife spotting, the festive celebrations...</p>
</div><div class="field-tags field-items"><div class="field-label">Tags: </div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/general" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">General</a></div><div class="field-item odd " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/christmas" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Christmas</a></div></div>Sun, 25 Dec 2016 06:00:09 +0000Anonymous1856 at https://us.a2asafaris.com/africahttps://us.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/merry-bright#commentsCatching Up with the Team at Singita Faru Faru Lodgehttps://us.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/catching-the-team-singita-faru-faru-lodge<div class="body text-field" property="content:encoded"><p>Built on a gently sloping hill alongside the Grumeti River, Singita Faru Faru Lodge is positioned on the renowned migratory route in 350,000 acres of the Serengeti’s epic grasslands. It is a very special spot, and one where guests have the unique opportunity to experience a very close connection with the wilderness. With an ever-changing...</p>
</div><div class="field-tags" rel="dc:subject"><div class="field-label">Tags: </div><a href="/africa/blog/tags/general" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">General</a></div>Tue, 15 Nov 2016 07:00:47 +0000Anonymous1838 at https://us.a2asafaris.com/africahttps://us.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/catching-the-team-singita-faru-faru-lodge#commentsDrink in the Romance at Singita Sweni Lodgehttps://us.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/drink-the-romance-singita-sweni-lodge<div class="body text-field" property="content:encoded"><p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://singita.com">Singita - Safari Lodges & Luxury Accommodation in Africa</a><br /><a rel="nofollow" href="http://singita.com/general/wine-dine-romantic-cellar-dinners/">Drink in the Romance at Singita Sweni Lodge</a></p>
<p>Romance is well catered for at <a href="http://singita.com/lodge/sweni-lodge/" target="_blank">Singita Sweni Lodge</a>, whether that means a couples massage at the <a href="http://singita.com/activity/spa-3/?item=13645" target="_blank">spa</a>, a late-night <a href="http://singita.com/activity/stargazing/?item=13645" target="_blank">stargazing</a> experience or <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BDNY1wfEBZL/?taken-by=singita_" target="_blank">sleeping outside</a> on your suite’s private deck. Food and wine are also a big part of any visit to Singita, and a special cellar dinner just for two makes for a truly enchanting evening.</p>
<p><img src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/sweni_wine_1-1024x505.jpg" alt="sweni_wine_1" width="1024" height="505" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-16408" srcset="http://469uj5355hpj1cwksq2n1n1a.wpengine.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/sweni_wine_1-1024x505.jpg 1024w, http://469uj5355hpj1cwksq2n1n1a.wpengine.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/sweni_wine_1-300x148.jpg 300w, http://469uj5355hpj1cwksq2n1n1a.wpengine.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/sweni_wine_1-768x379.jpg 768w, http://469uj5355hpj1cwksq2n1n1a.wpengine.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/sweni_wine_1.jpg 1180w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></p>
<p>Most recently, the team at Singita Sweni Lodge set up a private meal for a honeymooning couple who had previously visited the Cape Winelands, and were extremely enthusiastic about South African wine. The lodge sommelier and the kitchen staff put together a personalised three-course menu that was paired with hand-selected wines in their favourite varietals. The couple was surprised after their evening game drive and lead down to the temperature-controlled cellar, where a table had been laid just for them. </p>
<p><img src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/sweni_wine_4-1024x682.jpg" alt="sweni_wine_4" width="1024" height="682" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-16411" srcset="http://469uj5355hpj1cwksq2n1n1a.wpengine.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/sweni_wine_4-1024x682.jpg 1024w, http://469uj5355hpj1cwksq2n1n1a.wpengine.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/sweni_wine_4-300x200.jpg 300w, http://469uj5355hpj1cwksq2n1n1a.wpengine.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/sweni_wine_4-768x511.jpg 768w, http://469uj5355hpj1cwksq2n1n1a.wpengine.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/sweni_wine_4-320x213.jpg 320w, http://469uj5355hpj1cwksq2n1n1a.wpengine.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/sweni_wine_4.jpg 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></p>
<p>The sommelier explained the concept for the food-and-wine pairing, and took them through a quick tasting so that they could try a few new and interesting bottles that would complement their meal. Personalised wine tastings are a regular feature at all of Singita’s lodges, and a true guest favourite, for connoisseurs and casual tasters alike. Singita’s experienced sommeliers are able to guide guests through a variety of wine styles, years and cultivars to find the wines most suited to their individual tastes.</p>
<p><img src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/sweni_wine_2-1024x506.jpg" alt="Cellar dinner at Singita Sweni Lodge" width="1024" height="506" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-16409" srcset="http://469uj5355hpj1cwksq2n1n1a.wpengine.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/sweni_wine_2-1024x506.jpg 1024w, http://469uj5355hpj1cwksq2n1n1a.wpengine.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/sweni_wine_2-300x148.jpg 300w, http://469uj5355hpj1cwksq2n1n1a.wpengine.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/sweni_wine_2-768x379.jpg 768w, http://469uj5355hpj1cwksq2n1n1a.wpengine.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/sweni_wine_2.jpg 1182w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></p>
<p>In fact, the Singita wine list has received numerous Awards of Excellence, the top Diners Club Wine List accolade as well as recognition from countless other local and international organisations. The cellar is a very special part of each property, and never more so than for a passionate pair of food and wine lovers looking celebrating a romantic occasion. </p>
<p><img src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/sweni_wine_5-1024x682.jpg" alt="Cellar dinner at Singita Sweni Lodge" width="1024" height="682" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-16414" srcset="http://469uj5355hpj1cwksq2n1n1a.wpengine.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/sweni_wine_5-1024x682.jpg 1024w, http://469uj5355hpj1cwksq2n1n1a.wpengine.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/sweni_wine_5-300x200.jpg 300w, http://469uj5355hpj1cwksq2n1n1a.wpengine.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/sweni_wine_5-768x511.jpg 768w, http://469uj5355hpj1cwksq2n1n1a.wpengine.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/sweni_wine_5-320x213.jpg 320w, http://469uj5355hpj1cwksq2n1n1a.wpengine.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/sweni_wine_5.jpg 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></p>
<p><em>Singita is recognised as one of Africa’s most influential collectors of wine, with an extensive cellar showcasing a premium selection of wines, including some of the continent’s most sought-after private reserves. It’s safe to say that wine is a key ingredient of the unique Singita experience. Check out the <a href="http://singita.com/tag/wine-at-singita/" target="_blank">“Wine at Singita” tag on the blog</a> to learn more.</em> </p>
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</div><div class="field-tags field-items"><div class="field-label">Tags: </div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/general" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">General</a></div><div class="field-item odd " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/kruger-national-park" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Kruger National Park</a></div></div>Wed, 24 Aug 2016 13:04:25 +0000Anonymous1675 at https://us.a2asafaris.com/africahttps://us.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/drink-the-romance-singita-sweni-lodge#commentsRecipes from our Kitchen Garden: Tomato & Onion Tarthttps://us.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/recipes-our-kitchen-garden-tomato-onion-tart<div class="body text-field" property="content:encoded"><p>The kitchen garden at <a href="http://singita.com/lodge/singita-serengeti-house/" target="_blank">Singita Serengeti House</a> is a source of constant delight to our chefs, who love to spend a quiet morning wandering through the rows of vegetables and herbs, filling their bowls with ripe produce. These freshly-picked ingredients then make their way into the dishes of the day, sprucing up all manner of homemade salads, sauces and soups. </p>
<p><img src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/ssh_tomato_tart_2-1024x683.jpg" alt="Singita Serengeti House" width="1024" height="683" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-16103" srcset="http://469uj5355hpj1cwksq2n1n1a.wpengine.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/ssh_tomato_tart_2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, http://469uj5355hpj1cwksq2n1n1a.wpengine.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/ssh_tomato_tart_2-300x200.jpg 300w, http://469uj5355hpj1cwksq2n1n1a.wpengine.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/ssh_tomato_tart_2-768x512.jpg 768w, http://469uj5355hpj1cwksq2n1n1a.wpengine.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/ssh_tomato_tart_2-320x213.jpg 320w, http://469uj5355hpj1cwksq2n1n1a.wpengine.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/ssh_tomato_tart_2.jpg 1600w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></p>
<p>Lunchtime is always a highlight. Guests love the simple pleasure of sitting together at the long outdoor table after an action-packed game drive and perhaps a few cooling laps in the infinity pool. The menu is always fresh and flavourful, with generous platters of wholesome food served family-style for everyone to enjoy. One dish that perfectly reflects the homely feeling at <a href="http://singita.com/lodge/singita-serengeti-house/" target="_blank">Singita Serengeti House</a> is this rustic tomato and onion tart. It’s easy to make and delicious to eat – just serve with a leafy salad and some crunchy bread for the ideal midday meal. </p>
<p><img src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/ssh_tomato_tart_1-1024x683.jpg" alt="Tomato and Onion Tart at Singita Serengeti House" width="1024" height="683" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-16102" srcset="http://469uj5355hpj1cwksq2n1n1a.wpengine.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/ssh_tomato_tart_1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, http://469uj5355hpj1cwksq2n1n1a.wpengine.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/ssh_tomato_tart_1-300x200.jpg 300w, http://469uj5355hpj1cwksq2n1n1a.wpengine.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/ssh_tomato_tart_1-768x512.jpg 768w, http://469uj5355hpj1cwksq2n1n1a.wpengine.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/ssh_tomato_tart_1-320x213.jpg 320w, http://469uj5355hpj1cwksq2n1n1a.wpengine.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/ssh_tomato_tart_1.jpg 1600w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></p>
<h3>Recipe: Tomato & Onion Tart</h3>
<p><strong>Ingredients – what you will need:</strong><br />
400g cooled, blind-baked puff pastry shell<br />
4 ripe tomatoes<br />
1 small bunch fresh basil<br />
½ clove of garlic, chopped finely<br />
Salt and pepper<br />
Olive oil<br />
2 small/medium red onions (or good shop-bought caramelized onion)<br />
150ml basil pesto</p>
<p><strong>Method – what to do:</strong><br />
1. Slice the tomato in thirds, width ways across<br />
2. Place them on a baking tray and sprinkle with the chopped basil (keep a few leaves back for a garnish), garlic, salt and pepper<br />
3. Drizzle with olive oil and roast in an 180˚C oven until the tomatoes turn slightly in colour (about 15 minutes depending on the type of oven used). Do not over bake the tomatoes as they still need to be nice and firm when used in the tart<br />
4. Cut the onions into wedges (eight per onion) and place on a separate baking tray with some salt, pepper and a little bit of olive oil.<br />
5. Place in the oven to roast until soft and the tips are nicely caramelized<br />
6. Once the vegetables are cooked, remove from the oven and set aside to cool slightly<br />
7. Spreading some basil pesto over the cooled puff pastry shell(s)<br />
8. Place the roasted tomato and onion on top and put back into the oven at 180˚C for about 10 minutes to warm through<br />
9. Remove the tart from the oven, place on a suitable serving plate and garnish with some torn basil and a drizzle of olive oil</p>
<p><em>If you love vegetarian cooking then you’ll also enjoy our recipes for this versatile <a href="http://singita.com/food/recipe-from-our-kitchen-garden-tomato-jam/" target="_blank">Tomato Jam</a>, <a href="http://singita.com/food/recipe-beetroot-tart/" target="_blank">Beetroot Tart</a> (a great weekend lunch option) and this unusual <a href="http://singita.com/food/summer-salads-at-singita-castleton/" target="_blank">Asian-style Caprese Salad</a>. Don’t forget to let us know if you try these at home!</em></p>
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</div><div class="field-tags field-items"><div class="field-label">Tags: </div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/general" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">General</a></div><div class="field-item odd " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/recipe" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Recipe</a></div><div class="field-item even " rel="dc:subject"><a href="/africa/blog/tags/singita-grumeti" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Singita Grumeti</a></div></div>Fri, 24 Jun 2016 08:00:36 +0000Anonymous1547 at https://us.a2asafaris.com/africahttps://us.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/recipes-our-kitchen-garden-tomato-onion-tart#commentsHitting the Game Drive Jackpothttps://us.a2asafaris.com/africa/blog/hitting-the-game-drive-jackpot<div class="body text-field" property="content:encoded"><p>Every month, our field guides write a <a href="http://singita.com/wildlife-reports/" target="_blank">Wildlife Report</a> which details the previous few weeks’ animal sightings, as well as notable birds and plants, rainfall in the region and changes in the landscape. The most recent submission from <a href="http://singita.com/lodge/singita-pamushana-lodge-2/" target="_blank">Singita Pamushana Lodge</a> field guide, Jenny Hishin, included the details of a thrilling encounter with some of the most exciting things you can see on game drive: predators on a kill, endangered species and a member of the Big 5! Here is her account of that exhilarating morning in the bush:</p>
<p><img src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/jenny_6.jpg" alt="jenny_6" width="800" height="533" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-15643" srcset="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/jenny_6-300x200.jpg 300w, http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/jenny_6-768x512.jpg 768w, http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/jenny_6-320x213.jpg 320w, http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/jenny_6.jpg 800w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></p>
<p>It’s pitch black when I set out alone at 4am, with a needle in a haystack hope of finding [very rare and endangered] <a href="http://singita.com/pamushana-pups-caught-on-camera/" target="_blank">African wild dogs</a> in one of their many preferred hunting areas. I’m bumbling along at a snail’s pace, drive around a gentle bend and am faced with an airborne impala flying through the air directly toward me in the vehicle – and a wild dog snapping at its hocks. I reflex brake, swerve, and brace myself as the impala lands in front of the vehicle and clips the edge of the tracker seat. It falls and is stunned by the impact, I’m stunned by the horror, and the wild dog is standing there in the road stunned by its good luck.</p>
<p><img src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/jenny_3.jpg" alt="jenny_3" width="800" height="456" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-15640" srcset="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/jenny_3-300x171.jpg 300w, http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/jenny_3-768x438.jpg 768w, http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/jenny_3.jpg 800w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></p>
<p>All three of us look at each other in confusion. Then we remember our roles of predator, prey and photographer. The impala gets up again and trots off into the thickets. The wild dog, that was a second away from catching it, gives chase. Its hunting partner appears and closes in on the scene and together they catch it in thick bush about five metres in from the road. I wait on the road until I’m sure they’ve killed, then go in to the thickets and watch them feast on their kill. A few minutes later the rest of the pack arrives and the commotion is awesome. A hyena materialises to try its luck and is severely reprimanded.</p>
<p><img src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/jenny_2.jpg" alt="jenny_2" width="800" height="400" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-15639" srcset="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/jenny_2-300x150.jpg 300w, http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/jenny_2-768x384.jpg 768w, http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/jenny_2.jpg 800w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></p>
<p>My heart is racing as I’m frantically photographing this whole scene in low pre-dawn light. Now I can hear a strange crashing about behind me and think there’s possibly an elephant in the area. I’m standing straddled between the foot well and passenger seat, so lift my eye from the viewfinder and turn to look over my shoulder at what on earth could possibly be going on now – and am faced with the horn of a black rhino closing in on my bumper! It’s clear that the black rhino would like to know what this large ‘beast’ is that has crashed into its territory. The hyena is bouncing around irritating the rhino, so the black rhino starts galloping after it in a circle around the vehicle! Then once it has seen off the hyena it returns four times to investigate me, coming right up to the vehicle, only a few metres away, before galloping off<br />
in disgust each time. </p>
<p><img src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/jenny_4.jpg" alt="jenny_4" width="800" height="389" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-15641" srcset="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/jenny_4-300x146.jpg 300w, http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/jenny_4-768x373.jpg 768w, http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/jenny_4.jpg 800w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></p>
<p>Finally it settles down, and seems to listen to the sounds I make as I speak to it in calm, soothing tones. In the one photo you can see the front bumper of my vehicle with the attentive rhino in front of it and a couple of the wild dogs resting in the sand after eating their fill. Fortunately I was able to radio one of the other guides who had guests, as they left the lodge after sunrise, and they too were able to witness the last few minutes of the wild dog pack finishing the kill.</p>
<p><img src="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/jenny_1.jpg" alt="jenny_1" width="800" height="400" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-15638" srcset="http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/jenny_1-300x150.jpg 300w, http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/jenny_1-768x384.jpg 768w, http://singita.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/jenny_1.jpg 800w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></p>
<p><em>You can read the full Wildlife Report from Singita Pamushana in Zimbabwe <a href="http://469uj5355hpj1cwksq2n1n1a.wpengine.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Singita-Pamushana-Wildlife-Report-Feb-2016.pdf" target="_blank">here</a>, and catch up on the journals from our other regions <a href="http://singita.com/wildlife-reports/" target="_blank">on our website</a>. </em></p>
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