Situated in the Northern Cape province of South Africa, Tswalu falls into the area known as the Green Kalahari. Here an array of different species can be found, from the large Desert Black Rhino, to small Cape Foxes. This area is renowned for its unique animals, with sightings of some of the more sought-after animals, […] The post Tswalu – A Place for Specials appeared first on Wandering Thru ..read more

The art of tracking has been practiced by humans for as long as we have been around. It was important to find other humans and most importantly, to hunt, to find food. Tracking is still used today, especially whilst on a safari. It is easy to drive around and hope the you find animals by […] The post Tracks and Trailing appeared first on Wandering Thru ..read more

Southern and Eastern Africa are home to a rich diversity of primate species, including both baboons and various types of monkeys. Both of these primates play crucial roles in their ecosystems, from seed dispersal to acting as prey for larger predators, from cats to large birds of prey. Understanding the differences between baboons and monkeys […] The post Monkeying Around appeared first on Wandering Thru ..read more

My interest in wildlife began as a child.  Our family would always watch a television program called “Wild Kingdom”.  The hosts of the show would highlight wildlife in their natural setting throughout the world, many times in Africa.  I knew then that I would love to go to the African continent to see animals we […] The post Out of Africa appeared first on Wandering Thru ..read more

Africa is in itself a very harsh place to live, and raising young animals can be incredibly difficult and dangerous. Drastic weather conditions, predators, and competition are some of the things that contribute to these difficulties. From social upbringing to solitary parents, they have come up with ways that best suit their lifestyles and habitats. […] The post Raising their young appeared first on Wandering Thru ..read more

National parks and private reserves in Africa each play crucial roles in conservation and tourism, but they differ significantly in terms of management, access, and conservation goals. We are often asked which we prefer as both have their own pros and cons depending on what point of view you are looking at them from. We’re […] The post National Parks vs Private Reserves appeared first on Wandering Thru ..read more

Nest building by birds is one of the most interesting features of the animal kingdom. Here are some of the of the many different nest types that can almost be compared to people and their choices of homes. We range from huge to tiny nests, woven nests, and nests that look like they will fall […] The post Nests appeared first on Wandering Thru ..read more

A safari adventure in India to search for the sublime, majestic Bengal tigers, and other beautiful creatures of the Indian forest reserves, is a safari unlike classic African safaris, and certainly is an adventure of its own kind.  While the basic structure of your safari day in a tiger reserve is similar in outline (2 […] The post Searching for the world’s biggest cat: the tiger. appeared first on Wandering Thru ..read more

How and why is Indian and African wildlife so similar? This is a question that we as guides often get asked when guests are interested in exploring these two special places. This not only includes the large mammals, but birds and vegetation too. Indian and African wildlife exhibit notable similarities, despite being continents apart. These […] The post Why are Indian and African animals so similar? appeared first on Wandering Thru ..read more

Leopards and cheetahs are two of the most fascinating and iconic big cats, each with unique characteristics that make them distinct. We are often asked about the differences between the two, with new safari goers getting confused between the two. Despite their similarities in appearance, these two species exhibit significant differences in various aspects, such […] The post Spotted Beauties appeared first on Wandering Thru ..read more