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The Art of Tracking: A Legacy of Conservation

Meet our fabulous new tracker Kurisani who has this skill in his blood

Shara Burger | Our Family | March 2025

A plated gourmet salad with diced vegetables, crisp toppings, and small microgreens in a white bowl. The dish is presented as a refined dining course.

Safari Food Inspiration From The Cape

A fresh and vibrant recipe which brings a little piece of our chefs recent Cape Town experience to Tanda Tula

Shara Burger | Food & Dining | February 2025

Two kingfishers perch on a tree branch, with one bird holding an insect in its beak while the other reaches toward it. The background is a soft green blur that keeps the birds in focus.

January Safaris Through Our Lens

A summery of the past month on safari in the Timbavati through a pictorial lens

Chad Cocking | Wildlife | February 2025

Two lodge staff in green uniforms serve drinks outdoors on safari. One pours a clear beverage into a glass while the other smiles and holds a bottle beside a small table set with snacks.

The Art of Guiding: What Makes a Great Safari Guide?

The qualities that make a great safari guide

Shara Burger | Tanda Tula Experiences | February 2025

A close-up portrait of a leopard looking upward, with its whiskers and spotted face sharply visible. Small insects hover near its head against a soft green background.

The Return of our Leopard Legends

Rediscovering leopards long thought to be lost in the Timbavati

Chad Cocking | Wildlife | January 2025

Three guests stand together in tall dry grass, smiling at the camera with the adults’ arms around the two children. The scene is softly lit by warm outdoor light on the tandatula property.

Family Safari: A Journey to Reconnect and Create Lifelong Memories

Family safaris create unforgettable shared experiences, fostering deeper bonds and a collective appreciation for nature and wildlife.

Shara Burger | Tanda Tula Experiences | January 2025

A herd of buffalo stands at the edge of a waterhole, drinking with their reflections visible in the still water. Dense green bush surrounds the muddy bank.

December Through Our Lens

A December to remember at Tanda Tula! Hello everyone, and I trust that you all had a great New Year, and a Blessed festive season – welcome to the first blo ...

Chad Cocking | Wildlife | January 2025

A young lion cub sits in tall golden grass, lit by warm sunlight. The cub faces forward with a calm expression.

Chad’s Year in Photos

This is always one of my favorite blogs to write – my year in pictures. It allows me a chance to go back in time and relive the magical moments I sha ...

Chad Cocking | Wildlife | December 2024

A plated gourmet pasta dish is served in a white bowl, topped with fresh basil and crisp garnish. The background is softly blurred, suggesting a fine-dining setting at tandatula.

Festive Zucchini Zoodle Salad

The silly season is upon us, and with all the delicious, rich and heavy dishes being available we decided to go with a healthy summery salad instead. ...

Shara Burger | Food & Dining | December 2024

A leopard lies resting on a thick tree branch against a pale sky. The animal is shown in close-up, with its spotted coat and face clearly visible.

November Safari in Pictures

Hello, hello, and welcome to our first ‘monthly’ review!** Here, we take a look back at the happenings of Tanda Tula’s main families and characters, whose a ...

Chad Cocking | Tanda Tula Experiences | December 2024

A woman sits in an open safari vehicle and looks out across the landscape at sunset. The sky is soft and hazy above the grassy plains.

That Safari Feeling

Why do so many people find themselves yearning to go on a safari and experience Africa even if they have never experienced it before? The fact that there is ...

Shara Burger | Tanda Tula Experiences | November 2024

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“Consideration”: A Guest Review

Thando Xiphu, Johannesburg based Private chef visited Tanda Tula for her birthday in October. Thando has over 13 years in the culinary industry. Her journey ...

Thando Xiphu | Our Family | November 2024

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