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Getting the Best out of your iPhone on Safari

Get better wildlife photos with a little iPhone know-how.

Chad Cocking | Tanda Tula Experiences | November 2025

Two lions rest on a sandy rise under a clear sky, with one lion lying in the foreground and another positioned behind it. The scene captures a calm wildlife moment at tandatula.

October Through the Tanda Tula Lens

A month of shifting dynamics, rare sightings, and renewed landscapes.

Chad Cocking | Tanda Tula Experiences | November 2025

A kudu stands beneath a large tree covered in yellow blossoms in open bushveld. The scene is framed by dry vegetation and a clear blue sky.

The Magic of Spring in the Timbavati

Crisp mornings, golden days, and the bushveld in bloom.

Chad Cocking | Tanda Tula Experiences | September 2025

A rustic game-viewing hide sits tucked among dense trees beside a river or waterhole at Tanda Tula. The structure has a woven wooden exterior and is partially concealed by the surrounding greenery.

Fully Inclusive Safaris at Tanda Tula

A behind-the-scenes look at what’s truly included

Tanda Tula | Tanda Tula Experiences | September 2025

A wide view of a misty bushveld landscape glowing in golden early morning light. Layered trees and shrubs fade into the haze across the horizon.

Why the Timbavati is One of South Africa’s Best Safari Destinations in the Greater Kruger

Why the Timbavati offers a sustainable, exclusive safari experience

Shara Burger | Tanda Tula Experiences | July 2025

Three people stand in silhouette around a table set with drinks and glassware at sunset. The scene captures an outdoor dining moment at tandatula with warm sky tones in the background.

The Joys of a Winter Safari at Tanda Tula in the Timbavati

There’s a unique magic that settles over the Timbavati Nature Reserve during the winter months.

Shara Burger | Tanda Tula Experiences | June 2025

A small spider with a silvery body sits on a dark, wet leaf with water droplets. The background is softly blurred and nearly black, making the spider stand out.

Proposing on Safari: A Once-in-a-Lifetime Romantic Experience

Why a safari is the most romantic destination to propose in

Shara Burger | Tanda Tula Experiences | March 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

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 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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Tanda Tula’s Feta Phyllo Parcel

In Greek, the word phyllo means "leaf." Having actually originated in medieval Turkey in the 11th century this thin, unleavened dough is highly ve ...

Shara Burger | Tanda Tula Experiences | November 2024

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