Wildlife Encounters

White Rhino Tracking Uganda: A 1-Day Walking Safari Review (2025)

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White Rhino Tracking Uganda: A 1-Day Walking Safari Review (2025) You know, there’s a certain feeling you get when your own two feet are on the same ground as a two-ton animal, with literally nothing but open air between you. So, that’s what this one-day White Rhino Tracking safari is really all about, a completely different kind of wildlife experience, for sure. We did this at the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, which is pretty much the only place in Uganda where you can actually see these animals in the wild. Frankly, the whole idea of a walking safari is a bit …

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A Genuine Look at Swimming with the Seals in Plettenberg Bay for 2025

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A Genuine Look at Swimming with the Seals in Plettenberg Bay for 2025 So, you’re thinking about taking the plunge and actually going for a swim with the seals in Plettenberg Bay. Honestly, it’s one of those activities you see in pictures and wonder if it’s really as magical as it looks. You know, you picture these sleek, puppy-eyed creatures swirling around you in the bright blue water. Well, as a matter of fact, I can tell you that the real thing is, in a way, so much more. It’s a little wilder, a bit more chaotic, and frankly, a …

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2025 Elephant & Lesedi Village Tour: A Complete Review

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2025 Elephant & Lesedi Village Tour: A Complete Review 2025 Elephant & Lesedi Village Tour: A Complete Review So, you are thinking about a day away from the city buzz of Johannesburg or Pretoria, right? You’re actually looking for something that is a little bit more than just a regular tour. I mean, you want a day that mixes a really profound connection with nature with a deep dive into the human story of South Africa. Well, the combined Elephant Experience and Lesedi Cultural Village day trip is, you know, very likely the thing you are searching for. It is …

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Mirissa Whale Watching Tour from Bentota: 2025 Review

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Mirissa Whale Watching Tour from Bentota: 2025 Review So, you’re staying in beautiful, relaxed Bentota and the thought of seeing the world’s biggest creature has, well, kind of taken hold. Honestly, the idea of a day trip to Mirissa for whale watching is incredibly tempting, you know? It’s arguably one of Sri Lanka’s most talked-about experiences. Yet, you might be wondering what the day actually looks like, especially with the very early start from a different town. We went on this exact day tour, and basically, we’re here to share the real story of the 2025 season. It’s pretty much …

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