by Billy Lyle | 19 August 2019 | South Africa
Once widespread across of Africa and beyond Hippos have faced persecution and are now almost entirely restricted to protected wildlife areas. In prehistoric Britain hippos would have been a common sight along with lions and elephants. Their remains have been...
by Billy Lyle | 4 June 2019 | South Africa
No animal sighting excites me more than the Painted Wolf. If you are lucky to come across this magnificent animal while on safari, you should feel, truly blessed. The Painted Wolf is one of Africa’s most endangered mammals and South Africa’s most endangered carnivore....
by Billy Lyle | 14 August 2018 | South Africa
As a youngster, I remember often visiting the sub-tropical south coast of KwaZulu Natal. I recall the gorgeous beaches, the banana plantations and the dense evergreen tropical forests. This is a region renowned for all things ocean: surfing, deep-sea fishing, diving...
by Billy Lyle | 4 August 2018 | South Africa
I have spent many years in the African bush and the sight of Rhino still fills me with awe. I decided to focus this blog post on South African wildlife reserves that offer you a good chance of seeing rhinos in the wild. The lodges I have chosen offer luxury...
by Billy Lyle | 21 July 2018 | South Africa
Planning a holiday to South Africa is always a challenge. There is so much to see and do, so many awesome destinations to explore. People are constantly asking me what I would recommend. So, I have compiled a 10 Day Bespoke South African Holiday itinerary, designed to...