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How Many Days Do You Really Need on Safari in Kruger National Park?

Posted by Denis on Thu October 23, 2025 in Big Five, Safari, Kruger National Park, Marloth Park, Birdwatching, Needles Lodge, and African Wildlife.

Planning a Kruger safari? Discover ideal 2‑, 3‑ and 5‑night itineraries based from Marloth Park / Needles Lodge. Maximize wildlife, rivers, and the bush’s rhythms.


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Jackalberry: Shade Tree of the Riverine

Posted by Denis on Tue October 21, 2025 in Trees of Southern Africa, Kruger National Park, Marloth Park, and Needles Lodge.

Discover the Jackalberry tree (Diospyros mespiliformis) in Marloth Park and Kruger — its ecology, wildlife role, conservation, and why you’ll remember it on safari.

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Bushveld Battlefields: The Great South African War Echoes Around the Park

Posted by Denis on Wed October 1, 2025 in History and Kruger National Park.
The Great South African War

Discover echoes of The Great South African War in the Kruger Lowveld. From Komatipoort to Barberton, the bushveld still remembers its wartime past.

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The European Bee-eater – A Jewel Over the Bushveld

Posted by Denis on Tue September 9, 2025 in History, Big Five, Nightlife, Kruger National Park, Nature Conservation, Birdwatching, and Needles Lodge.
European Bee-eater (Merops apiaster)

Discover the vibrant European Bee-eater in Kruger National Park. Learn about its migration, hunting behavior, and where to spot it during your stay at Needles Lodge in Marloth Park.

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Kruger: A Kingdom of Wilderness – How It All Began

Posted by Denis on Tue August 19, 2025 in History and Kruger National Park.
Founding Fathers of Kruger National Park

Discover the story behind Kruger National Park — from its creation in 1898 to its status as a global conservation icon. Learn how safari culture began and where to stay nearby.

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