by Massimo | Jul 26, 2026 | Birds
Southern Ground Hornbills are one of the bush’s most charismatic birds and one of its slowest to breed. So when a pair goes more than a decade without raising a chick, it’s a sign that something is missing. For the pair here in the Timbavati around RockFig...
by Massimo | Jun 21, 2026 | Giraffe, Safari
Every year on 21 June, we celebrate World Giraffe Day, a special occasion dedicated to one of Africa’s most iconic and fascinating animals. As the tallest land mammal on Earth, the giraffe has become a symbol of the African wilderness and is always a favourite among...
by Massimo | Jun 4, 2026 | Safari
Safari sightings often come with surprises, but every now and then nature delivers something truly extraordinary. As we made our way back to the lodge after a memorable sundowner with guests, we came across three lions resting in the road. It was already a fantastic...
by Massimo | Feb 15, 2026 | Safari
At RockFig Safari Lodge, set within the breathtaking wilderness of the Timbavati Nature Reserve, every safari drive tells a story, and often, that story includes the unmistakable presence of the hippopotamus. On World Hippo Day, we pause to appreciate these powerful...
by Massimo | Jan 17, 2025 | Birds
RockFig Safari Lodge truly offers a front-row seat to nature’s wonders! From the comfort of Lodge’s deck, we have been treated to a remarkable sight—an African hoopoe diligently feeding its chicks nestled within a hollow tree. These striking birds, known for...
