As we move towards spring, we can reflect on how the bush has changed through the seasons. From a lush green Utopia to a yellow and dry Savanna. The sightings on Black rhino has been picking up, with frequent sightings of the dominant male lions. The females with the youngsters on the other hand have…

With the Winter chills coming in this year a bit earlier than the previous seasons. Why not book directly with Buffalo thorn lodge and get a 50% off during Weekdays and 30% off on weekends & Holidays for a family getaway. Leave the city blues and warm up in the Boma with a well deserved…

As the summer comes to an end, we at Buffalo thorn lodge are currently running a 50% Autumn special on all direct bookings. Its the ideal time to be out in the bush as game viewing have been extremely productive. Here is a taste of what you can hope to find while out on safari…

The annual baby boom is upon us. The impala lams are starting to drop which is a symbol that the Summer is in full swing. It also brings hope that 2021 will be a year of growth and Prosperity. . Impalas are so well adapted to their environment, they synchronize their breeding, having all their…

In October 2019, our resident pride of lions were displaced and pushed out of Black Rhino. Two dominant males came from the south and wanted to take over this new area, so the pride all fled back into Pilanesberg. Lionesses are extremely protective over their young and will defend them to the death. When a…

Here at Buffalo Thorn Lodge, we are enjoying Alert Level 1 in the September sun. The bush is transforming into a summer paradise. With high temperatures reaching the 30s and mild evenings lounging by the jacuzzi, what more could one ask for? Welcome back With some of the migrant species coming back from their cold…