Sausage Tree Camp
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Have you ever wondered if hippos talk underwater? If ants talk at all? Why elephant shrews tap dance? Why birds sing at dawn?
Using specialized sound equipment, eavesdrop on the wild and hear what mammals, birds, insects, and other animals have to say.
The safari starts after lunch with a fascinating talk on the world of sound — including how and why the big cats roar, birds sing, and insects chatter. Learn about infrasonic elephant rumbles and underwater conversations by hippos, fish, and others, as well as non-vocal sounds by mammals and birds. The session ends with tips on recording wildlife sounds using basic equipment, including smartphones. Then head out on an afternoon game drive to listen to nature’s orchestra through individual headphones. As night falls, tune in to the nocturnal soundscape before returning to camp. Begin early the next morning with a drive to catch the dawn chorus, stopping along the way to listen to the many voices of the wild before returning to camp for breakfast.
Join a wildlife photography workshop led by professional photographer Mike Dexter.
Mike Dexter is a professional wildlife photographer with over 15 years experience and a degree in photojournalism. He leads photographic safaris and workshops across Africa where he shares his passion and expertise with aspiring photographers. His work captures the beauty and diversity of African wildlife, earning him a reputation as a skilled and dedicated photographer. His ability to connect with people and nature alike makes his safaris an enriching experience, showcasing his commitment to wildlife conservation and education through the lens of his camera.
Choose between a 1-2 hour session in camp, where you’ll learn essential techniques, or extend your experience with an afternoon safari game drive. In the second option, after the camp session, Mike will guide on a game drive, helping you apply your new skills in the wild. Perfect for all levels this workshop is entirely catered to your needs and ensures you capture stunning wildlife moments.
Explore the stunning wilderness with Sausage Tree Safari Camp and enjoy a unique adventure that engages the body, mind, and spirit. Discover the beauty of ancient landscapes while connecting with nature and its incredible wildlife on their own terms. Professional trail guides lead the way safely as wild animals are tracked, beautiful birds observed, and the wonders of the natural world experienced up close. Guided walks are tailored to specific interests, allowing deeper exploration of the intricate relationships within nature. While encounters with big game may occur, safety and enjoyment remain the main focus. Take part in an unforgettable walking safari that deepens appreciation for the wild.
Minimum age is 14 years old
Minimum of 2 and a Maximum of 6 guests per walk
Duration : Approximately 3 hours
WILDLIFE AT ITS BEST
Each morning and late afternoon, an experienced professional guide and tracker take participants on safari game drives through thick bush and open plains in search of the Big Five—elephant, rhino, buffalo, lion, and leopard—as well as a variety of birds and other species such as giraffe, zebra, warthog, kudu, and impala. Sundowners are served with tasty snacks while watching the sun set over the African bush. During the drives, the focus is on sharing information about everything encountered—whether the interest lies in birding, insects, plants, or trees, guides are always eager to share their knowledge. They also highlight the smaller, often overlooked but equally important aspects of the bush. Driving 5 kilometers alongside the Olifants River often reveals hippos, crocodiles, and a wide range of birdlife, including the occasional and very special sighting of the elusive Pel’s Fishing Owl.
Kruger Park is South Africa’s most exciting African safari destination. Steeped in legend and history, the iconic Kruger National Park in South Africa is waiting for you to explore its vast landscapes and spectacular African wildlife.
DURATION: FULL DAY TOUR
Departure from the lodge is at 6 am. Arrive back at the lodge either before game drive or later, depending on your preference.
One of the country’s most scenic self-drives, the Panorama Route, explores the Mpumalanga highlands, or the north-eastern section of the Great Escarpment of the Drakensberg. In these rugged mountains the plateau comes to an abrupt and dramatic halt, falling steeply away into the Lowveld accompanied by incredible views out over the grasslands of Africa.
DURATION: FULL DAY TOUR
Departure from the lodge at 7am. Arrive back at the lodge either before game drive or later.
DAKTARI Bush School & Wildlife Orphanage is an NPO founded in 2006 with the goal of educating and inspiring local children to value their environment and stimulate community development.
Every Monday, DAKTARI welcomes eight new students to their camp to attend lessons, do activities and interact with animals in the wildlife orphanage. The wildlife orphanage is home to more than 80 animals that are unable to survive in the wild. They live out their lives at DAKTARI, acting as animal ambassadors to teach the children.
DURATION: DAKTARI HALF DAY TOUR
DURATION: DAKTARI AND OAKS VILLAGE FULL DAY TOUR
SAUSAGE TREE SAFARI CAMP WILL DONATE 20% OF THE TOUR COST TO DAKTARI AS WELL AS A FEE TO THE OAKS SCHOOL AND CRECHE.
Nourish is a Not for Profit Organization registered with the Department of Social Development in South Africa. They are based and focused on the rural villages and communities in Mpumalanga, one of the most poverty stricken and under-served areas.
The unique Village Walking Tour is an immersion into a local village, Sigagule, situated on Orpen Road. Walking through with the private guide from Sigagule, for a better understanding about his Shangaan culture, their beliefs and and folklore. From the traditional mat weaving passed from one generation to another, to the traditional healer (Sangoma). As well as trying their homemade peanut butter and their fresh artisanal beer for an entire immersion!
Finish with a local meal sitting on a weaving mat at the Sangoma's house experiencing delicious local food
This unique immersion into the heart of our Nourish Eco Village is the best way to answer it. Come and be part of the
morning activities. Spend some time with the kids at the creche. Then go with Triad at the farm to harvest what you will have for your traditional lunch. Meet the grannies in their kitchen and help them and learn their traditional way of cooking. Then share it with all the staff to have the best immersion experience ever!
Moholoholo is a wildlife rehabilitation centre and sanctuary nestled below the majestic Mariepskop mountains that is dedicated to saving South Africa’s injured, orphaned or poisoned wildlife.
After your morning game drive and breakfast you are collected by a guide and private car and driven 45 minutes to the Blyde River Dam to board a boat for a tour around lake surrounded by pristine wilderness.
The operating company has been been offering one hour long flights over the scenic, Lowveld section of the Blyde River, West of Hoedspruit
Fly with the eagles on a Microlight Flight in Limpopo and enjoy a panoramic view of the African bushveld.
Arrive at sunrise for your personal introduction to a very special family, and immerse yourself fully in the natural environment of one of Africa’s most epic creatures.
