Wildlife Experiences

Wildlife experiences

The thrill of catching a glimpse of a swishing tail or the flash of an eye, knowing you’re the first human they have seen in a while – or for the very first time - is a truly unforgettable moment. One moment, you’re scanning the horizon, and the next, an elephant ambles into view or a monkey swings overhead. It might be a whale breaching off the coast, or a pangolin scurrying across the sand, but whatever it is, it’s real, and it’s unforgettable. At Timbuktu, we’ll get you to the right place at the right time for the best wildlife encounters - you just need to have your binoculars at the ready.

Witness huge herds of Elephants in Linyanti

Depart from camp as the sun peeps over the horizon or as the midday heat subsides to find the jaw-dropping herds of elephant Linyanti is famous for. Your guide knows the landscape like the back of their hand and will have no trouble finding the magnificent tuskers as they gather along the permanent water sources to cool off and rehydrate. This is especially true in the dry season from May to October! Explore the lush marshlands, open grassland and shimmering channels, with your binoculars at the ready to spot the tough-skinned giants of Linyanti. Before you head back to camp, sip on a warm cuppa or chilled cocktail!

Track rhino on foot with an armed guide in Matobo

A tiny park in Zimbabwe's south, Matobo may not have appeared on your radar before, but it happens to be one of the last bastions of wild black and white rhino. With an armed guide to lead the way, you'll set out by foot or 4x4 to explore the lush, forested landscape of Matobo Hills where rhino roam amongst the trees and craggy sentinels. Whether it's an hour or four, it's worth spending the time to find these tough-skinned creatures and watching as they enjoy their protected home. It's not every day you have the chance to get this close to a rhino!

Track the Kalahari's wildlife on a game drive

Within the super remote Central Kalahari, as dawn breaks or dusk approaches, your expert guide will lead you on a game drive journey across this untouched desert landscape. Traverse the Kalahari in search of big cats (including black-maned lion), meerkats surveying the scene from rocky outcrops and, if you're around between November and April, herds of gemsbok. Stop for a refreshing cup of something hot or a sundowner before you return to camp.