<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Laluka Safari Lodge]]></title><description><![CDATA[Family-run luxury safari lodge, 6 suites in malaria-free Welgevonden. All-inclusive Big Five game drives and farm-to-table dining, 3 hrs from Joburg.]]></description><link>https://www.lalukasafarilodge.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 12:56:21 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.lalukasafarilodge.com/de/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Waterberg Biosphere Reserve: What It Means For Safari]]></title><description><![CDATA[What is the Waterberg Biosphere Reserve, and why does it matter on a Welgevonden safari? Laluka explains the UNESCO status behind the malaria-free bush.]]></description><link>https://www.lalukasafarilodge.com/post/waterberg-biosphere-reserve-explained</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ac32f857c75b835e2719ac1</guid><category><![CDATA[Guides]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 12:52:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8de1b2_ef92763d619443f0a7cea6b0052b410a~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Giulia Avanzi</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Closest Big Five Safari to Johannesburg: How Near Is Realistic?]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you are landing in Johannesburg and hoping to see the Big Five without another flight, the honest answer is encouraging. You have real options within a morning's drive, and the differences between them matter more than the kilometres. This guide covers every realistic Big Five safari near Johannesburg, how long each takes from Johannesburg or Pretoria, and what kind of safari you actually get when you arrive. We run a small lodge in one of these reserves, so we will tell you where we sit...]]></description><link>https://www.lalukasafarilodge.com/post/closest-big-five-safari-near-johannesburg</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a7edb1de608acf54891abb6</guid><category><![CDATA[Guides]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 16:20:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8de1b2_968dc9ddec654884b9a930750bcfd17a~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Giulia Avanzi</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Do You Need Malaria Tablets for a South African Safari?]]></title><description><![CDATA[It is one of the first questions people ask once the safari dream turns into a plan, and it  deserves a clearer answer than it usually gets: it depends entirely on where in South Africa you go. Some of the country's best Big Five reserves are in malaria areas. Others, including the reserve we call home, have none at all. One note before we start. We are lodge hosts, not doctors. This guide explains where malaria tablets for a South African safari are genuinely needed and where they are not,...]]></description><link>https://www.lalukasafarilodge.com/post/do-you-need-malaria-tablets-for-a-south-african-safari</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a7eeee9e608acf54891d941</guid><category><![CDATA[Guides]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 11:03:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8de1b2_e9ed00a477254281824eb073a3182958~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Giulia Avanzi</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Luxury Safari Lodges in South Africa: The Famous Names, and How to Choose]]></title><description><![CDATA[The short version Ask anyone, or any AI, to name the best luxury safari lodges in South Africa and the same names come back: Singita, Londolozi, Royal Malewane, andBeyond, Sabi Sabi, Lion Sands, MalaMala, Tswalu. They earn their reputations honestly, and this is not an article that pretends otherwise. But the famous names share a few things the brochures rarely spell out: most sit in malaria-risk country, most quote rates between roughly $1,700 and $4,000 per person per night, “fully...]]></description><link>https://www.lalukasafarilodge.com/post/luxury-safari-lodges-south-africa-how-to-choose</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a7842767e238b0b8ae2c25e</guid><category><![CDATA[General]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 11:33:40 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8de1b2_f141ce1ae7604af18bf5391df06f1237~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Giulia Avanzi</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Welgevonden vs Madikwe vs Pilanesberg: Choosing a Malaria-Free Safari Near Johannesburg]]></title><description><![CDATA[Welgevonden, Madikwe and Pilanesberg are all malaria-free Big Five reserves within easy reach of Johannesburg. An honest comparison of distance, size, crowds and style of stay, to help you choose the one that fits the trip you actually want.]]></description><link>https://www.lalukasafarilodge.com/post/welgevonden-vs-madikwe-vs-pilanesberg-choosing-a-malaria-free-safari-near-johannesburg</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2e841a71289f62dcf717f0</guid><category><![CDATA[General]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:01:31 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8de1b2_69f17238869b4560b505e76c45aab722~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Giulia Avanzi</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Much Does an All-Inclusive Safari Cost, and What's Included?]]></title><description><![CDATA[What does an all-inclusive safari actually include, and what drives the price? A clear, honest breakdown of the all-inclusive model, from a small family-run lodge in malaria-free Welgevonden.]]></description><link>https://www.lalukasafarilodge.com/post/how-much-does-an-all-inclusive-safari-cost-and-what-s-included</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2ea019418318a8f7e64ac4</guid><category><![CDATA[General]]></category><category><![CDATA[Experiences]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 08:01:53 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8de1b2_6519fc337e604eb78aff8bfcdc53ed6c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Giulia Avanzi</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Welgevonden's Rhinos Still Have Their Horns]]></title><description><![CDATA[Across South Africa most rhinos are now dehorned against poaching. In Welgevonden they still carry their horns. Here is why, and what it means to see one in the wild.]]></description><link>https://www.lalukasafarilodge.com/post/why-welgevonden-s-rhinos-still-have-their-horns</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2ea62a44c7bef1d032851b</guid><category><![CDATA[Conservation]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 09:38:54 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8de1b2_6ed42bd2fc4849e2a7affc0ce70f09bd~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Giulia Avanzi</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Welgevonden vs Kruger: Which South African Safari Is Right for You?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Malaria-free, three hours from Johannesburg, with rhinos that still carry their horns — an honest comparison of Welgevonden and Kruger to help you choose your South African safari.]]></description><link>https://www.lalukasafarilodge.com/post/welgevonden-vs-kruger-which-south-african-safari-is-right-for-you</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a23b95c7af0f73356927fbd</guid><category><![CDATA[Guides]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 06:49:35 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8de1b2_69f17238869b4560b505e76c45aab722~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Giulia Avanzi</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What to Pack for a Safari at Laluka Safari Lodge]]></title><description><![CDATA[Packing for a safari is often simpler than people expect. At Laluka Safari Lodge, the focus is not on having the “right look,” but on being comfortable, adaptable, and prepared for the natural rhythm of the bush. The Welgevonden Game Reserve changes throughout the day and across the seasons. Mornings can be cool, afternoons warmer, and evenings settle into stillness. What you bring should allow you to move easily between these moments. Start with Comfort, Not Style Safari clothing does not...]]></description><link>https://www.lalukasafarilodge.com/post/what-to-pack-for-a-safari-at-laluka-safari-lodge</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f6fbe890b4365cb864d798</guid><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 09:21:49 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8de1b2_a24de8491a8d470c976645fcd715cfa9~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Giulia Avanzi</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[When is the Best Time to Visit Laluka Safari Lodge?]]></title><description><![CDATA[It’s one of the most common questions we receive — and also one of the most difficult to answer simply. The truth is that there is no single “best” time to visit Laluka Safari Lodge or the Welgevonden Game Reserve. Each season brings a different rhythm to the bush. What you experience in September is not what you will find in January, and neither is better — only different. Rather than asking when the bush is at its “best,” it is more useful to understand what each time of year offers. A...]]></description><link>https://www.lalukasafarilodge.com/post/when-is-the-best-time-to-visit-laluka-safari-lodge</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69edc2ae7c7678baade7573c</guid><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 08:32:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8de1b2_2c0b384d235c415e916ff6dd65e7b486~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Giulia Avanzi</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Getting to Laluka: The Journey into the Waterberg]]></title><description><![CDATA[For most guests, reaching Laluka Safari Lodge begins with a shift away from the familiar. Flights arrive into Johannesburg, movement continues north, and gradually the surroundings begin to open. The further you travel, the less defined the edges of everyday life become. By the time you approach the Waterberg, space replaces density, and the landscape starts to set the tone. There are several ways to get to Laluka, each offering a slightly different introduction to the Welgevonden Game...]]></description><link>https://www.lalukasafarilodge.com/post/getting-to-laluka-the-journey-into-the-waterberg</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69dfd1d45dec8b94cebb65b2</guid><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 12:58:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8de1b2_df905f5fc9c846cbb77e2adda372085d~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Giulia Avanzi</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Story of the Waterberg and Welgevonden]]></title><description><![CDATA[Explore the ancient geology, early human history, ecological loss and restoration that shaped the Waterberg and Welgevonden Game Reserve, home to Laluka Safari Lodge.]]></description><link>https://www.lalukasafarilodge.com/post/the-story-of-the-waterberg-and-welgevonden</link><guid isPermaLink="false">698c4c3a5ce248ef448891e8</guid><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 11:07:20 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8de1b2_de039499df6b416a854d99d503ebe9e1~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Giulia Avanzi</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[When Safari Becomes Conservation: Witnessing Wildlife Interventions at Laluka]]></title><description><![CDATA[There are moments on safari that stay with you because they are beautiful. And then there are moments that stay with you because they are humbling. Wildlife interventions fall into the second category. Together with Dr. Peter Caldwell, the Welgevonden Game Reserve management team, and the reserve’s conservation team, we recently assisted in three animal interventions involving two white rhinos and one elephant. Each intervention was different, but all of them carried the same weight: the...]]></description><link>https://www.lalukasafarilodge.com/post/when-safari-becomes-conservation-witnessing-wildlife-interventions-at-laluka</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6979eca3b3cf8ba23845400d</guid><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 09:17:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8de1b2_85cf60b5d251445c8fb773c3d1d17d97~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Giulia Avanzi</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three Months at Laluka: How a Belgian Student Found a Second Home in the South African Bush]]></title><description><![CDATA[Part 1 My three-month journey at Laluka Safari Lodge began in a way that felt almost accidental. Someone who had once stayed there mentioned that Laluka was looking for a content creator for an internship in 2024. They thought of me because I was working as a freelance photographer, loved travel, and had already collaborated with lodges across South Africa and Namibia. I wrote a motivation letter, sent my portfolio, and waited. Weeks passed. Selection rounds came and went. Somehow, I remained...]]></description><link>https://www.lalukasafarilodge.com/post/three-months-at-laluka-how-a-belgian-student-found-a-second-home-in-the-south-african-bush</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6978bd239bf76cd62b6584e7</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 09:16:53 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8de1b2_e85492a812464f78bc5b9439191ec9d3~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Giulia Avanzi</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Culinary Experience at Laluka Safari Lodge]]></title><description><![CDATA[Food at Laluka Safari Lodge reflects the way we live and work here. It is thoughtful and grounded, shaped by the land and by the people who care for it. Ingredients are chosen with intention, cooking is guided by experience, and meals are served with ease rather than ceremony. There is a quiet sense of care in every detail, from what is grown to how it is prepared and shared, creating an experience that feels natural, reassuring and unforced. A Culinary Experience Shaped by Our Farm Each meal...]]></description><link>https://www.lalukasafarilodge.com/post/a-culinary-experience-at-laluka-safari-lodge</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69709ae02e380e43010197da</guid><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 10:40:22 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8de1b2_a9ad4bfed4b742f0b971f15a4875fd92~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Giulia Avanzi</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fly Camping at Laluka Safari Lodge]]></title><description><![CDATA[A night where the wild whispers, and time stands still There are moments on safari that stay with you forever. Fly camping is one of them. At Laluka Safari Lodge, fly camping is not simply an activity — it is an invitation to step beyond comfort zones and into something deeply human: walking the land, sleeping beneath canvas and stars, sharing food by firelight, and listening as the African night comes alive around you. This is safari as it once was — raw, intimate, and profoundly moving ,...]]></description><link>https://www.lalukasafarilodge.com/post/fly-camping-at-laluka-safari-lodge</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69662d1cf1ba376a5bbecf0d</guid><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2026 09:24:28 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8de1b2_ead8f968e532497eab3c3d667d31c7fa~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Giulia Avanzi</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Best Safari Lodge for Families in South Africa: A Personal Safari at Laluka]]></title><description><![CDATA[For many families, a safari is more than just a holiday — it’s a shared experience that becomes part of family memory. Choosing the right lodge plays a big role in how relaxed, safe, and meaningful that experience feels for both parents and children. At Laluka Safari Lodge , families are welcomed into a small, owner-managed environment where flexibility, understanding, and personal attention are at the heart of the safari experience. Why families feel at ease at Laluka Safari Lodge One of the...]]></description><link>https://www.lalukasafarilodge.com/post/the-best-safari-lodge-for-families-in-south-africa-a-personal-safari-at-laluka</link><guid isPermaLink="false">695665437fd864ff7fe3f3db</guid><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 11:35:29 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8de1b2_1d8b6b52bad2457d8dc2abb8b9719d97~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Giulia Avanzi</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is Laluka Safari Lodge Malaria-Free? And What Kind of Safari Experience Can You Expect?]]></title><description><![CDATA[When planning a safari in South Africa, one of the first questions many travelers ask is whether their lodge is located in a malaria-free area. For families, first-time safari guests, and international visitors, this often brings peace of mind before the journey even begins. But once that box is ticked, the next question quickly follows: what will the safari actually feel like once you arrive? Is Laluka Safari Lodge malaria-free? Yes. Laluka Safari Lodge is malaria-free , as it is located...]]></description><link>https://www.lalukasafarilodge.com/post/is-laluka-safari-lodge-malaria-free-and-what-kind-of-safari-experience-can-you-expect</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69562503fbc9403dda755307</guid><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2026 10:17:55 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8de1b2_017f7d00c88f43ea88d008c34525d927~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Giulia Avanzi</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meet Our Guide: Mr X’s First Month at Laluka]]></title><description><![CDATA[My name is Xolani Mhlongo , though most people know me as Mr X . My full Zulu name can be a challenge to pronounce, so the nickname has followed me throughout my guiding career. I arrived at Laluka Safari Lodge  on the 1st of November 2025, and from my very first afternoon, I knew this place was special. On an introductory drive with Stephan, the reserve immediately impressed me with its rolling hills, open plains, and abundant wildlife. As if to welcome me properly, we saw a cheetah with her...]]></description><link>https://www.lalukasafarilodge.com/post/meet-our-guide-mr-x-s-first-month-at-laluka</link><guid isPermaLink="false">694299387aecebf9ca3fa549</guid><category><![CDATA[Guides]]></category><category><![CDATA[Bush Stories]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 12:34:53 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8de1b2_7f92d4cd4cfa4c4486c786c46bfb3d53~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Koenraad Pretorius</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[September at Laluka: Discovering the beauty of subtle transformations]]></title><description><![CDATA[The magic of September in the African bush. A storytelling of what Laluka had to offer to its guests during the first month of spring]]></description><link>https://www.lalukasafarilodge.com/post/september-at-laluka-discovering-the-beauty-of-subtle-transformations</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68de4b2eead166b9aff9305f</guid><category><![CDATA[Bush Stories]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 02 Oct 2025 12:00:59 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/8de1b2_caadf4d8b527464f9bf83832c388a56b~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Koenraad Pretorius</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>