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...

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