Luxury SAFARI in Kruger - IMBALI and HOYO HOYO (4K)

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This week we head back to the luxury lodges in and around Kruger National Park. Imbali is our first stop in the Mluwati Concession which is right in the middle of Kruger, probably in the best part of the whole park, nestled almost directly between Satara and Skukuza but with absolutely zero crowds!
After a brilliant few days at Imbali we head to their sister lodge for something entirely different, a lodge made in a traditional Shangaan style. Really interesting and truly unique. The one thing that didn't change was the incredible sightings we just kept on having!
We had all the benefits of being in Kruger park, with all the benefits of being in a private reserve, and the incredible sighting we had are testament to that!
I hope you all enjoy the episode, and please let us know if there are any questions!
Tim Hulme
00:00 Intro
00:35 Arriving in Imbali Safari Lodge
01:42 Meeting Victor and first drive
02:58 Big Pride of Lions
06:18 Morning Safari Hyena and coffee
08:20 Afternoon Safari Elephants and Lions
12:16 Final drive at Imbali
14:42 Arriving at Hoyo Hoyo
17:21 Afternoon drive at Hoyo Hoyo beautiful Leopard
19:09 Tim tells the story of the Lion that tried to stop a KZfaq upload

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@LostinAfrica 2 жыл бұрын

A couple of hours late on my own deadline, but still up today! Hope it is worth the wait and you all enjoy! Next week I am going to be in the Tankwa Karoo filming a new series, so depending on signal the next instalment of the Kruger series might be a little delayed, but I am working as hard as humanely possible to ensure it isn't!

@tonymatlosa6928 2 жыл бұрын

You could work harder im just saying

@tonymatlosa6928 2 жыл бұрын

@@Ry43T1 Well if you put it that way.

@kagishomashiloane2975 2 жыл бұрын

One thing I wish for is to have our African content creators reach over the hundreds of thousands in views because they put in great hours and efforts. Compared to those who take snippets of already recorded content and try tell a story. Half the time getting the names of the animal species incorrect. Let's support channels like this one so that the guys can create more content for us. Well done Tim. Love seeing your content mate.

@LostinAfrica 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, it would be amazing!

@tonymatlosa6928 2 жыл бұрын

As always a spectacular episode. Thank you for giving a glimpse of paradise. Also Victor has a great set of teeth. Pearly white. Great smile

@LostinAfrica 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you as always Abuti! Hopefully you’re featuring in the Lost series again soon!

@EdwardBath 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome stuff brother!!

@LostinAfrica 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ed!!

@pascaljohn5338 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Ed, are you done with Botswana yet. The KNP misses you man.

@markusschnepper4221 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic Tim ..The Sound of the Lion is Awesome ..Thank you 🙏

@LostinAfrica 2 жыл бұрын

Ah that roar never fails to give me goosebumps! And thank you!

@ionagraham8052 2 жыл бұрын

Loved the episode. That leopardess was just so beautiful, what a special moment.

@LostinAfrica 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Iona, she sure is beautiful hey!

@wernerstruebing116 2 жыл бұрын

Whether upper class or for ordinary people, the video is well documented and one always strive to see new places, so that they have done and I enjoy it. Thank you Lost in Africa

@LostinAfrica 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Werner! 😍

@shanesadventures4433 2 жыл бұрын

Another fantastic Episode!! ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

@LostinAfrica 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Shane!

@kerrymoore5065 2 жыл бұрын

Another incredible episode!! I am loving the content!

@LostinAfrica 2 жыл бұрын

Yay, thank you!

@MovingPicturesAfrica 2 жыл бұрын

Ooh. That lodge looks fancy. Lovely shots of the youngsters on the dead tree!

@LostinAfrica 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, and yeah its really beautiful there!

@shaunmoller2666 2 жыл бұрын

Tim what a sight in a dry river bed those lions looks so peacefully ,those Ellies swimming wow the snake on JABARI just a reminder the Kruger are wild,Hoyo Hoyu home away from home nice rondawel and Cheetah sighting out of this world Tim Bianca this episode Epic thanks again mooi loop

@LostinAfrica 2 жыл бұрын

We sometimes forget how wild the Kruger is because it is so accessible, i think that’s part of the reason why it doesnt get as much praise as some of the East Africa parks, but in terms of sightings it’s unparalleled in my opinion!

@rosesippel2932 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing footage Thank you

@LostinAfrica 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Rose!

@rosesippel2932 2 жыл бұрын

@@LostinAfrica always watching for new videos

@falanajerido875 2 жыл бұрын

Good looking lions and cubs almost look sad love the elephants nice sighting the leopard is amazing

@LostinAfrica 2 жыл бұрын

How beautiful is she?! 😍😍

@falanajerido875 2 жыл бұрын

@@LostinAfrica very beautiful that cub is so good looking i had to look at him again. Mother step on him as she walk by

@OverlandingwithBruce 2 жыл бұрын

Another awesome episode Tim. It must of been hard staying in those lodges 😂 Thanks for another awesome episode

@LostinAfrica 2 жыл бұрын

Haha thanks Bruce. And yeah you know, i have to suffer to bring it to you guys! 😜

@pascaljohn5338 2 жыл бұрын

Was that the S8 Male at Imbali? He looks majestic but please tell him to stop giving my all time fav, Dark Mane some hard time in the Northern Sabi Sand 😂😂. Keep up the good work though.👍

@LostinAfrica 2 жыл бұрын

Oh I don't know their names sorry! And thank you!

@moa3810 Жыл бұрын

Thank you to this channel...Ammmazing sitings! The view of elephants from the living room, the male lion at the end patrolling, and of course that beautiful elegant leopard casually looking around. I wondered why don't leopards have prides like lions? - didn't feel like googling it...

@LostinAfrica Жыл бұрын

Thank you Mo, appreciate the support! I think the interesting thing is that cats are generally solitary, so Lion's are actually the exception that form a pride! Although there are cases of Cheetah males forming coalitions, the big cats are rarely in anything more than a small family group or a breeding pair.

@markwdavis Жыл бұрын

@@LostinAfrica When I visited Kruger NP in Nov 22 (from the UK) I saw a coalition of 3 Cheetah brothers stalking a herd of Impala, they were literally 5 feet from our Jeep. It was one of the wildlife highlights of my life. You South Africans are so so so lucky to have so much nature and wildlife on your doorsteps…. I know people like you will be all they can to continue to preserve and protect it! I cant wait to return!

@LostinAfrica Жыл бұрын

@@markwdavis sounds like an incredible sighting!!

@EvilEye1986 Жыл бұрын

I'm so happy I found this video. I am currently planning a holiday to the Kruger in September. We have previously stayed at Hamilton's tented camp and now we are deciding between Imbali and Hoyo Hoyo. Another option we have is to do both of them. Would you be willing to share your thoughts on the differences between accommodations as well as food and eating arrangements to help us make the decision?

@LostinAfrica Жыл бұрын

Hi Jonathan, both are really great and they are really different, so if you have the option to do both I would recommend that. The game drives all cover the concession so there is not much difference between them, the food is also of the same high standard at both. The biggest difference is the accommodation style, Hoyo Hoyo is very unique and different to just about anywhere I have stayed. Imbali is more of a traditional luxury safari which is also really beautiful. I slightly preferred Imbali, Bianca slightly preferred Hoyo Hoyo. Enjoy the trip!! :)

@brandonfoster1715 Жыл бұрын

Great videos! Keep it up 👍 What mounts are you using on the side of the car for your cameras?

@LostinAfrica Жыл бұрын

Thanks Brandon, in these video's I was using a magnetic mount by a company called K Kam. I have subsequently upgraded to a GimPro mount, that is the industry leader!

@brandonfoster1715 Жыл бұрын

@@LostinAfrica thanks for the info! Much appreciated! I’ll definitely check them out 👍

@cynthiaoldfield8117 2 жыл бұрын

Please tell us what the birds are! Love your videos.

@LostinAfrica 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Cynthia! I'll start adding the bird names again!

@markusdippenaar2762 2 жыл бұрын

Netjies!!!!!!

@LostinAfrica 2 жыл бұрын

Dankie!!

@rajasreebanerjee1727 Жыл бұрын

how come such strong night lights are used? dont they disturb animals?

@LostinAfrica Жыл бұрын

Generally speaking, the rangers avoid shining on the herbivores eyes so as not to blind them, and the thinking is that it has less effect on predators. You need a strong light to be able to see anything, but it is a compromise.

@loksterization 2 жыл бұрын

Very remote and unspoilt part of Kruger. I actually think it's a shame that it became a money-making concession and broke the pristine-ness of the region. I just hope there won't be any more developments in the area, it's enough now.

@LostinAfrica 2 жыл бұрын

I hear you, but also understand that without income conservation isn’t sustainable, so a careful balance has to be found!

@ZARRugby 2 жыл бұрын

The luxury $$ is not in reach for most people and so not sure why you are showing this. Not watching until you get back to normal folks.

@LostinAfrica 2 жыл бұрын

We are trying to cover all the wonderful things Africa has to offer. People aspire to it, and plan major life events like honeymoons around places like this. Also we have a foreign audience that love these lodges, and theyre a very important part of sustainability in these regions. But point taken and I hope to see you back soon, we’re wild camping again in 3 episodes time, and then really rough it and Mozambique and Kgalagadi! ☺️

@whispersofafrica 2 жыл бұрын

I agree, this was originally a overlanding channel. Now it's gone to up market lodges. I'm not Watching this channel anymore either

@johnmarais7772 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, tough comments. We are in exactly the same position as Patrick and Marc and can't even begin to aspire to staying at a lodge like this, self driving through Botswana is pushing the boat out for us. But ........ we still find it incredibly exciting to watch your videos and also to see how the other half lives, as long as there is a mixture of upmarket and our affordability, please keep on providing us with your fantastic content 👋👋

@falanajerido875 2 жыл бұрын

Stop hating just save your peonies and believe in yourself you can be there to

@Dezeriz177 Жыл бұрын

I think it’s great to show all aspects and offers of the Kruger, currently living in Europe and can relate to it. Thanks for this amazing content.