#sabi sands

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A lioness from the Styx Pride Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve, South Africa Photographed by Jason Street

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Lilac-breasted roller, Cheetah Plains por flowcomm

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Captivating Elegance: A Majestic Leopard's Stroll

A Leopard making its way through the bush in South Africa.

South Africa In the heart of the iconic Sabi Sands Game Reserve, near Umkumbe Bush Lodge, a scene of untamed beauty unfolds as a majestic leopard takes its elegant stride through the lush South African bush. The dappled sunlight filters through the dense foliage, casting a golden hue upon the leopard’s sleek coat, adorned with captivating rosettes. Every movement exudes a sense of purpose and…

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Fairly recently I found out that this cub was given the name Sparta. A coincidence, considering there was once an iconic pride of lions in Sabi Sands, South Africa that went by the same name. Like Sparta the Eurasian cave lion, the Sparta Pride is now also extinct: the last female cub died in June 2021. She presumably starved to death as she was too young to hunt on her own after losing her mother.

Another photo of the newly discovered Eurasian cave lion cub.

Notice how the fur ranges in color, there’s some more darker patches on the head (perhaps around the ears?) while the core is more pale/tawny.

Source

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" Impala Ladies Chatting " //© Patsy Weingart

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African wild dog. Sabi Sand Nature Preserve, South Africa

@dylanroyalwildlife /Instagram

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Southern Yellow-Billed Hornbill, I think

Mongoose uses stealth

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Simbambili Lodge Sabi Sands

Nestled in the heart of the Sabi Sands Game Reserve, Thornybush Simbambili Lodge stands as a testament to the fusion of untamed wilderness and unparalleled luxury. The Sabi Sands, renowned for its biodiversity and proximity to the Kruger National Park, provides an idyllic setting for this exclusive safari retreat. Simbambili Lodge emerges as a sanctuary where discerning travelers can indulge in the opulence of contemporary comforts while immersing themselves in the raw beauty of the African bush.

Accommodation:

Simbambili Lodge offers a selection of private suites, each meticulously designed to provide guests with a haven of comfort and sophistication. The interiors seamlessly blend modern aesthetics with traditional African influences, creating an atmosphere of tranquility and refinement. The spacious suites, adorned with elegant furnishings, offer a respite from the excitement of game drives and bush walks.

Private decks attached to each suite provide panoramic views of the surrounding wilderness, allowing guests to absorb the sights and sounds of the bush in privacy. As day turns to night, the expansive African sky transforms into a celestial display, offering a mesmerizing backdrop for relaxation and reflection.

Activities:

Simbambili Lodge curates a diverse range of activities to cater to the varied interests of its guests. Guided game drives, led by knowledgeable rangers, present the opportunity to encounter Africa's iconic Big Five in their natural habitat. The Sabi Sands' reputation for high-density wildlife ensures that every game drive is a thrilling adventure, with each sighting providing a glimpse into the intricate web of life in the reserve.

For those desiring a more immersive experience, guided bush walks offer a chance to explore the finer details of the ecosystem. Accompanied by expert trackers, guests can engage with the environment on a more intimate level, learning about the flora and fauna that often go unnoticed during game drives.

Photography enthusiasts can participate in specialized photographic safaris, where experienced guides provide insights and tips on capturing the perfect shot. From the golden glow of the sunrise to the elusive nocturnal creatures that emerge after dark, each moment becomes a frame-worthy memory.

Dining:

Simbambili Lodge elevates the dining experience to a celebration of African flavors and hospitality. The lodge's culinary team crafts gourmet meals using locally sourced, seasonal ingredients. Guests can choose to dine under the stars, surrounded by the sounds of the bush, or in the intimate setting of the lodge's dining area, where the ambiance reflects the lodge's commitment to providing a sensory journey.

The dining experience at Simbambili Lodge goes beyond exquisite cuisine; it embodies the spirit of African hospitality. Attentive staff members ensure that each meal is a memorable occasion, with personalized service that caters to the unique preferences of every guest.

Game-viewing:

Simbambili Lodge's prime location within the Sabi Sands Game Reserve ensures unparalleled game-viewing opportunities. The reserve is especially renowned for its leopard sightings, offering guests a chance to witness these elusive and majestic creatures in their natural habitat. The expert guides at Simbambili Lodge leverage their deep understanding of the terrain and animal behavior to create a game-viewing experience that is both thrilling and educational.

Game drives through the Sabi Sands reveal the dynamic interactions of wildlife, from the powerful presence of elephants to the regal demeanor of lions. Every excursion is a voyage into the heart of the African wilderness, where the drama of the natural world unfolds against the backdrop of breathtaking landscapes.

In conclusion, Thornybush Simbambili Lodge in the Sabi Sands transcends the conventional safari experience, offering a harmonious blend of luxury and nature. From the lavish accommodations to the immersive activities, the lodge beckons travelers to embark on a journey where the untamed beauty of the African bush becomes a canvas for unforgettable memories.

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Southern Yellow-billed Hornbills (Tockus leucomelas), family Bucerotidae, order Bucerotiformes, Sabi Sands, South Africa

photograph by Michael Moss

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Leopard, Cheetah Plains por flowcomm

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Wildlife Wednesday: Leopard Feeding

Leopard Feasting on a Warthog #safari #southafrica #africa #leopard #wildlife #nature

During my incredible safari experience, our group was fortunate to witness a fascinating encounter in the wild. A magnificent leopard was feasting on a warthog, showcasing the raw beauty of nature’s circle of life. While we missed the initial chase and capture, we managed to track down the leopard as it indulged in its meal amidst the tall grass. Leopard Feeding Please be aware that the…

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glossy starling on foot patrol looking for alates (flying termites) in perfect light

Sabi Sands South Africa -Lamprotornis nitens

photo: Michael Moss

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One Piece Crack Ship War - Round 4 Side D

Saby art by @cephalopodux

propaganda under the cut.

Dragodile:

Crocodad

Luffy's divorced dads fr Dragon can't be around sand or else he'll end up taking about his ex to anyone unfortunate enough to be nearby On days that are particularly stormy/windy (if dragon has wether powers) Crocodile is in a mood They long for each other but their past and present complicates things The divorce was definitely messy.

Product of the inexplicably popular fan theory that Crocodile gave birth to Luffy.

Technically a crackship but it has the potential to be the funniest canon ship? X'D

crocomom theory elite. also they both have scaley names.

I'm so goddamn interested in their hypothetical divorce. Arguably, more than their hypothetical relationship.

Saby:

Why vote sabo and coby? Sabo dedicates his whole life fighting against the system, coby dedicates his whole life to serving the people. This is a ship about ideals, about helping people, about the reluctant acceptance that yes, this person from the other side thats supposed to be my enemy has the same opinions as me. Sabo at the top of the revolutionaries, coby steadily rising through marine ranks. That alone makes for an incredibly fun dynamic. they‘d be like schroedingers divorce, they‘re together they‘re divorced, they‘ve never been together. They live completely different lives that sometimes briefly and intensely clash. Not fun enough? Coby joins sword. Which means he‘s given up proper position as a marine to help people without having to follow commands. He‘s allowed to do what he wants but at the same time the government can drop him at any time and that‘s a risk he‘s willing to take because his dream isn’t just being a marine, it‘s being a good one. What i‘m saying is the organisation sword just has a fascinating relationship to justice and helping people that so strongly overlaps with the RA and coby and sabo should kiss about it. There can also be some animosity in the beginning stages as a treat. Some being enemies. For funsies.

They'd be enemies on principal because of their respective organizations, but they have similar ideals and their love of luffy would bring them together! Theres so much potential for angst and yearning! Their jobs keep them incredibly busy, they're constantly putting their lives on the line, and the news is full of propaganda, so they're constantly stress reading the news and having to trust that their partner isn't committing atrocities.

[rainybyday]

My Skyfallers List - PKMN LA edition

To all my Pokemon fans out there, I have just played Pokemon Legends Arcues (completely) and Scarlet this year. Let me tell you I had brain rot for weeks that I've started to read all the Skyfaller au's (au's in Legends Arcues where a person other than Dawn/Lucas and Ingo fell into Hisui) and I have read a LOT.

So I made a list, I hope you enjoy this as much as I did.

(Also if a tag has it, i will say it so its not spoilers!)

Hisui's icy fangs and arms by The_Akai_Hebi

Status: Ongoing, updated Jan 2025

Silver is our next Skyfaller, and part of an au with Lance as his dad and the makeshift family that comes alongside him. Only, it's hard to trust people fully after a life like his, so being dropped in Hisui? Not the best thing to end an argument with your crush.

skipping stones on the sands of time by spaceyFeline

Status: Ongoing, updated Aug 2022

Steven Stones! Another Champion whom got stuck in Hisui and taken in by the Diamond clan. With an added twist of original characters and both expected and unexpected things that come with being a Hoenn Champion in Old Sinnoh.

Pearls are Stones too, right? by KitkatKK2

Status: Ongoing, updated Sep 2022

Steven Stones again! This time it's a back-and-forth of both Steven and the modern characters in Hoenn pov when Steven disappeared, a short read but no less entertaining.

there's blood on your lies by HopeStoryteller

Status: Ongoing, continuous updates

A Cynthia story plot where Cynthia is the main protag! Its my first Skyfaller story I read and I still love it today, with no regrets, the start of my brain rot and- just read it you'll understand.

Sins of the Past (Self) by CuratorOfFluff

Status: Ongoing, updated Oct 2024

This is a Cynthia-is-Volo fic where Cynthia travels back to save Dawn from her past self when she was still known as Volo. It's cute as fuck (but also guilty immortal so :/ )

Faller Cynthia by solarsnapp

Status: Complete

Cynthia but as a 15-year-old with all the insecurities of a teenager who was hit by life pretty hard. She has a very rocky trip but it gets better! Maybe...

Series: She Cometh and She Returneth

Pledge to Thyself by littlev123

Status: Ongoing, updated Feb 2025

Riley's first encounter with Mew, the guardian of aura itself, had led to him being taken by Arcues to the past. But in a place like Hisui, his aura abilities would not be taken kindly by many.

A letter to my ghost by NellBo_o

Status: Ongoing, updated Apr 2023

Changing it up, it's N from Unova! It's about a younger N (a bit ferial) who found his way to Hisui and is under Ingo's and both clan's care!

The Rifts in Truth by CavernOfDragons

Status: Ongoing, updated Sep 2024

Another N from Unova story where it changes pov's a lot with many characters from modern Unova and Hisui. Featuring N living with a bunch of Hisuian Zoroarks, Ingo gaining some memories, and Emmet taking care of a crying Zoroark who was left behind.

Have you heard this joke before? Two Unovans are sent to Hisui... by ToriiStorii

Status: Complete

Not a fic but a series of fics that complete a whole story of Ingo and Rosa, our Black and White 2 protag, going through their adventures in Hisui together.

Do you Point and Call with those Hands? by OffColorDarkrai

Status: Complete

Technically a Skyfaller au since Elesa is shown to be in Hisui, but it's mostly a fic about Emmet and Ingo being menaces who can speak Pokemon. Go figure.

Birds of a Feather by hallowed-vessels (hatterenehostel)

Status: Complete

Sabi finds a girl who is way too happy hugging a Gible of all things. Iris loves the baby dragons.

Ferality by shuppetry

Status: Ongoing, updated Dec 2024

Emmet, Emmet, Emmet, Emmet, Emmet! Emmet is here and roaming in the Icelands before a duo of Skyfallers goes out to find out the mystery of the lone man in the land of ice.

don't let yourself go hungry now by swiftishere

Status: Complete

A short story about Emmet and the Zoroark who reluctantly agreed to keep him when one of her Zorua's wanted to keep him. Pokemon adoption anyone?

Give Not In To Sorrow by Hare_Brained_Scheme

Status: Complete

Emmet and his Zoroark family! Except, not many people take too kindly to people who share their face in the Icelands, so when Emmet was left to the Pearl Clan to heal from his fall, kindness is not the first thing he will wake up to.

The Fallen Lady and Her Warden by ExtremeExhaustion

Status: Complete???

Emmet is his Lady's Zoroark official (unofficial) Warden who happens to see a new skyfaller who is way too young to be placed in danger at all. Who let this little child out in the wild on her own, Emmet needs names.

The Man behind the Illusion by HHHDontWorryAboutIt

Status: Complete

Part of a series where Emmet is dropped in Hisui to find his brother, but everyone knows of Ingo's encounter with Zoroarks who turns into a man in white paired with a large smile. They are not eager for him to meet his brother.

Series: That's the Newest Warden of the Pearl Clan!

The Warden, The Girl, & The Fox by Elithesia_Autem_Danguarde

Status: Complete

Akari finds a man in the Icelands covered in face paint and fake fur with his Zoroark pack and decides that he is friend shaped. Also, Ingo is dealing with amnesia until he is not.

Warden's Twins by Areherthewarlock

Status: Complete

Volo brought both Ingo and Akira to Hisui, but what no else expected was that he also brought the younger version of the twins, Ingo and Emmt, into Hisui as well. People don't mind them, but the family resemblances may have caused confusion.

Series: Warden's Twins

First Impressions by Oxirito

Status: Complete

Where a young Emmet is thrown in Hisui with the older version of his brother.

Series: Young Emmet in Hisui Au

Devil's Train by IDs_Fantasy

Status: Ongoing, updated Jul 2022

Emmet saw his brother in a space-time distortion, fell from the sky, caused Lucas to have mind-blowing revelations, turned into a child, and threatened Giratina. Not in that order.

Trick or Trap? (You mean Treat?) by Canisleepnow9

Status: Ongoing, updated Jul 2022

Emmet and Ingo both fell at the same time but were found by different people. Emmet was found with an empty train, a few Joltics, and a small Zoura pup whose fur is not one you would find in Hisui.

The Smiling Warden by blank_witch

Status: Ongoing, updated May 2024

Emmet is found alone with the Zoroarks of the Iceland and interacts with the few people who walk into the land of malice and snow.

Welcome to Sinnoh's Temple by Maternal_Macrophage

Status: Complete

Emmet is our protag and the only one to fall from the sky, and though he may be good with Pokemon, there are repercussions from being the only Skyfaller in Hisui. And Hisui is not kind.

Series: Welcome to Snnoh's Temple

Onward and Upward by koidefender

Status: Complete???

Emmet is in the past but not in Hisui as he travels through regions without any memories and picks a whole team of Pokémon along the way.

Reflecting The Same Light by Elithesia_Autem_Danguarde

Status: Ongoing, updated Jan 2025

Emmet found his way into Hisui with his memories but thinks it's best to keep that fact to himself, and was later accepted into the Diamond Clan. But it turns out everyone also thinks it's best to keep the fact a man with his face also fell in Hisui a while ago too.

Through the Fire and Fury, You Will Come Home by ToriiStorii

Status: Complete

Emmet is the one to fall from the sky instead of Ingo, and that changes things when the youngest brother is taken instead of the eldest. Siblings will always protect one another.

I Told You So by Maternal_Macrophage

Status: Ongoing, updated Aug 2023

Emmet fell from the sky before Sabi became a Warden, changing the positions they both held in the clan and their small family of two.

Series: I Told You So

Next Stop: Hisui by CuzReasons

Status: Complet

Emmet found his way to Hisui and was helped by Akira to reunite with his brother. Now its time to find a way to bring Ingo's memories back to him.

Series: Next Stop: Hisui

The Rift That Tears Us Apart by Shinx25

Status: Ongoing, updated Jan 2025

Emmt found himself in Hisui and was told by a tiny child that Ingo is here! Unfortunately, things will never be easy for the brothers to meet.

There was always four skyfallers (Two of them never meant to happen) by The_Embodiment_of_chaot1c_energy

Status: Ongoing, updated Jul 2023

When both sets of twins are skyfallen, just not in the same space.

three of cups by paopuleaf

Status: Ongoing, updated Feb 2022

Emmet is the protag in PLA and it changes things.

Identity Theft by finnshavocado

Status: Complete

The title says it all, no commentary, it's fun.

Authority of the King by Kiwikipedia

Status: Complete

Nanu, the local authority of Alola, is now in Hisui. Well, not for long since this is near the end of the game where Volo reveals his true colors, luckily Nanu got his memories back and will not take Volo's bullshit.

Lost on the road of life by Kayuri (gifted to HopeStoryteller)

Status: Complete

Leon and Hop! Two brother are trapped in Hisui and on their first day in new lands they meet a very, very familiar face.

When Darkness Falls by SilverPurity

Status: Ongoing, updated May 2022

Piers was taken by a rift that appeared during the Eternatus battle, dropped into Hisui with no memory, and left his sister and freinds behind. While Piers is stuck in the past, Marnie is left alone without her brother.

Whispers of a Different Tomorrow by LunaLitten

Status: Ongoing, updated Jun 2023

Arven boy! After the events of Area Zero, his three friends help him journey through time to find his mom again, except there might be an issue of using a time machine that can only travel a human into the past but not back...

The Long Way Home by No_Moon

Status: Complet

Something went wrong on the day our Paldean friend battled the AI Professor, now all four of them are in the past in a land called Hisui.

Anime:

Blast to the Past by MelonSalts, VocicesWithFear

Status: Ongoing, updated Jan 2023

TEAM ROCKET! Or James at least is now in Hisui as our protag who is off to complete the Pokedex because people are scared of Pokemon!? Meanwhile, Jessie has to team up with our anime Unova trio to find her partner in crime back.

Series: Blast to the Past (James in PLA AU)

Manga:

Chapter Hisui by 4thClover

Status: Ongoing, updated Dec 2023

The manga version of Lucas, Diamond from Pokémon Special Adventures, is now trapped in Hisui after a battle gone wrong. While he tries to go through the bizarre ways people view Pokémon (and himself), Platinum and Pearl are struggling after their trio became a pair.

Reversed Skyfallers:

Lost in the city by Bekksasaurus

Status: Ongoing, updated Jan 2024

Irida finds herself lost in a big city with a familiar face helping her up.

Lost, Watward Pearl by MaddyHatty, TheBreklayer

Status: Ongoing, updated Oct 2024

Irida is in present-day Unova and is helped by many descendants of her clan and rival clan to find a way home, but the more time she spends in modern Unova, its becomes hard when she starts to learn about this new time.

girl lost in space by willowsinthenight

Status: Ongoing, updated Dec 2024

Little Irida finds herself lost and alone in a place foreign to her, even when she has no memories. But a kind man adopted her who goes by the name of Ingo.

Times are Changing by AsleepBySeven

Status: Ongoing, updated Sep 2024

After the events of PLA, everything went back to normal. But with when meeting legends you are gifted 'Blessings' by your god. This is a story of how Adaman and Irida found out what was their blessings.

Rei in Nimbasa by PikoBlaster

Status: Ongoing, updated Oct 2024

Rei the assistant of Professor Laventon and not the resident Skyfaller, goes into a space-time distortion and finds himself with two people with matching coats and a city of lights.

Doubled and Halved by Anonyomous

Status: Ongoing, updated Dec 2024

Arvens finds himself in a realm that has no laws of logic with blood on his hands and a fractured memory. He also finds a man in white just like him in this bizarre space of distortion.

When they're home:

How to cope after time travelling... again by AceTrainerRilthi

Status: Complete

Ingo and Dawn find themselves back in the present and after a while, meet each other again. Except the story line for Black and White is just beginning.

Series: How to survive Team Plasma

Getting the Return Ticket Home by mycat

Status: Complete

Ingo finds himself in Area Zero and Arven finds Ingo in one of the most dangerous places in Paldea.

The Performance Princess Becomes a Battle Queen by MysticLanternLight

Status: Ongoing, updated Jan 2025

Ingo and Dawn find their way back to their time but with a twist. It's the Anime version of Dawn.

Drayton's Uncles Ingo and Emmet by HHHDontWorryAboutIt

Status: Complete

Drayton holds a special bond with his Uncles Ingo and Emmet, but he was left behind when one of his Uncles disappeared.

recollection, retrospection, recognition by ApatheticRobots

Status: Complete

Ingo retains his memories, it changes things, makes guilt all the more harder to ignore.

Special Mentions:

In Tandem by yautjan

Status: Ongoing, updated Jul 2022

Arceus meet the twins in a dream to help their chosen child: Ingo to Dawn as Akira and Emmet to Lucas. Both sets of twins travel around the region to stop two doomsday plots all while beckoning a family to their chosen twin.

Freighthopping by Raynavan

Status: Complete

Ingo would sometimes find himself in the small pockets of distortions from time to time, and in those space-time areas he would meet people who know him verrrrrry well.

Wisdom of the Wardens by VsSocialAnxiety

Status: Ongoing, updated Jan 2025

Hisui endded and Sinnoh was named after the last of the ten Wardens died, but the Almighty did not like that one bit. After many years buried in cold soil, all ten Wardens wake up again in Modern Sinnoh.

Uncoupled by FangFury

Status: Complete

The pov of people who first meet the new Warden of the Highlands, Warden Ingo.

Immortality Is Hard On The Mind by entity9silvergen

Status: Complete

Volo is an immortal, and being immortal means your memory isn't the best of things, nor is your mental and emotional state. Sometimes he gets feelings of pokemon, places, and even people. And this Ingo person makes him very happy to see him and talk about trains.

Under Snow is Ice and Rock by oofins_Mcgoofins

Status: Ongoing, updated Aug 2023

A 'Hisuian Snow' Au is about Alec staying with Zoura instead of leaving with his father and the changes that come with it.