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Leadwood Big Game Estate: Bushveld Paradise
Leadwood Big Game Estate, part of the Rietspruit Game Reserve near Hoedspruit, is a rare blend of privacy, wilderness, and authentic safari living. Surrounded by 6,000 hectares of unfenced bushveld, this exclusive estate offers sweeping views of the Drakensberg Mountains, abundant wildlife, and the freedom to live side by side with nature. It’s a true bushveld paradise where every season tells a new story.
Darryl Jago
Sep 4, 20253 min read


A Morning at Little Leadwood: Coffee, A Game Drive, and Zuki the Suzuki
Discover Hoedspruit, South Africa’s best-kept secret in the Greater Kruger. From luxury safari villas in Leadwood Estate to raw wildlife encounters with lions, elephants, and leopards, experience authentic bush living, breathtaking landscapes, and the true magic of the African wilderness.
Darryl Jago
Sep 2, 20253 min read


Hoedspruit Safari Town Essentials: Where We Shop, Eat, and Unwind in Hoedspruit
Discover Hoedspruit’s small-town charm with local cafés, bakeries, and restaurants like Huegah Coffee, La Baguette, and Kalimambo. Stock up on biltong at Fat Frank’s, enjoy fresh produce from Le Bamba, and unwind at Africology Spa or the monthly Hoedspruit Farmers Market. Whether staying in a private safari villa at Leadwood or Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate, this safari town blends authentic bush living with all the essentials for long-term villa rentals or a private getaway.
Darryl Jago
Aug 27, 20253 min read


Is Hoedspruit South Africa's Best-Kept Secret?
Discover Hoedspruit, South Africa’s best-kept secret in the Greater Kruger. From luxury safari villas in Leadwood Estate to raw wildlife encounters with lions, elephants, and leopards, experience authentic bush living, breathtaking landscapes, and the true magic of the African wilderness.
Darryl Jago
Aug 22, 20252 min read
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