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28/05/2026

Discover LongHill Lodge & Reserve — And Save When You Book Through Us

As a tour company, we love showcasing the incredible lodges, reserves, and hidden gems we partner with across South Africa. Even better, when guests book through Blu-Pebbles Tours, they can often enjoy exclusive rates and added value on selected stays and safari experiences.

LongHill Lodge & Reserve is one such gem. From luxury glamping and unforgettable game drives to exceptional food, warm hospitality, and remarkable wildlife encounters, it offers a safari experience that goes beyond the ordinary.

One moment we’ll never forget? Watching cheetahs hunt right in front of us. An incredible reminder of why the Greater Addo region is one of South Africa’s most rewarding safari destinations.

Want to know why LongHill earned a five-star stamp of approval from Blu-Pebbles Tours?

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Planning your own Greater Addo safari, Eastern Cape getaway, or South African wildlife adventure?

Contact us directly for special booking rates on selected accommodation, safari experiences, tours, and travel packages throughout the region.

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Welcome to the Blu-Pebbles Tours South African Travel Blog, where we share stories from the road, reflections from the guiding seat, and handpicked stays and experiences that showcase the heart of South Africa.

24/05/2026

Come one and all... Perfect way to spend the weekend. Algoa Bay Whale Festival

19/05/2026

There’s a moment during this safari when the dominant bull elephant quietly turns around and reminds everyone exactly who is in charge.

No aggression. No chaos. Just pure presence.

Our ranger calmly reversed the vehicle out of the bull's path as the incredible bull moved through the thickets of Addo with complete confidence. Moments like these are impossible to fully explain unless you’ve experienced them yourself.

One of the many reasons safaris in the Greater Addo region are so unforgettable.

🎥 Watch the full encounter here: https://youtu.be/NzSxC_nWVsk

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Planning your own Greater Addo getaway? Contact us directly for special booking rates on selected stays and safari experiences in the region.

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There are safari sightings… and then there are moments that remind you exactly who is in charge out there.During a recent game drive at Longhill Lodge and Re...

17/05/2026

An unforgettable journey through the wild beauty, ancient history, and shifting sands of the Alexandria Dune Fields.

14/05/2026

Endless white dunes, wild coastal beauty, and an adventure like no other…

Come explore the breathtaking Alexandria Dune Fields with Bay Safaris and experience one of the Eastern Cape’s hidden gems for yourself. ✨

12/05/2026

Expect the unexpected… that’s probably the best way to describe our recent stay at Longhill Lodge and Reserve near Addo Elephant National Park in the Eastern Cape.

From the moment we arrived, there was this sense of slowing down. No rush, no noise, just open landscapes, fresh air, and the feeling of being surrounded by nature.

We stayed in the Mavericks Luxury Tents, beautifully designed safari-style tents that blend rustic charm with modern comfort. Tucked amongst Addo’s famous valley bushveld thickets, it genuinely felt like we were immersed in the wilderness while still enjoying a few luxuries along the way.

More than once, we found ourselves simply sitting quietly on the deck, coffee in hand, listening to the sounds of the bush around us as the colours of the Eastern Cape sky slowly changed with sunrise and sunset.

One moment that will always stay with me is watching the full moon rise over the Zuurberg Mountains. I ended the evening relaxing in a wood-fired hot tub, enjoying a glass of wine beneath a sky full of stars. Simple moments like these are often the ones you remember most.

The experience was made even more memorable with an incredible bush boma lunch, dinner, breakfast and an unforgettable safari exploring this beautiful part of the Greater Addo region.

Places like this remind you that travel does not always have to be rushed. Sometimes it is simply about reconnecting with nature, slowing down, and appreciating where you are.

We’ll be sharing more from our Longhill Reserve experience soon.

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05/05/2026

When the crowds leave, the real experience begins.

05/05/2026

It’s that time of year again. The crowds begin to drift away, like swallows heading for warmer climes, and what’s left is something rather special.

Autumn and winter in the Addo Elephant National Park offer a quieter, more intimate side of the experience. With fewer vehicles on the roads and a slower pace in the park, time in nature feels more personal and more connected.

The Eastern Cape truly comes into its own during these cooler months. Mild temperatures make for comfortable days outdoors, and wildlife sightings often become more rewarding as animals are more active.

In collaboration with our travel partners, we recently hosted our German guests on a full-day experience in the park, complete with a traditional South African braai.

It’s also a time when travel becomes more accessible. With it being off-peak season, there are fewer queues, less traffic, and accommodation often offers more favourable rates.

Sometimes, the best time to explore isn’t when everyone else is. It’s when the landscape has a little more space to breathe.

Discover. Explore. Remember.
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30/04/2026

Winter’s herald—autumn—made sure we felt her presence as I joined our guests for a sunset game drive at Nyosi Wildlife Reserve a few days ago. There was a definite chill in the air, a quiet reminder that winter is on its way.

But as always, nature had other plans.

What could have been a cold evening quickly turned into one filled with warm, unforgettable encounters with the reserve’s wildlife.

The highlight was undoubtedly meeting Nkanyiso, the queen of Nyosi, a once-captive cheetah with a powerful story of resilience and survival against the odds.

Although unsuccessful in this particular hunt, we had the rare privilege of following her at sunset as she stalked a pack of ostriches, focused, patient, and completely in her element.

Moments like these remind you that it’s not always about the outcome, but the experience of witnessing nature unfold, just as it should.

Discover. Explore. Remember.
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28/04/2026

Final Chapter…

What started as two days exploring Tsitsikamma with our guests from Brazil 🇧🇷🌿 turned into something more, a three-day journey through the Eastern Cape, filled with contrast, connection, and discovery.

We began along the Garden Route, where forests, rivers, and adventure set the tone. From quad biking through the Tsitsikamma landscape to kayaking and lilo adventures up the Storms River, it was a celebration of nature in its most immersive form.

But every journey has layers.

Along the way, we spent time in Nelson Mandela Bay, exploring parts of the inner city. Visiting places like the Donkin Reserve, Fort Frederick, and the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium offered insight into the region’s rich heritage and identity.

It also opened the door to honest conversation about the contrasts that exist within our cities, and how travel is not only about what we see, but how we experience a place in its entirety.

And then, the final chapter.

We made our way to Addo Elephant National Park for an afternoon safari, bringing the journey to a close in the presence of Africa’s largest land mammal.

For our guests, it was their first time this close to elephants. A quiet, humbling moment that needs no words. And alongside these giants, even Addo’s smallest resident, the flightless dung beetle, played its part in reminding us that nature’s story is told in both the grand and the subtle.

From adrenaline to stillness.
From coast to city to bush.

This journey wasn’t just about places—it was about perspective.

As a guide, there’s a deep sense of fulfilment in witnessing these moments. The laughter, the curiosity, the silence… and that genuine connection when it all comes together.

It’s a reminder that no two journeys are ever the same, and why this never gets old.

Discover. Explore. Remember.
With Blu-Pebbles Tours — your gateway to authentic Eastern Cape experiences.

🚐 Travel with heart
🌍 Journey with us
📲 Get in touch and let’s begin your next adventure
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