Marakele National Park | Tlopi Camp

Byron takes you on a first time self-drive safari to Marakele National Park, South Africa, where we encounter some of Africa's most loved wildlife including elephants, white rhinos and much more. Tracking a pride of lions becomes the challenge with some life lessons and an incredible sunset along the way.
Website & Wildlife Prints: wildwildjourneys.com/
Marakele National Park: www.sanparks.org/parks/marakele/
Camera & Mic Equipment (not sponsored):
Canon R6
Canon 70-200mm f/2.8 III
Canon 100-500mm RF
iPhone 11
Rhode VideoMic Go II
DJI Action 3
DJI Wireless Microphones

[@abaars7576]

You made my day! Beautiful filmed and I like the way you describe your personal journey. Can’t wait to visit this place in 3 weeks. Greets, Andre from the Netherlands.

[@WildWildJourneys]

Thank you so much, Andre I’m glad you enjoyed it! Wishing you a great trip in 3 weeks

[@johannvanschalkwyk2141]

It is special… we love to go there….magic is all over the place…

[@WildWildJourneys]

Agreed. Can’t believe I waited so long to visit. Will be a regular visitor from now!

[@WildWildJourneys]

Agreed. Can’t believe I waited so long to visit. Will be a regular visitor from now!

[@christiaangriesel8486]

Once again absolutely awesome A lot of people get negative when not finding the big cats, me included😂 But your positive outlook really is something to look up to and should be implemented by a lot more people on safari Looking forward to the next episode

[@WildWildJourneys]

Hey Christiaan, thanks so much! I know what you mean, it still happens to me sometimes but working on it 😂 thanks for watching man 🙏🏼

[@laliedutoit]

Never seen a more beautiful video of the nature and the Kruger National Park. You are a Professional and should do this full-time. Thank You! Maybe you already do it full-time, the quality sure suggests it.

[@WildWildJourneys]

Wow, thanks so much Lalie! I’m glad you enjoyed it. Just started with this all a few months ago and trying my best to make it a full time passion now. Appreciate you watching and commenting 🙏🏼

[@michaelflinn7784]

This is my first time watching your channel and wow, I really enjoyed your journey through Marekele. I haven't been but definitely going to go now. Thanks man.

[@WildWildJourneys]

Thanks Michael, that’s a great compliment and I’m glad you enjoyed. Thanks for watching and I’m sure you’ll love it there at Marakele

[@raikkrotofil]

Hey, I will tell you, that I love your films. You are a very good storyteller. I like the kind, how you talk about the wildlife and what it makes with you. You are not on the run for crazy strorys and follower. The funny thing is, that i was in the same Fish Eagle Tent in Tlopi one year before. I´m also an photographer an videographer. I´m based here in Germany is feel me back in the bush, when i see you footage. Btw footage, witch lens an camer do you shoot? I bought now a R6 a a EF 100-400 L II for my upcoming adventure in Juni in Mapungubwe an Tuli. Stay tuned, you got a subscribe. Raik

[@WildWildJourneys]

Thank you very much Raik, I appreciate the kind words. That’s a very cool coincidence, I really enjoyed my time there. I’m also shooting with the R6 and I switch between the 70-200 f2.8 III and the 100-500 RF. I love the setup, I’m sure you will enjoy the R6 as well. Just recently been to Mapungubwe, I hope you have a great time there 💯 Thanks again Byron

[@joejames4231]

What a great episode Byron……definitely looks like a place to put on our list. 👍

[@WildWildJourneys]

Thanks Joe! I really recommend a visit, it’s beautiful 👌🏼

[@TheSafariExpert]

Another awesome episode, Byron 💪🏻😎

[@WildWildJourneys]

Thanks so much, Villiers! 🙏🏼

[@johannvanschalkwyk2141]

You are very very lucky to have heard hyena... We have been going there more than 20 years and have never heard it…:)

[@WildWildJourneys]

Wow, that puts it into perspective! Thanks for letting me know, I feel super lucky 🙌🏼

[@berylhiestermann206]

Just awesome , looks like great place to visit beautifully baron now but can imagine in summer ❤

[@WildWildJourneys]

It really isn’t spoken about often enough I think, it’s definitely a special place 💯 thanks for watching, Beryl!

[@j.backpacker9598]

I found your channel recently and have liked watching your adventures. I just came back from safari in Kenya and I’ve enjoyed seeing new locations to find wildlife.

[@WildWildJourneys]

Hi Jack, I’m glad you’ve enjoyed the adventures! Kenya must’ve been great, it’s a dream of mine to go sometime soon 🤞🏼

[@superman_za]

Whoo taking us on another digital journey out of the city 🎉❤

[@WildWildJourneys]

Ooh yes even a digital journey out the city is well needed every now and then 😄

[@VTravelEWU]

Fantastic filming. enjoyed every frame of it.. All the best with your future videos. hope you will have million subs sooner.. Thanks 😍🤩

[@WildWildJourneys]

Wow, thanks so much for the amazing compliment! I’m really glad you enjoyed it and thanks for watching 🙏🏼

[@jennaholten3009]

So enjoying these episodes! Very well done 💫😎

[@WildWildJourneys]

Thanks Sis! 👊🏼😁

[@clintCGC]

Thank you again Byron for a great video. It has helped me plan my trip to Marakele after Mapungubwe in May 2024... Just a question; Did you develop your logo from the screenshot at 9;17 minutes...?😜

[@WildWildJourneys]

Thanks Clint, both are places that I can’t believe I waited so long to visit properly. So underrated! That was absolutely the inspiration - perfect balance there 😂 ⚖️

[@garethhazell3545]

I thoroughly enjoyed your video! Very well presented, keep it up! I also noticed your cell phone holder and am in the market for a new one, what brand is it?

[@WildWildJourneys]

Thank you Gareth! I honestly can’t remember what brand it is and nothing online looks familiar as it’s a few years old now…

[@Togos_Lyrics]

I've never been there before but it looks so amazing! (Thanks for the amazing video!) Im glad to see there are still people enjoying nature😊

[@WildWildJourneys]

Thanks so much for watching, Togo! Glad you enjoyed 🙌🏼