Busanga Bush Camp is at the end of its 2012 season and we must say that the month of October has been a very exciting one. Weather wise, we have had some rains on certain days, causing the heat to cool off a little - just enough for a comfortable afternoon siesta, followed by an action packed game drive in the afternoon.

As we edge closer to the rainy season, the environment has started to bloom with a myriad of new life and vibrant colour.

The month of October has just been amazing and breathe taking. Our guests have had some great lion sightings both up the fig trees and on ground and on one occasion, the lions were also spotted killing a puku?a very dramatic sighting. Two new additions were added to the Busanga Pride this month, as one of the females gave birth. We were treated to some great sightings of these tiny fluff balls as the mother was very relaxed in the presence of the vehicles.

Wild dogs have also made a sterling appearance this month. As always, witnessing these special predators is always a favourite amongst our guest and is truly a special encounter not to be forgotten.

Trebling the predator offerings this month, we witnessed a leopard hunt and kill an impala. Cheetah and serval were also seen this month.

General game viewing was fantastic as we had no stop action and activity all over the plains. Some of the species which we encountered were roan, kudu, red lechwe, oribi and sable.

Birding this month has been phenomenal as our guests had the opportunity to see many beautiful Busanga birds, especially since the summer migrants have arrived. Some of the interesting birds which we ticked off the list were: pallid harrier, Wahlberg's eagle, great-white pelican, Caspian plover, lesser-grey shrike, red-backed shrike and lesser kestrel but to mention a few.

Managers: Cynthia. N. Kazembe

Guide: Isaac Kalio