A Safari of True Contrast
For a first time safari traveller, many thoughts, emotions and questions run through your mind. The questions will usually be unanswered or only vaguely understood. You may have some preconceived ideas of the things you might see or the type of experience you are likely to have, however, this is rarely the case. The element of the unknown is usually the best part of the journey. To a traveller armed with an open mind, any encounter will be embraced with
Birthday Bliss in Botswana
The time it takes our unique and life-sustaining planet to circumnavigate the sun is known as a year. Therefore, when we turn one year older, we have been on a celestial journey that spans 365 days. When we look at it from this perspective, one should certainly cherish the opportunity to be able to spend each day celebrating life on earth. Hence, when your birthday comes around, marking another year on our beautiful planet, it is most definitely a time
Introducing Matt Murray
Safari Architects is proud of its association with like minded, passionate, knowledgeable and experienced private guides that host you on your safari experiences throughout Africa. An integral part of this, is acting as a conduit between what Africa is showing you in terms of its wildlife, people and local guides on the ground, that ultimately culminate in experiences that will last forever in your memories. The opportunities for these life changing moments are sometimes hard to see; but under the
Top 25 images from the first quarter of 2018
For us, there is no better way to share our experiences than through the imagery we are fortunate enough to capture whilst on safari with our guests. Our goal is to portray an experience that resembles the moment, as closely as we can. If you shared any of these moments with us, we hope they bring back some of the fondest memories. If you did not, then we hope they encourage you to investigate joining us on a safari soon!
Mombo magic and the new Qorokwe camp
With every new safari experience, we grow and learn. In the strange new world that we live in with some interesting times ahead, it is a privilege to be to explore what's left of the our magnificent natural world. The wildlife and the incredible locations that we visit will hopefully keep on surviving in their unique way, day after day, year after year. They must thrive and be free to live natural lives. As safari operators, we contribute to this
The year in review
It's December and time to reflect upon the most successful year Safari Architects has had since its inception. 2017 has been a fulfilling year on all fronts – we’ve had fantastic guest feedback on some great safaris, increased our staff complement, been humbled by the incredible work done in conservation efforts and had lots of fun in between. Our travels took us to no less than 11 African countries where we encountered some unforgettable sightings, the highlights of which speak for themselves. 2018 is going
50 Moments from 2017
2017 has been one of our most productive years at Safari Architects. We have travelled across the African continent and have provided lasting experiences for all of the guests who chose to travel with us. From the Cape to the Sabi Sands and the Timbavati. The Kalahari, the Namib and the Skeleton Coast. We have ventured over the swamps of the Okavango Delta and along the spillway of the Selinda. On foot with Elephants in Zimbabwe, chasing wild dogs in the
The finer things…
The finer things that can be appreciated at luxury safari lodges is a facet of our business that adds to the complete picture of what we do. Wildlife viewing and the game experience is what brings us to Africa and the reserves, but once we are there we realise there is so much more. We take you through our thoughts on how we feel this adds to the overall experience. Immaculate spaces Waking up and falling asleep at your lodge should be
Africa is a feeling
There is a first time for everything. Some of these firsts are lessons, some are experiences that have the ability to change something inside of you. The way you see the simplicity of life and its beauty. Some experiences leave you in awe, without words. And some you didn’t even know you needed, but nevertheless, they affect you in a special way. To travel to Africa for the first time, has to be one of the most inspiring experiences one can
A photographic journal of Mana Pools
The magic of Mana Pools is something that has been documented on many occasions. By the seasoned traveller, the professional photographer, a bush loving family and the intrepid explorer. Each time I read about this place, I am able to relive my memories of Mana. It is easy to reminisce of the colours of the forest, the blue haze that is now known so well. Each image I see from Mana Pools takes me right back into the moments where I