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
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 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
The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust
In 1977 The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust was founded by Dame Daphne Sheldrick, in honour of her late husand, David Sheldrick, the founding warden of Tsavo East National Park. Today, the Trust is the most successful “orphan-elephant rescue and rehabilitation program in the world and one of the pioneering conservation organisations for wildlife and habitat protection in East Africa.” There mission statement: The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust embraces all measures that complement the conservation, preservation and protection of wildlife. These include anti-poaching, safe guarding the
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
The Super Mom of the Kalahari
When we read books about lions, books that have taken months and years to compile using research painstakingly conducted over generations, we still don’t often come across stories about these incredible beasts like the one I am going to describe here. When we read about lions, we are told that on average they will give birth to approximately 2-4 litters and seldom more than that. A healthy lioness in the prime of her life, will usually have around 4 cubs in
25 Images Of Africa 2017
It has been an amazing start to the year so far. The first quarter is now behind us, and to showcase some of our safari highlights, we have put together our best images from Africa 2017. A compilation of experiences we have together with our guests on safari. We have travelled between the Sabi Sands, the Timbavati, Northern KZN, southern Kalahari, the Okavango Delta and the Linyanti. We are often spoilt by incredible scenes whilst on safari, and we certainly do
The Leopard and the Genet
"When was the last time you saw a Leopard?" When trying to start this story, I battled for an opening line. One that would entice you the reader, to read more. I put many ideas down, but none, I feel, worked as well as the one here: "When was the last time you saw a leopard?" The reason this line captivated me so much, is because I imagine there are many people out there, possibly even reading this story, who have
Photographic Accolades
2016 has been a wonderful year filled with some amazing moments and opportunities. We at Safari Architects, have travelled extensively around the African continent; and on each trip endeavoured to capture the essence of various wildlife encounters through our images. Our goal is to capture moments we experience with our guests so we can all relive these incredible memories in the future. With luck and a keen eye for interesting and dynamic scenes, opportunities are presented which can earn the photographer
Forests, Freedom, Friendships… and a Wedding
To arrive at a place, walk in the door and be at a loss for words, is not something one experiences many times in life. I had a moment like this recently on a team getaway to The Outpost Lodge in the Northern reaches of the Kruger National Park. Walking into my room at the lodge, a contemporary, wide open space with the most incredible view, made me hold my breath. And just for a second, it felt like I was