Thought Piece: The Impala Rutt
The first full moon at the end of March, or beginning of April, signals the beginning of “the rutt”. This is the time of year where, as the days get shorter and the nights get longer, impala rams’ testosterone levels skyrocket and the fight for territory and dominance over female herds begins
From the Dunes to the Delta
The moment you first glimpse the raw beauty of Africa, when your eyes drink in the magnificence and you smell the air, touch the earth, and feel the land breathing all around you, you're transported. The subtleties of life engulf you and the mesmerising effect of silence, away from a city, gives way to previously unheard natural noise . It is at this exact moment that a feeling of intoxicating proportion emerges, it is only now that you know you
The Year in Review
As we look back on 2018 and all the wonderful places we have visited and people we have met, we can proudly say that this has been Safari Architects' most rewarding year yet. The team visited over a dozen Southern and East African countries, highlights which speak volumes about the many happy stories and memories created. We have been truly humbled and are very proud of the fantastic feedback we received from so many overjoyed and fulfilled clients that spent
50 Moments of 2018
It's finally the time of the year to reflect on the incredible experiences we have had with you, our guests. Life-changing moments, breathtaking sightings, luxurious lodges, incredible people and all round truly wonderful adventures to be remembered forever. So without further ado, here are our Top 50 moments of 2018. We hope that some either take you back to a personal moment, excite you for a future adventure, ignite your emotions or entice you to plan your own unique safari
The Luster & Luxury of Londolozi
Londolozi Private Game Reserve is unrivalled in terms of it's cultural heritage, luxurious atmosphere and incredible saturation of wildlife. It is arguably the best place for viewing game in the whole of the Sabi Sand Game Reserve, hence why so many of our guests wish to experience it. We, at Safari Architects, have been extremely fortunate to spend many days over a long period exploring all of the splendour Londolozi has to offer. The Lloyd and Gale families were our most
Top 25 Images From The Third Quarter of 2018
Selecting the top 25 images of every quarter is always such a tough task. There are so many memories and experiences from each safari, so how do we pic? We think the best idea is to let each guide decide what photographs bring back the best memories and that capture the moment and the essence of the safari they are leading. This allows some freedom of expression and shows unique styles of each person as well as the mood of
The Boys on Safari
A meandering, life-filled body of water makes its way annually from the Angolan highlands towards an oasis in the middle of the Kalahari Desert, known to us as the Okavango Delta. The formation of this unique phenomenon is extremely well documented. Research papers that span back decades as well as ongoing current research ensures we have as much knowledge of this occurrence as possible, allowing us to protect it for many years to come. Visiting the Okavango Delta has to be right on the
A Family Adventure Through Africa
I strongly believe that there are few destinations in the world that can rival Africa. By immersing yourself in the world's natural playground, there is always something for everyone to look forward to! When just a few highlights of our next Safari Architects trip included dancing on the banks of the delta at a drinks stop, watching a cheetah with cubs hunt an impala, helicopter flips over the waterways, peacefully exploring the delta by boat, archery competitions alongside elephants and seeing
A Safari Around the Sun
"The only man I envy, is the man who has not yet been to Africa - for he has so much to look forward to
Top 25 images from the 2nd quarter of 2018
Taking an image, freezing a moment, reveals how rich reality truly is. - Anonymous At Safari Architects, we are in a very fortunate position as guides to be able to host our guests on journeys to some of the most beautiful places Africa has to offer. As all of our guests will know, we are extremely passionate about these ecosystems, the animals within them and about photographing them, both for our pleasure and for our clients. As a tribute, we are very