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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]When I hear the name MalaMala, I instantly feel my senses become heightened. My hearts beats harder, my body is poised and ready. MalaMala Private Game Reserve in the Sabi Sands truly is a place where the words “magic,” “leopards,” “the Big 5,” “beautiful scenery,” “amazing wildlife photography and experiences” all fight for … Read more
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] The first safari of the year always carries a sense of excitement and anticipation. This year, I embarked on my journey with a cherished guest and close friend to MalaMala Game Reserve—a place that holds deep personal significance. It was here that our friendship began, as well as my guiding career. Over the … Read more
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] A Private Tigers & Mountain Gorillas Photo Tour, Part 1 On the 21 February 2025, my repeat guests and I would embark on a photographic exploration and experience covering two endangered species; one critically so, and both as large as life. From the 21 February to the 2 March 2025, we … Read more
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] In July 2024, sitting at a table under the night sky in Botswana, my guests and I were discussing new destinations that they wanted me to suggest for them. They were looking for something very different, a wildlife experience that perhaps they haven’t yet had. This was our second private photo tour together, … Read more
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] MalaMala Game Reserve is a sought-after destination for all wildlife and nature photography enthusiasts. The variety and density of wildlife, combined with the habituated manner of many of the local animals, allow ample time to be spent with our photographic subjects. [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”51916″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] With the passing of winter and the end of … Read more
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] MalaMala Photo Safari with three guests and ORYX Leader Daniel Bailey. It was a seven-day safari to the iconic MalaMala Game Reserve, sandwiched between the Sabi Sands Wildtuin and the Greater Kruger National Park. It was great to host my guests for a photographic safari to a place I love and used to call home, … Read more
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]I recently completed a private photo safari with a repeat client. While both small group and private phot tours each have their own merits, the beauty with my guest embarking on private photo tour with me was that we could work on her specific goals and interests for the duration of our time together. … Read more
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In 2023, I lead a private photo safari to MalaMala Game Reserve for my two guests who had yet to go on a safari to South Africa. I was extremely excited for this tour, especially as my guests are Leopard and Elephant lovers, and Leopard sightings and experiences at MalaMala are well-known for being some … Read more
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Imagine embarking on a journey to one of the most remote and breathtaking corners of Southern Africa, where the endless dunes of red sand meet the vast sky, and every sunrise brings the promise of adventure. [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”50952″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”50949″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] This is the essence of a private photo safari to Motse … Read more
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Embarking on a safari adventure is always a thrill, but when it’s to South Africa’s renowned MalaMala Game Reserve and Tengile River Lodge, it becomes an unforgettable journey into the heart of the wild. [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”50305″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Welcome to the wild heart of South Africa, where every corner holds the promise of adventure … Read more
