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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]From the 20th to 16th February 2022, I led a private photo tour for a family of four to two iconic & private wildlife areas in Kenya’s Masa Mara; the Mara North Conservancy & Naibosho Conservancy. The Conservancies surrounding the Reserve are by far my preferred areas of choice for photo safaris when guests are … Read more
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]Excitement was running high and was almost tangible as one by one, my guests came to sit at my table at a cafe that I mentioned I would be waiting at in OR Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg. Why were we here? Well, why wouldn’t we be? We were soon to board our flight from Johannesburg … Read more
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]Uganda is dubbed the Pearl of Africa and with good reason. You don’t need to spend more than a few hours traveling through the countryside to be awed by the country’s beautiful lush landscapes. Life abounds at every turn. For this reason, Uganda is one of the most extraordinary and unique photo safari destinations in … Read more
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]Welcome to the season in the Masai Mara that is full of life and colour, dramatic afternoon skies containing pending short rainfall, and of course, the highlight to our Kenya safari: predators having to work hard for their meals! From around July to October, migrating herds of Wildebeest & Zebra can generally be found on … Read more
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]In the heart of the Greater Kruger National Park lying on the boundary of the Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve and the world-famous Kruger National Park, you will find 13,200 hectares (33,000 acres) of some of Africa’s most prime wildlife real estate. MalaMala Game Reserve is one of the largest game reserves in Southern Africa, … Read more
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]As the safari industry fast approaches its high season on the African continent, the ORYX team continues to work hard and in a dedicated fashion with guests and service providers on our upcoming private and scheduled photographic tours. The East African countries of Kenya, Tanzania and Rwanda are some of our most-loved and desired … Read more
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]With only an estimated 40 pairs of Blue Swallows left in South Africa and only 1000 pairs worldwide (possibly less), these birds need our help and support. This conservation story takes you on a journey to Roseland Nature Reserve; one of the last remaining, active breeding sites in South Africa for these exquisite Swallows. The … Read more
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]“Conservation is humanity caring for the future.” In January 2021 ORYX photo tour leader Marius Coetzee was granted special permission and the amazing opportunity to visit the Zululand Rhino Orphanage, where he spent some time with the wildlife residents and the people who selflessly care for them. The orphanage falls under the Zululand Conservation Trust, … Read more
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]With current state the world finds itself in, “me time” has extended way past its expiration date. You see, I’m an extrovert, meaning I thrive on interactions with people. The words “social distancing” has never even been a part of my vocabulary but unfortunately it has become my reality and will sadly stay that way … Read more
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] “The time to visit Kenya, and fall in love for the first time, or again, with Africa’s most celebrated safari destination, is undoubtedly NOW.” – Marius Coetzee [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] I would firstly like to wish all our ORYX guests, supporters and friends a belated Happy New Year, may 2021 be a productive, rewarding year for … Read more
