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Botswana – The Lions Of Mokete, Mababe Depression

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There are few places left in Africa that still feel genuinely undiscovered. The Mababe Depression is one of them.   This October, I hosted a private photographic safari deep in Botswana’s wild heart, basing ourselves at the brand-new Wilderness Mokete—a camp positioned where marshland fades into open arid plains, where the Okavango breathes its last before ... Read more
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MalaMala & Londolozi Private Game Reserves with Penny Robartes

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South Africa’s Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve has long since been on the top of the list for luxury safari-goers and wildlife photographers looking to experience some of Africa’s most sough-after wildlife under intimate and superlative conditions, whilst been offered some of the highest guiding and guest experiences in Africa.    My guest and I ... Read more
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“The Mababe Kingdom” by ORYX Guest Jenny Brown

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They say it's about buffalo and lions, but really, it is so much more.    The Mababe Depression (which I have taken the liberty of renaming 'The Mababe Kingdom') is a place of rhythms and patterns. It's a record of times gone by and a vision of times to come. This wild space, though not ... Read more
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Zambia – Lower Zambezi National Park with Penny Robartes

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Wow, has it been a year! A fantastic year of leading repeat and new guests to some of the worlds most inspiring wildlife destinations. From the jungles of Rwanda as my guests and I trained our cameras and hearts towards the the magnificent Mountain Gorilla - one of the most holistic wildlife experiences I have ... Read more
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Zambia – Lower Zambezi Family Safari with Daniel Bailey

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Lower Zambezi Family Safari 2 – 7 August 2025 On the 2nd of August, I met my guests at OR Tambo International Airport. A delay on their international flight had us racing through a whirlwind of security lines and check-in counters, boarding the flight to Lusaka in the final moments. And just like that, our ... Read more
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Sabi Sands Photo Tour – With Penny Robartes

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I have just concluded what can only be described as a hugely successful, deeply experiential wildlife photo tour to the Sabi Sands. My Sabi Sands - The Big 5 Photo Tour began on the 15th July, and for the following 5 nights, my guest and I were treated to beautiful and intimate wildlife experiences and ... Read more
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The Best of Mashatu and MalaMala Game Reserves with Penny Robartes

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The Leopard’s Domain Welcome to a wildlife photo safari itinerary that should become your next journey: Mashatu Game Reserve and MalaMala Game Reserve. This is an itinerary that will get Leopard lovers, Big 5 lovers, predator lovers, and just your general wildlife & wildlife photography lovers enthralled! Two destinations that are so visually stark in ... Read more
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Marius Coetzee’s Exclusive Botswana Safari: Scouting Great Plains – Okavango Explorers & Zarafa and Wilderness Destinations – Mombo & Mokete

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Marius Coetzee’s recent scouting trip to Botswana led him through some of the most exclusive and breathtaking properties in Africa. As he explored Great Plains' Okavango Explorers & Zarafa and Wilderness Destinations’ Mombo & Mokete, Marius discovered not just incredible wildlife sightings, but also the exceptional offerings each camp has for photographers and travelers alike. ... Read more
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Leopards of MalaMala Game Reserve, with Penny Robartes

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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 first ... Read more
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Green Season – Private MalaMala Photo Tour with Daniel Bailey

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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 years, we’ve ... Read more
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