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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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Brazil – Wildlife of the Pantanal Led by Dale Morris

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I have just returned from a month-long set of back-to-back tours in Brazil’s enchanting and wild Pantanal region. It’s one of my all-time favorite destinations, mostly because I have a certain confidence that my guests are likely to have their expectations, not only realized, but exceeded by a pretty large margin. Nothing, of course, in … Read more

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Brazil – Wildlife of the Pantanal Led by Marius Coetzee

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There’s a moment when the Pantanal unfurls before you—the mirrored expanse of wetlands, the shimmering river channels, the chorus of birdcalls and rustling marshes. On this recent ORYX Photo Tour led by Marius Coetzee, that moment blossomed into countless others, each more spellbinding than the last. Into the World’s Greatest Wetland The journey began in ... 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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Into the Shadows: Photographing Giza Mrembu with Penny Robartes

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In the rugged wilderness of Laikipia, Kenya, my recent photographic safari took place where my guests and I were seeking a masterpiece painted in starlight and shadow. As a professional photo tour leader who has guided wildlife photography tours for over a decade, I can say with certainty that few experiences rival the raw magnetism ... Read more
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Discovering the Enigmatic Black Leopard

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In the heart of Kenya's wilderness, amidst the breathtaking landscapes of Laikipia, lies a rare and elusive creature—the black leopard. Joining three adventurous photographers, I, ORYX Photo Tour Leader Daniel Bailey, embarked on a journey to capture the essence of this magnificent feline during our Kenya Black Leopard Photo Tour. A Journey of Discovery Begins ... Read more
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Black Leopard Photo Safari with Wildlife Photographer, Penny Robartes

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Giza Mrembu; a Beautiful Darkness. A truly apt name for a melanistic Leopard whom has captured the attention and dreams of wildlife photographers and naturalists around the globe. As a professional wildlife photographer and international photographic tour leader, I was inexplicably drawn to this cat whose behaviour is as interesting as her aesthetics, from a ... Read more
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The Endless Plains of The Maasai Mara to the Enchanting Green Amboseli with Daniel Bailey

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Embarking on a safari journey through Kenya is a dream for many, and our recent adventure was nothing short of spectacular. Join us as we recount our unforgettable experience, which took us through the vast wilderness of the Maasai Mara and the enchanting landscapes of Amboseli. Day 1-3: Kicheche Olare Bush Camp Our adventure began ... Read more
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Private Kenya and Botswana Photo Safari with Penny Robartes

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Part 1: Laikipia Wilderness, Kenya In July 2023, I joined 3 repeat private safari guests on a photo tour that was pretty wild and mesmerizing. While these ladies are a lover of nature and its wildlife, they are fans of African felines and so I out together a photo tour that would take them on ... Read more
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Black Leopard Photo Tour with Charlotte Arthun

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Seeing a black leopard in the wild is a profound experience. This is why heading on safari to Laikipia in search of the black leopard has a unique excitement and anticipation compared to other safaris. The stakes are high when the success of our tour hinges on seeing one exceptionally rare animal. Thankfully, in recent ... Read more
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