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MalaMala & Londolozi Private Game Reserves with Penny Robartes

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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Chasing Giants – A Dream Fulfilled in Amboseli

After several safaris and many hopeful attempts, I finally stood before Craig, Amboseli’s legendary big tusker. The moment was surreal — years of anticipation condensed into one breathtaking encounter on the shimmering dry lakebed, completely alone with this gentle giant.   Our journey through Kenya was intense, rewarding, and perfectly orchestrated. Under the expert guidance ... Read more
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Botswana’s Premiere Wildlife Photography Destinations with Penny Robartes

I have just concluded what can only be described as a hugely successful,wildlife photo tour to the Botswana's Chitabe Camp in the exquisite wildlife-rich Okavango Delta, and Mashatu Game Reserve which is intself, a land of contrasts. My repeat guests' Private Botswana - Chitabe & Masdhatu Photo Tour began on the 23th July, and for ... Read more
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Sabi Sands Photo Tour – With Penny Robartes

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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Mashatu Photo Tour with Penny Robartes

As I sit overlooking a waterhole at the conclusion of another extraordinary Mashatu Hides & Predators Photo Tour, I reflect once again why this remarkable corner of Botswana holds such a special place in my heart—and why it continues to be the perfect setting for serious wildlife photography. Mashatu Game Reserve embodies the essence of ... Read more
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Namibia – Desert Landscapes & Wildlife Photo Tour with Dale Morris

My ORYX tours tend to have a wide range of photographic subjects. After all, variety is the spice of life, right? But this year’s Namibia tour surpassed all my previous ORYX trips in that regard.   My guests and I went from training our camera lenses on dead desert trees and nocturnal desert spiders, to ... Read more
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The Best of Mashatu and MalaMala Game Reserves with Penny Robartes

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

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

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

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