Article and Images by Sophie Phillips “The world sees the Safari industry through the lense of photographers, agents, guests and everyone in between. It paints pictures of what it is like ‘going the safari’. We paint a slightly different picture. We are the people creating Safaris. We are the people working in the camps, baking […]
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Article and Images Mike Myers When I look back on my career as a guide in Botswana it’s hard to believe I’m in my fifth decade of doing it, the time seems to have passed by in a heartbeat. In that time, I have lived through the growth of the safari industry from humble beginnings
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Article by Adam Garden We had just pulled over to sign out of The Hide’s conservancy, when our stopped engine allowed us a chance to hear the sounds of the bush. We had spent our short drive from the camp identifying some of the 400 species of birds that called Hwange home. In our silence,
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Article Shelley Cox 1. Gonarezhou National Park Wild, rugged scenery stretching over an area of an estimated 5,000 square kilometres, Gonarezhou remains one of Zimbabwe’s least visited gems and a haven for a diversity of wildlife. Translating as the “place of many elephants”, Gonarezhou is fast becoming one of Zimbabwe’s conservation success stories and is
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In the heart of Africa, where the wild thrives and the soul seeks solace, a remarkable journey began. Born in the picturesque landscapes of Nakuru, Kenya, Ian Batchelor was raised amidst the stunning beauty of Africa. At the tender age of five, his family relocated to Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe), marking the inception of his passion
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Article: Rudo Nhamoinesu Images: Daka Plains Camp As we entered the park, and approached the camp, my eyes drank in the sight of the remote north-western region of Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe’s largest reserve, where Daka Plains Camp resides. A brief 40-minute safari transfer from Robin’s airstrip leads you to this unique destination. Nestled atop
Article: Rudo Nhamoinesu “What a large herd of elephants and so many calves, I really don’t mind this roadblock!” We were brought to a halt by these magnificent creatures on our journey to Wilderness Davisons camp from the airstrip, my guide echoed my sentiments and excitement. Observing my delight, and once the “mothers” had kindly
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Images IFAW Every year on August 12th, wildlife enthusiasts and conservationists around the world come together to celebrate World Elephant Day. This special day serves as a global platform to raise awareness of the importance of elephant conservation, highlighting the challenges they face, and promoting their protection. Established in 2012, its aim is to shed
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YOUR GUIDE TO AFRICA Article & Images Wilderness Expanding the world’s wilderness Long before Africa was carved up into countries, before borders were established and fences were erected, the wildlife of the continent moved freely. Following the rain and ancient migratory paths in search of water and nutrients, great herds of antelope, zebra, elephant and
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Article Luckmore Safuli As the heat baked the earth on a typical post-winter Hwange afternoon, a group of tourists leisurely sip wine from their glasses while gazing at a spectacular trooping of wild animals converging for a soothing drink. The idyllic outback, Mandabvu Camp, is situated in a specific location of Zimbabwe’s iconic national park
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