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What can I say…a truly remarkable land filled with such diversity and adaptations, it begs one to return again and again. The group of students and their two teachers were a real treat to work with. Eager to learn and willing to play their part in the daily camp duties.
I’m sure some of them will [...]

All around is quiet, except for the occasional call of a night bird or distant lion. The stars are bright and the moon is half full. A faint warm breeze touches your face as you stare into the glowing embers of a camp fire. You feel at peace in this place. Sounds like something out [...]

Being on holiday has that effect upon our minds that allows us opporunity to relax and unwind. Forgetting all convention and routine we slip into that playful zone where we’re not always thinking with a clear head. And while our holiday is well deserved, it shouldn’t be license to forget some basic perspectives, especially when [...]

Your heart is thumping in your throat, your legs feel numb and you momentarily forget yourself. In front of you is a wild animal – there’s no cage or bars, just you and the animal.
If you have ever been on Safari where you were in a position to get up close to animal life, you [...]

Getting up close and personal with the African Bush: this is the bush walk and it offers excitement, uncertainty and adventure. No two walks are ever the same because nature constantly moves and changes.
And I guess this is what appeals to many people who opt for a walk whilst on Safari. That unknowing trundle through [...]

Exploring nature from the saddle brings a whole new perspective to the African Safari. Suddenly you are part of the scene, not a spectator. At least that’s how the animals will generally tend to see you.
I guess that’s what appeals to me about jumping on a horse and heading off into the wilderness. I feel [...]

There’s always something we’d like to know before travelling, or forgot to ask whilst on Safari. Below are some of these questions – if any of you reading this think of another, please leave a comment and I’m sure it’ll be answered.
First time travellers to Africa are not really sure what to expect. This uncertainty [...]

In situations like this you really need to respect the interests of the other group. This photo shows a herd of elephant passing by my vehicle without any irritation; how did I do this?
It has a lot to do with gauging a situation before it happens. I had seen this herd browsing further down, and [...]

A useful skill when on foot in wilderness areas is an ability to know what animal life is in the vicinity of your party. Without actually seeing or hearing anything, one must turn to the ground for answers. This is the one place animals cannot hide, for it reveals their presence and intentions: how [...]

Hello and Welcome to safarichatter.com, a place where you can read up on Industry news, share experiences of your trips into the African ‘bush’, or read up on interesting topics and stories that I’ve posted.
A casual forum for people with an interest in what’s going on in the world of Safariland… I’ll find stories on [...]