Safari Agency

27/08/2026

Almost ready… first look at Nthawi House

Opening end of August, Chikunto Nthawi House – The House of Time is taking shape in South Luangwa’s Valley of the Leopard.

This new exclusive-use tented safari villa brings together space, privacy and the freedom of private safari living: two exceptionally spacious en-suite bedrooms, each with its own private lounge, generous shared living and dining spaces, a swimming pool and expansive deck overlooking the waterhole.

Perfect for families, friends, two couples travelling together – or simply those wanting a little more space and privacy on safari.

And when four or more guests stay, a private safari vehicle is included, allowing days to unfold entirely at their own pace.

These are just the first preview images. The professional photography and full reveal will follow – but for now, here’s a first glimpse of what’s coming to South Luangwa.

Chikunto Safari Lodge

www.chikunto.com

27/08/2026

One of those rare Serengeti moments - watching wildebeest cross the Mara River from the best seat with Serengeti Balloon Safaris

It is experiences like this that remind us what luxury in the Serengeti truly means. Access to extraordinary moments, a unique perspective, and an experience thoughtfully delivered from take-off to landing.

www.balloonsafaris.com

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11/08/2026

World Lion Day | Sharing Nature
Those of us fortunate enough to spend time in Africa’s wild places know that the experience is about far more than individual wildlife sightings. It is about the landscape as a whole - and the delicate relationship between wildlife, people and the places they share.

That idea sits at the heart of Heinrich Filter’s miniature bronze, Sharing Nature 3.

A man stands beneath a tree with two lions close by. It is a wonderfully small sculpture that tells a much bigger story - one of connection, coexistence and our responsibility to protect the wild places that make Africa so extraordinary.

Perhaps Heinrich’s years as a safari guide still find their way into pieces like this. They taught him to observe not only the animals, but the relationships and landscapes around them - something that continues to influence his work today.

So, for World Lion Day, a little bronze reminder of what we stand to protect.

Sharing Nature 3
Bronze miniature on bronze base
Edition 1 of 1 | H 16 cm × L 18 cm
Sold

Happy World Lion Day.

05/08/2026

One clear takeaway from Experience Africa was the growing interest in itineraries that combine different safari styles.

While not a new trend, it was encouraging to hear it reinforced in so many conversations with agents. Guests are becoming less concerned with maintaining exactly the same accommodation standard throughout their journey and more interested in experiencing Africa in different ways.

A few nights in an intimate, owner-run camp such as Mukambi Safaris' Busanga Plains Camp or Camp Mana, renowned for exceptional guiding and close wildlife encounters, combined with the understated luxury of Chikunto Safari Lodge or another carefully chosen lodge, creates a safari that is richer, more varied and ultimately more memorable.

Together, Mukambi Safaris, Camp Mana and Chikunto Safaris beautifully illustrate that philosophy - from the lion heartland of Busanga Plains and the floodplains of Mana Pools to South Luangwa's famed Valley of the Leopard.

It was a pleasure to represent Mukambi Safaris, Camp Mana and Chikunto Safaris at Experience Africa, alongside Gareth Jones, co-owner of Chikunto Safaris.

Three inspiring days of reconnecting with long-standing partners, meeting new faces and sharing exciting developments from some of Africa's most remarkable wilderness areas.

A sincere thank you to the Experience Africa team for organising another outstanding event. The quality of the attending agents was exceptional, the conversations were inspiring, and the atmosphere throughout the show was incredibly positive.

It was wonderful to catch up with so many familiar faces, long-standing supporters and industry friends, while also meeting some fantastic new agents. Thank you to everyone who took the time to meet with us. We truly value your continued support and look forward to creating many more unforgettable safari journeys together.

09/06/2026

Thrilled to share that a breathtaking image from Mukambi Safaris Busanga Plains Camp has been featured on the cover of Travel Africa Magazine June issue.

Mukambi on the Cover! 🌍✨📰⁠
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WOW! We are absolutely thrilled, humbled, and incredibly proud to share that a Mukambi Safaris photo is gracing the front cover of Travel Africa Magazine (Issue 112)! ⁠
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This issue’s core theme is "Peace & Quiet: The calming balm of Kafue and other wild places," and we couldn't think of a better image to epitomise that feeling than this stunning, serene view of our very own Busanga Plains Camp. Looking at it, you can practically feel the morning mist rising and the deep, restorative stillness that the wild heart of Zambia can bring. ⁠
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PLUS, the excitement doesn't stop at the cover! Turn to page 58, and you’ll find an exclusive feature article where our own Robyn and Edjan sit down to answer a beautiful question: What does Kafue mean to those who know it best? 🦁🌾 From our deep-rooted love for conservation to the authentic rhythms of the bush, they share the true spirit of this magical ecosystem we are lucky enough to call home.⁠
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It is such an immense honour to be a part of Travel Africa . As a quarterly journal, it beautifully celebrates everything we love about the world’s most exciting continent, helping travellers dream, plan, and get the very most out of their safari journeys.⁠
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A massive thank you to the Travel Africa team, and to all of YOU who share in our mutual love for the Kafue. Grab your copy, dive into the magic, and as always, we can't wait to welcome you to the campfire to experience this peace and quiet for yourself! 🔥🐾⁠
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👉 Read more and explore the journal at https://travelafricamag.com/⁠
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25/05/2026

Africa Day feels like the perfect moment to celebrate the landscapes, wildlife, and quiet moments that make so many of us fall in love with this continent - and what better way to do that than through art inspired by Africa itself.

Much of South African bronze artist Heinrich Filter’s work begins with memories formed during his years guiding in Botswana and South Africa. Time spent in the bush taught him to slow down and pay attention - to movement, silence, rhythm, and the small details that often go unnoticed.

‘In Step’ grew from those observations.

An elephant and its calf move together in quiet awareness. The relationship between them became more important than detail. Heinrich wasn’t interested in simply describing elephants - he wanted to hold the quiet connection between them, steady and unspoken, in bronze.

And just enough playfulness in the calf to remind you how young it still is.

Africa has a way of staying with you like that. Long after you leave.

Happy Africa Day.

www.heinrichfilterart.co.za

25/05/2026

Steve Bolnick joined me at Indaba this year - giving agents the rare opportunity to meet the heart and soul behind Camp Mana, owner-guided and hosted by Steve & Debbie Bolnick in Mana Pools. And it reminded me again just how powerful it is when the person across the table is not only selling a safari, but still living it - day in and day out - after a lifetime in the bush.

Steve’s passion for wildlife, guiding and sharing the experience with guests remains as genuine and deeply felt today as ever. After decades in the industry, he still carries that rare spark, energy and generosity in the way he guides and shares the bush. His knowledge, humility and quiet authenticity came through in every conversation - along with Camp Mana’s ethos of treading the Earth lightly, guiding with purpose, and delivering an exceptional safari experience without ever losing the wildness of it.

In many ways, Steve embodies what makes Camp Mana so special - where great guiding defines a great safari. Deeply experienced guiding, unhurried days shaped by wildlife rather than the clock, and a safari philosophy rooted in authenticity, flexibility and genuine connection to the bush.

A huge thank you to everyone who stopped by to connect, catch up and share ideas - from long-standing partners to new faces discovering Camp Mana for the first time. It was wonderful to reconnect with the travel trade community and to share what makes Mana Pools - and Camp Mana - so special.

Here’s to new partnerships, future safaris, and many more conversations inspired by Africa’s wild places.

www.campmana.com [email protected]

05/05/2026

Indaba, here we come… If you’re there too, would be lovely to catch up

Looking forward to reconnecting with familiar faces, valued partners, and friends in travel - always the best part. I’ll be there with Steve Bolnick of Camp Mana on the Zimbabwe stand (DEC2 E11), and also spending time with Mukambi Safaris and Chikunto Safari Lodge for a few meetings along the way (Zambia stand DEC2 A20)

04/05/2026

01/05/2026

Which landscape has taken your breath away?
The one that stops you in your tracks - for me, it was Busanga Plains in Kafue, Zambia.

That first sunrise - mist lifting, puku and lechwe scattered across the plains, where lion prides move in full view and there’s nowhere for the story to hide - is something I won’t forget.

Mukambi Safaris' Busanga Plains Camp sits right in the heart of it - a small, classic bush camp of just four tents and a star bed. Beautifully wild, with all the home comforts and the rustic charm of an old-school safari.

A place that tends to stay with you - and one I always enjoy sharing with agents looking for something a little different.

www.mukambi.com