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An Extraordinary Southern African Journey Cape Town The journey opened in Cape Town, swept along by the force of the South Easter. The ocean drive toward Cape Point was dramatic, the Atlantic pounding against sheer cliffs while the road traced the edge of the continent. Ostriches appeared unexpectedly along the route, unbothered and perfectly at home in the wild coastal landscape. Within Cape Point Nature Reserve, the views stretched endlessly—raw ocean, rugged headlands, and the unmistakable feeling of standing at the edge of

Christmas Leopards, Floodplain Drama & Baobab Time There is something about ending a year in the wild that recalibrates everything. Time is no longer measured in calendar dates or countdown clocks. It is measured in tracks at first light. In the echo of a lion’s roar rolling across the dark. In the quiet gravity of standing beneath a 2,000-year-old baobab. This festive journey brought together a curious, engaged family of four for a thoughtfully designed exploration across South Africa, Botswana and Zimbabwe — a celebration not

There are journeys that stay with you, carried not just in memory but in the rhythm of your heartbeat. Soul Fire Safari was one of those. It began with laughter and long-necked company in Nairobi, and ended with misty mountain mornings among gorillas. Between those bookends stretched a story of wild places, timeless skies, and the joy of sharing them with people who arrived as guests and left as great friends.   Giraffe Manor & the Sheldrick Trust Our first chapter opened at

A fantastic time of year to be on Safari – why because the weather is great and the game viewing is the best! Combining Southern and East Africa is the ultimate, however one needs time. Time is a luxury, with time comes the greatest of experiences and getting the very best out of each destination. Mala Mala – our favorite game viewing destination in South Africa’s Kruger National Park. Rattrays camp has a beautiful colonial style atmosphere and décor. No children under

Safari Architects trips are always next level, was this itinerary even next level? And why. The accommodation, yes. Singita Sasakwa and Singita Kwitonda – incredible lodges and destinations.  Arijuju – exclusive use home, best out there – a truly magical experience in every way. Everyone is still talking about the spa treatments.  The great migration! Mega herds, mass concentrations and lion cubs. It could be all of it, and it is, but the bespoke activities. Never done before, bespoke activities at each destination,

12 Texans, 2 Lear Jets, 2 Airbus helicopters, 1 wine maker, 4 of Africa's most experienced and well qualified safari guides, 3 of Africa's finest hotels and lodges. This equation equals a good time. An epic journey, a day curated from a network of incredible people. A special journey with repeat safari goers, adventurers and friends. The direct flights from Newark to Cape Town have made this a new option as a start or end point of safari. We had a blast

December in Cape Town is beautiful! Cracking days, sunny and warm, middle of our Summer. This is Cape Town at its finest. So many things to do in Cape Town today, so little time, that’s why we cram it in, and go hard.    Best of the best with Safari Architects. It is the busy season as it is the South African Summer holidays, but with us; Fast Track tickets at Table Mountain, Boulders Beach and the airport, ensure the very best

5 couples from Austin Texas, our repeat friends are back, 2 years later for another epic Safari, how do we top the last?    4 sisters and one brother plus 5 spouses, a totally great family group, we know we are going to have a blast.   2 Pilatus PC 12 NG – 2 pilots – 2 private guides and some excitement. We kick off with a big dose of shopping for the ladies in Johannesburg at an open-air curio market, and a round

A Southern Africa Spectacular   Steve and Dawn repeat guests and friends of Safari Architects are back with their adult children and son in law, to share the experiences as a family and live the dream!   As we often do, a few days acclimatization in Johannesburg, history, culture and eating at great restaurants, it offers a chance to get over the jet lag.    A 3 stop – 7 night – curated journey at Botswana’s very best lodges. An extravaganza of the best locations, incredible

Desert and Jungle   Desert and Jungle, worlds apart, a contrast like no other. We slowly ease into it in Johannesburg, try to acclimatize to the time zone, enjoy a dinner out in the city and a slow morning start, the last slow morning start!    Gym session and in room breakfast the way to go. Now off in the Lear Jet – 2 hours from Johannesburg to Windhoek the capital city of Namibia, switch aircraft and a 55-minute scenic flight over landscapes resembling