SABI SANDS BIG CAT PHOTO SAFARI
ABOUT THE SAFARI
Rhulani Safaris Sabi Sand Photo Safari brings you the best combination of luxury yet a wild experience.
The Sabi Sand Game Reserve is arguably South Africa’s most famous safari destination due to its unrivaled density of big cats, particularly the leopard. Located within the Greater Kruger Park boundary, the Sabi Sands is unfenced with the neighboring Kruger National Park and Manyeleti Game Reserve, where animals are free to move about as they please. Vegetation is in the form of Savanna bushveld, with a mixture of open spaces, riverbeds, and acacia thickets.
Elephant Plains Game Lodge – where this safari takes place – is one of Africa’s most popular photographic destinations due to the high density of wildlife and beautiful landscapes. Accommodation is in the form of luxury ‘Rondawels,’ with en-suit airconditioned rooms, comfortable bedding, and delicious South African cuisine of the highest standard. Photographic workshops are completed as a group in the conference room where tea and coffee is served. The lodge is surrounded by an elephant-proof fence, however wildlife such as leopard, hyena and wild dogs frequent the lodge and you will be escorted to your room at night by your guide.
Please Note: Extra accommodation can be organized prior to Safari to ensure adequate arrival and departure times.
SAFARI HIGHLIGHTS – WHAT TO EXPECT?
Our safaris are based on finding the African big cats, and in particularly the leopard, of which we enjoy regular sightings of. However, other animals that you can expect to see on your safari include:
- Lion
- Leopard
- Elephant
- Rhino
- Buffalo
- Hippo
- Crocodile
- Giraffe
- Zebra
- Spotted Hyena
- Birds (owls, raptors and lbj’s)
- Occasionally sightings of African Wild Dogs, Civets, Genets, African Wild Cat, Cheetah, Honey Badger
WHAT EQUIPMENT TO BRING
I always say, ‘Bring what you can,’ because you never know what situation you may find yourself in and must therefore be as ready as possible. However, this isn’t always possible and therefore I have written from my experience what the best set of equipment includes. It is important to remember that the vehicle is open (doesn’t have a roof) and therefore I would always suggest a camera and lens cover for possible rain or bad weather (THINK TANK products are fantastic for this!). We also get in close proximity to the wildlife, particularly the cats who have become habituated with the vehicles, and with the off-roading ability, we can maneuver the vehicle according to the situation. I would suggest the following:
- DSLR/ Mirrorless Cameras – film photography is not recommended.
- Lenses
- 70-200mm f/2.8 (my go-to lens)
- 100-400mm (most frequent lenses on safari)
- 400mm f/2.8 (optimum for close ups)
- 150-600 f/5.6-6.4 (also provides a great range without having to switch lenses)
- Flash Speedlights (with flash bracket)
- Magmod Flash Magnifier
- Bean bags (can be organized prior to safari)
THIS PACKAGE OFFERS THE FOLLOWING
INCLUDED
- 4 Nights’ Accommodation
- All Meals, Tea’s and Coffee’s
- Bush Coffee and Sundowner Drinks
- Bushwalk
- Art of Wildlife Photography Workshop and Tutoring
- Photographic Guide (Armand Grobler)
- Game Drives (4 Morning and 4 Afternoon/ Evening)
- Wifi
EXCLUDED
- Getting there (Transfers can be organized at additional cost)
- Staff Gratuities
- Flights
- Alcoholic Beverages (can be purchased on site)
ITINERARY FOR YOUR SABI SAND PHOTO SAFARI
DAY 1
- 13:30 Arrive at Elephant Plains Game Lodge
- 14:00 Lunch and Safari Briefing
- 16:00 Afternoon/ Evening Game Drive
- 20:00 Dinner
DAY 2-4
- 05:30 Wakeup call and morning coffee
- 06:00 Morning Game Drive
- 09:00 Breakfast
- 10:00 Bushwalk (optional)
- 11:00 Art of Wildlife Photography Workshop
- 14:00 Lunch
- 16:00 Afternoon/ Evening Game Drive
- 20:00 Dinner
DAY 5
- 05:30 Wakeup call and morning coffee
- 06:00 Morning Game Drive
- 09:00 Breakfast
- 10:00 Departure
Times may vary slightly depending on season*
AVAILABILITY 2022
June 6-10 (full)
August 1-5 (full)
August 22-26 (1 room available)
October 3-7 (3 rooms and special rate available)
CURRENT RATES
ZAR 22 350.00
ZAR 32 500 solo traveller or ask about our SOLO TRAVELLER current specials!!
AVAILABILITY 2023
June 5 – 9 (4 places available)
September 3 – 7 (4 places available)
2023 RATES
ZAR 23 950.00 per person sharing
ZAR 33 200 solo traveller
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS NOT A PRIVATE TOUR. FOR A PRIVATE TOUR PLEASE INQUIRE ABOUT OUR CURRENT RATES.
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