A safari is more than a holiday.
It is a deeply personal journey into some of the most remote and extraordinary places on Earth.
We are a founder-led boutique safari operator specializing in bespoke luxury African safaris that combine authentic adventure with refined comfort. Every journey we design is custom-built—never pre-packaged—and shaped by firsthand experience across Africa’s most iconic and lesser-known wilderness regions.
This company was founded by someone who knows Africa on the ground.
Our private African safaris are personally designed by a founder with years of experience traveling, working, and building trusted relationships throughout Southern and East Africa. From the Serengeti and Okavango Delta to Kruger and Zambia’s remote wildernesses, our knowledge is lived—not researched from behind a desk.
This founder-led approach allows us to create tailor-made safari experiences that offer genuine access, seamless logistics, and confidence at every stage of the journey.
We choose to remain deliberately small.
As a boutique safari company, we limit the number of guests we work with each year to ensure every itinerary receives personal attention and expert oversight. This allows us to remain flexible, responsive, and deeply involved in each journey we design.
Remaining boutique means:
Every safari we design is built around three core principles:
Exclusive Access
We specialize in remote regions, private concessions, and low-density wildlife areas that deliver meaningful encounters away from crowds.
Refined Comfort
Our luxury safari itineraries balance adventure with comfort—featuring handpicked lodges and mobile camps where service, cuisine, and design enhance the experience rather than overshadow it.
Responsible Safari Travel
We work closely with local guides, communities, and conservation partners to ensure our safaris contribute positively to wildlife protection and sustainable tourism in Africa.
Our guests are travellers seeking more than a standard safari tour.
They are drawn to:
Some are planning their first African safari, while others are returning to Africa seeking deeper, more meaningful experiences.
All value quality, discretion, and expertise.
When you work with our team, you can expect:
Every journey begins with a conversation.
Tell us where you want to go, how you want to travel, and what matters most to you. We will design a custom luxury African safari that reflects both the wildness of the continent and the level of care it deserves.
All luxury safaris are custom designed. No obligation.
No obligation. Expert consultation.
Roaming Tales
We share our safari experiences, tips and stories to inspire and guide you in your own wanderlust adventures. From hidden gems to popular safari destinations, we showcase the beauty and diversity of Southern Africa, and promote responsible and sustainable travel.
Situated in the Sabi Sand Game Reserve, adjacent to the Kruger National Park, Elephant Plains Game Lodge offers comfortable, stylish and affordable luxury. The lodge accommodates a maximum of 24 guests, which ensures personal service in a warm, friendly atmosphere. The lodge caters for the discerning traveller, offering a variety of accommodation options, ranging from Rondavels and Luxury Suites to the Manyeleti Honeymoon Suite. Elephant Plains is world-renowned for excellent game viewing and guests can enjoy two game drives and a bush walk per day. Facilities include two swimming pools, as well as a gym.
