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Specialist African Safaris - More than just a game drive
Co-ordinates S24 48 04.1 E31 32 88.1
MalaMala's reputation as a premier photographic safari destination is unparalleled! It is where Roger and Pat chose to do their coffee table book on Africa's big cats and they did so for a very good reason – it is simply the best place to photograph these stunning animals.
MalaMala, situated in Mpumalanga, South Africa, shares an unfenced boundary with the massive Kruger National Park in the east and with the Sabi Sand Game Reserve in the west. Game viewing is exceptional and with the exclusive use of a game drive vehicle, ranger and tracker we will get as close to the action as is safely and ethically possible. The rangers are very competent and fully able to place us where we want to be, even in off road situations.
The de la Harpes are not the only ones to recognise MalaMala as the spot for wildlife photography. A veritable collection of photojournalists and film-makers have made MalaMala their destination of choice to capture footage of wildlife viewing that would rival any Hollywood production.
MalaMala's camps are in the same league as their game viewing: His and her bathrooms, acres of bed, air-conditioning, overhead fans just about anything else that you could possibly think of to make you safari a lifetime experience!
These workshops are aimed at the intermediate to advanced photographer (although we can work very easily with beginners as well) and are specifically designed for those with an interest in the big cats – lion, leopard and cheetah.
Early mornings, late afternoons and early evening are spent in the bush capturing images and the rest of the time is spent back at base working on the images in Photoshop and evaluating the field sessions.
We have not put in place any regular MalaMala Safaris as we prefer to custom design these expeditions to suit the need of the individual. If you would like us to create a unique experience for you please e-call Roger on +27 (82) 882 8496 or e-mail him at info@oldcanvasexpeditions.com
We run a host of other photographic safaris, the details of which are given below:
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Located in the heart of Zululand is Bonamanzi, a privately owned, 4000ha game reserve. Bordered by a World Heritage site, the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, in the east and with Hluhluwe Game Reserve a short drive to the west, it's easy to see why we've selected Bonamanzi for our Zululand Photographic Safaris. It also happens to be widely recognised as one of the best birding destinations in Southern Africa. Read more..... |
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| Kruger Photographic Safari |
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The world-renowned Kruger National Park offers a wildlife experience that ranks with the best in Africa. Established in 1898 to protect the wildlife of the South African Lowveld, this national park of nearly 2 million hectares is unrivalled in its biodiversity. Kruger is home to an impressive number of species: 336 trees, 49 fish, 34 amphibians, 114 reptiles, 507 birds and 147 mammals. With its abundance of wildlife it is one of the finest places on Earth for photographic safaris. Read more.....
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| Midlands Photographic Safari |
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Howick is situated in the KwaZulu Natal Midlands some 20 Km to the north of Pietermaritzburg. The region is well known for its incredible scenery and wonderful climate. Its here that we hold our Beginner/ Intermediate Photographic and Photoshop workshops. Read more..... |
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| Baine's River Camp, Zambia, Photographic Safari |
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In the middle of the unspoiled African bush, on the northern banks of the Zambezi River and directly opposite Mana Pools in Zimbabwe , you will discover Baines' River Camp. This is a true safari lodge, named after the famous artist and explorer John Thomas Baines, and offers a very different wildlife experience: While Baines River Camp does have the usual 4X4 game drives, much of the game viewing is done from boats on the Zambezi River and Roger and Pat have done some of their best wild life and scenic photography here. Read more..... |
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| Tuli - Land of Giants - Photographic Safari |
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The Northern Tuli Game Reserve - home to places like Mashatu, Tuli Lodge and Nitani - is set in the eastern corner of Botswana where it meets with South Africa and Zimbabwe. It is here that Roger and Pat lived when they wrote and photographed their book Tuli Land of Giants. It's a stunning place; as old as time itself, with a history of human inhabitation going back over 50 000 years. There are 7 world record tree species (the highest or largest) and some of the most relaxed elephants that Roger and Pat have worked with. All in all, a wonderful place to be doing photography. Read more..... |
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