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South Africa Stories & Inspiration

Stories That Define South Africa

Nature's Great Events

The Great Sardine Run. Millions of sardines moving as one seething mass up the coast. A shimmer of silver under the surface and we’re off. Moving as one, millions of sardines make their way up the coast in seething masses known to be over 7 kilometres in length and 30 metres deep. You might be thinking ‘sardines? Really? But this really is one of the earth’s most magnificent wildlife feats, a truly spectacular sight that few will ever see with their own eyes.

Read about The Great Sardine Run

Wildlife in South Africa

A guide to wildlife encounters in South Africa

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Where to go

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Why Natural World Safaris for your South Africa Safari?

Tailored Safaris

Share your interests with our Destination Specialists and we will match you to the in-country experts, providing you with nothing but the best access and highly experienced wildlife trackers and guides. Safari are meticulously planned to be seamless in terms of quality and service, with private transfers available throughout.

Wealth of Experience

Natural World Safaris has a long established pedigree in Africa, starting in 2005 after our CEO and Founder Will Bolsover had spent many years guiding on the continent. We maintain close relationships with our partners on the ground, from lodge owners to frontline conservationists, affording our clients access and opportunities that nobody else can match.

Wildlife Specialists

Wildlife remains our primary focus. Encounter Mara is carefully selected for front-row wildlife spectacles to maximise your photographic opportunities. We want you to experience wild South Africa at its very best, listening out at night for the saw-like grunt of a leopard, or the deep bone trembling roar of lions.