About Safari Design

Safari Design was created from a lifelong connection to Africa — a bond formed in childhood and carried across continents. Born and raised in South Africa, I grew up surrounded by the bush, the wildlife, and the rhythm of the land. Those early family safaris shaped not only my love for Africa, but the way I understand travel: deeply, personally, and with reverence for the natural world.

Today, Safari Design brings that same authenticity to every itinerary. I specialize in luxury, tailor‑made safaris across Southern Africa, with expert knowledge of South Africa’s private reserves, including the Sabi Sands, the Greater Kruger, Madikwe, and other premier wildlife regions nationwide. These destinations offer unforgettable Big Five encounters, world‑class lodges, and immersive experiences that reveal the true heart of Africa.

A Personalized, Meaningful Safari Planning Experience

Your safari begins long before you arrive in Africa. It starts with a conversation — face‑to‑face or via video — where we explore your expectations, desires, and any concerns. This personalized approach ensures your journey reflects your travel style, comfort level, and dream wildlife experiences.

Your itinerary and investment are never reduced to a simple email. Each safari plan is thoughtfully presented, discussed, and refined, allowing space for questions, ideas, and exciting possibilities. The planning process is designed to be just as meaningful as the journey itself — seamless, inspiring, and guided with care.

Authentic Expertise You Can Trust

When you travel with Safari Design, you do so with complete confidence. You are supported by a South Africa–born safari specialist with decades of firsthand experience and travel across eight African countries. My greatest wish is for you to know the true heart of the place of my birth — to feel the magic, the mystery, and the profound beauty that Africa offers.

This isn’t just a vacation. It’s a life‑changing African safari experience that will stay with you forever.

Nkosi Sikelel’ iAfrika.

Safari Design is a boutique travel agency specializing in luxury safaris across Southern Africa, including South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe, and beyond. We create custom safari itineraries featuring private reserves, Big Five wildlife encounters, and immersive cultural experiences.