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Mashatu Highlights
Tailor Made Trip
6 days / 5 nights or 9 days / 8 nights
Expertly planned African Safaris
Owner-operated by experienced field guides based in the Greater Kruger. First-hand knowledge, transparent pricing and seamless logistics from enquiry to departure.
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Whether you want a relaxed family safari, an intimate honeymoon, a luxury private journey, or a dedicated photographic workshop, we handle the details so you can focus on the wildlife.
Photographed by:
Lance van de Vyver
Photographed by:
Lance van de Vyver
Photographed by:
Lance van de Vyver
Photographed by:
Lance van de Vyver
Trips to inspire you
From $8,600 per person sharing
8 days / 7 nights
Gorongoza Untamed
Gorongoza Untamed
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From USD $15,525 per person sharing
10 Days / 9 Nights
Pumas of Patagonia
Pumas of Patagonia
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2027 From $7,250 / per person sharing2028 From $7,615 / per person sharing
7 days / 6 nights
Mashatu Hides and Predators
Mashatu Hides and Predators
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Conservation starts with us!
Taking part in hands-on conservation projects that support our wildlife is one of the most rewarding ways to travel. We are passionate about facilitating such experiences like this for our guests and giving back to the organisations that protect endangered species.
Conservation starts with us!
Taking part in hands-on conservation projects that support our wildlife is one of the most rewarding ways to travel. We are passionate about facilitating such experiences like this for our guests and giving back to the organisations that protect endangered species.
Conservation starts with us!
Taking part in hands-on conservation projects that support our wildlife is one of the most rewarding ways to travel. We are passionate about facilitating such experiences like this for our guests and giving back to the organisations that protect endangered species.
Ranthambhore
I recently returned from a photography-focused trip to India with Panthera Photo Safaris. This was my second trip having traveled with them to the Pantanal in 2025. In March 2026, my wife and I began our India journey…
I recently returned from a photography-focused trip to India with Panthera Photo Safaris. This was my second trip having traveled with them to the Pantanal in 2025. In March 2026, my wife and I began our India journey…
Martin Groth - MD Mashatu
Since this was my first time on a photo safari like this, I wasn’t quite sure what to expect.But my expectations were not only met—they were exceeded! The wonderful lodge with its warm hospitality, the perfect guidance…
Since this was my first time on a photo safari like this, I wasn’t quite sure what to expect.But my expectations were not only met—they were exceeded! The wonderful lodge with its warm hospitality, the perfect guidance…
Kings Camp & Timbavati
Stunning environment so clean and lovely, the food was incredible and every single meal there were new delights. In between meal beverages were fantastic. I don’t know what coffee they use but it’s fantastic. The staff…
Stunning environment so clean and lovely, the food was incredible and every single meal there were new delights. In between meal beverages were fantastic. I don’t know what coffee they use but it’s fantastic. The staff…
Be guided by award winning photographer Lance van de Vyver
Lance van de Vyver has won multiple awards for his photography, most notably being named a Finalist in the Natural History Museum's Wildlife Photography of the Year & Winner of the 2020 Wilderness Safaris Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition.
“Playing Pangolin”
Natural History Museum’s Wildlife Photographer of the Year awards
Black and White Finalist
“Playing Pangolin”
Natural History Museum’s Wildlife Photographer of the Year awards Black and White Finalist
“Playing Pangolin”
Natural History Museum’s Wildlife Photographer of the Year awards Black and White Finalist
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Ready to start planning?
Tell us when you’d like to travel, who is coming, and what kind of experience you have in mind. We’ll come back with ideas and a clear proposal.
Ready to start planning?
Tell us when you’d like to travel, who is coming, and what kind of experience you have in mind. We’ll come back with ideas and a clear proposal.
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Owner Operated
Founders Kirstin and Lance are hands-on throughout your travel process and are present during your privately-guided journey.
Africa Based
We are located in the hub of the safari scene, in the Greater Kruger region of South Africa. Working from Africa and in Africa is the secret to our success.
First Hand Knowledge
We’ve explored our own back yard and we’ve jetted to the small corners of the earth to discover our natural world. Let our first-hand knowledge guide you.
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See the world with Panthera
Owner Operated
Founders Kirstin and Lance are hands-on throughout your travel process and are present during your privately-guided journey.
Africa Based
We are located in the hub of the safari scene, in the Greater Kruger region of South Africa. Working from Africa and in Africa is the secret to our success.
First Hand Knowledge
We’ve explored our own back yard and we’ve jetted to the small corners of the earth to discover our natural world. Let our first-hand knowledge guide you.
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Useful Information
Connect
Copyright 2026 Panthera Photographic Safaris
See the world with Panthera
Owner Operated
Founders Kirstin and Lance are hands-on throughout your travel process and are present during your privately-guided journey.
Africa Based
We are located in the hub of the safari scene, in the Greater Kruger region of South Africa. Working from Africa and in Africa is the secret to our success.
First Hand Knowledge
We’ve explored our own back yard and we’ve jetted to the small corners of the earth to discover our natural world. Let our first-hand knowledge guide you.
Sign up for updates
Useful Information
Connect
Copyright 2026 Panthera Photographic Safaris