A safari designed around you
No two travellers are the same, and your safari should reflect that. Whether you dream of tracking leopards in the African bush, watching elephants cross an open plain, exploring the waterways of Botswana or travelling further afield in search of extraordinary wildlife, a custom safari allows you to experience the destinations that interest you, at a pace that suits you.
At Panthera Photo Safaris, we specialise in creating tailor-made wildlife holidays across Africa and beyond. We work with you to understand what you want from your journey, then bring together the right destinations, accommodation, guides, transfers and experiences to create a safari that feels entirely your own.
You do not need to join a scheduled group, follow a fixed itinerary or be a photographer to travel with us. Your safari can be designed around your interests, travel dates, budget and preferred style of travel, whether you are planning an adventurous wildlife holiday, a once-in-a-lifetime luxury escape or a combination of destinations.
Your journey, your way
Perhaps you want to spend several nights at a private reserve in South Africa, continue into Botswana for exceptional elephant sightings, or combine a traditional safari with a beach stay. You might prefer an intimate lodge with excellent guiding, a comfortable tented camp surrounded by wilderness, or a collection of luxurious properties that each offer something different.
We can help you explore the possibilities and build an itinerary that balances wildlife experiences with travel time, comfort and opportunities to relax. Your safari might focus on big cats, elephants, gorillas, chimpanzees or the remarkable wildlife of South America’s Pantanal. Alternatively, you may simply want to experience Africa’s landscapes, wildlife and cultures without concentrating on one particular species.
Custom safaris can include private guiding, specialist wildlife activities, cultural experiences, walking safaris where available, scenic flights, beach extensions and other experiences suited to your destination. We will help you understand what is possible and recommend options that make sense for your trip.
Beyond-Namibia
Tailor Made Tour
14 days
Indulge in a privately guided Namibian safari in the company of a dedicated and experienced safari guide, who will ensure that you enjoy a fascinating and stress-free journey of discovery amidst dramatic scenery.
From NAD 408, 935 per person sharing
In Search of Tigers: A Private Ranthambhore Safari
Tailor Made Tour
8 days
An eight-day tiger safari combining an overnight stay in Delhi with six nights at Dev Vilas, Ranthambhore, featuring private-vehicle game drives in search of Bengal tigers and the extraordinary wildlife of one of India's most celebrated national parks.
From USD $9,000 – $12,500 per person sharing
Mozambique – Safari & Island Escape
Tailor Made Tour
12 days
From USD $10,000 – $15,500 per person sharing
Luxury Big Cat Safari
Tailor Made Tour
8 nights / 9 days
An exceptional eight-night luxury safari combining Leopard Hills and MalaMala in South Africa’s Sabi Sands, renowned for extraordinary leopard sightings, unforgettable big cat encounters, expert guiding and world-class hospitality.
From R256,640 per person sharing
Iconic Elephants of Amboseli
Tailor Made Tour
7 days / 6 nights
Amboseli is one of the most scenic parks in Kenya. It is synonymous with two particular things – majestic herds of elephant and glorious views of Mount Kilimanjaro in neighbouring Tanzania.
From $6,650 / per person sharing
Mashatu Game Reserve
Tailor Made Tour
9 days / 8 nights
Land of the Giants. Mashatu is a land of vast open plains, ancient baobabs and exceptional big cat encounters, where lions, leopards, cheetahs and elephants roam freely across the Tuli wilderness. A truly wild photographic safari, with spectacular wildlife, dramatic landscapes and some of Africa’s most unforgettable sightings.
From $9,015/ per person sharing
Expert planning, without the complexity
Planning a safari involves more than choosing a beautiful lodge. The location of your accommodation, seasonal wildlife movements, travel connections and the time spent in each destination can all influence your experience.
Our role is to help you navigate these choices. We draw on our knowledge of safari destinations and our relationships with trusted lodges and local ground operators to recommend suitable options, coordinate the practical details and bring your itinerary together into one seamless journey.
We can also help you decide where to spend your time and where it is worth investing more of your budget. Sometimes, a few extra nights in the right reserve will add more to your experience than visiting another destination.
Travel with Panthera
Booking through Panthera gives you access to specialist safari advice and a carefully planned itinerary without adding a separate planning fee to your accommodation booking. We can often access special offers available through our lodge partners, helping you make the most of your travel budget.
From your first ideas to the final details of your itinerary, we will help turn your plans into a safari that suits you.
