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Steeped in mysterious history and embellished by the bounty of the wildlife that this 90,000 acre wilderness has to offer, Mashatu will take you back in time and awaken your senses in the present. On the eastern tip of Botswana, bordering South Africa and Zimbabwe, Mashatu is characterised by Woodland Savanna, wide open plains areas, sacred Sandstone outcrops and swampy vleis. This diversity of habitats supports the largest elephant population on private property in Botswana. Some 1000 elephants call Mashatu home. Leopards stalk the Majali dry river, and Mashatu provides some of the best leopard viewing in Africa, often reclining in a huge Mashatu (Nyala berry) tree. Lion, cheetah and hyena are also found on the reserve, with an array of other species eland, wildebeest, zebra, impala and bushbuck. Birders and bird photographers will also not be disappointed, with over 360 species recorded. The overall photographic hit rate is one of the highest we know of, with birdlife, predators and large mammals all combining to keep your cameras very busy. There is a fantastic sunken photographic hide on the reserve, giving the wildlife the opportunity to seek you out. This hide has produced several award winning images. It is perfectly positioned to utilise the light, and because of the low perspective, the backgrounds are incredible. When the elephants aren’t around many species of mammals and birds use the waterhole, so there is usually something exciting to photograph. Whether searching for wildlife in an open vehicle or waiting for action inside the hide, the wildlife experience in this ancient landscape will leave you astounded and inspired to return to Africa as soon as you can.
Have you considered taking a C4 guide on your safari?
All our guides are passionate experts at what we do: both safaris and photography.
Our team of guides have vast experience of the ecosystems they travel to. Consider being guided by a professional wildlife photographer who knows the movements of the animals, the state of the ecosystem and where the best sightings are likely to be.
A guide can be requested as on optional extra on all our safari itineraries. Please discuss this with your safari specialist when enquiring.
We have spent innumerable hours in Africa studying its whims and understanding its nature. So when you join on a safari with us, it is as much about sharing the large and hairy as it is showing you what the true meaning of an African experience is.
