David Rogers Travel

25/07/2026

Just back from Praia da Roche, near Inhambane, Mozambique. What a special place for a family holiday in balmy mid winter warmth. Such special memories of sitting on the deck watching humpbacked whales. fishing, snorkelling, dhow trips, long beach walks.... and oh, the seafood. The house is self-catering and on Airbnb.. its owned by a longtime friend.

07/07/2026

In Memoriam: One Ton

c. 1966 – July 2026

One Ton, one of Kenya's last great super tuskers, has died of natural causes in the Chyulu Hills, aged between 50 and 60. For over five decades he roamed the Amboseli–Tsavo ecosystem, one of a rare handful of bulls whose tusks grow long enough to nearly touch the ground.

Calm and unhurried, he was watched over for years by Big Life Foundation rangers, protection that let him live out a full life rather than fall to poaching or conflict, as so many of his generation did. Preliminary assessments found no injury or human interference — simply an old bull reaching the end of his years, in the hills he always knew.

He is the second super tusker lost from Amboseli this year, after Craig in January — the quiet closing of a remarkable generation.

We were fortunate to watch him with our guests at ol Donyo — a sighting that we will always cherish.

Rest well, old friend.

03/06/2026

This photograph was taken in February 2025 as Jen and I explored northern Namibia — a land that has held my heart for more than four decades.

My first journey here was in 1984 in a reconditioned Volkswagen Beetle that demanded patience, faith, and constant roadside attention. Somewhere along those lonely gravel roads and endless horizons, a lifelong love affair began.

Since then, there have been more than 30 journeys across this remarkable country. One of my pleasures is helping others shape their own Namibian adventure, whether by road, by air, or somewhere in between.

02/06/2026

Follow our overland family safari through Zimbabwe and Botswana to Chobe, Victoria Falls and Hwange -- an awesome and authentic highlights trip expertly arranged by Hideaways using their amazing camps.

02/06/2026

Mount Ceder has been a great friend and photographic client for many years. I love the innovation and style of their new Under Canvas Hideaways, an eco-luxury glamping experience. These three canvas-tented suites—named Orion, Scorpius, and Crux—are set along the Grootrivier and blend wilderness isolation with luxury.

27/05/2026

So often its not the big and hairies that make images that are easy to live with ... These three mountain aloes (Aloe marlothi) photographed on a family trip to Kwazulu Natal are one of the few images that have made it onto the walls of our family home. Big thanks as always to Jen for always helping me keep focussed on smaller flowering subjects.

26/05/2026

From June through to October, hundreds of Southern Right Whales migrate from their polar feeding grounds to breed and calve along the South African coastline 🐋 It’s one of the most spectacular times to visit the coastal town of Hermanus, renowned for offering some of the best land-based whale watching in the world.

For a more secluded wilderness experience, we highly recommend De Hoop Nature Reserve, where whales can often be seen close to shore from the dunes and beaches. The reserve also offers a selection of exceptional lodges in a pristine natural setting.

Contact us for more information or to help plan your whale season getaway.

14/05/2026

Robin Pope Safaris has announced the opening of Kujana Camp — a low-impact, four tent camp in Lower Zambezi on the aptly named ‘Discovery Channel’. Opening in September 2026, it offers boat safaris, game drives and incredible landscapes. We think Kujana will make a great destination and extension to our regular South Luangwa photo safaris — trips we’ve been running with Robin Pope Safaris for more than 20 years. Contact us for details.

13/05/2026

Historically, geographically and culturally diverse, Ethiopia is on our radar for February 2027. Guided by Ethiopia expert Graeme Lemon it's a fascinating and authentic experience. Check out our website or contact us for details on the link above.

07/03/2026