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The wonder, thrill, and suspense of the wilderness – it’s what we’re made for. From the grassy plains to jungle wetlands, Legend Safaris is a team of explorers and guides driven by a quest for knowledge about local flora and fauna, and respect for the majesty of the great, wild outdoors. We’re here to share our passion with you, prioritising tailor-made client service and relations with a sustaina

ble approach to wildlife. Legend Safaris is an ATTA member and SATSA-affiliated, based in Johannesburg, South Africa – Our expert scouts understand the secrets and beauty that the country has to offer. Since nature knows no borders, Legend Safaris also offers tours in Kenya, Tanzania, Botswana, Namibia, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, and Uganda on the African continent, as well as helping you discover the jungle’s most elusive creatures in India and South America. At Legend Safaris, Shaheen (Managing Director) and his team have got you covered. With over 20 years of experience in safaris and tours, our team plans for the unexpected. Catering to the thrill seekers, the luxury connoisseurs, and those who want a bit of both, we offer selected groups a raw, unadulterated look into the heart of Africa’s wilderness. We’ve also got options to get up close and personal with some of the continent’s most striking fish species with rod and reel. Africa’s beauty is to be shared with the world – Legend Safaris unlocks the experience.

Elephant Plains Game Lodge, Sabi Sand Nature Reserve, South Africa Highlights with Pravir Patel Photography - Day 5 Morn...
23/06/2026

Elephant Plains Game Lodge, Sabi Sand Nature Reserve, South Africa
Highlights with Pravir Patel Photography - Day 5 Morning
31 May 2026

Our last safari was spent with a female Leopard (Xidulu) and her two cubs. At first, and for most of the sighting, it was just her and the female cub. They were playing around close to a drainage line, and after some time the female Leopard began to contact call for her male cub. There was no response, and so she decided to walk along the drainage line and resume her contact calling, but once again there was no response.

She started to lead her female cub away from the area, and went straight towards the area where we saw her feeding on a Kudu kill the day before. She contact called the entire way, but the male cub did not appear. She eventually made her way onto a termite mound with the female cub, to get to an elevated position to call and to scan the area. She continued to call, and after a few minutes the male cub came running in and straight towards her. It was a moment of joy for everyone, as her constant contact calling for over 45 minutes finally worked and all three Leopards were reunited.

She then led both cubs onto the road and back to the drainage line, most probably to leave them there for safety while she goes on patrol or to hunt.

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Elephant Plains Game Lodge, Sabi Sand Nature Reserve, South Africa Highlights with Pravir Patel Photography - Day 4 Morn...
22/06/2026

Elephant Plains Game Lodge, Sabi Sand Nature Reserve, South Africa
Highlights with Pravir Patel Photography - Day 4 Morning and Afternoon
30 May 2026

Our morning was spent with the two Leopard cubs (cubs of the Xidulu female) we had seen the day before. At first, their mother was not with the cubs, but after some time, distant calls alerted the cubs to their mom’s presence which sent them running straight towards the calls. We followed the cubs which led us straight to mom and a few scraps of a kill up a tree. The female cub climbed straight up and began to feed, and was constantly growling at her brother whenever he attempted to climb up for a feed. The male cub united with his mother a short distance away while the female cub finished off the kill. Once all was done, the female came down and reunited with her brother and mom, who then led them off away from the kill.

During the afternoon safari we discovered another kill in the area where the Leopards were. This time it was of a large Kudu female. We had a brief visual of the male cub while mom was feeding, but there were no signs of the female cub.

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Elephant Plains Game Lodge, Sabi Sand Nature Reserve, South Africa Highlights with Pravir Patel Photography - Day 3 Morn...
22/06/2026

Elephant Plains Game Lodge, Sabi Sand Nature Reserve, South Africa
Highlights with Pravir Patel Photography - Day 3 Morning and Afternoon
29 May 2026

Our first highlight for the drive was a large pride of Lions (Nkuhumas) including ten cubs. When we entered into the sighting, we were greeted with a spectacular sight of most of the pride lying in a dry riverbed. One male (Ndhzenga coalition) was sleeping a distance away while the other was lying along the banks of the river. The main attraction was the cubs, as we were treated to an amazing sighting of them moving around from time to time and suckling.

After spending some quality time with the Lions, we started to head back to camp, and on the way, we joined a young female Leopard (Mahlowasi) sighting. She was moving along a drainage line, and for the most part it was quite tough to photograph her. But every once in a while she would stop to look around, which provided us with a few photographic opportunities.

Our afternoon’s highlight came just as it was about to get dark, as we managed to find two Leopard cubs (cubs of the Xidulu female) resting next to the road. Their mom was nowhere to be seen, probably off hunting or on territorial patrol. The cubs were extremely relaxed with our presence, allowing us to capture some great closeups of them out in the open. Once it got a bit too dark, we decided leave them as to not attract any unwanted attention from possible threats.

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21/06/2026

While sitting with this male leopard, we noticed an immediate change in his behaviour. Alerted by the distant sound of hyenas crunching on an impala carcass, he moved in to investigate. Once he had them in sight, he carefully assessed the situation before charging in and stealing part of the carcass from the three hyenas.

🐆 Mzemba male leopard
📍 Nkorho Bush Lodge, Sabi Sand Nature Reserve, South Africa



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Elephant Plains Game Lodge, Sabi Sand Nature Reserve, South Africa Highlights with Pravir Patel Photography - Day 2 Morn...
20/06/2026

Elephant Plains Game Lodge, Sabi Sand Nature Reserve, South Africa
Highlights with Pravir Patel Photography - Day 2 Morning and Afternoon
28 May 2026

We were following up on the roars of Lions as the sun was rising, but as we got closer and closer, we realised that the audio was coming from our neighbour’s property. But luckily for us, a pride of Lions (Nkuhumas) and their cubs were found feeding on a Buffalo kill on our traversing area.

When we entered into the sighting, most of the adults were feeding on the kill, while the cubs were lazing around the kill and every now and then some of them came for a quick feed. The cubs were still small, and were still reliant on their moms for nursing.

Majority of the afternoon drive was spent trying to track down a female Leopard close to camp. Her tracks were all over the show, and we finally found her (Tiyani female) resting on one of the roads. She later made her way into the Manyeleti River and walked along the banks, a prime hunting spot for Leopards.

Want to join us in 2027 and beyond? Drop us a message or email at [email protected], and let’s craft your next unforgettable adventure.
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Elephant Plains Game Lodge, Sabi Sand Nature Reserve, South Africa Highlights with Pravir Patel Photography - Day 1 Afte...
19/06/2026

Elephant Plains Game Lodge, Sabi Sand Nature Reserve, South Africa
Highlights with Pravir Patel Photography - Day 1 Afternoon
27 May 2026

Our first safari started off with multiple herds of Elephants close to camp, and one of the highlights was watching two young bulls play fighting while the rest of the herd was feeding close by.

We later entered into a sighting of a female Leopard (Makhomsava) moving along one of the boundary roads as she was scent marking her territory. We also noticed that she had clear suckle marks, a telltale sign that she has cubs.

Our last highlight for the drive was a very brief sighting of two Honey Badgers running on the road before quickly scampering off into the tall grass. Seeing them is always special, and most sightings of them are fleeting, which makes photographing them quite difficult.

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19/06/2026

An amazing end to yet another incredible safari.

Thanks to Matt, David, and the entire Nkorho Bush Lodge team for an unforgettable time.

🐆 Watika female leopard and her male cub
📍 Nkorho Bush Lodge, Sabi Sand Nature Reserve, South Africa



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17/06/2026

Male lions walking down the road.

Just another special moment from what has been an incredible trip so far.

🦁 Ndhzenga male lions
📍 Nkorho Bush Lodge, Sabi Sand Nature Reserve, South Africa



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MalaMala Game Reserve, South Africa Highlights with Pravir Patel Photography - Day 5 Morning 24 May 2026 For our last sa...
17/06/2026

MalaMala Game Reserve, South Africa
Highlights with Pravir Patel Photography - Day 5 Morning
24 May 2026

For our last safari we decided to head towards the area where we were searching for a female Leopard and her two cubs the day before. While on our way to the area, we bumped into two Lionesses (Ntsevu pride) lying right next to the road. They were just relaxing, and so we spent a couple of minutes with them and carried on with our Leopard mission.

Once in the area of the Leopards, our search had begun, and after 30 or so minutes, the alarm calls of an Impala herd led us straight to one of the youngsters (cub of the Kapen female). Mom and the other youngster were nowhere to be found, and so we carried on following the young male as he was exploring his surroundings. He later made his way onto a log to sleep in a dense set of thickets where we couldn’t really see him properly.

Our last highlight for the safari and trip was of two large male Lions (Gijima coalition) lying in the Sand River. We were hoping they would cross the river but they decided to sleep and so we let them be.

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Only 4 spaces left! 📸🐘Join us in the legendary Mashatu Game Reserve, Botswana’s Land of Giants, where dramatic landscape...
17/06/2026

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Join us in the legendary Mashatu Game Reserve, Botswana’s Land of Giants, where dramatic landscapes, massive elephant herds, and incredible predator sightings create endless photographic opportunities.

From leopards and lions to intimate wildlife encounters at world-famous photographic hides, this is a safari designed for photographers who want to come home with portfolio-worthy images and unforgettable memories.

With just 4 seats remaining, now is the time to secure your place on this incredible adventure.

📍 Mashatu, Botswana
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