Legends of the Wild 

Information and FAQ

The Recce - So we began to hear about this camp as a place to go and photograph a regularly seen black leopard but we ignored it as we didn't want to gamble on a safari for just one single animal as many things could happen before the trip. Then, after speaking to local guides, it became apparent that the camp and the surrounding area has become a real hotspot for leopards so we decided to go and have a 6 drive, 3 night recce. Wow is all we can say!!! We photographed leopards on EVERY drive, tracking off road when needed, and had just simply incredible access to these normally elusive cats. All the images you see in this brochure were taken during these 6 drives, it was simply incredible. We saw a mixture of males and females, plus a 9 month old cub who was amazing. In fact this cub was the highlight of the trip as we spent two hours alone with him sleeping in the clear less than 10m from our vehicle. Incredible.

The leopards - they are present because of the density of prey species locally, we saw Dik Diks literally every 10 ft!  We generally find the leopards when they are walking / patrolling their territory or hunting. This means they are moving a lot, which gives us a variety of habitats to photograph them in, and lots of changing light too. We do night drives here, as the leopards are used to it, you can get very different images and all lights are pointed with total respect and they are not illuminated when hunting as you can see here….

Leopard carrying its prey in its mouth at night, against a dark background.

The Vehicles - the vehicles were superbly adapted for what we needed, driven by real leopard loving experts complete with a local spotter too. The vehicles have low angle shooting holes and lots of space as they are open so you can shoot from a variety of angles. With off road driving and priority for our vehicles you have the best chances of getting some awesome pictures of leopards.

The Camp - we will be in our own private camp just 5 minutes drive from their main camp, it's secluded and on the banks of the river. It has the feeling of a mobile camp yet with permanent cottages, rustic and comfortable. They have basic furniture, mossie nets, private bathrooms and shower (under the stars sometimes) with 24 hour hot water and are nice places to be. A perfectly good place for us and with such an "out of africa" charm. Food is a simple buffet with a main course, sides and a desert. Special diets can be catered for. A brunch will be taken at a special location in the bush on some mornings, at the camp there is a lovely open boma where we can eat and relax during the day. The camp is very eco focussed, it is dependant on solar power and uses all sustainable tourism principles. It's private and Andy loved it.

Here are some images of daily life tracking leopards plus our lovely exclusive camp…

Close-up of a leopard walking in front of a safari vehicle with tourists observing.
Empty safari vehicle with beige seats and a blue plaid blanket on the floor, parked on a dirt road with bushes in the background.
Wooden deck with chairs at sunset
Rustic outdoor bathroom with a toilet, pedestal sink, shower, potted plant, and woven wall decor under a wooden roof.
A person in a safari vehicle taking photographs with a telephoto lens, surrounded by bushland.
Open-top safari vehicle with seating under a canopy, parked near a tree in a natural setting.
Rustic open-air lounge with wicker furniture, woven ceiling, and tripod telescope setup, featuring colorful rugs and decorative pottery, suggesting a cozy, nature-inspired interior.
Eco-friendly bedroom with a rustic thatched roof, canopy bed, colorful striped rug, and wooden furniture.
Man smiling in a safari jeep on a dirt road
Interior of an open-air safari vehicle with empty gray seats and a person wearing a camouflage outfit. A blue plaid blanket is visible on a seat. The background shows a dry, brushy landscape under a clear sky.
Rustic hut with wicker chairs on porch surrounded by greenery.
Rustic outdoor seating area with wicker chairs under a thatched roof, surrounded by scenic nature view.
Black panther holding a small animal in its mouth at night.

The Guide Team

Lots of people run safaris, what separates our expeditions is the experienced guide team that we have, plus the Travel Trust Association bonding that protects your holiday money from supplier failure. Your guide for this trip will be Andy Rouse.

Andy Rouse sitting on a grassy hill beside a pond, holding a large camera lens and smiling. The person is wearing a green shirt, shorts, and red shoes, with sunglasses on their head. The background features trees and a hazy sky.

Andy Rouse

Perhaps a little about Andy for those that have never worked with him before. Andy has won over 28 major international awards, been a pro for nearly 25 years and has led photographic expeditions all over the world. He prides himself in only offering the very best destinations, and has built a reputation as one of the best photographic safari guides in the world. Put simply, if you book a WildBunch safari, you can rest assured that you will be guided by one of the best in the business. Andy’s safari’s are always packed with fantastic opportunities, expert guidance and a drive to get the very best for his clients, as well as being a lot of fun - you are on holiday after all!

Andy shoots with the Sony A1 Mark II, but rest assured no matter what system you use, Andy will be able to help you get the most from your system and yourself.

Away from work he is a proud husband, Dad and West Ham fan!

Leopard walking on a dirt path in a savanna with shrubs and trees.

Travel Trust Association

Now we know that there are a lot of people out there offering photographic tours, however rest assured that this safari is backed by the Travel Trust Association (TTA). The TTA is an independent trade organisation of tour operators that we are proud members of. The TTA provides guarantees for your booking with us in two forms.

The first is that all monies are deposited to a trustee managed trust bank account and any payments to / from them have to be authorised at several levels. 

Secondly your booking is protected by the TTA Safe Seat Plan and Supplier Failure Cover, both of which are insurance policies to protect your money from fraud and supplier failure. 

We include the costs of these policies automatically in your booking fee, so that you can have total financial confidence in us, and your booking with us, as a trusted and reputable tour operator. 

Further details of our TTA membership can be found by clicking here.

Travel Trust Association logo with text "Your Holidays 100% Financially Protected" and identifier "X8091" in blue font.
Leopard lying in grass and foliage, looking alert and relaxed, with a natural blurred background.