"Everything in Africa bites, the safari bug worst of all"
Our Story
We are more than a safari company – we are family. A mother-and-daughter team, Caroline and Raquel, sharing a lifelong devotion to wildlife and conservation. We live this life every day. Africa was our home, in our history and in our hearts.
Born in Zimbabwe, Caroline built her career guiding in the Kruger National Park and across South Africa before settling in Hoedspruit, the centre of safari country. Years of hands-on experience, deep relationships, and intimate local knowledge shape every journey we design.
Raquel grew up on horseback along wild bush trails and is completely at ease among free-roaming animals. She leads our horseback safaris and brings our world to life through storytelling and social media, while Caroline carefully crafts each itinerary so that every moment flows effortlessly.
Travel with us, and you experience Africa in a way that is personal, meaningful, and beautifully considered. You won’t just visit – you will connect. You will see what we see and feel what we feel.
Every departure is personally hosted from arrival to farewell. With small groups of no more than eight guests, you are always known, always looked after, and free to relax into the rhythm of the bush. Extraordinary wildlife encounters sit alongside space to breathe, unwind, and absorb the magic around you.
Your African story starts here. We would love to share it with you.
Choose Your Curated Safari
7 Night Safari
Here’s what to expect: •Personally guided game drives with insights from years spent in the bush. •Stays at intimate lodges chosen for their charm, wildlife access, and warm hospitality. •Conservation experiences that take you behind the scenes with rangers and local experts. •Slow, soulful encounters with the land — sunrise coffees, star-filled evenings, and unhurried game viewing. •A journey tailored to the group, creating space for storytelling, connection, and discovery. This departure is ideal for couples, solo travellers, friends, and anyone who wants an immersive safari with a personal touch.
5 Night Horse Safari
Here’s what to expect: • Personally guided horseback safaris led by experienced horse safari guides, with Sandfire Safaris hosting and support throughout. • Rides through varied bush landscapes, often alongside plains game such as giraffe, zebra, antelope, and wildebeest. • Carefully selected, intimate lodge or safari camp accommodation with a strong sense of place and comfort. • Time to connect — both in the saddle and off — with relaxed evenings, shared meals, and fireside conversations. • A thoughtfully paced journey balancing exhilarating rides with rest, reflection, and meaningful connection to the land. This departure is ideal for confident riders seeking an immersive, active safari experience with a strong emphasis on nature, authenticity, and connection.
