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The Hidden World of Sound – Sound Safaris at Sashwa

This month in Reflections from the River, Joosje Heringa shares her first impressions of one of the more unique offerings at Sashwa – a sound safari. The sound safari has been something I’ve been looking forward to for a while. Just thinking about the experience already gave me goosebumps: an amplifier placed on the front … Read more

Are we losing our connection? The transformative power of a reset in nature.

Do you ever find yourself enjoying a meal with family or friends before realising that you’re not actually connecting? A quiet shift has happened in the way we spend time together. Conversations pause for notifications, silence is quickly filled, and even in shared spaces, attention moves elsewhere. In a world where we can be instantly … Read more

The Art of Listening: Introducing Sound Safaris at Sashwa River of Stars

The vehicle hums softly to life. A dawn breeze moves through the bushveld, carrying with it the scent of dust mixed with the earthy aroma of elephants. Somewhere ahead, a francolin calls – sharp, insistent – then silence again. You slip on the headset and suddenly, the world expands. Every rustle, every breath of wind, … Read more

In Conversation with Ian: Sashwa’s Head Guide

If you’ve spent time at Sashwa, you’ve likely crossed paths with Ian – our Head Guide and a cornerstone of the guest experience here. Calm, thoughtful, and endlessly fascinated by the natural world, Ian embodies the philosophy of slow safari. His approach to guiding isn’t about rushing from one sighting to the next, but about … Read more