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The Evening I Met Tiyani

A leopard moving through the middle of the lodge at sunset. Meet Tiyani and Tortoise Pan, the two leopards who made Silvan Safari's ground their own.by Louw Lemmer

How Silvan Stays With You

The animals are why you book at Silvan Safari. The people are why you struggle to leave. On the last drive to the airstrip, goodbye is the hardest part.by Louw Lemmer

A Sabi Sand wild dog pack looking for a den, with a lion pride in the vicinity

Eight wild dogs. A pregnant alpha days from a den. The Nkuhuma pride in the same drainage. Field observations from Silvan Safari's head guide.by Louw Lemmer

The Giants of the Sabi Sand

Meet the elephants of the Sabi Sand. How these intelligent giants shape the reserve, live within its rhythms, and define the Silvan Safari experience.by Brad Mitchell
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The Silvan Story – Where it All Began
The Silvan Story – Where it All Began

January 10, 2024

Discover how Silvan Safari came to life, from David Ryan's vision to becoming Africa's leading luxury lodge.

by Brad Mitchell
Six of The Best: Silvan Safari is Africa’s Leading Luxury Lodge Again!
Six of The Best: Silvan Safari is Africa’s Leading Luxury Lodge Again!

October 16, 2023

We're proud to announce Silvan Safari has won Africa's Leading Luxury Lodge for the sixth consecutive year.

by Savannah St Claire
Silvan Safari Has Reopened – And is Looking Better Than Ever!
Silvan Safari Has Reopened – And is Looking Better Than Ever!

September 1, 2023

Silvan Safari has a refreshed look and we're excited to welcome you back. Discover what's new at Africa's leading luxury lodge.

by Brad Mitchell
Fine Dining in the Bush
Fine Dining in the Bush

August 29, 2022

It's fair to assume that people don't go on a safari for the food, but fine dining in the bush at Silvan Safari might just change your mind.

by Savannah St Claire
A Silvan Summer and What to Expect
A Silvan Summer and What to Expect

January 6, 2022

A Silvan summer is a unique time of year. Discover what wildlife and experiences await during the summer season.

by Brad Mitchell
We’re World Leaders Once Again
We’re World Leaders Once Again

December 16, 2021

Silvan Safari has done it yet again. We're thrilled to be recognized as a world leader in luxury safari.

by Brad Mitchell
An (Unfortunate) Elephant Buffet
An (Unfortunate) Elephant Buffet

December 9, 2021

We recently came across a young elephant carcass. Discover what happens when nature takes its course.

by Brad Mitchell
Meeting Africa’s Ghost
Meeting Africa’s Ghost

December 3, 2021

Seeing the endangered pangolin is a rare honour. Find out what happened when we encountered this shy creature on our reserve.

by Brad Mitchell
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