We work with a network of trusted partners to bring you the most unique safari experiences possible.
SAFARI FRANK forges endearing long-term relationships with our partners who are comprised of leading content creators, photographers and adventure specialists. These are often, like us, smaller owner operated boutique suppliers or industry leading individuals in a particular specialist field.
What makes these collaborations truly special is that you can only experience these exclusive tours through SAFARI FRANK. You won’t find these trips on any other booking site or travel brochure – each one is born from a genuine partnership and shared passion for Africa. Whether it’s learning advanced photography techniques from award-winning masters, discovering hidden locations known only to seasoned explorers, or accessing private conservancies through decades-old relationships, these experiences exist solely because of the personal connections we’ve built over years.
This approach ensures that your safari is not only planned based on specialist knowledge, but also executed by renowned ‘legends’ who bring their distinct perspective and exclusive access to create something truly unrepeatable.
Our Tour Leaders:
Craig Parry (Photographer)
Global Sony Ambassador Craig Parry is a multi-award-winning nature and landscape photographer of international acclaim. Craig’s work aims to present subjects in their natural environment in a manner which seeks to connect audiences with the environment. Portraying the obvious as abstract, his images are engaging and beautiful at the same time.
Growing up in Byron Bay, Northern NSW, Australia Craig worked hard at mastering his craft before making a life-changing decision and becoming a full-time professional photographer in 2004 – a defining moment in his life.
Craig’s stature as a photographer was indisputably confirmed with his receipt of the award ‘International Landscape Photo of the Year’ (2014) for his image Life & Death, in addition to taking out the award for Outdoor Magazine ‘Underwater Photograph of the Year’ (2014) for his image Fin Swipe. His most recent award- 1st place- The Ghost- Competition: Golden Turtle International Photography Competition- Category: The Under Water World (2017).
His work regularly sees him travelling to all corners of the globe in pursuit of new adventures and unique encounters.
Jason Charles Hill (Photographer)
Jason Charles Hill is an accomplished explorer, creative and photographer based on the East Coast of Australia. With a passion for adventuring wild & off beat destinations, Jason’s Imagery can be characterised by his desire to travel, photograph & be outdoors. His unique perspective & vision have earned him many opportunities to work on countless campaigns internationally through his photography – establishing himself as a global presence & influence.
Emilie Ritevski (Photographer)
Forever wandering with a camera in her hand – Emilie Ristevski is an Australian based creative. Built upon natural light and curiosity, her work gathers beautiful moments together to simply tell stories through the images she curates.
With an innate sense of adventure, Emilie’s collection of work documents her appreciation for the beauty found within this world. Her distinctive style of imagery has led her to work with many clients internationally – traveling and photographing this journey, wherever it may take her.
David Stowe (Photographer)
Dave is a full time Accredited Professional Photographer and AIPP Master of Photography. He was Overall Winner of 2015 Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year. Other achievements include being awarded the AIPP NSW Nature Photographer of the Year three times in the last 5 years. With almost 25 years experience, his love and expertise in photography extends from weddings to wildlife, with a passion for the art of image making and teaching.
Ben Southall (Adventurer)
Ben is an Adventurepreneur best known for winning The Best Job in the World to become the Caretaker of the Islands of the Great Barrier Reef in 2009. Ben has kayaked 2000km along the Great Barrier Reef, set world records running up the tallest mountains in Australia and completing the nine Great Walks of New Zealand in nine days. Ben works as a television presenter, cameraman and producer for NatGeo and The Travel Channel filming documentaries around the world. He’s circumnavigated Africa and driven from Singapore to London in his faithful Land Rover, Colonel Mustard, and is the founder of Best Life Adventures – an adventure travel company, which takes adventurous minds to some of the most extreme wilderness areas on the planet.
See safaris with Ben here.
Shari of Sole Yoga Holidays (Yoga Instructor and retreat leader)
“Yoga has brought me so much joy over the years. It is a never-ending journey filled with friendship, travel, excitement and love. There is always something new to learn and I can’t wait to see where the next adventure takes me and who will be coming along for the ride!“
Shari discovered the unlimited and positive effects of a consistent yoga practice over 18 years ago in San Francisco, California. Her journey included numerous disciplines, but it wasn’t until Ashtanga that she found her true yoga passion and was certified in 2010 in Florence, Italy (her other passion!). She now enjoys teaching a vigorous, playful and challenging vinyasa flow class accompanied by an equally dynamic playlist. Shari has been leading yoga retreats and holidays for over 8 years in amazing locations from Greece to Israel to Morocco and all over her adopted and gorgeous country, Italy.
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