SAFARI FRANK
Safari guide and co-founder of SAFARI FRANK. Frank has been going on safari into Big Five country since he was five years old. Today he runs the family business with his father, who has spent even longer travelling and exploring Africa's wild places. As a company, SAFARI FRANK has spent the past decade designing tailor-made African safaris, backed by more than 25 years of first-hand safari experience.
Frank’s childhood was deeply intertwined with the African wilderness. Regular visits to his family’s holiday home in the Greater Kruger National Park laid the foundation for his profound connection to nature. This early exposure saw him spend countless hours learning about Africa’s diverse ecosystems, from tracking leopards to understanding the intricate balance of the Lowveld ecosystem.
His move to Australia at 12 did little to diminish this passion. Regular trips back to South Africa and its neighboring countries deepened his bond with the continent. Recognizing his true calling, Frank returned to South Africa for an intensive safari guide training program, during which he met Gesa, his future wife and partner in many adventures.
Today, as a co-founder of SAFARI FRANK, he leverages over two decades of safari experience in Big 5 terrain to offer unparalleled experiences to guests. Specializing in Photographic & Birding Safaris, Frank guides guests through some of Africa’s most pristine locations.
His expertise also extends to wildlife photography, a skill honed alongside Gesa. Together, they have embarked on photographic assignments across Africa, capturing the continent’s beauty and sharing it with the world.
Frank’s deep-rooted connection to Africa, combined with his extensive field experience, makes him a sought-after guide and wildlife photographer, ensuring that every safari experience is both educational and unforgettable.
The following safari might not be for everybody, probably especially not for first-timers on safari. Although we think it should be. On our recent trip to Tanzania, we discovered the Serengeti’s best-kept secret. And naturally, we want to share it with you:
Zambia – what a hidden gem! It is no secret that we have fallen for this landlocked country in southern Africa with its natural attractions...
Name: Andreas & Gabriela Caviezel Travel time: August 2018 Type of Safari: Mobile, lodges and walking safari in Botswana with Frank and Gesa. Started in...
Name: Luke and Margaret Best Time of Travel: August 2018 Type of Travel: Lodges in the Greater Kruger National Park 3 words...
Name: Antonio Wildenboer Time of Travel: August 2018 Type of Travel: Fundrasing mountain bike event through Botswana (Tuli Block) and Zimbabwe 3 words describing your...
Name: Lisa Pfitzer Time of Travel: June/July 2018 Destinations and type of safari: – Oddballs’ Camp: a little paradise in the heart of the Okavango...
We’ve recently concluded an extensive expedition across Southern Africa, meticulously curating the most exceptional locations for your ultimate safari experience. Our profound appreciation for elephants...
At SAFARI FRANK we focus on one thing especially – apart from an authentic wilderness experience and incredible animal sightings – WE FOCUS ON THE...
From Kruger’s Wild North to the Legendary Sabi Sands Introduction: Why These 5 South African Safari Lodges Stand Out South Africa is home to some...
1. Elephants, elephants, elephants. Roughly 130.000 elephants roam the country of Botswana – most of them situated in the North of the country. Huge herds...
Thank you to everyone to donated in our IAPF campaign. We raised over $1000 which will be donated to the organisation in the next few...
On the 22nd September it was World Rhino Day. A day for the rhinos. Organisations around the world got their message out and all of...
Guest Name: Sarah Pfenning Time of travel: September 2017 Destinations and Safari Type: 2 week safari guide course in South Africa 3 words...
As we go live with the first auction of rhino horn I think we are all a bit scared! What will happen? How can this...
Guest Name: Nicole Radfeld & Frank Biesenbach Time of travel: June 2017 Destinations and Safari Type: Guided Safari through South...
Guest Name: Susan Gilles Time of travel: June 2017 Destinations: Greater Kruger National Park, South Africa Safari type: Rhino Conservation Tour 3 words...
21 confirmed poaching incidents within a week! The unconfirmed stats are around the 31 which is probably closer to the true figure. It is very...
The Fight is against rhino poaching. As I find myself meeting more and more people who are in charge of keeping South Africa’s rhinos safe,...
