By Heather Weaver, Tasimba Co-Founder Of all the many travel choices you could make, why safari? In the grand tapestry of worldwide destinations, there is an unmistakable lure to Africa. Since 2015, we’ve been on countless safaris and, speaking from…
In nature, every day is Mother's Day where a mother’s care and nurturing is found in the many matriarchs of the wild. In a celebration of love, strength, and guidance, we turn our gaze to the natural world, where motherhood…
In the bush, experienced guides will tell you that there are stories told by the tracks of every animal. But tracking in the wild is not just a case of following footprints in the ground. There are countless clues that…
Into the wild this October? Why not? This fall, Tasimba once again offers our unique safari experience that transcends traditional journeys into the African wild. It's an opportunity to immerse yourself in a vast pristine wilderness, to engage deeply with…
Anyone who has ever been on safari will surely tell you that every day is extraordinary. Since co-founding Tasimba in 2015, I have been privileged to spend many wonderful weeks in the African wilderness. I’ve witnessed many amazing wonders of…
With excitement and optimism, we enter another New Year and reflect with gratitude and humility on the story of Tasimba. The story began in 2015 when longtime business partners Hugh Coppen and Heather Weaver set out to create a unique,…
During a recent Tasimba safari, a guest leaned over to me on the third day and said, "You know, Hugh, I'm mad at you!" Curious, I asked, "What have I done?" With a smile, he replied, "You didn't tell me…
Eight years ago, we chose the name Tasimba because in Shona it means “together we are strong”. Since then, on every one of our safaris we have seen evidence of our name. When our guests choose to join a Tasimba…
In a world in which time is becoming more and more compressed, Tasimba is proud to share our safari secret: the gift of time. Most safari goers are booked in 2 or 3-night stays at a series of different camps…
African wildlife is often thought about in terms of five iconic animals: Lion, Elephant, Rhino, Buffalo and Leopard. Collectively known as the Big 5, their prominence stems from the days when hunters on foot considered them the most challenging and…
At Tasimba, unlike other safaris, our trips are 24/7 hosted, providing a range of benefits and advantages that enhance every aspect of your journey. We do everything we can to ensure our guests have a truly unforgettable safari that will…
Nothing but breathing the air of Africa, and actually walking through it, can communicate the indescribable sensations” - William Burchell As soon as you can! Seriously, we get asked this question all the time, and the truth is that we…
The only thing better than experiencing a really great safari is to experience two in a row!” - Tasimba We love our job! We host a unique, week-long deep immersion into the African wilderness, introducing our wonderful guests to amazing wildlife,…
I never knew of a morning in Africa that I woke up and was not happy.” - Ernest Hemingway Wow! Just wow! That’s what our guests kept on saying every day on our fantastic, just-ended Lokuthula Clan safari. Starting at…
Whoever you are, come travel with me! Traveling with me you find what never tires. The earth never tires. I swear to you there are divine things more beautiful than words can tell.” ― Excerpts from “Song of the Open…
