“Reconnection to the natural world is fundamental to human health, well-being, spirit, and survival.” – Richard Louv I recently read a book called “Our Wild Calling” by Richard Louv. Its subtitle tells you why it is such an inspiring read:…
When this is all over – as it will be one day – we will all need time to recover and refresh. People all over the world are experiencing what is referred to in the leadership world as VUCA –…
The human animal thrives on social reconnection. We’ve always known that and we’ve always taken it for granted. It is the lifeblood of our society. Then three months ago, within a matter of days, we were suddenly deprived of our…
While around one-third of the world’s population has been in some sort of lockdown, this Mothers’ Day Mother Nature herself has a message for us. Her messengers have been many of her wildlife species who have started to come into…
For many species in nature, life-threatening stress is a daily occurrence. On Ngamo plains, close to Tasimba’s home safari camp in Zimbabwe, animals that roam there are either predator or prey. If you’re an impala, a wildebeest, a zebra, or…
Many readers of this newsletter and many Tasimba guests are leaders in business, in their communities or in society. Our CEO Hugh Coppen, who is a leadership coach and consultant (when he is not leading our safaris!) has published an…
“Take only photos, leave only footprints” is a phrase you will hear in some of the world’s most pristine places. You’ll certainly hear it on our Tasimba safari where we willingly observe it and would do so even if it…
One of the things that many guests struggle with when they first come to Africa is how to manage the harsh light during the day in their photos. It’s a new light they haven’t experienced before, with the tropical sun…
When we and our Tasimba guests are out on a walking safari, we’re privileged to be led by Africa’s most highly qualified Pro Guides. As we walk, our Guide is constantly doing two things: looking forward to pick the best…
Written by Tasimba Guest Contributor, Adrienne Palmer Kubatana Clan, November 2019 Safari Our transformational experience from our Tasimba safari is embodied in a wooden carved elephant that I brought home from my trip. When I look at her, I can…
Keystone species in nature are those that create a beneficial outcome for other species. Elephants are Africa’s iconic keystone species. Bees are perhaps the most common keystone species in the world. There are many more, like sharks, sea otters and…
Tasimba is an inspiring journey of personal growth that stimulates your innate curiosity, your self-awareness and your sense of discovery. It will engrave indelible memories of Africa on your heart and soul. The “Tasimba – It’s Time” video captures the…
Who Needs to Be Inspired? You have to leave the city of your comfort and go into the wilderness of your intuition. What you'll discover will be wonderful. What you'll discover is yourself." – Alan Alda Spoiler alert: the title…
A heavy rainstorm certainly did not dampen the fun at our third annual Wine & Cheese event, held on January 16th in San Francisco. We were delighted to welcome back Clan members from all 4 previous Tasimba Safari Experiences and…
If all we did on a Tasimba safari was to share with you the prolific wildlife of our private wilderness, you’d find it amazing and unforgettable. But we add so much more to make it a truly inspiring experience. One…
