Welcome to our African Photo Safari Blog
Out of Africa Challenge 2025
Explore the winning, runner-up and highly commended photographs from the Out of Africa category in the Pangolin Photo Challenge 2025. This gallery showcases exceptional wildlife photography captured beyond the African continent, highlighting creative vision, technical skill and unique moments in nature as photographers document remarkable species and landscapes from around the world.
Birds of the World Challenge 2025
Explore the winning, runner-up and highly commended photographs from the Birds of the World category in the 2025 Pangolin Photo Challenge. This collection showcases exceptional bird photography from around the globe, captured by talented photographers using a variety of techniques, lenses and camera settings to document remarkable avian moments in diverse habitats and lighting conditions.
Meet the Pro with Walter Aaron
In this Pangolin Podcast, Botswana-born wildlife photographer and Pangolin Photo Host Walter Aaron shares the stories behind some of his favourite images and the journey that shaped his career. From growing up surrounded by wildlife to guiding photographic safaris in Chobe, Walter discusses his creative approach, passion for low-angle photography, and his commitment to mentoring the next generation of Batswana photographers.
Meet the Pro with Mark Dumbleton
In this episode of the Pangolin Podcast, acclaimed South African wildlife photographer Mark Dumbleton joins the conversation to share the stories behind some of his most powerful images. From dramatic encounters in the African bush to lessons learned over nearly two decades behind the lens, Mark reveals his approach to visual storytelling, wildlife photography, and the creative process that brings his images to life.
Meet the Pro with Pusetso Nteta
Meet rising Botswana wildlife photographer Pusetso Nteta in this episode of the The Pangolin Podcast. From her journey as a Pangolin intern to becoming a respected photo host and guide, Pusetso shares the stories behind her favourite images, her passion for wildlife in Chobe, and the experiences that shaped her creative vision behind the lens.
Meet the Pro with Villiers Steyn
In this episode of the Pangolin Podcast, host Toby Jermyn welcomes South African wildlife photographer, safari guide, and educator Villiers Steyn. Villiers shares his journey from pursuing a background in nature conservation to becoming a full-time YouTuber through his brand, the Safari Expert.
Meet the Pro with Greg Du Toit
Discover wildlife photographer Greg du Toit's exceptional journey through Africa's wild places, his unique in-camera style, and the stories behind his iconic photographs, including his thrilling accounts of sitting in waterholes and capturing intimate wildlife moments.
Meet the Pro with Jongman
In this Pangolin Podcast, we’re turning our spotlight onto Jongman, a passionate wildlife photographer and photo host at Pangolin Photo Safaris, who shares his remarkable journey from architecture to capturing the raw beauty of wildlife.