Amy Jackson's Adventurous South African Holiday Gave Her The Chance To Practise Her Wildlife Photography

It is the dream of most wildlife photographers to experience the wilderness of South Africa. We never expected that Amy Jackson too would have harboured a fondness for the activity. She is currently on a South African safari, where she is giving wings to her hobby of wildlife photography. The actress spent “the most incredible days Bush Walking and practising” her photography skills in Qwabi, which is a Private Game Reserve offering an authentic safari outing, set in one of only two UNESCO-declared savanna biospheres in Africa. She shared the album on Instagram featuring glimpses of the Southern masked weaver bird and hippopotamuses submerged in water, all under the supervision of safari guide Marlon du Toit. 

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Qwabi is famous for its diverse flora and fauna. Within the reserve, photographers can appreciate the true beauty of nature. Located in the Limpopo Province of South Africa, the area is home to the “Big Five” roaming freely on the reserve. The Big Five refers to the most dangerous wild animals in Africa to hunt on foot including lions, leopards, rhinoceros, elephants, and buffaloes. This gives wildlife photographers a rare opportunity to capture the legendary wild beasts in their natural habitat. 

The Qwabi Private Game Reserve also houses spotted cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and brown hyenas. A little patience is all you need to spot the magnificent Ground Hornbill, which has now become a critically endangered species. Uncommon birds such as the white-backed night herons and aardvarks can also be captured on camera. Qwabi serves as a refuge for the white rhino population and consists of South Africa's most prolific Cape vulture breeding colonies, making the spot perfect for some raptor spotting.  

For a more thrilling encounter, join the rangers and embark on a safari walk to discover the hidden world of smaller creatures, stunning plants, and other geological marvels. 

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