My wife and I went to Elephant Plains Game lodge in Sabi Sands at Zali’s recommendation and we couldn’t be happier. The lodge, the food, the staff, the ranger & tracker and the game viewing was great, but the number and quality of Leopard sightings was especially fantastic.
Zali arranged everything for us. Their service was straightforward and uncomplicated – in other words everything you could ask for.
We will definitely be contacting them again when we start planning our next safari

It is extremely difficult to write a partial review of the safari experience with Zali. It’s definitely a be there moment, but I’ll give it a shot. From a purely wildlife viewing perspective, I would rank the zali team amongst the best in Africa, after all there is nowhere else on the continent to rival places like the Sabi Sands for the high probability of seeing all of the Big Five with viewing accuracy while on safari. Zali safari boasts the best big cat viewing. If it’s wildlife you after, then Zali will not disappoint. Zali has the added bonus of also offering halaal meals prepared to your liking,impeccable service offering private safari vehicles for families even with young children, providing peace of mind and ensuring that your safari experience would be nothing short of excellent.
This is the team to choose if you want to get up close and personal with the usually illusive charismatic cats. Zali is sure to make your safari experience fun and memorable.
Imtiaz,Sumayya, Mahdiyya and Zeenat

To sum it up the whole trip was effortless !!! Zaheer knew exactly what we were looking for in our first time safari experience. We opted for chitwa chitwa because of the private pools in our villa, Daniel and Beth our trackers were amazing and Never a dull moment with their vast knowledge of all the wildlife, birds and trees – Zaheer kept in check with us throughout our stay, the whole experience was truly memorable and our children can’t wait to visit again.

I never thought I would say this as Leopards make me weak at the knees everytime. Having gone on Mashatu experience with Zali, not only were we in awe with the beautiful scenery but my dream came true.. the day I could happily say.. I have had my Leppie fill. Thank you for fulfilling my dream and exposing us to the beautiful Mashatu.

Mala Mala has been on our dream list for as long as we can remember. When we saw that Zali Safari was offering some limited SADC rates to visit Mala Mala, we got in touch with them to assist us with the booking process. From the minute we expressed interest in going ahead with the booking, the quotation, the invoice and the confirmation, was done within the space of 24 hours. Over and above the booking facilitation, we were also assisted with some expert advice on photographic gear. Once we were settled in at the lodge, we were checked up on by Zaheer himself, to make sure that all was in order and that we were satisfied with our room and our experience, so far. The actual Mala Mala experience was a trip of an absolute lifetime – honestly, something we’d never experienced before – an indescribable magic. It’s safe to say that we were heartbroken to have to leave. An unforgettable experience. Thank you, Zali Team, for assisting us with experiencing the Mala Mala magic!