Mark Henson
@safarikznmark.bsky.social
Traveller, South Africa, KwaZulu Natal. Was once called a safari expert! Rhinos, Wildlife, Cricket, Rugby, Bunnychow. Book SA with us... www.safarikzn.com
oday #valentinesday marks 32 years since I returned home from that 1st one off trip to #kZN #SouthAfrica A trip that literally changed my life in so many ways. I have just returned again from what has been a journey of mixed emotions. Please take a read safarikzn.com/twenty-years...
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I can still remember stepping out of the plane & walking down the steps to the tarmac at the old Virginia Airport in Durban. It was January 1994 & it felt like I was in a bread oven with the heat & hu...
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February 14, 2026 at 7:50 AM
oday #valentinesday marks 32 years since I returned home from that 1st one off trip to #kZN #SouthAfrica A trip that literally changed my life in so many ways. I have just returned again from what has been a journey of mixed emotions. Please take a read safarikzn.com/twenty-years...
Great things come in pairs. I sat & watched this pair graze their way to water on a blisteringly hot afternoon. Imagine seeing #rhinos in the wild on a #rhinofriday Talk to us & lets make it happen. #safari #wildlife #conservation #southafrica
February 13, 2026 at 7:38 AM
Great things come in pairs. I sat & watched this pair graze their way to water on a blisteringly hot afternoon. Imagine seeing #rhinos in the wild on a #rhinofriday Talk to us & lets make it happen. #safari #wildlife #conservation #southafrica
Are you ready for pools with views? Please give some serious #thursdaythoughts to these & so many more seriously stunning locations. #kznhasitall ...
#holiday #safari #roadtrips #kwazulunatal #southafrica
#holiday #safari #roadtrips #kwazulunatal #southafrica
February 12, 2026 at 7:54 AM
Are you ready for pools with views? Please give some serious #thursdaythoughts to these & so many more seriously stunning locations. #kznhasitall ...
#holiday #safari #roadtrips #kwazulunatal #southafrica
#holiday #safari #roadtrips #kwazulunatal #southafrica
The biggest mammals on earth call this home. Are you ready to #safari on a #wildlifewednesday There are incredible places awaiting us all where where Africa's #wildlife roams freely. #kwazulunatal #southafrica #elephants
February 11, 2026 at 8:17 AM
The biggest mammals on earth call this home. Are you ready to #safari on a #wildlifewednesday There are incredible places awaiting us all where where Africa's #wildlife roams freely. #kwazulunatal #southafrica #elephants
Travel with purpose & the land will reveal all that it holds. Lets keep it simple ..... #traveltuesday #safari #kwazulunatal #southafrica #gamedrive
February 10, 2026 at 7:30 AM
Travel with purpose & the land will reveal all that it holds. Lets keep it simple ..... #traveltuesday #safari #kwazulunatal #southafrica #gamedrive
Over the coming weeks, from home, we will bring you more from these last WOW kZN #roadtrips It was all about the beach berg & bush. Maybe my face for radio & #podcasts will see me find a podcast partner? #safari #holiday #kwazulunatal #southafrica
February 9, 2026 at 7:23 AM
Over the coming weeks, from home, we will bring you more from these last WOW kZN #roadtrips It was all about the beach berg & bush. Maybe my face for radio & #podcasts will see me find a podcast partner? #safari #holiday #kwazulunatal #southafrica
When you travel to #kwazulunatal #southafrica be prepared to emerge from under a woodland canopy & be greeted by proteas, blue sky & mountain peaks. Are you ready to reach new heights in your #travels & explore the #drakensberg #mountains
February 8, 2026 at 8:35 AM
When you travel to #kwazulunatal #southafrica be prepared to emerge from under a woodland canopy & be greeted by proteas, blue sky & mountain peaks. Are you ready to reach new heights in your #travels & explore the #drakensberg #mountains
A massive thank you to you all across the social media platforms for the continued support. It all started for me 32 years ago here in #durban & its been 20 years since www.safarikzn.com was launched. It was as it is now all about encouraging others to visit #kwazulunatal #southafrica #holiday
February 7, 2026 at 8:44 AM
A massive thank you to you all across the social media platforms for the continued support. It all started for me 32 years ago here in #durban & its been 20 years since www.safarikzn.com was launched. It was as it is now all about encouraging others to visit #kwazulunatal #southafrica #holiday
The biggest reward more often than not comes before sunrise. As mom tried to sleep her calf kept eyes & ears on us. #blackrhino for a #rhinofriday Are you ready for an early start #safari in #southafrica #conservation
February 6, 2026 at 7:48 AM
The biggest reward more often than not comes before sunrise. As mom tried to sleep her calf kept eyes & ears on us. #blackrhino for a #rhinofriday Are you ready for an early start #safari in #southafrica #conservation
It didn't rain, dogs were elusive but there were cats. My last #WildlifeWednesday on #safari in #kwazulunatal #southafrica for this WOW KZN #roadtrip I have been incredibly lucky over the years & this #adventuretravel #holiday for #wildlife was up there with the best. #cheetah
February 4, 2026 at 5:15 AM
It didn't rain, dogs were elusive but there were cats. My last #WildlifeWednesday on #safari in #kwazulunatal #southafrica for this WOW KZN #roadtrip I have been incredibly lucky over the years & this #adventuretravel #holiday for #wildlife was up there with the best. #cheetah
There are so many reasons to visit #kwazulunatal #southafrica but I guess a #safari is the big one. In between just enjoying the moment I try & capture a little bit of it. And dawn for me is the best time to find #lions 🦁 #traveltuesday #roadtrips #wildlife
February 3, 2026 at 5:41 AM
There are so many reasons to visit #kwazulunatal #southafrica but I guess a #safari is the big one. In between just enjoying the moment I try & capture a little bit of it. And dawn for me is the best time to find #lions 🦁 #traveltuesday #roadtrips #wildlife
I often refer to myself, in the words of Simon Barnes, as a bad birdwatcher. But last week I helped my nephew Jack add around 30 birds to his list. #kwazulunatal #southafrica is a #birding hotspot. My first #lilacbreastedroller for a while...#safari #travel
February 2, 2026 at 7:02 AM
I often refer to myself, in the words of Simon Barnes, as a bad birdwatcher. But last week I helped my nephew Jack add around 30 birds to his list. #kwazulunatal #southafrica is a #birding hotspot. My first #lilacbreastedroller for a while...#safari #travel
I thought as founder of #worldbunnychowday I should mention that I have eaten the best thing since sliced bread to come out of #durban on this #roadtrip The humble #curry in a loaf that is the #bunnychow #holiday #foodforfoodies #foodies #southafrica
February 1, 2026 at 7:19 AM
I thought as founder of #worldbunnychowday I should mention that I have eaten the best thing since sliced bread to come out of #durban on this #roadtrip The humble #curry in a loaf that is the #bunnychow #holiday #foodforfoodies #foodies #southafrica
Sadly not a year in the wild for me but quality time spent in the wild surrounded by Africa's iconic #wildlife. I take my #safari time seriously but we all need to relax between #gamedrivesightings smile & where appropriate take the pith along. Are you ready for #kwazulunatal #southafrica 🐘🦏🐃🦁🐆🦒
January 31, 2026 at 4:45 AM
Sadly not a year in the wild for me but quality time spent in the wild surrounded by Africa's iconic #wildlife. I take my #safari time seriously but we all need to relax between #gamedrivesightings smile & where appropriate take the pith along. Are you ready for #kwazulunatal #southafrica 🐘🦏🐃🦁🐆🦒
Somewhere in a muddy water hole, & beside it, tranquility reigns. To be in places like this means so much to me. Who would have thought that a boy from the middle of England would find himself here. #rhinofriday #rhinos #wildlife #safari #southafrica
January 30, 2026 at 10:15 AM
Somewhere in a muddy water hole, & beside it, tranquility reigns. To be in places like this means so much to me. Who would have thought that a boy from the middle of England would find himself here. #rhinofriday #rhinos #wildlife #safari #southafrica
You need good guides, good eyes & good luck when on #safari. We are taking a bush break this week so will be off grid for a few days. I spotted this #cheetah last week. #roadtrips #kwazulunatal #southafrica #wildlife
January 26, 2026 at 4:05 AM
You need good guides, good eyes & good luck when on #safari. We are taking a bush break this week so will be off grid for a few days. I spotted this #cheetah last week. #roadtrips #kwazulunatal #southafrica #wildlife
There are so many incredible places, reserves, parks & #wildlife experiences to be had here in #kwazulunatal #southafrica Are you ready to #safari & are you ready to see the biggest & tallest mammals on the planet? This is a journey /tower of #giraffe 🦒🦒
January 25, 2026 at 6:27 AM
There are so many incredible places, reserves, parks & #wildlife experiences to be had here in #kwazulunatal #southafrica Are you ready to #safari & are you ready to see the biggest & tallest mammals on the planet? This is a journey /tower of #giraffe 🦒🦒
What a WOW KZN week its been & another stunning destination stayed at. Its always a great shame that time does not stretch further. Thanks to all at @makongo_hills for a wonderful stay. Under the watchful eye of a #secretarybird #roadtrip #safari #birding #kwazulunatal #southafrica
January 24, 2026 at 6:54 AM
What a WOW KZN week its been & another stunning destination stayed at. Its always a great shame that time does not stretch further. Thanks to all at @makongo_hills for a wonderful stay. Under the watchful eye of a #secretarybird #roadtrip #safari #birding #kwazulunatal #southafrica
When in St Lucia the headline act are #hippos But there are many other stars in the mix. Its a must place visit when in #kwazulunatal #southafrica & is not to be rushed. #safari #roadtrip #iSimangaliso #birding
January 21, 2026 at 4:48 AM
When in St Lucia the headline act are #hippos But there are many other stars in the mix. Its a must place visit when in #kwazulunatal #southafrica & is not to be rushed. #safari #roadtrip #iSimangaliso #birding
This is an incredibly special part of the world & I am so pleased & lucky to be back here visiting again. St Lucia should be on the itinerary for all when visiting #southafrica Like all our visits there is much more to come on here. #holiday #safari #kwazulunatal #LidikoLodge
January 20, 2026 at 5:00 AM
This is an incredibly special part of the world & I am so pleased & lucky to be back here visiting again. St Lucia should be on the itinerary for all when visiting #southafrica Like all our visits there is much more to come on here. #holiday #safari #kwazulunatal #LidikoLodge
It was the best of times it was the wors of times. Happy anniversary @castlelagersa
I am back on another #kwazulunatal #southafrica #roadtrip this week. If you give a Dickens & want to know where please give us a follow. #safari #holiday
I am back on another #kwazulunatal #southafrica #roadtrip this week. If you give a Dickens & want to know where please give us a follow. #safari #holiday
January 19, 2026 at 5:20 AM
It was the best of times it was the wors of times. Happy anniversary @castlelagersa
I am back on another #kwazulunatal #southafrica #roadtrip this week. If you give a Dickens & want to know where please give us a follow. #safari #holiday
I am back on another #kwazulunatal #southafrica #roadtrip this week. If you give a Dickens & want to know where please give us a follow. #safari #holiday
For me there is no better place for a #roadtrip than #kwazulunatal #southafrica The last stop last week was the unique Antbear Lodge Where from our 'cave' we looked across at White Mountain. Next week, the plan is to head north east... #drakensberg #mountains
January 18, 2026 at 5:24 AM
For me there is no better place for a #roadtrip than #kwazulunatal #southafrica The last stop last week was the unique Antbear Lodge Where from our 'cave' we looked across at White Mountain. Next week, the plan is to head north east... #drakensberg #mountains
What a week what a #roadtrip We moved from the bush to the berg & the stunning The Cavern Resort Drakensberg What an incredible place to stay at in the northern #drakensberg #mountains And of course there will be more to come...#holiday #kwazulunatal #southafrica
January 17, 2026 at 5:39 AM
What a week what a #roadtrip We moved from the bush to the berg & the stunning The Cavern Resort Drakensberg What an incredible place to stay at in the northern #drakensberg #mountains And of course there will be more to come...#holiday #kwazulunatal #southafrica
Heads down & keep grazing. My first #rhinos of 2026 & what better day to share than a #RhinoFriday 🦏 #safari #southafrica #kwazulunatal #wildlife #holiday
January 16, 2026 at 6:49 AM
Heads down & keep grazing. My first #rhinos of 2026 & what better day to share than a #RhinoFriday 🦏 #safari #southafrica #kwazulunatal #wildlife #holiday
Where better to be on a #TravelTuesday searching for Africa's iconic #wildlife. This morning provided a few WOW KZN Moments..... 🐘 #elephants #safari #kwazulunatal #southafrica The Springbok Lodge in Nambiti Game Reserve
January 13, 2026 at 8:45 AM
Where better to be on a #TravelTuesday searching for Africa's iconic #wildlife. This morning provided a few WOW KZN Moments..... 🐘 #elephants #safari #kwazulunatal #southafrica The Springbok Lodge in Nambiti Game Reserve