Sebastian Sattin
A born traveller, Sebastian has a broad safari knowledge and love of wildlife that stems from his years working as a safari guide throughout Southern Africa. He uses his substantial body of expertise, ranging from East to Southern Africa, to design unforgettable adventures for his travellers.
Sebastian’s Recent Travel Experience
Sebastian was lucky enough to experience a magnificent, in-depth trip to Uganda, with an all-too-brief jaunt into Rwanda to top it off. From the sprawling savanna of Murchison Falls and Akagera National Park to the rainforests of Kibale and Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, he covered an astoundingly diverse mixture of landscapes and habitats. Highlights included a hair-raising bungee jump over the Nile River, a spectacular hike up a volcano in Mgahinga National Park and managing to spot 100 species of bird in 48 hours over in Akagera National Park.
Sebastian’s Most Memorable Experience
“As with everybody else on the team, it’s pretty tough to narrow it down. I’m a sucker for the smell of the earth immediately after the first rains, or the excitement in hearing the first returning cuckoos of the season, but perhaps one of the most elating moments was when an elephant gave birth in the camp in which I was working. Understandably, we all awoke to a bit of a mess the next morning. I was tasked with tracking her on foot to get some photos of the newborn; and to my surprise, they had managed to wander a fair distance. The dense green season foliage didn’t help my chances, but that evening I finally managed to catch a glimpse of the protective mother and her precious youngster – umbilical cord and all!”
Sebastian’s Bio
A traveller from the get-go, Sebastian was born into a family of documentarians and travel writers in London. After finishing school and finding mixed success as a session musician, he was given the opportunity to volunteer at one of Malawi’s most revered safari camps. Having been obsessed with flora and fauna since before he could remember, he decided this was not a chance to be passed up.
The ensuing few years saw Sebastian training up as a guide on the Zimbabwean side of Victoria Falls and working primarily for Wilderness Safaris in Malawi. Based mainly at Mvuu Camp & Lodge in Liwonde National Park, he was fortunate enough to later be posted in the largely overlooked but undeniably spectacular Nyika National Park. His new home served as a springboard from which to explore much of the wider region, leading to stints as a trails guide in the remote north of South Africa’s Kruger National Park, as well as a roving guide taking him over the Malawian border into Zambia’s South Luangwa National Park.
Eventually searching for something more familiar and well-trodden, Sebastian returned to London in 2016 to begin using his broad knowledge of safaris as a tour operator, both independently and for larger organisations. During this time, he was able to explore East Africa in much more depth whilst keeping his familiarity of Southern Africa strong with frequent visits – for educational trips and private guiding tours alike.
With an aptitude for spreading his infectious love of the bush, Sebastian joins us at Yellow Zebra to help people in pursuit of their own African escapades.
Expert Destinations
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Botswana
From dusty salt pans to delta floods, Botswana is a celebration of pristine African wilderness.
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Kenya
The original birthplace of safari, where world-class wildlife experiences and beautiful beaches meet.
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Malawi
Experience scenic lake shores, ‘blue’ safaris, and a welcoming atmosphere in the ‘Warm Heart of Africa’.
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Mauritius
The quintessential Indian Ocean island paradise getaway.
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Seychelles
A picturesque archipelago of white-sand beaches, rare wildlife, and exclusive private islands.
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South Africa
Big Five safaris, lively cities, and dramatic coastlines. South Africa delivers exciting contrasts and variety.
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Tanzania
A classic safari destination home to big game, epic wildlife events, and iconic national parks.
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Zambia
From walking in South Luangwa to Zambezi exploration, Zambia is as authentic as safari gets.
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Zimbabwe
Home to the legendary Victoria Falls and authentic safaris in remote, untouched wildlife reserves.
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Uganda
Primate treks, boating expeditions, traditional safaris, and more. Uganda’s safari potential is wonderfully diverse and untapped.
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Rwanda
Gorilla trekking, Big Five safaris, and poignant history. Rwanda is a truly inspiring safari destination.
Sebastian’s Top Lodges
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Tafika Camp
From AU$851 – AU$1,995 ppTafika Camp is situated in an enviable position on the banks of the Luangwa River, offering guests front-row seats to elephant crossings and other exciting wildlife sightings. A safari enthusiast’s dream, the camp is a simple, rustic affair, but with all the…
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Laikipia Wilderness Camp
From AU$1,228 pp – Contact UsA departure from the elaborate ranches and private estates for which Laikipia is known, Laikipia Wilderness Camp offers a great product for those seeking something authentic and unpretentious. Run by excellent veteran safari guide Steve Carey, this is the…
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Lamai Serengeti
From AU$1,423 – AU$3,333 ppLamai Serengeti occupies an enviable site in the northern Serengeti merely a few kilometres from the Mara river, where the thunderous spectacle of the Great Migration occurs each year. Those hoping to catch sight of the crossings are in for a treat, but the…
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Little Vumbura
From AU$2,497 – AU$4,100 ppLocated within the Vumbura Concession, on an idyllically remote private island, Wilderness Little Vumbura is a delightful little camp in an area that attracts a diverse spectacle of wildlife. Nestled within 148,000 acres of pristine wilderness, the ancient…
