THE BIG FIVE

Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Buffalo and Rhinoceros - the most sought after and dangerous of the world’s big game. In previous centuries it was these five species which gripped the imagination of hunters and sportsmen, drawing them to Africa.

Folklore and legend are rich with regards to the Big Five. Encompassing beliefs such as the following: “The Great One put the animals here for us to use wisely and respect, but he knew that without fear we might lose our respect for these creatures. So he put the five here to help us remember. The Lion and Leopard taught us a fear of the night, that only the daytime was ours. The Buffalo, the Elephant and the Rhino taught us to fear their strength, that we might respect the strength of nature.”

The Big Five – legends of the wilderness which have become synonymous with Africa.