Art, Impact, and the Evolution of the Luxury Safari: John Banovich Featured in Luxury Travel Magazine
We’re excited to share a recent highlight from the world of art, travel, and conservation: John Banovich—renowned wildlife artist and founder of Wildscapes Travel—has been featured in Luxury Travel Magazine for his groundbreaking work at the intersection of these three worlds.
In this insightful article, John discusses how the traditional idea of luxury is being reshaped—no longer defined by indulgence alone, but by experience, purpose, and legacy. Through Wildscapes Travel, he is curating journeys that allow travellers to walk in the wild, connect deeply with culture and nature, and contribute directly to conservation efforts across Africa.
True Luxury: Privacy, Purpose, and the Power to Choose
“The definition of luxury has changed,” Banovich says. “Years ago, it meant silver service, a plunge pool, and fine linens. Now, the most coveted luxury is freedom—to shape your own days, experience wildlife in near-solitude, and feel that Africa has opened just for you.”
Where to Go Now: John Banovich’s Insider Safari Picks
Most Underrated Destination: Zimbabwe
Singita Pamushana and Sango Lodge in the Save Valley offer bold design, untouched wilderness, and powerful conservation stories. “Zimbabwe is reemerging quietly—but brilliantly,” says Banovich.
Wildlife Density: Tanzania
“Raw, powerful, and full of life.” July and January migration peaks reveal Tanzania’s wild scale—especially in the Serengeti.
Elephant Encounters: Botswana
Banovich calls the Okavango Delta “unlike anything else on Earth,” where 130,000 elephants roam in supreme stillness and solitude.
Big Cats & Soulful Moments
For cheetah and leopard sightings, Kenya’s private conservancies and Laikipia Highlands top the list. But the moment that still moves him? Locking eyes with a silverback gorilla in Rwanda’s misty bamboo forests.
As we continue to share the behind-the-scenes stories, artwork, and experiences that make these journeys so meaningful, we’d love to hear from you, too. Have you traveled with Wildscapes Travel? Or are you dreaming of a safari that changes how you see the world?
📩 Send us an email—we’d be honored to hear your story and help you plan your own unforgettable journey: discover@wildscapestravel.com