On 6 July I boarded a plane to South Africa. The most exciting (and very different) vacation I have ever planned. For my first two days I went on private safari drive with Chris from Cashan Tours in the Pilanesberg National Park. On day three I visited the apartheid museum and toured around near my guesthouse. I will soon post more details and pictures, but the safari was awesome!!
On day four I boarded another plane for Zambia. For the past week I have been living just outside Livingstone at Mukuni Big 5 Safaris. My days have consisted of walking with juvenile and baby lions, cheetahs and elephants. Well, riding the elephants that is. I will post more specific information when I am home with my computer, but wanted to give you a little update.
Here are some pictures of the super cute baby lions (6 months old) and cheetah (9 months old).
From ojalá to insha'Allah 
Your adventure sounds stunning. The photos are spectacular.