A Unique Ash Scattering Service in Africa

A ceremony is usually performed by the family before the cremation takes place. We don't perform ceremonies per se, but we are happy to play a specific song or burn a candle or say a few words on your behalf while we scatter.

Yes, you may be present while we scatter. We can include this in the cost and we will do our very best to make you feel welcome and safe before, during, and after the scattering.

That is a very good question. One of our experienced scattering agents will be in touch with you to arrange the logistics and obtain the necessary permission and permits. Most international airlines allow ashes on their flights and we will guide you through the process.

We are very open to special requests and provided that it isn't dangerous, illegal or too outlandish then we will do our best to facilitate your wish. We understand that memories are made in different places and sometimes people want to return to those places.

It comes from the Swahili word safari, which means “journey” or “travel” — and that itself comes from the Arabic word safar (سفر), meaning “to travel” or “journey”.

Originally, in East Africa, safari simply meant any kind of trip, not just wildlife expeditions. Over time, especially during the colonial era, it became associated in English with adventurous journeys into the African wilderness.

That is a great question. Although Africa is full of beautiful savannah and bush we also have beautiful oceans, rivers, mountains, cities, and experiences so the answer is no. We can scatter from just about anywhere and we are always open to requests. Once you send us your wish we will do the research and come back to you with a proposal.

Of course we can! It is quite common these days to separate ashes and scatter them in various places. This is especially relevant to siblings who may have lost a parent. Each sibling gets a share of the ashes and they can scatter them according to their memories and special spaces. We have scattered ashes from the same urn in up to three different places far and wide from each other.

Yes, we at Scattering Safaris would love to be in touch with you and discuss your heart's desires for your scattering. Our pre-plan service allows you to explore different options with us, and we will design your scattering upfront. Giving you the peace of mind in knowing that your ashes will be scattered accurately and with love. You are welcome to pay for this service in advance or ensure that there are sufficient funds in your estate to pay for the service when the time comes.

This is very close to our hearts because we understand that although you might really want to be present at the scattering, you might not be able for various reasons. We have a real-time option available where you can watch us scatter in the moment via your phone or laptop. Alternatively we have the video option where we send you a beautiful keepsake video of the entire process start to finish as well as a soundtrack of your choice. This can be sent to you in a digital file for you to share with other loved ones or watch whenever you wish to.

That is a great question. We are able to accept Pay Pal payments or direct bank transfers.

This is a certificate confirming that our team has scattered the ashes of your loved one according to our arrangement and your wishes. We include the date, time and GPS co-ordinates for your peace of mind and for your records. This is especially helpful to Executors of estates as it confirms that their fiduciary duty is fulfilled.

Yes we do! We love the jewelry that can be made with ashes. We can keep some ashes back when we scatter and for a nominal extra charge we send you the ashes in a beautiful jewelry piece. Take a look at these photos. You let us know upfront and we will take care of the rest.

This is a beautiful idea and very popular. Provided that the scattering site can accommodate trees we will happily source and plant them on your behalf. We use a company that assists us in identifying which species of tree is indigenous and useful to the scattering site and we send you a choice of trees to be planted. With our geo-tagging system you will always be able to view and visit the "tree of remembrance "