ULTIMATE KENYA WILDLIFE PHOTO SAFARI
SAFARI OVERVIEW
This 12-day photographic safari will take guests to some of the most incredibly wildlife photography destinations in Southern Kenya. The first stop on this trip is Amboseli National Park, or more commonly known as 'Land Of The Elephants' by the local people. With over 1,600 individual elephants, this park offers endless photographic opportunities that provide a beautiful backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro. This area is also home to Craig and Michael, two of the last remaining super tusker elephants left in Africa. With the help of our local trackers, the group will be lucky to be in the presence of such an icon.
The next destination on this trip the famous Masai Mara where the focus will be on the Great Migration of Wildebeests and the overwhelming amount of predators that roam the plains. The commonly spotted predators include lions, cheetah, hyena, jackal, and even the more illusive species such as leopard and serval.
After our experience in the Masai Mara, the group will then head to the final location of the trip in Southern Kenya - the Shompole Conservancy. This location is where the group will have the opportunity to spend three days and nights in an underground hide designed for wildlife photography. This experience is included to provide guests with an entirely new perspective of wildlife photography. Photograph wildlife from below eye level as animals come to the waterhole each day and night to drink.
GROUP SIZE
4 guests + 1 photo host
LOCATION
Amboseli, Masai Mara, Shompole
PRICE
DURATION
$13,795 USD pp sharing
12 days / 11 nights
PHOTOGRPHY SKILL LEVEL
All skill levels welcome
ITINERARY
ARRIVAL DAY
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Guests arrive in Nairobi (Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO))
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Transfer to Nairobi airport hotel (Approx. 10 min drive from airport)
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Meet and Greet with photo host at 6:00pm
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Overnight in Nairobi
(Guests must arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport no later than 4:00pm on arrival day)
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TRANSFER TO AMBOSELI / AFTERNOON SAFARI
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Road transfer to Amboseli National Park (Approx. 4 hours drive)
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Evening photographic safari in Amboseli National Park
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Introduction to image selection and post processing with photo host
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Overnight in Amboseli
PHOTOGRAPHY FOCUS: Amboseli National Park is known as 'The Land of Elephants' so elephant photography will be our top priority in this location
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TWO SAFARI OUTINGS DAILY
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Morning photographic safari to find Craig - the famous super tusker of the area
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Evening photographic safari in Amboseli National Park
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Image selection and post processing with photo host at the lodge (lunch and evening)
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Overnight in Amboseli
PHOTOGRAPHY FOCUS: Craig the Super Tusker Elephant - also, Amboseli National Park is known as 'The Land of Elephants' so elephant photography will be our top priority in this location
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FLY TO MASAI MARA / EVENING SAFARI
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Transfer to Amboseli Airstrip
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Chartered flight: Amboseli to Masai Mara National Reserve
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Evening photographic safari in Masai Mara
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Image selection and post processing with photo host at the lodge
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Overnight in Masai Mara
PHOTOGRAPHY FOCUS: The famous Great Migration of Wildebeests and the predators that roam the central region of the Masai Mara National Reserve
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FULL DAY SAFARI OUTINGS IN MASAI MARA
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Full day photographic safari in Masai Mara
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Image selection and post processing with photo host at the lodge
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Overnight in Masai Mara
PHOTOGRAPHY FOCUS: The famous Great Migration of Wildebeests and the predators that roam the central region of the Masai Mara National Reserve
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TRANSFER TO SHOMPOLE CONSERVANCY
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Transfer to local Airstrip
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Chartered flight: Masai Mara to Nairobi
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Road transfer to Shompole Conservancy
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Introduction to the photographic hide
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Overnight in the photographic hide
PHOTOGRAPHY FOCUS: Photographic opportunities in the hide include many species of African wildlife including predators such as lion and leopard
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OVERNIGHT PHOTO HIDE EXPERIENCE
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Early morning in the photographic hide
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mid-morning rest and refresh at the lodge with photo editing and critique with photo hosts
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Evening in the photographic hide
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Overnight in the photographic hide
PHOTOGRAPHY FOCUS: Photographic opportunities in the morning include many birds, giraffe, zebra, baboon, and much more. Evening photo opportunities in the hide include many species of African wildlife including predators such as lion and leopard
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TRANSFER TO NAIROBI / END OF TOUR
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Early morning in the photographic hide
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mid-morning rest and refresh at the lodge
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Transfer to Nairobi
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END OF TOUR
(Guests must depart no earlier than 9:00pm on this day)
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RECOMMENDED GEAR
CAMERA BODY:
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Guests are encouraged to bring a camera body with a minimum of 24-megapixels to guarantee the best results while on safari. This can be mirrorless or a DSLR, as your photo host is experienced with both and will be able to offer assistance whenever need be.
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A second camera body is always a great consideration, however, this is not mandatory. This can be used as a backup, or you can keep a second lens attached and switch back and forth between cameras.
LENSES:
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24–70mm lens: Ideal for hide photography in Shompole, where close-range animal encounters provide opportunities for stunning wide-angle compositions. Also excellent for full-body portraits of Super Tuskers in Amboseli, especially with the dramatic Mount Kilimanjaro backdrop.
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70–200mm lens: Offers the perfect mid-range focal length for both hide work and elephant photography, allowing you to isolate subjects and capture intimate moments with beautiful background compression.
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500mm lens (prime or zoom): Highly recommended for the Masai Mara, where you’ll want maximum reach to capture predator action, distant wildlife, and sweeping savannah scenes. This lens delivers excellent detail and impact, especially during fast-paced game drives.
LOCATION
AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK
Amboseli is a photographer’s dream, offering close encounters with large elephant herds set against the snow-capped peak of Mount Kilimanjaro. The flat, open plains create clean compositions and striking silhouettes, especially in golden light. This is also one of the last strongholds of the legendary Super Tusker elephants—rare giants with tusks that nearly touch the ground.
MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE
The central Masai Mara is one of Africa’s most action-packed photographic arenas, especially during the Great Migration. This region offers easy access to dramatic river crossings and predator-rich territories, ideal for capturing lion hunts, cheetah chases, and massive herbivore herds in motion. Soft light, sweeping savannahs, and dynamic wildlife behavior make every drive full of potential.
SHOMPOLE CONSERVANCY
Shompole offers a remote and artistic setting for wildlife photography, with salt flats, soft light, and minimal vehicle presence. A highlight is the low-angle photographic hide at Shompole Wilderness, ideal for close, intimate shots of elephants, giraffes, and more at eye level. It’s a perfect location for capturing quiet, minimalist wildlife moments.
ACCOMMODATION
This safari features a handpicked selection of intimate lodges and tented camps, each chosen for their comfort, location, and photographer-friendly setup. From a convenient airport hotel in Nairobi to luxury eco-camps in Amboseli and the Masai Mara, accommodations are designed to keep you close to the wildlife while providing space to rest, review, and recharge.
Spacious tents and cottages offer en-suite bathrooms, private verandas, and views overlooking plains, rivers, or waterholes—often with photographic opportunities right from camp. In Shompole Conservancy, the final nights are spent in a specialist underground hide, giving guests a rare opportunity to photograph wildlife from a low angle, both day and night - with a comfortable lodge close by to refresh each day.
Expect a blend of comfort and immersion, with warm hospitality, great food, and thoughtfully designed spaces that support both relaxation and creative focus throughout your journey.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
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Elephants & Kilimanjaro: Iconic Amboseli Scenes
Photograph large herds of elephants walking gracefully across Amboseli’s flat plains with the majestic backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro—perfect for creating timeless African compositions.
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Super Tusker Photography in Amboseli
Capture images of the world’s last remaining Super Tuskers—massive, rare elephants with tusks that nearly touch the ground. With only ~25 left in East Africa, this is a once-in-a-lifetime photographic opportunity.
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Great Migration & Predator Encounters in the Masai Mara
Spend four nights in the Masai Mara during the height of the Great Migration. Witness and photograph river crossings, massive herds, and the predators that follow—lion, leopard, cheetah, hyena, and more.
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Underground Photo Hide Experience
Spend three nights at a professionally designed underground photo hide, where you’ll photograph wildlife at eye level—including predators and nocturnal species—in dramatic low-light conditions.
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Seamless, All-Inclusive Luxury Safari Experience
Enjoy charter flights, premium accommodations, private vehicles, and expert photo guidance—designed to keep your focus on photography while traveling in total comfort.
2026 PRICE:
$13,795 USD per person sharing accommodation
$2,000 USD single supplement fee (if applicable)
25% DEPOSIT TO CONFIRM BOOKING
2027 PRICE TBA
Airport pick-up and drop-off at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
All accommodation in handpicked 5-star lodges/tented camps
All ground transportation between lodges in private, comfortable vehicles
Two domestic flights w/ 25kg baggage allowance per flight
All meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily
Purified drinking water, coffee, tea, juice, and all non-alcoholic beverages
All alcoholic beverages (house wines, beers, spirits)
All national park entry and conservation fees
Daily photographic support and guidance from your photo host
Optional one-on-one photo critiques during the trip
Pre-tour planning session with your photography guide
International flights (arrival and departure to Kenya)
Personal Travel Insurance (required for all guests)
Premium alcoholic beverages
Personal expenses (souvenirs, extra activities, etc.)
Activities not listed in itinerary
Gratuities/tips for guides/staff