SAFARI OVERVIEW
This photographic safari here in southern Kenya is designed to help you photograph the very best of what southern Kenya's wildlife has to offer.
From Amboseli National Park to the Masai Mara Reserve, this small group photo safari will embark on an extraordinary adventure to photograph the very best of Kenya's wildlife while staying at incredible luxury lodges, situated in breathtaking locations.
Amboseli will offer you great views of Kilimanjaro along with large herds of elephants with remarkable long tusks, great for photography. The Mara however, will provide you with great migration sightings along with Lion, Leopard, Cheetah, Hippo, Giraffe, numerous bird species and much more.
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During this Amboseli and Masai Mara photo tour, you will be guided by expert wildlife photographers along with local guides to help you gain the very best photographic experience of a lifetime.
TOUR DATE
2025: August 6 - 17
( 6 spaces available )
from £ 10,449 GBP pp sharing
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BRIEF ITINERARY
DAY 1: Arrival Day
DAY 2: Transfer to Amboseli / afternoon safari
DAY 3: Morning and afternoon safari in Amboseli
DAY 4: Morning and afternoon safari in Amboseli
DAY 5: Morning and afternoon safari in Amboseli
DAY 6: Morning safari in Amboseli / transfer to Nairobi
DAY 7: Fly to Masai Mara / afternoon safari in Mara
DAY 8: Morning and afternoon safari in Mara
DAY 9: Full day safari in Mara
DAY 10: Morning and afternoon safari in Mara
DAY 11: Morning safari in Mara / fly to Nairobi
DAY 12: Departure Day
(see detailed itinerary below)
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
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This multi destination photographic safari is lead by experienced guides and professional wildlife photographers giving you an authentic and professional wildlife photo experience here in Kenya.
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Fantastic private vehicles designed specifically for wildlife photography of all levels. Each car is driven and directed by photographic guides and and will get you in the correct position for that perfect photographic opportunity.
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Overwhelming African Elephant sightings here in Amboseli National park for your photographic needs. These elephants have some of the larges and longest tusks in Africa making this part of the trip unique to any other photographic tour.
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The opportunity to find and photograph Crag the super tusker here and around Amboseli National Park in southern Kenya.
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Opportunities to see the great migration taking place crossing the Mara River here in the Masai Mara National Reserve along with many other species such as Lion, Leopard, Giraffe, Hippo and much more.
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We offer luxury accommodation that is surrounded by wildlife giving you an authentic photographic experience of a lifetime.
MEET YOUR PHOTO HOSTS
This photographic safari provides you with two photography hosts who will guide you through the African wilderness in search of capturing those iconic images.
Mark and Jaren have been traveling most of the African continent with their cameras, and are here to help you gain professional-level photographs, increase your photographic knowledge, and ensure you experience a trip of a lifetime.
With a maximum group size of six per photo safari, you will be guaranteed one photo host per three guests, making this one of the most exclusive group photographic safaris in Africa.
JAREN A FERNLEY
MARK A FERNLEY
LOCATION
AMBOSELI & MASAI MARA - KENYA
Amboseli National Park is most famious for its large herds of elephants that hold records for their large tusks. If this is not enough, remarcable photographs of elephants with Kilomanjaro in the background, make this a must vist destination here in Kneya. This park hold many swamps where many herds of elephants can be seen walking through feeding and in many numbers.
The Masai Mara National Reserve is known as the best destination to experience the Great Migration. With spectacular wildlife sightings and safari outings, the Mara is truly any wildlife photographers dream destination. During this photographic safari, guests will be staying the the heart of all the action and possibly in the best location for all wildlife sightings.
RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT
100-400mm lens
80-600mm Sigma lens
16-35mm wide angle lens
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1-2 camera bodies
Tripod
Back up Storage
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Multiple CF Cards/SD Cards
TOUR INCLUDES
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Airport pick-up/drop off (Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
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Domestic chartered flight (round trip Wilson Airport to Musiara)
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All accommodation
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All transportation to airstrips/airports
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Ground transportation to and from Amboseli National Park
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All game drives
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All meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner each day)
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All beverages (non-alcoholic and local beers, wines and spirits)
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All national park entry fees
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All photographic guidance / tutorials
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one-on-one photo critiques (optional)
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Pre-Tour meeting with your photography guide
TOUR EXCLUDES
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International flights
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Personal Travel Insurance (required for all guests)
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Personal expenses (souvenirs, extra activities, etc.)
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Activities not listed in itinerary
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Premium alcoholic beverages
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Gratuities/tips for guides and staff
ITINERARY
DAY 1
ARRIVAL DAY
Guests can arrive any time before 5 pm on this day. Upon your arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (airport code NBO) you will be greeted by your photo host at arrivals.
After just a 10-minute drive to the airport hotel, you will have time to relax and refresh before meeting the group for a welcome beverage later this evening. Your photo host will brief you about the thrilling journey ahead, answer any questions you may have, and speak with each of your individually to get an idea of your photography skill levels
This day is perfect to get to know your photo host and the other guests in the group. Your guide will be happy to discuss any photography questions or concerns with you at the hotel on this night. Have an early night, or enjoy the company of the other photographers in the group before heading to the Masai Mara the following morning.
ACCOMMODATION
During this remarkable small group photographic safari here in southern Kenya, our wildlife photography team will take you into Amboseli National Park and the Masai Mara Reserve where you will get to stay at two stunning lodges set in some of the best wildlife hot spots.
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Kibo Safari Camp is a luxury tented camp in Amboseli National Park in Kenya at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa. The Camp is beautifully landscaped, incorporating an open terraced restaurant and bar under acacia trees and surrounded by beautiful wildlife.
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Governors’ Camp possibly occupies the best wildlife viewing location in the Reserve, nestled in the riverine forest along the winding banks of the Mara River, its waters teeming with bird-life, hippo and crocodile.
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The entire camp is under canvas with all of the comforts of a luxury hotel. Some of the 25 tents line the riverbank, tucked into the forest they enjoy uninterrupted views over the Mara River, others have views across the sweeping plains of the Masai Mara.
