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Travel though two of Southern Africa's best wildlife photographic countries and sleep under the stars during this adventurous camping photo safari
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Visit the Bushman/San People of the Kalahari Desert as we enter Botswana. Experience their ancient ways as the Bushman teach guests about their culture
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Enter Moremi Game Reserve, one of the best places in Botswana to photograph Big Cats and other predators such as Wild Dog and Hyena, along with many other African wildlife species
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Explore the wildlife of the Okavango Delta by Mokoro, the traditional transportation. The Okavango Delta is home to many animals including Hippo, Nile Crocodile, Elephant, Lion, and many bird species including the Fish Eagle, many species of King Fisher, Paradise Flycatchers and so much more
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Visit Etosha National Park, arguably one of the driest locations on Earth, where wildlife fights for their survival in this harsh desert-like environment

The wildlife photographed during this Southern African camping photo tour exceeds your expectations. For any wildlife photography enthusiast, this trip will get you up close to all African wildlife that will help you get all ideal photographs with the help of our professional wildlife photographers.


SAFARI OVERVIEW
This Namibia – Botswana 15-day wildlife photographic camping safari will take you on an breath-taking journey through some of the most biodiverse locations of Southern Africa. This two-week camping trip lead by our wildlife photography professionals, will guide you through the most photogenic wildlife hotspots of Namibia and Botswana. We will travel into the Kalahari Desert of Botswana to visit the San People before venturing into Moremi Game Reserve and the Okavango Delta. We will then travel north, to the Caprivi Strip of Namibia, an amazing hippo photography destination. The last wildlife destination on this camping tour is Etosha National Park, where photographic opportunities are endless, as hundreds of animals are congregating around the waterholes during the dry season.
MEET YOUR GUIDE
MARK A FERNLEY
Mark has spent years tracking and photographing the wildlife of the many countries in Africa. From the jungles of Uganda to the bush lands of Southern Africa, he brings with him great knowledge of the wildlife and the surrounding areas. His photographic knowledge brings creativity and uniqueness to this safari/workshop. During this safari, Mark will share his wildlife photography secrets with you to enhance that once in a lifetime portfolio.


LOCATION
NAMIBIA & BOTSWANA
This Southern African camping photo tour takes place in two magnificent countries: Namibia and Botswana.
Both countries offer an array of wildlife photography opportunities with different landscapes and environments in each location. From the Kalahari Desert to the intricate waterways of the Okavango delta and into Etosha National Park, this tour makes stops in some of the greatest wildlife destinations in Africa.
With many destinations along the way, download our
Tour Brochure for detailed information about each destination
RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT
100-400mm lens
80-600mm Sigma lens
800mm lens
Tripod
1 -2 camera bodies
16-35mm wide angle lens
Laptop & Back up Storage
Multiple CF Cards/SD Cards


TOUR INCLUDES
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Airport pick-up/drop off (Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH))
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All accommodation (large mobile tents)
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All transportation between camps
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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
Guests can arrive at Hosea Kutako International Airport at any time on this day. This day will be a meet and greet day, allowing guests to check into our guesthouse, relax, get to know the others and speak to your photography guide.
DAY 2
Transfer to Ghanzi, Botswana. We will be crossing the Buitepos Border Post into Botswana on this day. Overnight in Ghanzhi
DAY 3
We will spend the entire day learning about the ancient traditions of the San People/Bushmen. With an interpreter, we will walk through the bush of the Kalahari as we are taught about their primitive ways of living in the harsh environments of the Kalahari. Learn the survival skills of a bushman including tracking wild animals, trapping, hunting, fire making, and more. The day will end with traditional dances and ritual around the campfire. (Accommodation on this night will be in a traditional bushman grass hut. Mosquito net, stretcher, mattress, and pillow are provided)