AFRICAN WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHIC SAFARIS
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WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHIC SAFARIS
LED BY PROFESSIONAL WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHERS
At Untamed Photo Safaris, we lead small-group photographic adventures into Africa’s most iconic and intimate wild spaces.
With expert guides, ethical travel values, and a photographer’s eye, we give you front-row access to unforgettable wildlife encounters—and the chance to capture them in extraordinary light.
ALL 2026 PHOTO SAFARIS OPEN FOR BOOKINGS!
AN EXPERIENCE LIKE NO OTHER!
FOR THE EXPERIENCED PHOTOGRAPHERS
SHOMPOLE HIDE: OCTOBER 21 - 25, 2026
Go beyond the game drive. This exclusive safari puts you underground in two professional photo hides for three nights of low-light, high-impact wildlife photography. Designed for seasoned photographers, you’ll capture predators and nocturnal species—up close, eye-level, and without distraction—alongside Mark and Jaren Fernley, two of East Africa’s most accomplished hide photography specialists. This is your chance to push creative limits in one of the most immersive photographic setups on the continent.
TAILOR-MADE PRIVATE PHOTOGRAPHIC SAFARIS
LED BY MARK & JAREN FERNLEY
Embark on the ultimate photographic journey through East Africa with Mark or Jaren Fernley. As seasoned wildlife photographers and expert safari guides, they craft bespoke private safaris that cater to your unique style, pace, and photographic goals. Whether you're a seasoned pro or passionate amateur, each safari is a deeply personal, immersive experience—designed to place you in the heart of Africa’s most iconic wildlife moments, all while refining your photography in the wild.
Why choose Untamed Photo Safaris for your next wildlife photography trip?
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Untamed Photo Safaris is owned and led by professional wildlife photographers and conservationists, Mark and Jaren Fernley, who bring deep field knowledge and an infectious passion for wildlife photography to every journey.
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Every safari itinerary is handcrafted and field-tested by the Fernleys themselves to ensure our guests are in the right place, at the right time, with the best possible light and angles for exceptional images. We work closely with each client to match them with the safari that fits their style, goals, and skill level—whether you're chasing the drama of the Great Migration or the quiet intimacy of an overnight photo hide.
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We pride ourselves on small group sizes, personalized attention, and a welcoming, enthusiastic community of photographers. With every trip, we share our techniques, fieldcraft, and creative insight to help you not just take photos—but tell powerful stories.
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We specialize exclusively in photographic safaris, meaning every detail—from light angles to vehicle positioning—is planned with photographers in mind, not general tourists.
CLIENT TESTIMONIALS
What an experience!
Firstly, Mark and Jaren are two of the best people you could choose to go on a photo safari....
The level of knowledge and stories shared with us really made the trip even more magical and the accommodation was great and very safe.
-Alan
Mark is a very passionate photographer and was there to get us to the right spot and made every effort to help get the photograph when we got there.. Jaren and Mark are a great team and we had a lot laughs along the way.... I am still processing in my mind what I got to see.
-Joe
We were so impressed with the collective knowledge they posses and the passion with which they explore the natural world. What we learned about wildlife photography was a big part of our enjoyment. They have such patience, understanding and tolerance for a relative novice. They delivered far beyond our expectations!
-Geoff
I recently completed a photo safari tour in the Masai Mara, Kenya with Mark and Jaren who are the owners of Untamed Photo Safaris and I could not recommend it highly enough!
I can honestly say it was one of the best experiences I have ever done.
-Paul