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SAFARI OVERVIEW
This 12-day photographic safari will take guests to some of the most incredibly wildlife photography destinations in Southern Kenya.
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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, one 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.
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The next destination on this trip the famous Masai Mara where the focus will be on the overwhelming amount of predators that roam the plains. The commonly spotted predators include lions (large prides including the famous Marsh Pride and Paradise Pride), cheetah, hyena, jackal, and even the more illusive species such as leopard and even serval.
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After our predator photography experience in the Masai Mara, the group will then head to the final location of the trip. 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. Photography wildlife from below eye level as animals come to the waterhole each day and night to drink.
GROUP SIZE:
4 max.
LOCATION:
Multiple Destinations,
Kenya
DURATION:
7 days / 6 nights
ACCOMMODATION:
Luxury
FITNESS LEVEL:
BRIEF ITINERARY
DAY 1:
Arrival Day in Nairobi
DAY 2:
Road Transfer to Amboseli / evening safari
DAYS 3 - 4:
Morning and afternoon safari in Amboseli
DAY 5:
Chartered flight to Masai Mara / evening safari
DAYS 6 - 8:
Morning and afternoon safari in Mara
DAY 9:
Chartered flight to Nairobi - road transfer to Shompole
DAYS 10 - 11:
Overnight photographic hide experience
DAY 12:
Road transfer to Nairobi / end of tour
(see detailed itinerary below)
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
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Photograph large herds of Elephants as they walk graciously along the flat plains of Amboseli with picturesque backdrops of Mount Kilimanjaro
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Amboseli and the surrounding conservancies are among the very few locations in Africa to spot and photograph the last remaining Super Tusker Elephants on Earth. With only approximately 25 known Super Tusker Elephants still living, this is an extremely special photo safari
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Spend four nights in the Masai Mara National Reserve to photograph predators such as Lion, Leopard, Hyena, Cheetah and more. ​​
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Guests will have the opportunity to photograph some of the most iconic African wildlife. Potential sightings include Giraffe, Zebra, Rhino, Topi, Buffalo, Wildebeests, and much more
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Spend three nights in an underground hide designed for wildlife photographers and gain an entire new perspective to wildlife photography
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This is an all-inclusive photographic safari where each camp provides a luxury feel for our clients.
LOCATION
SOUTHERN KENYA
Amboseli - Masai Mara - Shompole Conservancy
This photo safari highlights three destinations, all of which are located in the southern-most part of Kenya. Experience breath-taking views of the tallest peak of Africa; Mount Kilimanjaro, fly over the Great Rift Valley and get a birds eye view of this incredible landscape before arriving in one of the best safari destinations in Africa, the Masai Mara National Reserve.
Lastly situated right in between the two, we find the Shompole Conservancy, managed by the local Masai villages. This region hosts great diversity; the camp, situated along the riverside provides a healthy environment for a large population of local wildlife, ideal for wildlife photographers.
RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT
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.
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LENSES:​​
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A telephoto lens with a reach of at least 500 mm​​. This can be a fixed/prime lens or a zoom lens. ​
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If you intend to bring a fixed/prime lens of 500 mm or more, you will also need a closer range lens. ​A 100 - 400 mm or similar is a great option, as this will allow you to get shots of wildlife that comes closer to the vehicle​
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If the group has the opportunity to photograph the Super Tusker Craig during the trip, we recommend a wide angle lens that ranges anywhere between 12 mm - 105 mm. This can also be used for landscapes, astro-photography, close range wildlife, and congregations of wildlife.
TOUR INCLUDES
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Airport pick-up/drop off (Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
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2 Chartered domestic flights (Amboseli - Masai Mara, Masai Mara - Wilson Airport)
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10kg extra baggage allowance on chartered flights (25kg in total baggage allowance per person)
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All road transfers
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All accommodation
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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 conservancy 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
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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
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(Guests must arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport no later than 4:00pm on arrival day)
DAY 2:
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
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PHOTOGRAPHY FOCUS: Amboseli National Park is known as 'The Land of Elephants' so elephant photography will be our top priority in this location
DAYS 3 - 4:
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
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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
DAY 5:
FLY TO MASAI MARA / AFTERNOON 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
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PHOTOGRAPHY FOCUS: The famous Marsh Pride Lions of the Musiara Marsh along with the neighbouring lion prides including the Paradise Pride and the Topi Pride
DAYS 6 - 8:
TWO SAFARI OUTINGS DAILY
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Morning photographic safari in Masai Mara
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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
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**ONE FULL DAY ON SAFARI TO PHOTOGRAPH THE GREAT MIGRATION OF WILDEBEESTS**
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PHOTOGRAPHY FOCUS: Predators of the Mara Northern Conservancy along with chance to photograph the Wildebeest Great Migration
DAY 9:
FLY TO NAIROBI - ROAD TRANSFER TO SHOMPOLE
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Transfer to Musiara 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
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PHOTOGRAPHY FOCUS: Photographic opportunities in the hide include many species of African wildlife including predators such as lion and leopard
DAYS 10 - 11:
OVERNIGHT PHOTOGRAPHIC 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​
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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
DAY 12:
ROAD 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​
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(Guests must depart no earlier than 9:00pm on this day)
ACCOMMODATION
KIBO SAFARI CAMP: 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.
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SENTINEL MARA CAMP: An exclusive safari retreat in Kenya's Masai Mara Reserve situated in an astonishing wildlife hotspot. With only nine rooms and an exclusive, private experience for our photography guests, this lodge offers a true safari experience like no other.
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SHOMPOLE WILDERNESS: A quaint bespoke lodge offering an exclusive feel for our photography guests. This lodge offers guests two photographic hides to use during our stay.
