SAFARI OVERVIEW
This photo safari in the Masai Mara is designed to take you on a photographic journey to capture images of Kenya's most iconic wildlife while getting to stay at two remarkable tented camps in two incredible wildlife hot spots.
Led by professional wildlife photographers and local guides, this mind-blowing photo safari will give you the chance to get up close with some of Africa's apex predators in the northern conservancy before making their way down to the Mara Triangle to witness the Great Migration of Wildebeests, one of nature's greatest spectacles.
GROUP SIZE:
4 max.
LOCATION:
Northern + Southern Masai Mara
DURATION:
8 days / 7 nights
ACCOMMODATION:
Luxury
FITNESS LEVEL:
BRIEF ITINERARY
DAY 1:
Arrival in Nairobi, Kenya
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DAY 2:
Fly to Masai Mara / afternoon safari in Mara North - Focus on Predators
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DAY 3:
Morning and afternoon safari in Mara North - Focus on Predators
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DAY 4:
Morning and afternoon safari in Mara North - Focus on Predators
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DAY 5:
Full day safari in Mara (Transit to Mara South)
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DAY 6:
Morning and afternoon safari in Mara Triangle - Focus on Great Migration of Wildebeests
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DAY 7:
Morning and afternoon safari in Mara Triangle - Focus on Great Migration of Wildebeests
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DAY 8:
Morning safari / fly to Nairobi / End of Tour
(see detailed itinerary below)
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
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This all-inclusive luxury photo safari is lead by a professional wildlife photographer, offering their expertise throughout the tour to help guests obtain incredible photographs
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During the month of August, the Great Migration is at its best with millions of Wildebeests and Zebra making their way into the Masai Mara National Reserve​. Photograph Wildebeests, Zebra, and Thomson's Gazelle as they risk their lives to cross the Mara River. With dust in the air and animals running wild, guests can expect to gain incredible photos during river crossings
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Enjoy wildlife sightings without even leaving the lodges. With Elephants and Giraffe commonly walking through, Hippos in the Mara River below, and monkeys making their way around the lodge, there is always photo opportunities, even during the off times.
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Photograph the famous Marsh Pride Lions on a daily basis at our first location. With daily lion sightings in Mara Northern Conservancy, photographic opportunities of lions on their kills are endless.
LOCATION
MASAI MARA - KENYA
The Masai Mara National Reserve is known as the best destination to witness the Great Migration. With spectacular wildlife sightings including big cats, and the famous Big-5 of Africa, 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
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 you are interested in taking landscape photographs during the trip, we recommend a wide angle lens that ranges anywhere between 12 mm - 105 mm. This can 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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Two domestic chartered flights (Wilson Airport to Musiara Airstrip, Mara-Olekiombo Airstrip to Wilson Airport)
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All accommodation (1x Nairobi, 3x Mara North, 3x Mara South)
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All transportation to airstrips/airports
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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
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10kg extra baggage allowance on domestic flight (total baggage allowance 25kg per person)
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 Kilimanjaro International Airport no later than 4:00pm on arrival day)
DAY 2:
FLY INTO MASAI MARA / AFTERNOON SAFARI
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Transfer to Wilson Airport (Approx. 45 min drive)
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Chartered flight: Wilson Airport to Musiara Airstrip
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Afternoon photographic safari in Mara North Conservancy
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Introduction to image selection and post processing with photo host
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Overnight in Masai Mara North
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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 3 - 4:
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 North
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PHOTOGRAPHY FOCUS: Predators of the Mara Northern Conservancy along with chance to photograph the Wildebeest Great Migration
DAY 5:
FULL DAY SAFARI / TRANSIT SOUTH
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Full day photographic safari / transit south to Mara Triangle
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Image selection and post processing with photo host at the lodge
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Overnight in Masai Mara South
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PHOTOGRAPHY FOCUS: All wildlife in Masai Mara including the Great Migration of Wildebeests
DAYS 6 - 7:
FULL DAY SAFARI OUTINGS
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Full day photographic safari in Mara Triangle
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Image selection and post processing with photo host at the lodge
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Overnight in Masai Mara South
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PHOTOGRAPHY FOCUS: The river crossings of the Great Migration of Wildebeests
DAY 8:
FLY TO NAIROBI / END OF TOUR
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Morning safari en-route to airstrip
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Chartered flight: Mara-Olekiombo Airstrip to Wilson Airport
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Transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (Approx. 45 min drive)
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END OF TOUR
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(guests must depart after 5:00pm on this day)
ACCOMMODATION
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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MARA BUSH CAMP: This luxury camp is strategically positioned near the river crossing points, so it is ideally located to witness and photograph the dramatic great migration river crossings. This exclusive access makes it a photographer’s dream, providing guests with the opportunity to capture the awe-inspiring moments that define this incredible natural spectacle.
