Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire, Selous

Photography Safari

A specialized 10-day safari designed for photographers of all levels, with optimal lighting schedules, vehicle positioning for the best shots, a photographer guide companion, and visits to Tanzania's most photogenic locations.

  • 10 days, 9 nights
  • 2–6 travellers
  • moderate
  • From $3,900 per person

Overview

The Photography Safari is crafted specifically for travelers who want to capture Tanzania's wildlife and landscapes at their absolute best. Led by a guide who is also an accomplished wildlife photographer, this tour prioritizes golden hour positioning, patience for the perfect shot, and vehicle setups that accommodate serious camera equipment.

Unlike standard safaris where the schedule is driven by wildlife movement alone, this tour balances wildlife behavior with photographic conditions. We position for sunrise and sunset light, use bean bags and window mounts for stable shooting, and allow extended time at compelling scenes — whether that's a cheetah on a termite mound or the Great Migration crossing a river.

The itinerary covers the Serengeti (four days for different regions and lighting conditions), Ngorongoro Crater (one full day for the dramatic caldera landscape), Tarangire (two days for elephant portraits among baobabs), and Selous (two days for river and walking safari photography).

Whether you're shooting with a smartphone or a professional DSLR setup, this safari will elevate your photography and give you images you'll treasure forever.

Highlights

  • Photographer guide with 10+ years of wildlife photography experience
  • Optimal golden hour scheduling for sunrise and sunset shoots
  • Vehicle equipped with bean bags and camera mounts
  • Extended time at photogenic scenes — no rushing
  • Four diverse photographic environments
  • Post-processing workshop sessions at camp
  • Small group size (max 6) for personalized attention
  • Portfolio review and feedback session at tour end

Day by day

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport. Transfer to Arusha. Evening equipment check and photography briefing with your guide.

Stay:
Arusha Hotel
Meals:
Dinner

What the price includes

Park fees: included. All national park fees

Included

  • 9 nights accommodation (mix of lodges and tented camps)
  • All meals during the safari
  • Professional photographer guide
  • Private 4WD safari vehicle with camera mounts
  • All national park fees
  • Airport transfers
  • Post-processing workshop sessions
  • Portfolio review session
  • Drinking water throughout

Not included

  • International flights
  • Travel insurance (including equipment coverage recommended)
  • Personal camera equipment
  • Premium alcoholic beverages
  • Personal expenses and gratuities

Best months: June–October, January–March

Photos

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From, per person$3,900

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