Coast and Castles Landscapes
Northumberland has more castles than any other English county, and they make for spectacular landscape subjects, especially along the magnificent coastline at sunrise. We offer the added opportuity to try out aerial photography, with our
dual operator Inspire drone, weather permitting of course.
Birds of Prey
Native raptors and owls, static and in flight,
in a range of glorious and exclusive wild
Northumberland settings.
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Optional Reptiles and Macro Taster
02 - 06 March 2021
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Spectacular Svalbard In Style
Unique Arctic landscapes and species
Six Star expedition cruising
Exclusive use of zodiac craft for photographers
Perfect trip to bring partners along
Unbeatable offers when you book this trip of a lifetime in 2016!
THIS EXPEDITION HAS NOW CLOSED - 2017/18 EXPEDITION DESTINATIONS & DATES RELEASING SOON!
in partnership with
Mountain Gorillas & Highlights of Rwanda
Intimate encounters on this stunning 5 day photography + video safari
Gorilla and Golden Monkey trekking in Volcanoes National Park
Chimpanzee and colobus monkey trekking in Nyungwe forest
Explore Kigali
Visit Lake Kivu
Apres trek cultural activities
in partnership with
Details and Booking
South African Ultimate Photography & Film Making Safari
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Our most-requested safari
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Exclusive use of the entire reserve - no other visitors!
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Unrivalled quality of wildlife encounters
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Superb hide network as well as game drives
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Night and day photography
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Unique photographic opportunities
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No yellow fever or malaria medication required
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Aerial photography taster
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Connoisseur choice for African wildlife photography & film making
2017 DATES RELEASING SOON!
Kids n GrownUps Wildlife Camera Craft Day
A unique chance for you and your youngster to learn about wildlife photography together. During a fun and fact-filled day you will meet, learn about and photograph our super team of friendly owls and wriggly reptiles in the glorious natural setting of Northumberland. You can even try camouflage and field craft!
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Beginner friendly - come and learn new techniques
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Use a DSLR, bridge, compact camera or even a smart phone
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why not join us in SPRING 2017?
Southwest Scotland Safari - Autumn 2016
2 day photography / video workshop
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Learn to photograph native British wildlife in autumn settings
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Opportunity to learn fundamentals of wildlife videography from BBC film maker and presenter Trai Anfield
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Exclusive use of professional hides featured in BBC Autumnwatch 2015
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Ideal environment and subjects for beginners
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Excellent rare opportunities for those with more experience
Recommended Combinations for 2016
SAVE OVER £750 when you combine South Africa's Super Six with Mountain Gorillas of Rwanda for one of the world’s most incredible wildlife experiences in 2016.
Complete your African wildlife experience by combining our South Africa and Rwanda photographic safaris, and add in the wildlife encounter of a lifetime: mountain gorillas.
Our tour of Rwanda begins in Kigali with cultural and community highlights. We then head through the most beautiful regions of Rwanda including Lake Kivu, and Nyugwe forest where we will encounter rare chimpanzees and spectacular black and white colobus and golden monkeys along the way.
The climax of any Rwanda tour must be meeting and photographing mountain gorillas. We always make time for two gorilla treks to allow you to exerience different families, dynamics and personalities of these most human of animals. This also ensures you will create the most captivating images possible, reflecting the emotion, movement and interactions of the gorillas as they socialize in their family groups. Here we also trek to meet the region's charming golden monkeys.
We will continue to hone our photographic techniques, and extend our creativity, during our week at Zimanga in South Africa, where the photographic opportunities are endless and varied.
Please contact us for further details and savings
South African safari extensions: beach, active adventures or city life, the choices are endless.
After a wonderful week of game photography in Kwazulu Natal, relaxing on the sands and soaking up the exotic atmosphere of one of South Africa’s luxury coastal resorts could be the perfect way to round off your journey and recharge your batteries before flying home.
Or you may choose even more adventures in this land of active opportunities, including diving with sharks or heading for some city time in Cape Town, Durban or Johannesburg.
Whatever your ideal post safari experience SA can provide your perfect extension.
Please contact us for further details.
Southwest Scotland Safari
3 day photography / video workshop
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Learn to photograph native British wildlife in spring settings
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Opportunity to learn fundamentals of wildlife videography from BBC film maker and presenter Trai Anfield
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Exclusive use of professional hides featured in BBC Autumnwatch 2015
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Ideal environment and subjects for beginners
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Excellent rare opportunities for those with more experience
Booking fast -
last 3 places available
Fast Action + Creative Portraiture
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A thorough grounding in the techniques of capturing fast action of birds in flight and creative wildlife portraits
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Birds of Prey: native raptors and owls, static and in flight, including all the British owls, hovering kestrel, buzzard, peregrin falcon, jay
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Small mammals: our subject for this workshop will be the native and increasingly rare harvest mouse
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Reptiles and insects: exotics including monitor lizard, chilean rose tarantula, scorpion
Pay your deposit & secure your place now!
Best of Botswana & Victoria Falls
Explore the vast and dramatic wilderness of Botswana through your lens.
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Okavango Delta
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Makgadikgadi Pans
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Kubu Island
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Plus Victoria Falls
10% discount before 31.05.17
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India: WIldlife & Culture 2021
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Two different tiger reserves, Ranthambore and Tadoba
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Bespoke leopard safaris
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Smaller reserves for birdlife & species which don’t reside in the major parks
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Diverse range of game drives, walks and boat cruises
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Rural villages where tribal life hasn’t changed for centuries, and old towns with wonderful history, architecture, temples, forts, craft traditions and markets
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Accomodation includes ancient forts and havelis
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Experience Indian cultural & traditional village life
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Photograph Holi festival in the enchanting city of Udaipur
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​Max group 5 photographers
Optional Extension: Magical Agra
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Sunset & sunrise photography at the Taj Mahal
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City highlights tour
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Wildlife rescue sanctuaries
Just 1 Place Left in 2018
Snap it up now!
Southwest Scotland Safari
3 day photography / video workshop
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Learn to photograph native British wildlife in spring settings
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Opportunity to learn fundamentals of wildlife videography from BBC film maker and presenter Trai Anfield
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Exclusive use of professional hides featured in BBC Autumnwatch 2015
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Ideal environment and subjects for beginners
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Excellent rare opportunities for those with more experience
KENYA
Kenya's Mighty Mara Migration Special
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All that Kenya's Masai Mara has to offer in one incredible safari!
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private conservancy with abundant wildlife and strictly managed
numbers - no tourist crowds
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two centre safari gets you to the heart of all the migration action in the
Masai Mara National Reserve too
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multi award winning camps and guiding team
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unlimited time to observe animal behaviour and create your shots
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experienced tutor and beginner-friendly atmosphere to learn
new skills and techniques
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creative challenges for for more experienced photographers
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opportunities for walking safaris
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off road access and night drives
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macro and astro photography sessions
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option to try DSLR videography with a BBC trained wildlife film maker
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vehicles fitted with bespoke photography platforms
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max 3 photographers per vehicle - unrestricted access to both sides
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our safaris support conservation and communities
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2 iconic reserves: Hwange and Mana Pools
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classic game drives plus walking and canoeing safaris
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use of exclusive photography hides
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off-road access and night drives in private concession
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time to observe animal behaviour and create your shots
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experienced tutor and beginner-friendly atmosphere to learn
new photographic skills and techniques
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creative challenges for for more experienced photographers
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macro and astro photography sessions, weather permitting
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RECOMMENDED ADD-ON
Umlani Leopard-Focussed MiniSafari
We are delighted to offer an optional add-on at Umlani Bushcamp, which is the perfect complement to Zimanga. This beautiful eco lodge sits within Timbavati Game Reserve, which borders the Kruger National Park and Sabi Sands, and is one of South Africa's premier spots for leopard-focussed safaris.
As with Zimanga, we have booked out exclusive use of Umlani for our group, so there will be no other visitors intruding on our wildlife encounters and - importantly for this area - nobody shifting us off our sightings after a few minutes, which sadly is routine in nearby reserves. It also means we have exclusive access to Umlani's treehouse, where it is possible to book an overnight stay as well as use it as a waterhole hide.
This 3 day extension includes:
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transfers from Zimanga & to outbound airport
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3 nights accommodation
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award-winning food and local drinks on full board basis
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reserve fees
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morning and evening game drives in dedicated photographer vehicles
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optional walking safaris each day
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exclusive use of Umlani's waterhole tree house hide (a limited number of 3 overnight stays are available here on a first come basis)
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all photographic tuition
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all safari guiding
Of course there will be an incredible range of South Africa's iconic wildlife to photograph, but leopards are a particular draw here, along with reputedly the best birding in South Africa - over 500 species, including many large raptors, are recorded in the Greater Kruger area.
So all in all we reckon this is the perfect way to round off our Zimanaga 2018 photographic safari!
Dates: 13-16 July 2018
Rates: £1290 per person
Why November?
For photographers this is a wonderful time of year to be in Botswana. The crowds of high season have all gone home, and yes it can be pretty hot, but the light is nothing short of sensational so we photographers tend not to mind it too much!
At this far end of the dry season the bush is sparse, making wildlife visibility good. Many different species are concentrated around remaining areas of water, often leading to unusual behaviour and dynamic interactions. And when it does finally rain the reactions of individual animals are a joy to photograph: Trai is a big fan of a little rain on Safari!
Mount Kinabalu
Our final location takes us upwards, from tropical rainforest through varied habitats to cooler montane forests of oak, rhododendron, and conifer. Mount Kinabalu is a birding and flora paradise, where improbably brilliant colours flit through the canopy and light up the forest floor.
We set out early on the mountain walking trails, peering through the clearing mist for tree pies, whistling thrushes and drongos as they feed on insects attracted to the lodge lights during the night. Straying further afield, we will also hope to see hornbills, trogons, wren-babblers, flowerpeckers, sunbirds and the endemic spiderhunter. Birds of prey are never far away either, including the mountain serpent eagle.
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The park's flora is a also a delight. One of the world’s largest flowers, the gigantic 1.7m rafflesia grows here, along with over 800 orchid species and the world’s richest collection of pitcher plants (nepenthes).
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As well as birds, flora and terrific mountain landscape photography, we will still keep an eye out for elusive orangutan, the three deer species that live on the mountain, Malayan weasel, oriental small-clawed otter, and leopard cat.
Availability: sorry, you've missed your chance!
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3 iconic reserves: Khwai, Savute, Chobe Riverfront
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classic game drives plus walking, mokoro and photo boat safaris
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time to observe animal behaviour and create your shots
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experienced tutor and beginner-friendly atmosphere to learn
new photographic skills and techniques
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creative challenges for for more experienced photographers
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macro and astro photography sessions, weather permitting
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option to try DSLR videography with a BBC trained wildlife film maker
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Continuing our commitment to supporting Kenya's leading conservation projects, we are offering a pre-extension to this year's Mara Predator Conservation Programme fundraiser safari. We will spend 4 incredible days in Lewa Conservancy, home of 170 rhinos and a world leading conservation programme to protect them, and support the communities of the area.
Photographically this pre-extension makes a terrific addition to our time with MPCP, as rhinos are extremely rare to see in the Mara. Of course there is much more to see in Lewa too, including the largest single population of Grevy's zebra in the world, reticulated giraffe, beisa oryx, gerenuk gazelle and Somali ostrich, none of which are present in the Mara. The conservancy intermittently hosts a pack of wild dog too!
2021 Rates
Cost: £2600 when booked as a pre-extension to Mara Predators safari
No single supplement necessary - all guests accommodated in single occupancy rooms with ensuite facilities.
includes all transfers, 1 flight from Lewa to the Mara, all meals at Nigiri House and private safari activities max 3 photographers per vehicle throughout.
2022 Kenya's Soda Lakes optional pre-extension - details coming soon
Currently available as a tailor made photographic safari
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10 day, 4 centre 'must see' photography and videography safari
Small group - max 7
Tour leader: Trai Anfield - wildlife photographer, film maker and presenter of BBC Radio 4's The Living World
Brooks Falls
This is probably the most famous and iconic place to photograph huge brown bears - or grizzlies - anywhere in the world. Those incredible shots of bears catching leaping salmon in their mouths are often shot here. Surprisingly there is not much in the way of accommodation here, but we have managed to secure 8 beds in the Lodge at the peak of the bear viewing season. It's basic but fun, and the only way to access bears in action in dawn and dusk light.
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The Kenai Peninsula, which lies immediately to the south of Anchorage, boasts some of Alaska's most impressive rivers, mountains, icefields, and coastline. It also offers convenient access to some of Alaska's most pristine marine habitats and many of the iconic fjords and glaciers that immediately spring to mind when you think of Alaska.
Katmai National Park
At the base of the Alaska Peninsula, KNP is home to the largest protected population of Brown Bears in the world, and for the past 2 decades it has been the subject of a hugely successful and innovative approach to organised bear viewing, where small groups of bear photographers (maximum 6 people) encounter the bears on foot in the company of an expert guide. This has produced a unique situation whereby something akin to a mutually observed, inter-species truce exists between humans and bears.
Accessible by floatplane or wheeled bushplane, the Katmai Coast is every aspiring bear watcher's dream ticket where giant Coastal Brown Bears can be observed catching salmon where river meets ocean in summer. Nowhere else on the planet will you see more and bigger bears, up close and personal, than you will in Katmai where the bear viewing experience is all about being on the ground with these magnificent animals, with very few people around. Access this amazing brown bear habitat by small boat/skiff and disembark to walk to locations where bears are feeding. Experience full days of bear viewing with packed lunches taken in the field. Here we will seek large males in particular.
Anchorage
Despite developing into a cultural hub, Anchorage still has wildlife on the doorstep in abundance. A gentle bike ride out of town along the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail offers the possibility to see Beluga Whales in Cook Inlet if the tide is in, and encounter moose, black bear and other wildlife along the trail.
NEW FOR OCTOBER 2022
"Pack all your senses and some flexible lenses - it's going to be a wild ride!" Trai Anfield, Tour Leader
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Endemic wildlife - unique species not found anywhere else in the world
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Explore Madagascar's National Parks on foot by night and day - ideal safari for those who love walking & wildlife!
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Andasibe-Mantadia - dawn chorus of the Indri, exotic chameleons
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Ranomafana - lemurs & waterfalls
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Anja - intimate lemur encounters
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Isalo - spectacular landscapes, flora & rock formations
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Zombitse - siftaka, reptiles
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Ifaty - baobabs & spiny forest at dawn & by night; snorkel the coral reef
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Optional Kirindy extension - fossa and baobabs
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Scheduled to ensure best photographic conditions for wildlife & landscapes
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Always time to observe animal behaviour and create your shots
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Great opportunities for experienced photographers looking for new species
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Beginner-friendly atmosphere to learn new and creative techniques with experienced tutor
NEW FOR JANUARY 2022
Northern Greece Highlights
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Close to home - better for the planet!
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Covid19 social distancing measures in place
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Small group size - max 3 guests
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Rich diversity of European birdlife and mammals
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Dalmation pelican
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Pygmy Cormorant
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Many birds of prey frequent the area including Lesser Spotted and Bonelli’s Eagle, Great Spotted Eagle, Peregrine Falcon, Eurasian Hobby, Levant Sparrow Ηawk and Northern Goshawk
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Large herds of water buffalo on the lakeshores
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Coypu and otter may be seen too
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Glorious land, lake, mountain and sky scapes of Lake Kerkini
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Safari scheduled to ensure best photographic conditions for wildlife & landscapes
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Beginner friendly plus great for intermediate/experienced photographers looking for new species
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1-2-1 technical tuition and creative inspiration with your tutor Trai Anfield
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Expert local wildlife guide and traditional boat
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Support community, conservation and climate
NEW FOR JANUARY 2022
Encounters With The World's Rarest Cat
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Rich diversity of European wildlife
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Specialist hides for many species including:
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Iberian lynx
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Golden eagle
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Imperial eagle
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Monk & Vale Vultures
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Small mountain birds
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Red deer (including backlit against sunrise)
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Otter tracking day on foot with Blue Magpie and many other birds
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Safari scheduled to ensure best photographic conditions for wildlife & landscapes
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Great opportunities for intermediate and experienced photographers looking for
new species -
1-2-1 technical tuition and creative
inspiration with Trai Anfield -
Expert local wildlife guide
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Small group size - max 3 guests
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Covid19 social distancing measures in place
Soon releasing 2023
Borneo is primate central with orang-utan, proboscis monkey and dozens more tree-swinging species, alongside pygmy elephants, a canopy full of dazzling birdlife and the chance to add on an encounter with fearsome Komodo Dragons!
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Four of Sabah's premier wildlife destinations:
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Sepilok
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Kinabatangan River
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Danum valley
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Deramakot
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Abundant and diverse wildlife
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Varied habitats including primary rainforest, montane forest and rivers
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Private boat, walking & 4x4 safaris
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Max 3 photographers per boat
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1-2-1 Photography & film making tuition & critique sessions with Trai Anfield
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Private wildlife guide throughout the tour
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Air-conditioned lodge accommodation
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Visit & support conservation initiatives
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Post production sessions
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Add on Komodo Dragons!
Suggested Add-ons
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Go BIG in 2023!
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Combine Uganda with Zimanga back to back for the ultimate African wildlife experience!
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“ Uganda is a real African gem, and our journey here allows us to experience the finest gorilla treks with the most experienced and charismatic guides, to seek out the full range of Ugandan primates including chimpanzee, colobus and red monkey, and to search out many other mammals, birds and reptiles that share their complex and rewarding ecosystems. Most notable of these are the legendary tree-climbing lions and the extraordinary Shoebill.
On this comprehensive Uganda photography safari we tour the most beautiful regions of this spectacular country, including Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Kibale, Queen Elizabeth II National Park and the wetlands of Mabamba. We will also have the opportunity to photograph some superb Rift Valley scenery, and discover Uganda's upbeat culture along the way.
Trai Anfield, tour leader
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NEW FOR APRIL 2022
Finland Highlights
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Close to home - better for the planet!
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Covid19 social distancing measures in place
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Small group size - max 6 guests
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Exciting range of iconic European predators in the wild
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Brown bear
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Wolf
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Wolverine
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Birds of prey in the area include golden eagle, white tailed eagle, great grey owl and eagle owl
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Reindeer, moose, beaver and many smaller birds of the taiga may also be spotted
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Glorious forest and lake landscapes of northeastern Finland
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Outside chance of seeing the northern lights too
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Fun and authentic husky dog sledding experience
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Safari scheduled to ensure best photographic conditions for wildlife & landscapes
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Beginner friendly plus great for intermediate/experienced photographers looking for new species
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1-2-1 technical tuition and creative inspiration with your tutor Trai Anfield
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Expert local wildlife advice on up to date sightings and action
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Rich diversity of British wildlife in natural settings
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Larger mammals including Otter, Scottish Wildcat, Badger, Fox, Beaver, Wild Boar, Sika Deer
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Smaller mammals including Water Vole, Pine Marten, Stoat, Polecat, Hedgehog, Water Shrew​
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Beginner friendly plus great for intermediate/experienced photographers seeking closer access and new species
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1-2-1 technical tuition and creative inspiration with your tutor Trai Anfield
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Close to home for UK & European clients: support local economy, conservation and climate
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Covid19 social distancing and financial protection measures in place
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Small group size - max 6 guests
Wolf, coyote, red fox, moose, bison, elk, otter, pronghorn antelope, bighorn sheep
Exclusive access to photograph the pine marten featured in BBC's Planet Earth
Raptors frequently photographed include include bald eagle and golden eagle
Specialist talk from an expert wolf researcher​ from Yellowstone National Park
Swarovski Optics digi-scopes available with adaptors for all the major camera body manufacturers
Fabulous landscapes featuring Teton mountains, Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone River, frozen waterfalls, Old Faithful geyser and many other geothermal features whose heat attracts wildlife!
Specialist snow coaches and retro-fitted 4WD vehicles with opening windows & roof hatches at every seat
Yellowstone Wildlife In Winter 2025
" South Luangwa: Where Safari Tradition Inspires Safari Future "
The Very Best of Traditional Game Drive & Walking Safaris
Plus Specialist Mammal & Bird Hides
A Fabulous Combination For Any Wildlife Photographer
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Options for 3 different photography activitiy types per day: Game Drives - Walking -Safaris - Hides
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Very high predator density with relaxed big cats, especially several resident leopards and lion prides
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Good chance of African painted dog (wild dog)
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Renowned as the best place in Africa for walking safaris - photograph large mammals on foot, low angles
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Several hides available for large mammals, including lion, wild dog, elephant, buffalo, hippo, zebra
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Specialist floating hide for carmine bee eaters
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Small group: max 6 photographers - in 2 game vehicles - complete seating row each
Book Safely & With Peace Of Mind: Covid-19 Protection & Precautions
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A personal note from Trai
"The safety of my guests has always been uppermost in my mind, and I have given much thought to appropriate social distancing measures for my workshops. These are thankfully being relaxed at the time of writing, though we may need to revisit them at times in future.
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Thank you in advance for your adherence to any measures deemed necessary, and for keeping us all safe while we continue to explore new places and incredible photography!"
COVID PROMISE
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Fairness and flexibility are always my watchwords when it comes to my guests' safari experience.
So wherever possible I will ask for a smaller deposit than usual, and will defer the balance payment to as close to your departure time as possible. Myself or a partner agent will also talk with you before requesting balance payments, to make sure you are comfortable with travelling with regard to the current Covid situation.
If not we will offer you a comprehensive range of flexible alternative options including postponement, re-booking to another destination, or refund.
My clients over the last couple of years have highly praised this Covid Promise, which in terms of fairness, flexibility, transparency and responsiveness has outshone many major companies.
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What Guests Say About My Covid Promise
"Such a shame that we are not at Zimanga....hopefully next year!! I have certainly been more than happy with the service from Alan and yourself. Absolutely brilliant."
P Duncan
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"We were more than happy with the way and speed that you and Allan dealt with the cancellation and are only sorry we had to go down that route. Hopefully we can arrange something in the future"
J Crook
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"The service from yourself and Allan has been great with both of you being very understanding in these difficult times"
J Shield
What Guests Say About My Covid Precautions
"At this time of social distancing, and the wearing of face masks when at a distance of 1 metre or less, it is necessary to continue with as many pastimes as we can.
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Having experienced one of your Photographic Workshops I believe my safety and the safety of the whole group was well managed and at no time did I consider myself at risk.
I consider the workshop met all necessary controls to maintain a safe environment. At the same time, interaction was still possible to provide the necessary coaching along with questions and answers.
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Overall, the session was without doubt a valuable experience. I learnt some very useful tips and the day gave me further confidence to tackle tricky lighting conditions in the future. Looking forward to other workshops!"
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JIM IMBER, pictured above right attending our recent Raptors workshop
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Covid Precautions
Even where social distancing measures are still required amongst guests who are not from the same household, we can still be sure of our usual wonderfully intimate experience with the wildlife!
Please note that your booking constitutes acceptance of the need to prioritise safety for yourself and all others associated with the safari at all times. This means you agree to adhere strictly to the relevant government Covid19 advice throughout, which may include the wearing of a mask when necessary.
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Please do not attend any workshop or safari if you or your family are showing any symptoms of Covid 19.
- Our workshops and safaris are held well away from crowds in the more remote locations of the world. We do not wish to risk bringing infection to these areas, so all guests are requested to travel to our meeting points using all possible personal protection
- Places are limited to 6 guests and 1 tutor
- We use small hides for 1-3 photographers, with plastic dividers in place where necessary
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- Please do not greet anyone by shaking hands and avoid physical contact at all times
- Only touch your own photography equipment
- Avoid touching your nose, eyes and mouth
- Guests are asked to please arrive with your own masks (N95, R95, KN95 or surgical masks) and they must be worn according to WHO safety standards
- Hand sanitiser will be available at all times
- 1m+ distancing will be maintained
- Masks will be worn whenever necessary
- Where required Trai will wear gloves when helping with guest cameras
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Any guest not complying with safety measures will be asked to leave the workshop. No refund will be offered in this circumstance.
Informal Track and Trace BackUp
As an extra measure we ask if you have a positive Covid-19 test result within 14 days of your workshop or safari, please let us know immediately, so that we can inform the other members of the group, asking them to self-isolate.
We cannot accept responsibility for any subsequent infection.
Other than that it will be business as usual with the incredible animals and birds, and of course the most wonderful and creative photographic opportunities!
Introduction Wildlife Photography Experience
1 day wildlife photography starter workshop for both you and your child
Learn the secrets of wildlife photography, meet our owls and creepy crawlies, and you can even try out camouflage like a wildlife photography pro! From 6 - 16 years with an adult.
A unique chance for you and your youngster to learn about wildlife photography together.
During a fun and fact-filled day you will meet, learn about and photograph our super team of friendly owls and wriggly reptiles in the glorious natural setting of Northumberland.
You'll have the chance to develop your photographic skills with an inspirational range of wildlife, and learn how to stay invisible to the animals using camouflage, stealth and field craft.
So if you're looking for something different to do with the kids this summer, why not bring them on a Kids n GrownUps Wildlife Camera Craft Day?
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Birds of Prey - native owls perched and in flight in natural settings
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Reptiles to photograph and handle
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Camouflage and field craft
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Beginner friendly - come and learn new techniques
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Use a DSLR, bridge, compact camera or even a smart phone
No matter what your level of photography, or what camera you bring along, we will make sure that you get the most out of the workshop and take home photographs that both of you will treasure for years to come.
We work together with you and your child and will advise you on everything from the on/off button to camera settings for different types of shots, how to focus and expose your photographs correctly, picture composition and how to best capture the movements and behaviour of wildlife.
You will photograph beautiful British owls as they perch and fly free in their natural surroundings, and will also learn how to make a simple hide, allowing you to get closer to wildlife when you head out into the wild. You will even have the chance to use camouflage cream (optional) to help you blend into the bushes and stay invisible to the animals. (please bring wet wipes and old clothes if you don't want to go home looking like Rambo!)
Back with the creepy crawlies we will look at how to capture their fine and delicate details, and all their weird and wonderful natural behaviour.
We will also help with guidance on photographing each other, so you really will capture some special memories.
Places for this workshop are limited, so book early to avoid disappointment,
and please feel free to get in touch if you have any questions.
" It's a great way of bonding with the kids, and could start a shared interest that lasts a lifetime." Trai Anfield, workshop leader
STOP PRESS!!!
Every young person attending this workshop becomes a member
of our Cubs Camera Club - it's free and you'll get all this!
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top tips on wildlife photography
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competitions with great prizes
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first chance to book all new Cubs Camera Club workshops
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discounts on adult workshops for graduate members
AVAILABILITY - SOLD OUT
Cost:
1 Adult + 1 child £95
Additional child £25*
2 adults + 2 children
*Maximum 2 children per adult
Includes all photography tuition, falconry, reptiles.
Please bring a packed lunch
March-April 2023
Iceland: Winter Landscapes & Wildlife Highlights
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Arctic fox, reindeer, overwintering birds
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Glacier and ice lagoon
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Iceberg 'diamond' beach
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Geothermal features including Geysir
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Ice cave
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Frozen winter waterfalls
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Black beaches and sea stacks
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Icelandic horses
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Reykjavik city
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Northern lights - if they're visible we'll find them!
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Cultural experience of Icelandic rural life and crafts
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Excellent full board accomodation including authentic Icelandic guesthouse, all in optimum locations for photography
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July 2023
BOTSWANA: CHOBE, OKAVANGO, KALAHARI
Premium 3 Centre Botswana Photography & Film Making Safari
SORRY - YOU MISSED IT
Botswana 2023 Highlights
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Three of the country's premier wildlife destinations:​
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Chobe River - specialist photography boat, lodge & photo hide
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​Okavango Delta - mokoro, motor boat, walking and game drives
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Central Kalahari - rarer species, hides, walks, drives, night time photography
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Abundant and diverse range of wildlife throughout Botswana
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Variety of habitats and landscapes
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Great mix of photography boat, mokoro, vehicle & walking safaris
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Exclusive use of specialist photography boat
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Each photographer has a full row of seats in game vehicles
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Optional astrophotography sessions
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1-2-1 photography tuition, reviews and post production session
2022
August 2022
Alaska: Epic Bears Photography Safari
AVAILABILITY - SOLD OUT
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On land, in water and in the air, Alaska's wildlife is awesome...in the truest sense of the word!
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three centre safari gets you to the heart of all the action
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authentic wilderness lodge and expert guiding team
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opportunities for encounters on foot, by boat and in vehicle
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time to observe animal behaviour and create your shots
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experienced tutor and beginner-friendly atmosphere to learn
new photographic skills and techniques
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creative challenges for for more experienced photographers
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macro and astro photography sessions, weather permitting
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option to try DSLR videography with a BBC trained wildlife film maker
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small group - max 6
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interested partners / travel companions welcome
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our safaris support conservation and communities
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July 2023, August 2024, October 2025
ZIMANGA, SOUTH AFRICA
Zimanga Ultimate South African Photography & Film Making Safari
2023 AVAILABILITY - SOLD OUT
2024 AVAILABILITY - 1 place, single occupancy
2025 Availability - BOOKING NOW
Ultimate South African Photography & Film Making Safari in this unique and inspiring location designed specifically for photographers
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Our most-requested destination
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Unrivalled quality of wildlife encounters and photographic opportunities
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Superb hide network as well as game drives
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Night and day photography
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Well-suited to videography as well as photography
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Exceptional lodge accommodation
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Beginner friendly with new challenges for experienced safari-goers
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Connoisseur choice for African wildlife photography & film making
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No yellow fever or malaria medication required
SKOKHOLM ISLAND - PUFFIN PARADISE!
26 - 29 April 2024
SORRY - YOU MISSED IT
Skokholm Island
Pembrokeshire, Wales
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4 days / 3 nights,
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Spectacular puffins plus razorbill, guillemot, shag, tern, kittiwake, fulmar, gannet, Manx shearwater and many more birds plus the chance of large marine mammals
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Beginner friendly - come and learn new techniques!
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In flight, in water and on nest opportunities with a terrific range of seabirds
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Unique golden hour opportunities
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Advanced techniques for experienced photographers
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Great option to try wildlife film making
KENYA FOR CREATIVES
for those seeking exclusive experiences & imaginative photography
05 - 17 October 2025
JUST RELEASED _ NOW BOOKING
Highlights of Kenya For Creatives Photography Safari include:
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Great migration action and river crossings - 4 nights in the Maasai Mara National Reserve
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Freedom to get off road and up close with predators - 4 nights in Naboisho conservancy
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3 night exclusive camp booking at Shompole - no other guests
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Shompole overnight hide - every guest has hide access every night
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Doors-off helicopter flight over lake Natron / Magadi - incredible colours and flamingos from above
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2 private scenic charter flights
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Cultural photography - walk with Maasai herders and their cattle
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Night drives, bush walks, astro photography included
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Small group - min 4 max 6 photographers & lead tutor Trai Anfield
PUMAS OF PATAGONIA
February 2025
Your Patagonia Highlights Include:
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Closest encounters anywhere with wild pumas
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Private estancia with expert guides used by BBC Frozen Planet and many other blue chip film crews
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Incredible landscapes of Torres del Paine for spectacular backdrops
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Other species including Andean condors, king penguins
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Small group size - max 6 guests
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Beginner friendly plus great for intermediate/experienced photographers looking for new species
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1-2-1 technical tuition and creative inspiration with your tutor Trai Anfield
Pumas of Patagonia 2025