Photo Safaris
Southern and Eastern Africa are a paradise for photography lovers, offering some of the most breathtaking safari experiences on the planet. From the iconic plains of the Serengeti and Maasai Mara, where the Great Migration unfolds in dramatic fashion, to the rugged beauty of Namibia’s deserts and South Africa’s game-rich reserves, every moment is a shot waiting to happen. Catch golden light spilling over elephants in Botswana’s Okavango Delta, or capture close-ups of lions, leopards, and rhinos in Kruger National Park. For something truly special, head to Rwanda or Uganda to photograph wild mountain gorillas in misty, lush jungles. Add in the magical landscapes of the Indian Ocean islands—like Madagascar’s baobab-lined horizons or Zanzibar’s vibrant coastal life—and you’ve got a photography safari that’s as diverse and exciting as it is unforgettable. Whether you're chasing wildlife action or scenic serenity, this region delivers the kind of magic your lens will love.
Discover South Luangwa
7 nights immersed in South Luangwa
Join this 8 day photo safari hosted by Chikunto's resident specialist wildlife photographer Charlotte Arthun. You'll be right inside the heart of the "Valley of the Leopard" with high densities of big cats, diverse landscapes, incredible birding, and a stunning golden hour light.
£6,150pp
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South Luangwa
7 nights immersed in South Luangwa
Experience 8 days on a hosted photo safari in crown jewel of Zambia’s National Parks, South Luangwa. With stunning scenery, prolific wildlife and a very healthy leopard population, this trip is sure to wow in this true paradise that never fails to produce amazing photo opportunities.
£7,650pp
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Chobe & Delta
7 nights from Kasane to Maun
An 8-day hosted wildlife photo safari, with 3 nights spent at the award winning Pangolin Chobe Hotel which sits on the plateau above The Chobe River, followed by 4 nights at a spectacular private camp in the Okavango Delta for more land-based (and aerial) photography on the Shinde concession.
£7,575pp
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Gorillas in Uganda
8 nights in Entebbe, Kibale & Bwindi
Gorilla trekking to photograph mountain gorillas is a “huge tick” for most wildlife photography enthusiasts, and on this 9 day hosted photo safari, you will do two gorilla treks. You'll also spend a day in the company of a troop of chimpanzees, and get the chance to seee the amazing Shoebill stork.
£9,175pp
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Epic Kenya
11 nights Amboseli, Samburu & Mara
Join this 12 day hosted photo safari across three iconic photo safari destinations in Kenya. With a night in Nairobi, you'll then spend 3 nights in Amboseli framed by Kilimanjaro, 3 nights in the northern Samburu reserve, and finally 4 nights exploring the plains of the Mara in search of big cats.
£12,650pp
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Chobe, Delta & Kalahari
9 nights from Kasane to Maun
A 10-day hosted wildlife photo safari with 3 nights on the Pangolin Voyager Houseboat on the Chobe River, 4 nights in the Okavango Delta for more land-based photography in this incredible photo safari destination, amd 2 nights in the Central Kalahari where you will enjoy photo hide sessions and night drives.
£8,350pp
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Hwange & Mana Pools
8 nights Vic Falls, Hwange & Mana Pools
A 9 day hosted photo safari where you will experience the beauty and diversity of Zimbabwe, visiting Hwange and Mana Pools, plus Victoria Falls! These parks offer the opportunity to blend game drives with time outside of the vehicles on foot to get shots that only being at ground level can achieve.
£9,550pp
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Great Migration
7 nights Nairobi & Maasai Mara
Experience the might and majesty of The Great Migration on an 8 day hosted photo safari designed by photographers for photographers. You'll spend a night in Nairobi before heading to the heart of the migration in the Mara, which needs to be seen at least once in the lifetime of every photographer!
£8,395pp
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Best of Chobe
6 nights in Chobe across land and water
A 7-day hosted wildlife photo safari with expert guidance throughout. You will split your time onboard The Pangolin Voyager cruising down the Chobe River, and The Pangolin Chobe Hotel. With custom vehicles and boats, you'll snap Botswana's finest wildlife in the worlds greatest classroom!
£3,850pp
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