Tour Overview:

Duration: 12 days/11 nights

Spaces: 6 Spaces

Join Tracey on this photography tour to two amazing Kenya National Parks, Tsavo West & Amboseli. One renowned for it’s rich red soil and the other the big ‘Tuskers’ with a backdrop of the magnificent Kilimanjaro.

This is a 11 night trip which has been broken down into 4 nights in Tsavo West National Park and 6 nights in Amboseli National Park. This will give us amazing opportunities with different landscapes and amazing wildlife.

For your activities, we will spend the whole days out on safari so we can cover more ground and give us some amazing opportunities for photography.

We will be guided through both National Parks by some amazing guides that have been specially trained to help you capture the best shots of the beautiful wildlife and landscapes.

During your activities, you'll be treated to light refreshments, making for a truly enjoyable experience.

Tsavo West National Park

Located in Kenya's Coast Province, Tsavo West National Park stretches for over 9000 square kilometres and is one of Kenya’s most impressive parks. Tsavo West’s spectacular natural scenery includes volcanic cones, swamps, rocky outcrops and lava flows, mountains, river forests, plains, lakes, natural springs, and wooded grassland. The other-worldly, black, layering Shetani Lava Flows, named after the devil, spreads over the savannah. Other incredible natural attractions include the awe-inspiring Chaimu Crater; the Roaring Rocks, offering panoramic views; and the gorgeous Mzima Springs, the main source of water for the Tsavo River. Animal lovers will enjoy the chance to see highly endangered black rhinos at the Ngulia Rhino Sanctuary, and a list of other animals in the park including large herds of elephants, common waterbuck, eland, buffalo, gerenuk, fringe-eared oryx, impala, and Maasai giraffe.

Amboseli National Park

Located in the southern reaches of Kenya, the Amboseli National Park is renowned for its excellent variety of wildlife such as Maasai giraffe, elephant, lion and cheetah and not surprisingly it is one of Kenya's most popular parks. The landscape of Amboseli is dominated by the majestic snowcap of Mount Kilimanjaro, as well as open plains, acacia woodland, swamps and the massif of Ol Doinyo Orok. The birding is excellent, especially closer to the lakes and swamps. The park is famous for being the best place in Africa to get close to large herds of elephants among other wildlife species. Other attractions include opportunities to meet the Maasai people and soak up spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest free-standing mountain in the world.

Four Points by Sheraton Nairobi Airport | Nairobi

Four Points by Sheraton Nairobi Airport is conveniently located near Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Kenya. Accommodation options consist of 172 comfortably furnished rooms and suites with air conditioning, desks, ironing facilities, safes, hairdryers, tea/coffeemakers, and TVs. Facilities and services include restaurants, bars, an outdoor swimming pool, meeting spaces, a fitness centre, laundry services, room service, daily housekeeping, wake-up calls, a spa, and Wi-Fi.

Severin Safari Camp | Tsavo West National Park

Nestled in the heart of Tsavo West National Park in Kenya, Severin Safari Camp is not just a destination but a haven where the heart of East African hospitality beats in harmony with the wilderness.

For over two decades, our doors have been open, welcoming adventurers, nature lovers, and dreamers to experience the magic that lies within and beyond our tents.

Allow us to arrange for unforgettable safari experiences such as a game drive into Tsavo West National Park, a soothing aromatic massage, or an outing to see the hippos and aquatic life of Mzima Springs.

Surrender to the wild, ancient allure of Tsavo West, the land of lions and lava.

Ol Tukai Lodge | Amboseli National Park

Ol Tukai Lodge is one of the best spots in the world to watch elephants with the backdrop of Africa’s highest mountain, Mount Kilimanjaro. Writers have described Ol Tukai and the surrounding Amboseli National Park as 'a home for the gods’. A place of rugged beauty, abundant water, lush green grass and forest, set like an oasis in the surrounding savannah shrubland. To crown it all, this is where you get one of the world's most awe-inspiring sights – dawn breaks and the sunsets over the 19,000-foot snow-capped dome of Africa’s highest mountain!

Pre-trip advice

1-2 months prior to travel you will receive a comprehensive document that provides packing advice, so you are prepared for your trip

Tour language

This tour is an English-speaking tour. Please note: all lodge staff/forest guides will have a good understanding/ use of understanding the English language.

Visas

Normally, UK passport holders require and online e-Visa.

Sign up for an account at www.evisa.go.ke/evisa website. Apply and pay online. Download an application form and complete this. You will need to upload some documents in jpeg form only. A recent passport size photo, a copy of your passport, a copy of the bio data page and a copy of your hotel booking for your first night in Kenya.

It is your responsibility to also ensure that your passport is valid for a minimum of six months and has several clear pages for visas prior to departure

Vaccinations \ Health

Wild Aperture are not qualified or legally allowed to provide vaccination or medical advice. However, you should consult your travel nurse or doctors for specific medical advice and up to date advise on vaccinations required. It’s suggested to do this at least 2-3months prior to travel or sooner if this allows.

Fitness Level Required

This tour does not require a high level of fitness. However, guests should be able to get in/out of a game vehicle (a step up/down of around 2 feet) with little or no assistance and should be capable of walking up to 200 metres to and from their room at the lodges/hotels. Guests should also be aware of the temperatures below that can be experienced at this time of year.

Camera Equipment

Depending on the size of the subject you are photographing, or the image you have in mind, lenses can range from 20mm to 800mm! A great general all-round lens is a 300 f/2.8, although zoom lenses like the 100-400mm / 100-500mm are very versatile. A 24-70mm and 70-200mm would be ideal for the animal in environment shots. Further information on photography equipment will be supplied as part of your pre-trip advice.

Gratuities

Gratuities are not included in the cost of your safari.

It is customary for tourists visiting Africa to leave a gratuity for guides and hospitality staff. You will notice that guides and staff will often go out of their way in order to give guests the best experience possible.

Your hosts will advise on the amount and can collect this from you all at the beginning of the tour. This will avoid you having to worry about paying gratuities at the end of the trip.

Wi-Fi Network Access

Wi-Fi is available in all the lodges (inc the rooms)

Dietary

Most dietary requests can be catered for with advance notice provided to us at least two months prior to departure.

Travel Insurance

It’s strongly recommended that you purchase your own travel insurance at the time of booking to cover any eventualities should you need to cancel your trip due to unforeseen circumstances as both the deposit and final balances are non-refundable. Guests travelling without their own travel insurance do so at their own risk.

Group Photo Workshop Cost: £6295

Single Occupancy Cost: £895 per person

Secure your place with 25% non-refundable deposit of £1573.75 / £1797.75 (single occupancy) per person

Payments accepted by Bank Transfer

*Please see Terms & Conditions for payment details

What’s Included

● Nairobi Airport meet and greet to and from the hotel

● Full board and accommodation as stated in itinerary

● All meals as stated in itinerary

● Full day game drives in both national parks

● Park fees and bed levies

● Services of a 2 photographic hosts (Guest host is Jon Warburton (AKA RangerKidAfrica)

Not Included

● International flights to/from Nairobi

● Any other meals not mentioned above

● Any other overnight accommodation not mentioned above

● Any personal expense such as beverages / drinks bill at the hotels, snacks whilst travelling, telephone bills, airport tax etc

● Tips & gratuities. E.g. local guides/drivers

● Personal Travel insurance

● Any other services not stated in the itinerary or above costs.