African Wildlife of the Maasai Mara Photography Safari

26th Sep - 3rd Oct 2026 - £6499

A Lion Silhouetted By The Rising Sun Behind Photographed During A Natureslens Photography Holiday To Photograph The Wildlife Of The Maasai Mara

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African Wildlife of the Maasai Mara - 26th Sep - 3rd Oct 2026 - £6499 - Single occupancy

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No payment is taken at enquiry stage. We confirm availability first, then send booking forms and deposit payment details. Please read our booking conditions and financial protection information before paying a deposit.

Keen photographers are invited to join Pui Hang for this 7 night African Wildlife of the Maasai Mara photography holiday in Kenya. You will spend 7 nights in an exclusive camp capturing images of the Wildlife of the Maasai Mara from unique adapted vehicles.

The Wildlife of the Maasai Mara photography holiday has an itinerary designed for photographing the African Wildlife from vehicles that provide low-angles for eye-level images, with single-occupancy in the camp now included.

The locations should provide opportunities for capturing images of African Elephants, African Leopard, African Lion, Cheetah, Rhino & more should be possible.

A Pair Of Lions Sleeping During The Heat Of The Day In The Mara Photographed During A Natureslens Photography Holiday To Photograph The Wildlife Of The Maasai Mara

Throughout this photography holiday, Pui Hang, a member of the NaturesLens guiding team, will be on hand to guide & lead you; he will be providing assistance & advice as needed & helping you develop your skills. Pui Hang will be available to help you capture images of the Wildlife of the Maasai Mara with an impressive backdrop provided by the surrounding landscape.

A Group Of Six Topi Silhouetted At Sunrise Photographed During A Natureslens Photography Holiday To Photograph The Wildlife Of The Maasai Mara

African Wildlife of the Maasai Mara Photography Holiday Itinerary

The following is the proposed itinerary for this photography holiday, it should be considered provisional & subject to change.

  • Day 1 - Assemble Wilson Airport, Nairobi - transfer to our photo camp located in the Mara - overnight our photo camp
  • Day 2 - Day 7 - Full-day of photography of the wildlife of the Maasai Mara - overnight our photo camp
  • Day 8 - transfer to Wilson Airport, Nairobi
A Trio Of Topi Silhouetted At Sunrise Photographed During A Natureslens Photography Holiday To Photograph The Wildlife Of The Maasai Mara

African Wildlife of the Maasai Mara Photography Holiday Highlights

We have taken care to refine the itinerary for this wildlife photography holiday; as such, we consider the following to be amongst the highlights of this tour.

  • Stay in an eco safari camp located within a genuine Maasai village
  • Experience the Maasai people\'s traditional & famous culture
  • Capture images of Africa\'s Big Five
  • Our camp is located 5 minutes from the border of the Maasai Mara National Reserve
  • Full day safaris so you will be out before sunrise & until after sunset, photographing in the very best light
  • Specially modified vehicles allowing low-angle photography
  • Accommodation in safari tents with ensuite bathroom with shower & flush toilet
  • Stay for 7 nights on a full board, shared basis
  • Guided by Pui Hang for NaturesLens
  • Great guide to client ratio of 1:5
  • Our itinerary is planned for peak season - the optimum time for photography within this area
A Topi Pride Lioness Sat In The Long Grass Photographed During A Natureslens Photography Holiday To Photograph The Wildlife Of The Maasai Mara

What Do You Need To Bring With You?

The items listed below are intended as guidance rather than requirements. They outline optional & recommended clothing & camera equipment to help you prepare for the conditions & photographic opportunities you may encounter.

Clothing We Recommend

Clothing suggestions for the conditions expected.

  • Clothing suitable for hot conditions
  • Lightweight, breathable clothing
  • Comfortable walking shoes or hiking boots
  • Sun hat or cap
  • Sunglasses

Camera Equipment We Recommend

Suggested camera equipment for the opportunities expected.

  • DSLR or mirrorless camera body
  • Spare camera body
  • Spare batteries, charger & memory cards
  • Telephoto zoom lens for wildlife photography (e.g. 70-200mm, 100-400mm)
  • Super-telephoto lens (e.g. 400mm, 500mm, 600mm, 800mm)
  • Monopod or bean bag
  • Lens cleaning kit
  • Camera backpack or suitable carry-on bag
  • Laptop or storage device for image backup
An Alert Pair Of Lionesses From The Topi Pride Photographed During A Natureslens Photography Holiday To Photograph The Wildlife Of The Maasai Mara

What's Included & What's Not Included On The African Wildlife of the Maasai Mara Photography Holiday

Before booking the African Wildlife of the Maasai Mara Photography Holiday, we recommend reviewing what is included in the trip price, along with any items that are not. This helps ensure you have a clear understanding of what is covered, allowing you to focus fully on the photographic experience.

Included In The Trip Price

Most services & experiences are included in the trip price.

  • Guidance from our experienced team members
  • Accommodation on a Single occupancy basis
  • Internal transfers
  • Park fees
  • Permits
  • Meals on a full board basis

Not Included In The Trip Price

Some items & services are not included in the trip price.

  • International flights
  • Internal flights
  • Camera equipment
  • Travel insurance
  • Visas
  • Gratuities
  • Personal expenses
  • All drinks
A Pair Of Tiny Hyena Cubs Photographed During A Natureslens Photography Holiday To Photograph The Wildlife Of The Maasai Mara

Travel Insurance

Travel Insurance – it is a requirement when booking on any wildlife photography holiday scheduled by NaturesLens that you have adequate travel insurance, we suggest a policy from TrailFinders or Campbell Irvine.

A Hippo Strides Through The Long Grass Photographed During A Natureslens Photography Holiday To Photograph The Wildlife Of The Maasai Mara
A Group Of Dramatically Silhouetted Topi As The Sun Rises Behind Photographed During A Natureslens Photography Holiday To Photograph The Wildlife Of The Maasai Mara
A Group Of Six Topi Silhouetted At Sunrise Photographed During A Natureslens Photography Holiday To Photograph The Wildlife Of The Maasai Mara
A Group Of Topi Around A Tree All Silhouetted At Sunrise Photographed During A Natureslens Photography Holiday To Photograph The Wildlife Of The Maasai Mara
A Lone Topi Silhouetted At Sunrise Photographed During A Natureslens Photography Holiday To Photograph The Wildlife Of The Maasai Mara
A Lone Silhouetted Topi As The Sun Rises Photographed During A Natureslens Photography Holiday To Photograph The Wildlife Of The Maasai Mara
A Group Of Six Topi Silhouetted At Sunrise Photographed During A Natureslens Photography Holiday To Photograph The Wildlife Of The Maasai Mara
A Giraffe Silhouetted By The Rising Sun Behind Photographed During A Natureslens Photography Holiday To Photograph The Wildlife Of The Maasai Mara
A Silhouetted Elephant Walking Past A Boundary Fence Silhouetted At Sunrise Photographed During A Natureslens Photography Holiday To Photograph The Wildlife Of The Maasai Mara
A Female Warthog With Her Family Of Young Photographed During A Natureslens Photography Holiday To Photograph The Wildlife Of The Maasai Mara

Where You'll Be Photographing on The African Wildlife of the Maasai Mara Photography Holiday

This holiday is built around locations including Maasai Mara, which Pui Hang Miles, your guide, knows well and returns to for close, reliable encounters, rather than a vague region you’re left to explore alone.

Additional Information

NaturesLens photography holidays do not include flights unless it is explicitly stated on the event page. When it is time to book your flights, we will send you the details in plenty of time to allow for bookings at the best available price.

The photography holiday itinerary is subject to change & is to be considered provisional.

NaturesLens photography holidays require a minimum number of participants in order to be viable. If this minimum number is not met, the photography holiday may not go ahead.

In the event that the minimum number for a photography holiday to go ahead is not reached, NaturesLens reserves the right to cancel any given photography holiday. In that event 100% of monies received will be returned. However, NaturesLens is not responsible for expenses incurred by its customers.

Not all mentioned wildlife can be observed & photographed at all times of the year, thus some activities may be considered seasonal & not available.

Please note the cuisine on many of the NaturesLens photography holidays is authentic & typical of the region in which you are travelling. International or western cuisine is often NOT available. If you have any concerns over the food arrangements or have any special dietary requirements, please contact us prior to making a booking.

All personal luggage are the responsibility of the owner & we request that photography holiday participants limit their luggage to the equivalent of one suitcase, one flight bag, one camera bag & tripod. We do not wish to appear dictatorial in this matter & the request is made to ensure space & comfort for everyone in our vehicles.

NaturesLens & its agents act only as agents for the passenger in all matters relating to travel arrangements, & as such, do not assume responsibility for injury, accident, damage, loss, delay or irregularity which may occur via defect of transportation or any other cause.

NaturesLens reserves the right to substitute hotels, & other previously outlined arrangements as necessary, to either improve or equal the travel experience.

NaturesLens reserves the right to pass on to photography holiday participants any additional & unplanned expenditure incurred during a photography holiday, via events beyond the control of NaturesLens. NaturesLens reserves the right to accept or decline any person as a member of any photography holiday.

Payment of a deposit by photography holiday participants or their representative constitutes their acceptance of all conditions contained herein.

All bookings are made subject to our terms & conditions.

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Difficulty
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Group size
5-8 guests
Photography style
Vehicle Based
Activity period
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Itinerary type
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