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One Of The Lions Drinking From The Waterhole Under Cover Of Darkness Photographed At Shompole Wilderness With Natureslens

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Where to Photograph African Wildlife

Africa's wildlife photography opportunities are unmatched in their scale & drama. From the great herds of the Maasai Mara to the elephants & predators along the Chobe River, these holidays place you in landscapes where wildlife is abundant, visible & active throughout the day. We focus on positioning, light & behaviour rather than covering vast distances, returning to productive areas when conditions are at their best. The trips listed here span East & Southern Africa's most productive regions, each chosen for the quality & reliability of their wildlife encounters. Whether you're looking to photograph the Big Five on open savannah or capture intimate moments at a waterhole at dusk, these itineraries have been shaped by years of guiding in these environments.

Our Recommended African Wildlife Photography Holidays

If you’re looking to photograph African wildlife in its natural habitat, the holidays below offer some of the finest opportunities available. Carefully designed for photographers, these small-group tours visit proven locations where a wide variety of species can be photographed in exceptional conditions.

Explore our recommended trips below to discover which destinations, species & photographic experiences best match your interests.

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    Africa is home to the most spectacular concentration of large mammals & iconic wildlife on Earth. From the great herds of the Serengeti & the Big Five to lesser-known species like wild dogs & pangolins, our African wildlife photography holidays provide opportunities to photograph a remarkable diversity of animals across some of the continent’s finest reserves.

    Browse the species below to learn more about each animal, discover where it can be photographed & explore the NaturesLens tours that offer the best opportunities to capture it in the wild.

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