February 2027 - African Icons - Amboseli & Maasai Mara Photographic Safari

Mara North

• High density of lions with numerous resident prides.
• The varied landscape makes for beautiful backdrops with open plains dotted with balanite trees, forest, rivers and the imposing Oloololo Escarpment.
• Conservancy safari with fewer vehicles than in the National Reserve.
• 4 nights allows plenty of time to explore different areas of the conservancy.
• February is in the dry season, between the short rains that end in December, and the long rains that start in March. There are occasional rains, and if we’re lucky enough to have any, the dramatic skies can add a lot of drama to a photo.

Amboseli

• Search for compositions of elephants with Mount Kilimanjaro (weather permitting).
• Capture images of Amboseli’s impressive supertuskers.
• Photograph large herds of elephants in the marshes.
• Visit the dry lake bed (again, weather permitting) for iconic Amboseli views.

Day 1 - 15 Feb ‘27 - Nairobi

Meet at your hotel at 6pm for optional welcome dinner with Matthew.

Day 2 - 16 Feb ‘27 - Nairobi to Amboseli

Fly to Amboseli. You’re likely to get views of your first elephants before we’ve even landed.

Game drive on way to camp, and afternoon game drive.

Day 3, 4 & 5 - 17 to 19 Feb ‘27 - Amboseli

2 game drives per day. Editing sessions in camp during the day, or just relax and enjoy camp.

Day 6 - 20 Feb ‘27 - Amboseli to Mara North

Fly from Amboseli to Mara North Airstrip. Afternoon game drive.

Day 7, 8 & 9 - 21 to 23 Feb ‘27 - Mara North Conservancy

2 game drives per day. Editing sessions in camp during the day, or just relax and enjoy camp.

Day 10 - 24 Feb ‘27 - Mara North to Nairobi

Enjoy one final game drive, before flying from Mara North Airstrip to Nairobi Wilson Airport.

• Specialised photography trip. Let’s be honest - photographers operate differently to other tourists. This trip is designed to make the most of any golden hour sunlight - spending both sunset and sunrise in the hides.
• Small group size. The trip is limited to just 4 guests, guaranteeing plenty of 1-to-1 photographic tuition.
• Private, photography friendly vehicle. The best images often require patience, waiting for the moment everything comes together. We have private vehicles at both destinations, allowing us to dictate the pace of the trip. The vehicles also have large, open sides, offering flexiblity when shooting.
• Flying itinerary. Flying between destinations keeps travel time to a minimum, with each flight being around an hour. This leaves more time to enjoy each location, and has the added benefit of offering some incredible views. The arrival into Amboseli with views of Kilimanjaro is spectacular.
• Editing and Lightroom tips. Editing is a big part of the creative process of creating your finished piece of artwork. Matthew will be available to offer tips and guidance on editing and using Lightroom when in camp.

• The aim of this trip is that you return home with a beautiful set of portfolio worthy images, with plenty of exciting stories and knowledge to share alongside them.
• You will learn to enhance your creative vision - how to evoke emotion by getting creative with light, how to capture a viewers attention with interesting and unique compositions, and how to tell a story by focusing on moments, behaviours and interactions. Importantly, you will develop a proactive photography mindset, taking away skills that will allow you to capture unique and interesting images wherever and whenever you are photographing in the future. All the while you will be learning about your subject - a vital part of being able to capture insightful images.
• You will always receive plenty of 1 to 1 tuition both in the field with ideas for shots and tips on the best camera set up, and afterwards in camp with editing sessions.
• These trips are suitable for photographers of any level, whether you are at the start of your journey, or wanting to master more advanced concepts.