What wildlife photographer or enthusiast has not dreamed of visiting the “Mammal Continent?” Africa! This Botswana Photo Tour will see that dream realized.
While there are plenty of antelope, hippos, elephants, buffalo and other iconic subjects to train our lenses on, it’s the predators that fascinate me.
Our two tent camps are perfectly located to find endangered African wild dogs, leopards and lions. In fact, one of the camps was the filming location for Netflix’s Living with Leopards.
LIMITED to six (6) participants. All-inclusive (double occupancy).~ TWO SPOTS LEFT! ~
Every day in the African bush is special. The mornings begin with nervous anticipation. What will we see today? Wild dogs on the hunt? Adorable baby elephants? An iconic shot of a leopard sprawled on a tree branch? The possibilities are nearly endless.
Each of our camps are located within reserves of half a million acres. We will have private sightings, usually just our car. Maybe one or two other vehicles. No crowds with vehicles surrounding the wildlife. More intimate, more quiet.
Along the way we’ll keep an eye out for birds as well. Although most folks venture to Africa for the big mammals, the birds are outstanding!
SCOUTING TOUR:
This is a scouting tour. I have not visited these lodges before. I’ve done the research, but without having the experience I can’t really tell you how every detail will work.
There may be some bumps, things I’ll change on future tours. In return, you’ll be getting a discounted rate on this tour.
We will have three chartered flights during this tour. The cost for this is included in the tour price.
ITINERARY:
IMPORTANT NOTE: This is an estimated schedule & we’ll do our best to stick to this itinerary, but certain conditions may necessitate changes. Good photographic experiences & plenty of chances to view wildlife will be our goals at all times.
Wednesday, May 3:
Arrive in Maun, Botswana (airport code MUB). We’ll take a charter flight from there to our camp.
Wednesday, May 3 – Saturday, May 6:
Our first camp is located in the northeast region of the Okavango Delta. We will have game drives twice a day.
The game drives offer the chance to see game like zebra, buffalo and plenty of antelope species.
Of course those game species attract the larger predators like lions, leopards and wild dogs. We’ll also be on the lookout for smaller mammals, reptiles and birds.
Sunday, May 7:
Today we’ll take a charter flight to our second camp, located all the way on the other side of the Delta.
Sunday, May 7 – Wednesday, May 10:
Our second camp is located on the southwest edge of the Okavango Delta. Again we will have game drives twice a day.
This camp boasts of the third highest concentration of leopards in Africa. It is also the filming location for Netflix’s Living with Leopards and the BBC’s Big Cats 24/7.
We’ll be on the lookout for bat-eared foxes, honey badgers and African wild cats along with the birds of the area.
Thursday, May 11:
Alas, all good things must end. Today we’ll take a charter flight to our Maun and begin our goodbyes.
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WHAT YOU CAN LEARN ON THIS TOUR:
- How to handle fast action in a changing environment.
- How to photograph wildlife through vegetation.
- Metering tips.
- How to pan running wildlife.
- Tips for photographing wild raptors & other birds.
A note about instruction on my photo tours:
Since skills levels vary so much on photo tours, I tailor my teaching to individual needs. Please do not be shy about telling me what you need.
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
- 8 nights of accommodations (double-occupancy).
- Meals & drinks from arrival at our camp to drop off at the Maun airport on the last day of the tour.
- 3 Charter flights.
- Private ground transportation from arrival to departure.
- Park entry & permit fees
- Drivers, spotters, and local guides.
- Jeff’s instruction, critiquing, and assistance.
- An extensive full-color dossier.
- Daily safaris.
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED:
- Airfare to and from Botswana
- Travel insurance (optional but recommended)
- Tips
- Medical expenses
- Laundry service
- Phone calls
- Any other personal items
LOGISTICS, EQUIPMENT & SUCH:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The bulk of the photography will be done while on safari in an open-air vehicle or photo boat, which requires no walking or carrying of gear. However, the vehicle does travel over rough dirt roads and sometimes does so very quickly when an animal is spotted and we’re trying to get to it.
AIPPORT:
Fly into and out of Maun International Airport in Maun, Botswana ( airport code MUB ).
VISA:
U.S. & Canadian citizens do not need a visa for Botswana.
RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT:
Here is the EQUIPMENT CHECKLIST (PDF) for this trip to photograph the wildlife of the Okavango Delta.
If you have any questions about the minimum lenses, etc. that will get you through, don’t hesitate to ask!
Please note: I do not have a tripod on the list because vehicle space is limited and charter flights have very tight weight restrictions.
GENERAL INFO / SIGN UP:
- DATES: Wednesday, May 3 ~ Thursday, May 11, 2028.
- SPACE FOR: Six (6) travelers ~ TWO SPOTS LEFT! ~
- PRICE FOR TOUR: $12,995.00
- DEPOSIT AMOUNT: $1500
- PAYMENT DUE DATES: A total of half the cost of the tour due 6-months before departure. Remaining balance due 90-days prior to start date of tour.
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