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Serengeti. Or Endless Plains. An apt name indeed for one of the world’s greatest wildernesses. Spanning around 15,000 sq.km. in Tanzania (and extending into Kenya as the Masai Mara), this massive national park is well known for its Big 5 mammals – lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo, along with the huge herds of herbivores and rich variety of bird life.
Serengeti is just one of Tanzania’s wonders. Ngorongoro, the world’s largest inactive volcanic caldera, is not a scenic spectacle alone. An astonishing diversity of wildlife is seen here in a small area, including a very high density of lions. En route, we visit Arusha and Tarangire to view varying landscapes. And more wildlife!
Darter Photography invites you on a wildlife photography tour to the amazing wildernesses of Tanzania. Learn the secrets of wildlife photography. And experience wildlife photography like never before!
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Tour Dates
Aug 25- Sep 2, 2018
Tour PriceUSD 4695/-Max. Participants – 5
Tour Highlights
Dates & Itinerary
Tour Dates: August 25 to September 02, 2018
Day 01 – (Saturday) Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). Drive to Arusha National Park. Overnight at Kigongoni Lodge
Day 02 – (Sunday) Morning safari at Arusha National Park. After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park. Evening safari at Tarangire. Overnight at Maramboi Tented Camp
Day 03 – (Monday) Morning safari at Tarangire National Park. After brunch, drive to Ngorongoro National Park. Overnight at Ngorongoro Farmhouse Lodge
Day 04 – (Tuesday) Full day safari at Ngorongoro National Park. Overnight at Ngorongoro Serena Lodge
Day 05 – (Wednesday) Drive from Ngorongoro to Serengeti. Evening safari at Central Serengeti. Overnight at Kati Kati Tented Camp
Day 06 – (Thursday) Safaris at Central Serengeti. Overnight at Kati Kati Tented Camp
Day 07 – (Friday) Drive from Central to North Serengeti. Evening safari at North Serengeti. Overnight at Mara Kati Kati Tented Camp
Day 08 – (Saturday) Safaris at North Serengeti. Overnight at Mara Kati Kati Tented Camp
Day 09 – (Sunday) Fly from North Serengeti to Arusha (tour ends)
Frequently Asked Questions
This tour is for wildlife photographers and wildlife enthusiasts who want to explore and photograph the wildlife of Africa. The timing coincides with the Great Migration of herbivores from Serengeti to Masai Mara, often referred to as one of the greatest wonders of the natural world. Note that the participants are not required to be experts in photography or carry professional equipment. Due to the small group size, beginners as well as serious photographers benefit through our personalized attention to photography sessions and on field assistance. Non-photographers, interested in exploring wildlife of Tanzania, are welcome too.
Where would we be staying on this tour?
We’re staying at the following places during the tour:
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- Arusha – Kigongoni Lodge
- Tarangire – Maramboi Tented Camp
- Ngorongoro – Ngorongoro Farmhouse Lodge
- Ngorongoro – Ngorongoro Serena Lodge
- Serengeti (Central) – Kati Kati Tented Camp
- Serengeti (North) – Mara Kati Kati Tented Camp
How do we travel to Tanzania?
Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is well connected from most international airports. If you plan to reach a day earlier, we can help you with accommodation for the additional night. Please note that flights to and from Kilimanjaro International Airport are not part of the tour price.
Are Visa and Vaccination needed for Tanzania?
Indians need a Visa to enter Tanzania. The procedure for applying for a Tanzania Visa is detailed here – http://www.tanzrepdelhi.com/visa.html
Vaccinations – Yellow Fever Vaccine is required for travel to Tanzania only if you are traveling from Yellow Fever Endemic countries or if your transit times in these countries exceeds 12 hours. Please check the list of countries that are considered Yellow Fever Endemic at http://www.tanzrepdelhi.com/visa.html
What would be mode of transport during safaris?
On this tour, you’ll be in a safari vehicle specially modified for photographers. The number of participants is limited to ensure that everyone in the vehicle gets ample space to photograph the wildlife of Tanzania.
I am not a keen photographer. But I want to visit Tanzania with your group. Can I still join?
Yes. If you are interested to explore African wildlife, you are welcome to join this tour. Please note that we do not offer a separate non-photographer pricing.
Can I bring my non-photographer partner with me?
Yes, you can. We visit one of the most awesome wildlife destinations in the world on this photography tour. Your partner will enjoy the journey with the group. Please note that we do not offer a separate non-photographer pricing.
What photography equipment is needed for the tour?
We recommend telephoto lenses reaching up to at least 400mm focal length to photograph wildlife at a distance. And please carry a shorter focal length lens to photograph the landscapes of Tanzania. Please talk to us to decide on the photography equipment that you need to carry for the tour.
Also refer to our tours faq for more information.
Tour Price
Tour Price (Aug 25 to Sep 2): USD 4695/- (Rs.3,05,175/-*) per person (inclusive of all applicable taxes)
*Tour Price in Indian Rupees is indicative only (as of February 01, 2018). We’ll communicate any changes due to exchange rate fluctuations at the time of registration/final payment.
The tour price includes
- Accommodation on twin-sharing basis as indicated in the itinerary
- All meals on the tour, starting with dinner on Day 1 and ending with breakfast on Day 9
- Pickup from Kilimanjaro International Airport on Day 1 morning and drop at Northern Serengeti Airport on Day 9
- Safaris in a specially modified vehicle, with 4 participants per vehicle
- Services of photography mentor and wildlife guide through the tour
- All applicable fees and taxes
The tour price does not include
- Travel from your location to Kilimanjaro International Airport and back
- Coastal Aviation flight from Northern Serengeti to Kilimanjaro International Airport on Day 9 (around USD 450)
- Visa Fees and Vaccination (if needed)
- Travel Insurance
- Additional water bottles, food or beverages, alcoholic and non-alcoholic
- All expenses of personal nature (laundry, telephone calls, etc.)
- Tips and Gratuities (please budget around USD 25 per day)
Please note:
- The itinerary mentioned in this page is subject to favourable weather and road conditions. In case of bad weather and inaccessibility to a destination, we will do our best to make alternate plans. The tour price or any part of it will not be refunded in the event of unfavourable conditions anytime during the tour days.
- Wildlife sightings depend on various factors, including weather, availability of food and the animal showing up in our vicinity.
- No refunds will be made if a participant is unable to complete the tour owing to medical conditions or any other reasons, after starting the tour.
- All participants would have to sign a Release of Liability, Assumption of Risk & Arbitration Agreement before joining the tour.
Wildlife Photography Mentor – Shreeram M V
Shreeram is a professional wildlife photographer and passionate naturalist. He has photographed wildlife across India, as well as various parts of the world, including Africa, New Zealand and Antarctica.
His approach to wildlife photography is to bring back photographs that tell stories – about the place and its habitats, the diversity of flora and fauna and human interactions with the wilderness. He works on assignments with magazines and corporates that have been enriched by this approach.
His personalized style of mentorship, where he works with the participants’ individual interests and strengths, has been much appreciated over the years. View some of his photographs from Africa here –
www.shreeram.photography
Sign Up
Contact us at the email/numbers below to book the tour. This wildlife photography tour to Masai Mara will have a maximum of 3 participants. We recommend booking early, which also helps you get cheaper flight tickets.
email: photography@darter.in
Tel: +91-97400 83260 (Shreeram) / +91-98800 06460 (Arun)
Alternately, fill in the following form to get in touch with us regarding the tour.