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2850 USD
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Nairobi - Mara - Nairobi
Deepak Shankar
Overview
The Shutter Monks Expedition to Maasai Mara offers a premier photography adventure set in one of Africa’s most legendary wildlife reserves. Known for its sweeping golden savannahs and unmatched wildlife encounters, Maasai Mara provides an extraordinary backdrop for photographers seeking to capture the raw beauty of the African wilderness. This expedition is tailored for those eager to photograph Africa's iconic Big Five—lions, elephants, leopards, rhinos, and buffalos—as well as witness the awe-inspiring spectacle of the Great Migration. Under the guidance of experienced photographers and wildlife experts, participants gain invaluable tips for capturing stunning, high-impact images. With carefully timed game drives at sunrise and sunset, enriching cultural interactions with the Maasai tribes, and luxurious yet nature-immersed accommodations, this journey combines adventure, culture, and world-class photography in a truly unforgettable experience.
Top Highlights
This tour is for anyone who wants an awesome wildlife experience. Someone who just loves to sit back and enjoy the wild without the camera is also most welcome. If you are a beginner in photography or have some experience with the camera, this is the ideal tour for you, as you would be capturing some great action shots, hunt sequences & portraits of the big cats.
- Iconic Wildlife Photography: Capture breathtaking images of Africa’s Big Five and other majestic animals in their natural habitat
- Expert Guidance: Benefit from personalized tips and techniques shared by seasoned wildlife photographers and local guides to enhance your photography skills.
- Sunrise and Sunset Game Drives: Experience the magic of Maasai Mara's golden light during dawn and dusk game drives, perfect for photographing animals in stunning, natural lighting.
- Cultural Immersion: Engage with the Maasai community to learn about their traditions and lifestyle, enriching your journey with authentic cultural experiences.
Included and Excluded
- Transport from Nairobi Airport to Maasai Mara and Back
- Twin-sharing accommodation
- All meals (Starting Breakfast to Breakfast)
- Park fees & Driver fees
- Domestic airfare within your country
- International airfare to Nairobi and back to your country
- Travel Insurance I Vaccinations
- Purchases at Nairobi (bean bag fillers, snacks, SIM cards etc.)
- Tips Gratuities (we suggest a $20 per person per day to the driver)
- Items of personal nature I Laundry and phone calls I Alcohol
- Anything that is not included in the inclusions list
- Costs of RT PCR other Tests
- Quarantine in case of Infection, Medical Costs
Itinerary
Arrive at Nairobi. our representative will pick you from JKIA. If you arrive early spend the day in leisure. Overnight at Nairobi.
After Breakfast visit to Nairobi National Park & Giraffe Centre.
After lunch transit to Lake Naivasha
Morning boat safari for photographing & observing the fish eagle and embark on a walk @ crescent island
Transit to Masai Mara
Full day game drive at Maasai Mara. Focus on the Big 5 & the Hunts Breakfast, lunch and beverages will be had inside the reserve.
A quick review ot the days sightings followed by dinner at the camp.
Full day game drive at Maasai Mara. Focus on the Big 5 & the Hunts . Breakfast, lunch and beverages will be had inside the reserve
Let's spend the evening with local Maasai. A Maasai tribal dance followed by an interaction. A quick review of the days sightings followed by dinner at the camp.
Full day game drive at Maasai Mara. Spend time in observing a larger part of the reserve.
Breakfast, lunch and beverages will be had inside the reserve. We will today visit a Maasai village, take some portraits & interact with the locals* Optional Additional Charges apply.
A quick review of the days sightings followed by dinner at the camp.
Fly back to Nairobi.
The Tour ends after we're transferred to Jomo Kenyatta Airport for our homebound flight, but your love for Africa has just begun.
Our trip comes to an end on arrival at Nairobi
