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This 12-Day|11-Night Amboseli – Masai Mara Safari Photography Workshop is organized by Safari Photo Studio and is led by renowned award-winning wildlife photographer Johan Siggesson. This Safari Photography Workshop will give you a unique wildlife photography experience. This small group workshop is limited to only three photographers. Johan will provide in-depth, hands-on instructions and guidance on the best techniques for capturing stunning wildlife images in their natural habitat. This Safari Photography Workshop will be run inside the Amboseli National Park and Mara Triangle.
Amboseli National Park is renowned for its incredible elephant population, including some of the largest tuskers left in Africa. It is also known for its stunning scenery, with the snow-capped peak of Mt. Kilimanjaro towering in the background. The big tuskers of Amboseli National Park are legendary. These magnificent African elephants boast exceptionally long, thick tusks that can reach the ground, earning them the nickname “super tuskers.” They are not only a sight to behold but also hold immense ecological and cultural significance.
Located on the Mara River’s western bank, the Mara Triangle is known for its dense wildlife population. It is a great place to see the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino) and other animals in their natural habitat. The Mara Triangle is also less crowded than other Masai Mara National Reserve areas, which means you can enjoy a more exclusive Safari Wildlife photography experience.
In this Amboseli – Masai Mara Safari Photography Workshop, led by renowned wildlife photographer Johan Siggesson, and our expert guide who has a wealth of experience in tracking and locating wildlife in Amboseli National and Masai Mara National Reserves. You will learn how to approach wildlife safely and respectfully, while taking pictures in close range. It is important to remember that wildlife should be treated with respect. The workshop will emphasize the importance of ethical wildlife photography, ensuring that you don’t disturb or stress the animals in any way.
You can learn from other photographers in the group, share your own experiences, and receive feedback on your work. The workshops are all=inclusive and include accommodation, meals, game drives, and instruction. They are a great way for photographers of all levels to improve their skills and learn more about safari wildlife photography.
Arrival Date | Workshop Fee |
October 5 | $13,850/per person |
Departure Date | Workshop Fee |
March 5 | $10,450/per person |
October 5 | $14,500/per person |
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PHOTOGRAPY INSTRUCTOR
“Seeing is only the first step in the creative process. Experiencing what I see and conveying it to You is where the creation becomes engaging.
With nature as an eternal source of inspiration, I create works where my impressions of my surroundings are expressed on paper. Creating harmony of the uninterrupted complexity that exists in nature is stimulating and inspiring.
Although my images have different motives and have been created using different techniques in the camera, all images are permeated with respect and reverence for the, sometimes very fragile, nature that surrounds us.” ~ Johan Siggesson
Johan Siggession is a wildlife photographer from Sweden residing on the small Mediterranean island of Malta. From an early, Johan was passionate about animals and the natural world. Before Animal Planet, Nat. Geo Wild and the likes, he was always guided in front of the weekly nature program on Swedish state television. No matter if it was lions in Africa, wolves in Yellowstone or Polar bears in Svalbard, Johan practically grew up with Sir David Attenborough’s voice at the back of his head.
From the moment he bought his first digital camera, I was hooked. The creativity that is unleased with instant feedback on the screen, variable ISO and more or less unlimited image capacity is something that really appeals to him. This, combined with a passion for animals, is a recipe for a wildlife photographer.
When he is not out photographing or stuck in from of his Mac processing images, Johan enjoys a good meal or watching a game of soccer with friends… and a cold beer. Johan hopes that you like viewing his images just as much as he enjoyed taking them!
In early 2019, Johan was one of the fortunate to be accepted into Sweden’s most prestigious nature photography association called Naturfotograferna/N. A great honour!
Awards and Publications
SUMMARY ITINERARY
Day 1 | Arrival Date
Hotel Emara Ole Sereni Hotel
Meal Welcome Dinner
Meet and greet at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, transfer to Emara Ole Sereni Hotel for an overnight stay in Nairobi. After checking into your room and settle down, you will meet your photography instructor Johan Siggesson at the Welcome Dinner for a short presentation on Ol Pejeta and Mara Triangle. Johan will answer any question you may have during the dinner presentation. After dinner, you will retire for the night at the beautiful Emara Ole Sereni Hotel.
Day 2 | Nairobi – Amboseli
Hotel Ol Tukai Lodge
Meal Lunch & Dinner
On Day 2, after breakfast, you will embark on the journey to Amboseli National Park by road. You will arrive Ol Tukai Lodge at around noon, in time for lunch. After a brief rest, you will begin your first game drive in the conservancy, kicking off the Safari Photography Workshop. The targeted animals in Amboseli National Park is Big Tuskers.
Day 3 & 4 | Amboseli
Hotel Ol Tukai Lodge
Meal Full Board
Early morning game drive with a light breakfast and coffee/tea. After the game drive, the group will return to the lodge for a full breakfast. Image review and presentation can be made after breakfast and before lunch for members to exchange and share the works taken the day before. Lunch is served at the lodge. After lunch, the group will have time to relax and enjoy the lodge’s facility before heading out again for the afternoon game drive. On Day 3, a Sundowner will take place in the bush for you the enjoy the beautiful African sunset.
Please leave your large luggage outside of your room to be picked up by your driver before dinner. Your luggage will be transferred to Mara Serena Safari Lodge overnight by road.
Day 5 | Amboseli – Mara Triangle
Hotel Mara Serena Safari Lodge
Meal Full Board
Early morning game drive with a light breakfast and coffee/tea. After the game drive, the group will return to the lodge for a full breakfast. After breakfast, the group will check out of the Ol Tukai Lodge and be transferred to the Amboseli airstrip for the flight to Masai Mara. Your driver will meet you at plane side at the Mara Serena airstrip. The group will be transferred to Mara Serena Safari Lodge where you will stay for the next seven (7) nights. Lunch is served at camp. After lunch, the group will have time to relax and enjoy the camp’s facility before heading out again for the afternoon game drive.
Day 6 – 11 | Mara Triangle
Hotel Mara Serena Safari Lodge
Meal Full Board
The daily routine for the following six days will be similar. Early morning game drive with a light breakfast and coffee/tea. After the game drive, the group will return to the camp for a full breakfast. Image review and presentation can be made after breakfast and before lunch for members to exchange and share the works taken the day before. Lunch is usually served at camp except for Day 8, you will enjoy a Bush BBQ Lunch.
On a normal day, after lunch, the group will have time to relax and enjoy the camp’s facility before heading out again for the afternoon game drive, except for Day 8 as the group will be out all day.
On Day 11, a special Sundowner with drinks and snacks will be setup in the bush for you to enjoy the African sunset.
Please leave your large luggage outside of your room to be picked up by your driver before dinner. Your luggage will be transferred to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport overnight by road.
Day 12 | Mara Triangle – Nairobi
Meal Breakfast & Farewell Lunch
Early morning game drive with a light breakfast and coffee/tea. After the game drive, the group will return to the camp for a full breakfast before checking out of the camp. After breakfast, the group will be transferred to the Mara Serena Airstrip for the return flight to Nairobi. A farewell lunch is served at a local restaurant in Nairobi before the group is transferred to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for the return flight home.
TYPICAL DAY ON SAFARI
Our professional guides are there to assist you every step of the way. Even though there is a general outline of your safari, your guide will talk with you regarding each day’s plans. He will tell you about the country you are visiting, its history, traditions, the area you are visiting, what you see; he will take you to the loveliest places, look after any formalities or negotiations with the local people, and take care of your safety and comfort. They all are proficient in bush craft, and can also tell you about the local traditions, wildlife, identify the birds, and help you learn more about the world around you. All our guides speak English as well as their local language and some speak French and Spanish as well. Days will vary depending on your specific schedule, road conditions, and what you would like to do. A typical day may unfold like this:
You will get up before dawn when hot coffee and tea are served. The air is cold as the sun rises and shimmers on the open plains. This is the best time to see the wildlife. Your camera is ready to go and you have layered your clothing to keep you warm. Head into the bush and search for lions, elephant, giraffe and plains game. Each turn will offer something unique – a lioness and her cubs, a herd of elephant moving to a waterhole, a cheetah stalking a gazelle. Your morning game drive lasts about two hours, depending on what you see. Return to the lodge for a delicious breakfast. After breakfast there is time to relax from being up at sunrise or now is the time to participate in any additional activities that the lodge may offer – such as walks, village visits, or bike rides.
Lunch is usually served in camp/lodge, unless you are out for a full day’s game drive, when they will have a picnic lunch. You will head out again in the afternoon; searching for the special species that may have eluded you. As the sun sets, return to camp for a hot shower. Then indulge in a delicious dinner and after dinner drinks in the lounge. There may also be a chance to sit around the campfire exchanging tales of the bush. Everyone retires early with great anticipation of the next day’s adventure!
When you are out on safari your schedule is flexible at most locations; however, some locations have set times for game drives or walks. You can always talk with the hosts of the camps/lodge to adjust schedules and they will try to accommodate you. The restriction will be to stay within park rules and travel times required to get you to your destination. Your guides will always give their recommendations but are there to listen to your needs.
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