8-Day Tanzania Wildlife Photography Safari | Serengeti, Ndutu, Ngorongoro & Tarangire

8-Day Tanzania Wildlife Photography Safari | Serengeti, Ndutu, Ngorongoro & Tarangire

Capture Africa’s epic wildlife on an 8-day Tanzania photography safari. Expert photo guides, open-roof 4×4, sunrise & golden-hour shoots in Tarangire, Ngorongoro, Ndutu and Serengeti.

This 8-day Tanzania photography safari is expertly designed for photographers and visual storytellers seeking world-class wildlife imagery. From Tarangire’s baobabs and elephant herds to Ngorongoro’s crater panoramas and Ndutu’s high-action predator scenes, every day is optimized for sunrise, golden-hour, and low-light shooting with an experienced photographic guide.

Why this tour is perfect for photographers

  • Photographer-first itinerary: extended early mornings and late afternoons in key photographic zones.

  • Expert support: professional local photographic guide + experienced driver-guide.

  • Camera-friendly vehicles: private 4×4 Land Cruisers with open roofs, bean-bag rests, and flexible shooting stops.

  • High-density wildlife: targeted locations for elephants, big cats, migration herds, and crater wildlife.

  • Luxury & logistics: hand-picked lodges with easy charge/access for camera batteries and secure gear storage

Tour Features:

Game Drives

Safaris include daily game drives in a high quality Land Cruiser, suitable for up to 3 people.

Luxury Safari

Africa Pathways Expeditions is a top-rated Tanzania photography safari operator, locally based with decades of guiding experience. We specialize in tailor-made photo safaris for professionals and serious enthusiasts, combining logistical excellence, deep wildlife knowledge, and photographic expertise to ensure you get the shots you came for — ethically, safely, and in comfort

Meals & Drinks Included

All meals as listed, local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are included.

Recommended dates

seasonal November–March for calving; December–March for dense predator activity

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Day 1 — Arrival: Arusha (Acclimatize & Gear Briefing)

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to your Arusha lodge. Meet your photographic guide for an equipment check, focus on safety, and a detailed briefing about lighting, vehicle setups, and the photographic objectives for the week. Overnight in Arusha.

Photography focus: gear checklist, white balance, focal length planning.

Overnight in Arusha

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Day 2 — Arusha → Tarangire (Late afternoon golden-hour shoot)

Drive to Tarangire National Park, famed for its towering baobabs and large elephant herds. Afternoon game drive with emphasis on framing elephants against dramatic baobabs and using backlight for rim-lit subjects.

Photography focus: wildlife portraits, telephoto prime usage, backlighting techniques.

Overnight: Tarangire lodge/camp.

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Day 3 — Tarangire Morning Safari → Mto wa Mbu Cultural Tour → Ngorongoro Crater Rim Sunset

Begin with a sunrise game drive to photograph Tarangire’s wildlife in warm morning light. After breakfast, journey north toward Mto wa Mbu, a lively village at the base of the Great Rift Valley.

Take part in an authentic cultural experience — meet local artists, farmers, and the Makonde carvers known for their wooden masterpieces. Enjoy a traditional Swahili-style lunch prepared with local ingredients, a perfect stop for both cultural portraits and lifestyle photography.

In the afternoon, continue to the Ngorongoro Crater Rim, arriving in time to capture sweeping sunset landscapes from your lodge overlooking the vast caldera below.

Photography focus: sunrise wildlife, cultural portraits, and crater rim sunset landscapes.

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Day 4 — Ngorongoro Crater Full-Day Safari

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best wildlife photography destinations in Africa. The crater floor offers a rare opportunity to photograph the Big Five in a single day, including lions, elephants, buffalo, leopards, and the endangered black rhino.

Enjoy a picnic lunch by the hippo pool and continue your game drive through changing landscapes — from open grasslands to acacia forests and sparkling soda lakes filled with flamingos.

Photography focus: Big Five portraits, crater landscapes, and wildlife close-ups

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Day 5 — Ngorongoro to Ndutu (Southern Serengeti)

After breakfast, depart for the Ndutu region in the southern Serengeti — a photographer’s paradise, especially during the calving season (December to March). This area offers incredible predator action as lions, cheetahs, and hyenas follow the migration herds.

Stop for landscape shots along the journey as the terrain transitions from crater highlands to vast Serengeti plains. Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive and sunset shoot.

Photography focus: migration herds, predators, and open plains.

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Day 6 — Full-Day Wildlife Photography in Ndutu

Spend the entire day photographing the Great Migration and the wildlife drama it attracts. Your guide will position you perfectly for action — from cheetahs on the hunt to elephants at waterholes and flocks of flamingos along Lake Ndutu.

With soft light at dawn and dusk, you’ll capture award-worthy images that tell the story of Africa’s life cycle in motion.

Photography focus: predator-prey interactions, aerial shots, and golden-hour storytelling

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Day 7 — Ndutu (Full day: Migration & Predator Action)

Spend a full day dedicated to high-action photography: river crossings, predator chases, and migratory herds (seasonal). Your photographic guide will position vehicles for optimal angles and backing-up strategies to capture decisive moments.

Photography focus: high-speed action, panning, sequence planning, anticipatory focus

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Day 8 — Ndutu Morning Drive → Return to Arusha

Enjoy your final sunrise shoot over the Serengeti plains. After breakfast, embark on your drive (or optional flight) back to Arusha. The road journey offers time for reflection — and perhaps a few last roadside photo stops of Maasai herders and sweeping landscapes.

Arrive in Arusha by late afternoon.

Your camera may be full, but your heart will be fuller — carrying home images that truly capture the spirit of wild Tanzania

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Safari Inclusions

  • Professional English-speaking photography safari guide

  • Private 4×4 Safari Jeep with pop-up roof

  • All park entrance fees and conservation levies

  • Domestic transfers and airport pick-up/drop-off

  • All meals and bottled water during safari

  • Hand-selected luxury accommodations

  • Unlimited mileage on game drives

  • Government taxes and service charges

Exclusions

  • International flights

  • Travel insurance

  • Visas

  • Tips and personal expenses

  • Optional hot air balloon in Ndutu or Serengeti

9 Days Tanzania Photographic Safari

9 Days Tanzania Photographic Safari

An ideal to spectacular landscapes in Tanzania, wildlife photography in the plain of Serengeti, Tarangire savanna, amazing Ngorongoro Crater. Great opportunity to beginner and professional photographers in the lands of big five, great wildebeest migration in Serengeti, portraits shoots of Maasai, Hadzabe, and other indigenous tribes in Tanzania.

Our budget photo safari

This budget Photo-safari features; Affordable lodges and tented camps located in remote areas and close to the greatest photogenic sites, 2-3 Photographers in a 4×4 Photographic Safari Vehicle, Driver Guide, and spotter, Golden hours game drives are our nature in photo safari. 

Day by day highlights:

  • Day 1: Arrival Kilimanjaro – Arusha
  • Day 2-4: Arusha – Cultural Tours – Ngorongoro Crater
  • Day 5: Ngorongoro – Serengeti
  • Day 6-8: Wildlife Photography in the Serengeti
  • Day 9: Fly from Serengeti – Arusha

Tour Features:

Game Drives

Safaris include daily game drives in a high quality Land Cruiser, suitable for up to 7 people.

Luxury Safari

Elevate your travel experience with private, tailor-made luxury safari tours to Tanzania created by our experts. Great Image Expedition is proudly based in Tanzania and offers bespoke Tanzania Safari Packages, including accommodation, meals, all-ground transport, and activities.

Meals & Drinks Included

All meals as listed, local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are included.

Recommended dates

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

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Day 1: Arrival Kilimanjaro – Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will warmly be met by our representative and transfer you to your place of stay in Arusha for dinner and an overnight.

Accommodation options

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Day 2-4: Arusha – Cultural Tours – Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast, drive to the Highlands of Ngorongoro Crater. Along the way you will stop and discover the local village of Mto wa Mbu and experience the real African life, the local market and enjoy the exceptional hospitality of the local people. After a home – hosted local lunch, you will drive up across the Great East African Rift Valley and enjoy another cultural experience, a visit to the Iraqwi People. Iraqwi People are ancient Cushitic people who moved here from the “Horn of Africa” nearly 1’000 years ago and they practice farming in the area.  Later during the day, drive up to Ngorongoro Conservation Area for dinner and overnight stay on the rim of Ngorongoro Crater.

Day 3: Wildlife Photography in Ngorongoro Crater

Early in the morning, leave with breakfast and descent down into the famous Ngorongoro Crater for another special opportunity for African Wildlife Photography. Afterwards, you ascend on the most breathtaking walls of the caldera to your place of stay on the rim of the Crater. With a large concentration of animals and short grasslands, Wildlife Photography in the crater or more appropriately a caldera, is excellent as animals are everywhere! Later during the day, you will ascend on the most breathtaking walls of the caldera to your place of stay on the rim of the Crater.

Day 4: Wildlife Photography in Ngorongoro Crater

Rise up early with the sun and descend down into the Ngorongoro Crater for another great African Wildlife Photographic Safari experience. Ngorongoro Crater is such a unique safari destination, a veritable “Garden of Eden”. The caldera is reputed to contain the highest density of carnivores in the world and the only place in East Africa where one can easily observe the last remaining populations of Black Rhinos in the real natural world. Dinner and overnight stay in Ngorongoro.

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Day 5: Ngorongoro – Serengeti

Today you drive to Serengeti National Park for lunch and an afternoon game viewing in the Park. Serengeti is Tanzania’s most renowned national park and a home to the greatest concentrations of large mammals on the planet. The name Serengeti is derived from a Maasai word ‘Siringet’ to mean ‘endless plains’, and these rolling distances of short grass plains provide an exceptional landscape for African Wildlife Photography; your ultimate safari country– this is the highlight of your safari, you are in the total wilderness of Africa with game viewing around you to give you, your very own ‘Out of Africa’ experience! Dinner and overnight stay in the heart of Serengeti

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Day 6-8: Wildlife Photography in the Serengeti

The following day you will have game drives at your leisure and track wildlife in the Mighty Serengeti. Serengeti National Park never disappoints! The location of your accommodation is chosen to ensure you get the best for your African Wildlife Photography. Dinner and overnight stay in the heart of Serengeti

Day 7: Wildlife Photography in Serengeti National Park

With picnic lunch, game drives in the Serengeti to view and photograph the great migration of animals. In this Park, you will be so amazed by the endless plains of the Serengeti dotted with thousands and thousands of game animals decorating the plains and the woodland pockets in the area! In the wake of all these, follow the predators- Lions, Leopards, Cheetahs, Hyenas and Jackals, while vultures circle overhead to clean up. It is this migration that many people envisage when they think of the “Wild Africa”. The timing is so perfect to enable you enjoy the magic of real African wilderness and the beautiful African Sunset at the horizon that spice up your special African Wildlife Photo Safari! Dinner and an overnight stay in the Serengeti

Day 8: Wildlife Photography in Serengeti National Park

Morning and Afternoon game drives in the Serengeti, exploring more on the last great migration of mammals on the planet. The area is also so rich in terms of the large Carnivore populations this time as these predators celebrate the coming through of the migratory prey animals in their areas! Part of the day, you will be looking for the Big Cats. Incidences of a Cheetah chasing a Gazelle or Lions making a kill and the Great Migration of animals that involves thousands and thousands of Wildebeests and Zebras are just some of the unique sightings you may encounter on safari in Africa. Serengeti National Park has all these for you on your African Photo Safari during your visit! Dinner and an overnight stay in the Serengeti.

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Day 8: Ngorongoro Crater Tour

Today is another wonderful experience, boarding your plane and flying low over the remote wilderness and the scenic volcanic mountains back to Arusha for lunch and a day room. Late afternoon, you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro Airport for your International Flight connections.

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The package includes:

  • An English-Speaking Professional Safari Guide,
  • All Transport on Safari in 4 x 4 open-roof Land Cruisers,
  • All Airport Transfers in Tanzania,
  • All Meals in Tanzania,
  • All Park Entry Fees and Crater Service Fees,
  • All Accommodation in Tanzania,
  • Temporary Medical Evacuation Membership Service for Emergency on safari,
  • Soft Drinks during game drives-Water/Sodas,
  • A Visit to Iraqwi Cultural Village.

The package excludes:

  • International flights
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)

9 Days Budget Photo Safari

9 Days Budget Photo Safari

An ideal to spectacular landscapes in Tanzania, wildlife photography in the plain of Serengeti, Tarangire savanna, amazing Ngorongoro Crater. Great opportunity to beginner and professional photographers in the lands of big five, great wildebeest migration in Serengeti, portraits shoots of Maasai, Hadzabe, and other indigenous tribes in Tanzania.

Our budget photo safari

This budget Photo-safari features; Affordable lodges and tented camps located in remote areas and close to the greatest photogenic sites, 2-3 Photographers in a 4×4 Photographic Safari Vehicle, Driver Guide, and spotter, Golden hours game drives are our nature in photo safari. 

Day by day highlights:

  • Day 1: Pick up and Transfer to Arusha Town
  • Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
  • Day 3: Drive to Lake Manyara National Park
  • Day 4: Land Cruising to Serengeti National Park
  • Day 5 – 6: Full Days in Serengeti National Park
  • Day 7: Serengeti to Ngorongoro
  • Day 8: Ngorongoro Crater Tour
  • Day 9: Visiting Local Villages then Transfer to Airport

Tour Features:

Game Drives

Safaris include daily game drives in a high quality Land Cruiser, suitable for up to 7 people.

Luxury Safari

Elevate your travel experience with private, tailor-made luxury safari tours to Tanzania created by our experts. Great Image Expedition is proudly based in Tanzania and offers bespoke Tanzania Safari Packages, including accommodation, meals, all-ground transport, and activities.

Meals & Drinks Included

All meals as listed, local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are included.

Recommended dates

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

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Day 1: Pick up and Transfer to Arusha Town

Upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro International airport, you’ll be picked up and Transfer to Arusha town, which will take about 45 minutes’ drive.

On the Way to Arusha, may be lucky to shot the view of Kilimanjaro Mountain from Moshi-Arusha Road, if the weather allows.

Depends on your arrival time, if early in the Day, will be possible to take a short tour in Arusha City, capturing what daily happening in the canners of Arusha town, Local Markets, and Maasai Markets.

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Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park

The Day starts after breakfast at the hotel, depart around 0700am to get enough time in Tarangire for game viewing.

Tarangire is the third-best Wildlife Park in Northern Tanzania, is well known as the home of Elephant Herds. In Tarangire, you will also be able to capture Lions, Cheetahs, Leopards, Antelopes, and many more wild animals.

Tarangire the first choice of bird watchers who have got the chance to travel to Tanzania for birding, it has more than 250 bird species.

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Day 3: Drive to Lake Manyara National Park

Early morning game drive in the Savannah of Tarangire after breakfast will drive to Lake Manyara National Park, it will take about 1-hour drive to Lake Manyara National Park from Tarangire.

Lake Manyara is featured by Waterbirds, some of Big Five Animals, and the green forest, it’s very good for photographers of the cruise in this park and five to six hours browsing are enough in this small green park.

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Day 4: Land Cruising to Serengeti National Park

After breakfast in the Lodge, pack your bags, Cameras, and other accessories ready to depart for a long drive to Serengeti plain via Ngorongoro Conservation Area. En-route will stop at one of MAASAI VILLAGE FOR SHORT MAASAI CULTURE WONDERING. Then proceed with a drive along with Ngorongoro Highlands with a spectacular view of the Crater towards the endless plain of Serengeti national park.

SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK known as the home to thousands of wildebeest who are normally migrating around Serengeti plain to connect with Masai Mara reserve in Kenya every year. Apart from WILDEBEEST MIGRATION SERENGETI holds the number one African best Safari national Park for providing great wildlife game.

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Day 5 - 6: Full Days in Serengeti National Park

EARLY MORNING GAME DRIVE in the corner of Serengeti park, an excellent time for African sunrise and surprise morning active animals, capturing animals with sunrises behind. After the short game will drive back to the camp for breakfast followed by a game drive until the afternoon to get back to the camp for a hot lunch. After lunch and relaxing at the Camp leave for an early evening game chance to see a lot of animals and birds.

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Day 7: Serengeti to Ngorongoro

After morning game drives and breakfast in the heart of Serengeti, depart hearing to Ngorongoro Conservation where you will reach there in the evening for dinner and overnight.

En-route you will stop in Olduvai George for the first human history.

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Day 8: Ngorongoro Crater Tour

Early morning adventure in Ngorongoro Crater, with your picnic lunch you will leave for a game viewing in the Crater. THIS IS A BIG FIVE DAY where you will have a chance to witness all-Big five animals and other wildlife.

Ngorongoro Crater is one of 8 World wonders where is unique for its Volcanic Caldera which allows Human being and wild animal to live together. Animals, birds, and other wildlife are happy in this Caldera, This Crater offers a great animal spotting game that only places you can see all big five in just a single day.

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Day 9: Visiting Local Villages then Transfer to Airport

As you will be wake up early and the Camp is close to the interior Bush of Hadzabe Tribes village. Depart for a culture tour in the village of Hadzabe (The Last hunters and gathers in Tanzania) and Datoga People who are Farm and Blacksmiths.

You will get in the field, hunting with Hadzabe Warriors, visiting their homes and learn how are their daily life, visiting Datoga People who are famous along with Lake Eyasi Village for farming and Iron Producers (Black Smiths).

AFTER ACTIVITIES, YOU WILL DRIVE TO THE AIRPORT TO CATCH YOUR FLIGHT BACK HOME.

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The package includes:

  • An English-Speaking Professional Safari Guide,
  • All Transport on Safari in 4 x 4 open-roof Land Cruisers,
  • All Airport Transfers in Tanzania,
  • All Meals in Tanzania,
  • All Park Entry Fees and Crater Service Fees,
  • All Accommodation in Tanzania,
  • Temporary Medical Evacuation Membership Service for Emergency on safari,
  • Soft Drinks during game drives-Water/Sodas,
  • A Visit to Iraqwi Cultural Village.

The package excludes:

  • International flights
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)

11 Days African Wildlife Photo Safari – Arusha, Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Serengeti

11 Days African Wildlife Photo Safari – Arusha, Tarangire, Ngorongoro & Serengeti

Following the greatest culture of wildlife and lifestyle photography, this photo safari  is guaranteed to offer the best of photographic safari experience.

Traveling around photogenic savannah and spectacular landscapes. Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, famous Ngorongoro Crater and interior village of last gathers and hunters in Tanzania.
More than 2 nights in Northern Serengeti is the sign of eye-catching wildebeest crossing photography, Big Cats, Antelopes, and more wildlife. Our great migration photo safari is one of our professional photo-guided safari tours, specially customized photo safari vehicle, and special set-up for portraits with spectacular landscapes and natives.

Day by day highlights:

  • Day 1: Arrival Kilimanjaro – Arusha
  • Day 2-3: Arusha – Tarangire, Wildlife Photography in Tarangire
  • Day 4: Tarangire – Cultural Tours – Ngorongoro Crater
  • Day 5-6: Wildlife Photography in Ngorongoro Crater
  • Day 7: Ngorongoro – Serengeti
  • Day 8-10: Wildlife Photography in the Serengeti
  • Day 11: Fly from Serengeti – Arusha

Tour Features:

Game Drives

Safaris include daily game drives in a high quality Land Cruiser, suitable for up to 7 people.

Luxury Safari

Elevate your travel experience with private, tailor-made luxury safari tours to Tanzania created by our experts. Great Image Expedition is proudly based in Tanzania and offers bespoke Tanzania Safari Packages, including accommodation, meals, all-ground transport, and activities.

Meals & Drinks Included

All meals as listed, local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are included.

Recommended dates

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

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Day 1: Arrival Kilimanjaro – Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will warmly be met by our representative and transfer you to your place of stay in Arusha for dinner and an overnight.

Accommodation options

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Day 2-3: Arusha – Tarangire, Wildlife Photography in Tarangire

Drive to Tarangire National Park for lunch, in the afternoon game viewing in the Park. Tarangire is the third largest national park in Tanzania and best known for its largest herds of elephants in Africa and one of the most remaining ancient trees in the world with full of amazing stories, the gigantic Baobab Trees! Here you will be able to observe a diversity of wildlife magnetized by the Tarangire River that allows animals to play and lounge around. Dinner and overnight stay in Tarangire

Day 3: Wildlife Photography in Tarangire National Park

Embark on a full day game drive in Tarangire National Park. The Park is the wilderness experience in its own right! Tarangire is much more wooded than Serengeti with Acacia Trees and mixed woodland dotting the African Savannah of the Park. Herds of up to 300 elephants scratch the dry river bed for underground streams, while the migratory Wildebeests, Zebras, Buffalos, Impalas, Gazelles, Hartebeests and Elands crowds the shrinking lagoons. It is also the one place in Tanzania where dry – country antelopes such as the stately Fringe – eared Oryx and peculiar spiral – horned Lesser Kudus can readily be observed. Dinner and an overnight stay in Tarangire

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Day 4: Tarangire – Cultural Tours – Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast, drive to the Highlands of Ngorongoro Crater. Along the way you will stop and discover the local village of Mto wa Mbu and experience the real African life, the local market and enjoy the exceptional hospitality of the local people. After a home – hosted local lunch, you will drive up across the Great East African Rift Valley and enjoy another cultural experience, a visit to the Iraqwi People. Iraqwi People are ancient Cushitic people who moved here from the “Horn of Africa” nearly 1’000 years ago and they practice farming in the area.  Later during the day, drive up to Ngorongoro Conservation Area for dinner and overnight stay on the rim of Ngorongoro Crater.

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Day 5-6: Wildlife Photography in Ngorongoro Crater

Early in the morning, leave with breakfast and descent down into the famous Ngorongoro Crater for another special opportunity for African Wildlife Photography. Afterwards, you ascend on the most breathtaking walls of the caldera to your place of stay on the rim of the Crater. With a large concentration of animals and short grasslands, Wildlife Photography in the crater or more appropriately a caldera, is excellent as animals are everywhere! Later during the day, you will ascend on the most breathtaking walls of the caldera to your place of stay on the rim of the Crater.

Day 6: Wildlife Photography in Ngorongoro Crater

Rise up early with the sun and descend down into the Ngorongoro Crater for another great African Wildlife Photographic Safari experience. Ngorongoro Crater is such a unique safari destination, a veritable “Garden of Eden”. The caldera is reputed to contain the highest density of carnivores in the world and the only place in East Africa where one can easily observe the last remaining populations of Black Rhinos in the real natural world. Dinner and overnight stay in Ngorongoro

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Day 7: Ngorongoro – Serengeti

Today you drive to Serengeti National Park for lunch and an afternoon game drive. Serengeti is Tanzania’s most renowned national park and a home to the greatest concentrations of large mammals on the planet. The name Serengeti is derived from a Maasai word ‘Siringet’ to mean ‘endless plains’, and these rolling distances of short grass plains provide an exceptional landscape for African Wildlife Photography; your ultimate safari country– this is the highlight of your safari, you are in the total wilderness of Africa with game viewing around you to give you, your very own ‘Out of Africa’ experience! Dinner and overnight stay in the heart of Serengeti

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Accommodation options

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Day 8-10: Wildlife Photography in the Serengeti

The following day you will have game drives at your leisure and track wildlife in the Mighty Serengeti. Serengeti National Park never disappoints! The location of your accommodation is chosen to ensure you get the best for your African Wildlife Photography. Dinner and overnight stay in the heart of Serengeti

Day 9: Wildlife Photography in Serengeti National Park

With picnic lunch, game drives in the Serengeti to view and photograph the great migration of animals. In this Park, you will be so amazed by the endless plains of the Serengeti dotted with thousands and thousands of game animals decorating the plains and the woodland pockets in the area! In the wake of all these, follow the predators- Lions, Leopards, Cheetahs, Hyenas and Jackals, while vultures circle overhead to clean up. It is this migration that many people envisage when they think of the “Wild Africa”. The timing is so perfect to enable you enjoy the magic of real African wilderness and the beautiful African Sunset at the horizon that spice up your special African Wildlife Photo Safari! Dinner and an overnight stay in the Serengeti

Day 10: Wildlife Photography in Serengeti National Park

Morning and Afternoon game drives in the Serengeti, exploring more on the last great migration of mammals on the planet. The area is also so rich in terms of the large Carnivore populations this time as these predators celebrate the coming through of the migratory prey animals in their areas! Part of the day, you will be looking for the Big Cats. Incidences of a Cheetah chasing a Gazelle or Lions making a kill and the Great Migration of animals that involves thousands and thousands of Wildebeests and Zebras are just some of the unique sightings you may encounter on safari in Africa. Serengeti National Park has all these for you on your African Photo Safari during your visit! Dinner and an overnight stay in the Serengeti

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Day 11: Fly from Serengeti – Arusha

Today is another wonderful experience, boarding your plane and fly low over the remote wilderness and the scenic volcanic mountains back to Arusha for lunch and a day room. Late afternoon, you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro Airport for your International Flight connections.

The package includes:

  • An English-Speaking Professional Safari Guide,
  • All Transport on Safari in 4 x 4 open-roof Land Cruisers,
  • All Airport Transfers in Tanzania,
  • All Meals in Tanzania,
  • All Park Entry Fees and Crater Service Fees,
  • All Accommodation in Tanzania,
  • Temporary Medical Evacuation Membership Service for Emergency on safari,
  • Soft Drinks during game drives-Water/Sodas,
  • A Visit to Iraqwi Cultural Village.

The package excludes:

  • International flights
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)

10 Days Tanzania Bird Photography Safari – Capture Africa’s Avian Wonders

10 Days Tanzania Bird Photography Safari – Capture Africa’s Avian Wonders

Overview

Step into a world of color, sound, and untamed wilderness with this 10-day Tanzania Bird Photography Safari, a curated journey designed exclusively for photographers and passionate birders.

From the misty montane forests of Arusha National Park to the vast golden plains of the Serengeti, this expedition captures the essence of East Africa through your lens — where over 1,100 bird species coexist with some of the most iconic wildlife on the planet.

Guided by expert naturalists and professional wildlife photographers, this safari blends world-class birding with breathtaking landscapes and luxury accommodations that place you at the heart of Tanzania’s natural beauty.

Safari Highlights

  • Exclusive 10-day private bird photography safari across Tanzania’s top national parks

  • Expert birding and photography guide for personalized field instruction

  • Over 1,100 bird species including raptors, flamingos, bee-eaters, and forest endemics

  • Excellent opportunities for wildlife and landscape photography

  • Cultural visit to Mto wa Mbu Village

  • Luxury tented camps and lodges chosen for comfort and proximity to birding hotspots

  • Ideal for both amateur and professional photographers

Tour Features:

Game Drives

Safaris include daily game drives in a high quality Land Cruiser, suitable for up to 3 people.

Luxury Safari

Join Africa Pathways Expeditions for a 10-day Tanzania Bird Photography Safari through Arusha, Tarangire, Ngorongoro, and Serengeti. Capture over 1,100 bird species and breathtaking wildlife moments on this exclusive private photo safari.

Meals & Drinks Included

All meals as listed, local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are included.

Best Time for Bird Photography in Tanzania

For the ultimate experience, visit between November and April, when migrant birds arrive and landscapes glow with color. The Dry Season (June–October) offers crisp light and easy visibility, ideal for raptors and savannah species.

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Day 1: Arrival in Tanzania – Arusha

Begin your Tanzanian bird photography adventure with a dawn departure to Arusha National Park, Our guide will pick you up upon arrival at Kilimanjaro airport and drive to your accommodation near Arusha national park, a sanctuary of lush forest, volcanic landscapes, and sparkling lakes beneath the shadow of Mount Meru.
Arrive to your lodge in the evening for a warm dinner and a short briefing with your guide

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Day 2: Birding in Arusha National Park

Depart very early morning from the lodge to Arusha National Park.

Here, your camera will meet the Crowned Hawk-Eagle, Cinnamon-chested Bee-eater, Hartlaub’s Turaco, and the melodic Rüppell’s Robin-Chat. The park’s contrasting light and misty forests create a cinematic start to your safari story.

After full day of birding in Arusha National Park, drive back to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

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Days 3–5: Tarangire National Park – Land of Giants and Baobabs

After breakfast, travel to Tarangire National Park, often called the photographers’ hidden gem. Known for its ancient baobab trees and large elephant herds, Tarangire is also a paradise for bird photographers, with over 350 recorded species.

Spend three immersive days photographing Yellow-collared Lovebirds, Red-and-yellow Barbets, Von der Decken’s Hornbills, and Superb Starlings, all backdropped by glowing acacia woodlands. Between birding sessions, capture the drama of elephants crossing dry riverbeds or leopards lounging in the trees.

Each evening, return to camp for golden-hour editing sessions, sundowners, and storytelling by the fire

Nights inside Tarangire.

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Day 5: Lake Manyara & Mto wa Mbu Cultural Experience

After breakfast, journey north to Lake Manyara National Park, famed for its shimmering soda lake, dense groundwater forests, and flamingo-filled shallows. This compact park is a dream for photographers — a blend of light, color, and wildlife diversity.

Capture Greater Flamingos, Pelicans, African Fish Eagles, and Silvery-cheeked Hornbills before visiting Mto wa Mbu Village, a melting pot of Tanzanian cultures. Enjoy a traditional hot lunch with local hosts, visit artisan markets, and photograph the rhythm of daily life — authentic, vibrant, and human.

By evening, ascend to the Ngorongoro Highlands for sweeping views of the crater rim.

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Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater – The Ultimate Birding Amphitheater

Today, descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s most photogenic natural wonders.

This ancient caldera hosts over 500 bird species, from Kori Bustards and Secretary Birds to Rosy-throated Longclaws and Grey Crowned Cranes. Against the dramatic backdrop of crater walls, you’ll also photograph Black Rhinos, Lions, Elephants, and herds of Wildebeest grazing under the golden light.

It’s a day of visual poetry — a photographer’s paradise of contrasts and motion.

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Days 7–9: Serengeti National Park – Icons of the African Sky

Your journey continues to the legendary Serengeti National Park, the crown jewel of African photography.

Over three days, explore endless grasslands dotted with rocky kopjes, photographing Lilac-breasted Rollers, Kestrels, Secretary Birds, Ostriches, and countless raptors soaring over the plains. If your visit aligns with the Great Migration, you’ll witness millions of wildebeests and zebras on the move — a dynamic backdrop for bird and wildlife photography alike.

Morning and evening light sessions reveal golden hues across the savannah, with predators and prey in cinematic motion. Each evening, unwind under star-studded skies as the sounds of the Serengeti lull you to sleep.

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Day 10: Return to Arusha & Departure

After a relaxed breakfast, enjoy your final photography session in the Serengeti before driving (or taking an optional scenic flight) back to Arusha. Along the way, capture final images of raptors and open landscapes.
Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight — your memory cards full, your heart fuller still.

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The package includes:

  • An English-Speaking Professional Safari Guide,
  • All Transport on Safari in 4 x 4 open-roof Land Cruisers,
  • All Airport Transfers in Tanzania,
  • All Meals in Tanzania,
  • All Park Entry Fees and Crater Service Fees,
  • All Accommodation in Tanzania,
  • Temporary Medical Evacuation Membership Service for Emergency on safari,
  • Soft Drinks during game drives-Water/Sodas

The package excludes:

  • International flights
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)

10 Days Great Migration Photo Safari

10 Days Great Migration Photo Safari

Following the greatest culture of wildlife and lifestyle photography, this photo safari  is guaranteed to offer the best of photographic safari experience.

Traveling around photogenic savannah and spectacular landscapes. Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, famous Ngorongoro Crater and interior village of last gathers and hunters in Tanzania.
More than 2 nights in Northern Serengeti is the sign of eye-catching wildebeest crossing photography, Big Cats, Antelopes, and more wildlife. Our great migration photo safari is one of our professional photo-guided safari tours, specially customized photo safari vehicle, and special set-up for portraits with spectacular landscapes and natives.

Day by day highlights:

  • Day 1: Your arrival day.
  • Day 2: Tarangire National Park
  • Day 3: Central Serengeti National Park
  • Day 4-6: Northern Serengeti “Kogatende Area”
  • Day 7: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater Rim
  • Day 8-9: Ngorongoro Crater Tour – lake Eyasi Village
  • Day 10: Farewell

Tour Features:

Game Drives

Safaris include daily game drives in a high quality Land Cruiser, suitable for up to 7 people.

Luxury Safari

Elevate your travel experience with private, tailor-made luxury safari tours to Tanzania created by our experts. Great Image Expedition is proudly based in Tanzania and offers bespoke Tanzania Safari Packages, including accommodation, meals, all-ground transport, and activities.

Meals & Drinks Included

All meals as listed, local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are included.

Recommended dates

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

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Day 1: Your arrival day

You are welcome to the Peace land of Tanzania, upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro, our driver will pick you and transfer to Arusha Town for overnight.

Overnight in Arusha with Half board based Accommodation.

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Day 2: Tarangire National Park

The Day starts after breakfast at the hotel, depart around 0700am to get enough time in Tarangire for game viewing.

Tarangire is the third-best Wildlife Park in Northern Tanzania, is well known as the home of Elephant Herds. In Tarangire, you will also be able to capture Lions, Cheetahs, Leopards, Antelopes, and many more wild animals.

Tarangire the first choice of bird watchers who have got the chance to travel to Tanzania for birding, it has more than 250 bird species.

Overnight in Karatu with full board-based accommodation.

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Day 3: Central Serengeti National Park

After breakfast in the Lodge, crossing Ngorongoro to Serengeti National Park. Before leaving Ngorongoro, visit the Maasai family by surprising, and learn much of what is their daily life, after then proceed traveling to Serengeti for a game drive.

Before leaving Ngorongoro Conservation we will surprise one of the Maasai family “boma” to see their indigenous living style, taking Maasai lifestyle photography in Ngorongoro.

The game drive in Serengeti will be starting in Children-friendly time in the morning, safari game drive in the corner of Seronera areas, luckily to sight rearrest small cats in the morning, and other morning active animals. Day and evening game drives, following the great wildebeest migration in Serengeti, family dining set-up in the bush.

Night in the Tented Camp or Lodge with a full board-based meal plan.

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Day 4-6: Northern Serengeti "Kogatende Area"

Early morning game drive in the Serengeti North. With a chance to spot early morning wildebeest crossing the Mara river, morning active animals, and hunting. After breakfast, the full-day game drives will follow. Wildebeest Crossing and Big Cats Safari day. After wildebeest game viewing, and sunset shoots then drive back to the Camp for Dinner and Overnight.

Night in the closest Migration Camp to the Riverbank.

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Day 7: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater Rim

Early morning departs from the Camp heading to Ngorongoro Conservation with game viewing on the way.

Overnight in the lodge on the Ngorongoro Crater rim.

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Day 8-9: Ngorongoro Crater - Lake Eyasi Village

Early morning adventure in the Ngorongoro Crater where there are high chances of seeing THE BIG FIVE. The crater also includes a spectacular Soda lake with flamingos. Afternoon lunch at Hippo Pool Picnic site is an unforgettable experience. In the afternoon we leave the crater and drive to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

Night in the lodge at Lake Eyasi village.

Day 9: Visit Hadzabe & Datoga Tribes

  • Sunrise shoots with Hadza,
  • Shoots in Hadza Village, families and when hunting.

Early morning drives to Hadzabe Village. Hunting with Hadzabe people, visiting Datoga people and learning their lifestyle.

Visiting them is like a movie, Hazabe is hunting and gathering, growing their families to be active in the jangle, Datogas are good farmers, they are growing onions, maize, and other crops.

Night in the lodge in Karatu

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Day 10: Farewell.

You will choose to go early morning shoots or rest until breakfast then take a drive to Airport.

It will take almost five hours to drive to reach the Airport. Lunch will be included on this day.

End of your 10 Days Great Migration Photography Tour.

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The package includes:

  • An English-Speaking Professional Safari Guide,
  • All Transport on Safari in 4 x 4 open-roof Land Cruisers,
  • All Airport Transfers in Tanzania,
  • All Meals in Tanzania,
  • All Park Entry Fees and Crater Service Fees,
  • All Accommodation in Tanzania,
  • Temporary Medical Evacuation Membership Service for Emergency on safari,
  • Soft Drinks during game drives-Water/Sodas

The package excludes:

  • International flights
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)

12 Days Cultural and Lifestyle Photography Tour

12 Days Cultural and Lifestyle Photography Tour

Tanzania photo tour from the homeland of Kilimanjaro, traveling to Arusha as getting closer to Hadza, Maasai, and Mbulu Communities in Karatu, Safari to Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara. This cultural photography tour will focus on live living photography in some ethnic tribes like Maasai Tribes, Hadzabe tribe, Datoga, Local Swahili people in the streets, Mbulu tribes and more.

Day by day highlights:

  • Day 1: Your Arrival in Tanzania
  • Day 2: Driving To West Kilimanjaro
  • Day 3: West Kilimanjaro – Arusha
  • Day 4: Drive To Munduli Juu Villages,
  • Day 5-7: Lake Natron Village
  • Day 8: Drive To Karatu Via Mto Wa Mbu Village
  • Day 9: Wildlife Safari In Ngorongoro Crater.
  • Day 10: Visit Hadzabe People, Datoga.
  • Day 11: Photography with Hadzabe – Drive to Mto Wa Mbu Village
  • Day 12: Lake Manyara National Park – Transfer To Airport.

Tour Features:

Game Drives

Safaris include daily game drives in a high quality Land Cruiser, suitable for up to 7 people.

Luxury Safari

Elevate your travel experience with private, tailor-made luxury safari tours to Tanzania created by our experts. Great Image Expedition is proudly based in Tanzania and offers bespoke Tanzania Safari Packages, including accommodation, meals, all-ground transport, and activities.

Meals & Drinks Included

All meals as listed, local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are included.

Recommended dates

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

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Day 1: Your Arrival in Tanzania

You are welcome to the Peace land of Tanzania, upon your arrival at Kilimanjaro, we will pick you and transfer to Moshi town for overnight.

We will recommend short City tours in Moshi town depending on your arrival time. Possible to go one the building roof to capture the view of Kilimanjaro Mountain if not covered with clouds.

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Day 2: Driving To West Kilimanjaro

Our cultural and lifestyle photography tour starts from Kilimanjaro.

After breakfast, taking 3 hours drives to Western Kilimanjaro via Sanya Juu, arriving at the village around noon. Meet Maasai people on the deck of Kilimanjaro.

After lunch, Visit the Village with the local market in there. Having shot of Maasai Family and warriors.

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Day 3: West Kilimanjaro – Moshi

Early morning photography on the base of Kilimanjaro Mountain with Maasai. After breakfast, carry up our accessories and trek up on a small hill with our Maasai Crew.

In the evening, we take a drive to Moshi for rest, dinner and overnight.

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Day 4: Drive To Munduli Juu Villages

Munduli is the district next to Arusha town, it will take us 1hr drive to reach there. We will make stops along the beautifully landscapes on the way, our main stop at interior Maasai village right from their Breakfast time, visiting the family in the village, meet the Maasai Warriors, dancing and their best time on when are slaughtering Goat and making Nyama Choma round the Fire.

It’s completely natural to be with this community. In the Afternoon we will escort Masai Women with Donkeys on fetching water, and capture a lot of nature and landscapes.

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Day 5-7: Lake Natron Village

Day 5: Full Day Lake Natron Village

After possible morning photography in the village, depart for Lake Natron with a stop at Engaruka Maasai Village for more portraits, more photography at Shimo La Mungu (small volcanic crater) then heading to the Lake Natron Village.

Overnight in the Village (FB)

Day 6: Full Day Lake Natron Village

In the morning going to Enkai belief with Elders and Warriors.

Visiting the Maasai weekly market, in the afternoon walking back to camp for lunch, after a few hours of resting drive to the lake shore for evening photography with Maasai Warriors.

Overnight in the Village (FB)

Day 7: Lake Natron Village

Early morning wakes up, before breakfast drive a short distance to the lake for sunrise, Flamingo shots and the mountain of God (Oldonyo Lengai), thereafter drive back to the Camp for breakfast.

We will take a short tour to a sideway along the mountain, capturing the scape of the mountain and the village.

We will be able to take a drive for scenic views.

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Day 8: Drive To Karatu Via Mto Wa Mbu Village

Depart from the village after breakfast for a transfer to Karatu small town, you will arrive in Karatu in the afternoon with a chance to take a walk in town for any possible lifestyle and street photography.

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Day 9: Wildlife Safari In Ngorongoro Crater

Early morning drive to the village, for sunrise shots with Maasai Warriors, set up for a breakfast in the Maasai boma.

Depart for Lake Eyasi in the evening, driving in the village for sunset from Datoga farms.

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Day 10: Visit Hadzabe People, Datoga.

  • Sunrise shoots with Hadza,
  • Shoots in Hadza Village, families and when hunting.
  • Sunset shoots with Hadza

Early morning drives to Hadzabe Village. Hunting with Hadzabe people, visiting Datoga people and learning their lifestyle.

Visiting them is like a movie, Hazabe is hunting and gathering, growing their families to be active in the jangle, Datogas are good farmers, they are growing onions, maize, and other crops.

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Day 11: Photography with Hadzabe – Drive to Mto Wa Mbu Village

In the morning depart from the lodge, pass at Hadza village and leave with 3-4 Hadza warriors to a special location, in the area will leave the vehicle on the road way and take a walk for about 15 minutes in the bush.

In the afternoon, will go for lunch and then depart for Mto wa Mbu Village for an evening walk in the Village, a chance at the local market and street photography.

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Day 12: Lake Manyara National Park – Transfer To Airport

First, take a scenic charter flight from Kogatende to Kilimanjaro Airport. But, flight offers a final aerial view of Tanzania’s stunning landscapes. Also, provides a unique opportunity to capture the region’s vast beauty from above.

Lunch at Arusha Coffee House

Afterwards, enjoy a relaxing lunch at Arusha Coffee House. However, this is where you can unwind and reflect on the incredible experiences of the past days before your departure.

Private Airport Transfers

Finally, after lunch, transferred privately to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your departure flights. Hence, ensuring a smooth and comfortable end to your unforgettable safari adventure.

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The package includes:

  • Accommodation in selected lodges and camps (Full Board)
  • All park & concession fees for Tarangire, Ngorongoro, and Serengeti
  • Private 4×4 Land Cruisers (vehicles with removable windows for optimal photography)
  • Professional safari guides (1 per vehicle) with photography expertise
  • Unlimited game drives with optimal timing for photography
  • Soft drinks & bottled water during game drives
  • Domestic charter flight from Kogatende to Arusha
  • All airport transfers (arrival & departure)

The package excludes:

  • International flights
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)

14 Days Tanzania Photographic Safari

14 Days Tanzania Photographic Safari

This exclusive 14-day private photographic safari is designed for hobbyist nature photographers. Therefore, they are looking to capture the breathtaking wildlife and landscapes of Tanzania. Hence, this is especially during the Great Migration. However, the itinerary offers optimal game viewing. Then,  premium accommodations, and expert-guided experiences in some of the best wildlife regions.

Safari Overview.

  1. Tailored Experience: Hence, a 14-day private photographic safari designed for nature photographers.
  2. Prime Locations: Also, visit key regions during the Great Migration, including the Mara River crossings.
  3. Luxury Lodging: Stay in three luxury lodges and camps located in Tarangire, Ngorongoro, Central Serengeti, and Northern Serengeti.
  4. Photography-Friendly Vehicles: Therefore, travel in private 4×4 Land Cruisers with removable windows, perfect for photography.
  5. Unlimited Game Drives: Hence, enjoy unlimited game drives with experienced, photo-savvy guides to ensure optimal photo opportunities.

Key Highlights

  1. Ngorongoro Crater: A full-day game drive in the Ngorongoro Crater for exceptional Big Five photography.
  2. Central Serengeti: Explore Central Serengeti’s predator-rich landscapes, featuring lions, cheetahs, and leopards in action.
  3. Northern Serengeti: Spend five nights in Northern Serengeti with dedicated time to witness dramatic wildebeest crossings.
  4. Scenic Charter Flight: Enjoy a scenic charter flight from Kogatende to Arusha to maximize your time in the field.
  5. Luxury Accommodations: Stay in luxury full-board accommodations in prime locations with easy access to wildlife.
  6. Relaxing End to the Trip: End your adventure with a relaxing lunch at Arusha Coffee House before your departure.

Unmatched Photographic Opportunities

Therefore, this itinerary guarantees unparalleled photographic opportunities, featuring the best wildlife action and expert-guided game drives. With seamless logistics and premium accommodations, this safari promises an unforgettable experience for nature photographers.

Day by day highlights:

  • Day 1: Arrival in Arusha
  • Day 2-3: Tarangire National Park
  • Day 4-5: Ngorongoro Crater
  • Day 6-8: Central Serengeti (Seronera)
  • Day 9-13: Northern Serengeti (Mara River)
  • Day 14: Departure Day

Tour Features:

Game Drives

Safaris include daily game drives in a high quality Land Cruiser, suitable for up to 7 people.

Luxury Safari

Elevate your travel experience with private, tailor-made luxury safari tours to Tanzania created by our experts. Great Image Expedition is proudly based in Tanzania and offers bespoke Tanzania Safari Packages, including accommodation, meals, all-ground transport, and activities.

Meals & Drinks Included

All meals as listed, local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are included.

Recommended dates

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

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Day 1: Arrival in Arusha

Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), you will be greeted and transferred privately to your accommodation in Arusha.

Check-in & Relax

After your international flight, check-in to your lodge or hotel and take some time to relax and recover from your journey.

Driving Distance

The drive from Kilimanjaro International Airport to Arusha is approximately 50 km and takes about 50 minutes.

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Day 2-3: Tarangire National Park

Day 2: Early Breakfast & Departure for Tarangire National Park

After an early breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park. En route to your camp, enjoy a game drive with opportunities to photograph elephants, iconic baobab trees, and wildlife near the Tarangire River.

Afternoon Game Drive

In the afternoon, embark on a game drive focused on spotting big cats, large herds of elephants, and capturing the stunning landscapes of Tarangire.

Day 3: Full-Day Game Drive with Picnic Lunch

Spend the entire day exploring Tarangire National Park on a full-day game drive. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park while continuing your photography adventure in this wildlife-rich area.

Driving Distance

The driving distance to Tarangire National Park is approximately 121 km, taking around 2 hours.

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Day 4-5: Ngorongoro Crater

Morning and afternoon photo safari game drives.

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Day 6-8: Central Serengeti (Seronera)

Day 6: Transfer to Serengeti National Park via the Scenic Highlands.

However, after breakfast, begin your transfer to Serengeti National Park. Also, traveling through the scenic highlands. Enjoy a game drive along the way. Then, with plenty of opportunities to photograph cheetahs, lions, and the vast, iconic savannas of Tanzania.

Day 7-8: Sunrise & Sunset Game Drives in Central Serengeti

On Days 7 and 8, experience sunrise and sunset game drives in the Central Serengeti. However, the focus will be on capturing thrilling predator action. Hence, particularly big cats like lions, cheetahs, and leopards, as well as scavengers such as hyenas and vultures.

Explore Retima Hippo Pool

Also, explore the Retima Hippo Pool, where you can capture dynamic wildlife photography, including interactions between hippos and other animals.

Driving Distance

The driving distance from your previous lodge to Serengeti National Park is approximately 163.8 km, which takes about 3 hours.

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Day 9-13: Northern Serengeti (Mara River)

Day 9: Scenic Game Drive Transfer to Northern Serengeti

Then, enjoy a scenic game drive as you transfer to the Northern Serengeti. But, this is one of the best locations to witness the Great Migration.

Day 10-13: Focus on Great Migration River Crossings at the Mara River.

Then, from Day 10 to Day 13, the focus will be on capturing the dramatic river crossings. Further more, this happens to serengeti during the Great Migration at the Mara River. But in special morning and afternoon game drives. Also, will offer the best opportunities to photograph the wildebeest as they cross the river. Finally, experience an unforgettable spectacle.

Additional Wildlife.

In addition, to the wildebeest crossings, you’ll have the chance to photograph other incredible wildlife. However, this including crocodiles, big cats, elephants, as well as the expansive open savanna landscapes. Therefore all these happen to the Northern Serengeti.

Driving Distance

Finally, the driving distance to Northern Serengeti is approximately 148 km, taking around 3 hours.

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Day 14: Departure Day

First, take a scenic charter flight from Kogatende to Kilimanjaro Airport. But, flight offers a final aerial view of Tanzania’s stunning landscapes. Also, provides a unique opportunity to capture the region’s vast beauty from above.

Lunch at Arusha Coffee House

Afterwards, enjoy a relaxing lunch at Arusha Coffee House. However, this is where you can unwind and reflect on the incredible experiences of the past days before your departure.

Private Airport Transfers

Finally, after lunch, transferred privately to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) for your departure flights. Hence, ensuring a smooth and comfortable end to your unforgettable safari adventure.

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The package includes:

  • Accommodation in selected lodges and camps (Full Board)
  • All park & concession fees for Tarangire, Ngorongoro, and Serengeti
  • Private 4×4 Land Cruisers (vehicles with removable windows for optimal photography)
  • Professional safari guides (1 per vehicle) with photography expertise
  • Unlimited game drives with optimal timing for photography
  • Soft drinks & bottled water during game drives
  • Domestic charter flight from Kogatende to Arusha
  • All airport transfers (arrival & departure)

The package excludes:

  • International flights
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)

14 Days African Big Cats Photographic Safari

14 Days African Big Cats Photographic Safari

Please note that the MAIN focus of this trip will be on photographing and spending as much time with the Big Cats as possible (Lion, Cheetah & Leopard) There will also be opportunities to photograph other animals, but the MAIN focus will be on Big Cat photography.

After your arrival at Kilimanjaro Airport, then Transfer to Arusha, meet a leader at the hotel for a photo safari brief after check in a hotel. From there will have a final preparation on going to the main wildlife farms “parks”. Next morning transfer to small Airport in Arusha for a scheduled flight to Serengeti National Park.

We begin our search for the Big Cats discovering central part of the eminent Serengeti National Park. At nearly 15 000 sq km or 6 000 sq miles, the Serengeti is one of Africa’ most gorgeous and unique home to Wildlife. Its exceptional landscapes are made up of open grasslands, woodlands and spectacular rocky ridges known as “Kopjes”, this is a photographers paradise. We will have total of 7 nights exploring this huge reserve, split between the central and southern areas of the park. One of the main motives for being in the Serengeti is to get photographs of the big cats up on the rocky outcrops, this iconic image is just one of the many on our list.

We will then move location and head towards a unique area known as Ndutu, here we spend 6 nights. This area is probably the best place in Africa to photograph wild Cheetah who like to roam out on the short grass plains. Ndutu and has a number of occupant lion prides and Leopards prowl in the woodland areas contiguous to the marshland. The stunning Lake Ndutu and Lake Masek portray a false idea that there is an plenty of freshwater, but these are soda lakes, making this area an really harsh place for the resident wildlife. On top of this, we will be visiting Ndutu in the dry season. Very few tourists undertaking to this area at this time of year and it is one of the only places left in Africa where you can be alone with a Cheetah, Lion or Leopard, and where you can drive off-road.

The main focus of this big cats photographic safari is to go out in search of the three BIG CATS. We will sit patiently with them as they rest and move with them when they move. Filmmakers spend countless hours waiting for predators to do something, and are often rewarded for their patience. Moving to 3 different locations will not only enable us to see different habitats but also view different Lion prides, Cheetahs and elusive Leopards. With patience and focus, we will be rewarded with some fantastic photographs.

At this time of the year, the mega migration herds are to the North in Kenya’s Maasai Mara, but there is still plenty of resident wildlife around. The cats also tend to be a bit more active at this time of year as they have to put in more effort to catch their food.

** Please note that there is also the option to extend your stay with a visit to the Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire National Park – please ask us for more details of this optional trip extension…

This is an private small-group photo safari with a maximum of only 4 photographers in 2 private vehicles (2 participants per vehicle). You will have plenty of space for equipment and guaranteed access to both sides of the safari vehicle.

On this photo safari, it is not unusual to stay out all day waiting for the cats to move. We take packed Lunch and Coffee in the vehicles to enable us to remain in the field for as long as it takes.

You will have a good chance to see and photograph the following animals:

Lion, Leopard, Cheetah, Elephant, Cape Buffalo, Hippo, Spotted Hyena, Jackal, Giraffe, Zebra, Wildebeest, Thompson’s Gazelle, Grant’s Gazelle, Olive Baboon, Vervet Monkey, Coke’s Hartebeest, and an excellent variety of birdlife.

Day by day highlights:

  • Day 1: Arrival Days
  • Day 2: Flying to Serengeti National Park
  • Day 3 – 5: Central Serengeti
  • Day 6 – 7: Southern Serengeti
  • Day 8 – 12: Ndutu Plain of Ngorongoro Conservation.
  • Day 13: Drive to Arusha
  • Day 14: Transfer to Airport

Tour Features:

Game Drives

Safaris include daily game drives in a high quality Land Cruiser, suitable for up to 7 people.

Luxury Safari

Elevate your travel experience with private, tailor-made luxury safari tours to Tanzania created by our experts. Great Image Expedition is proudly based in Tanzania and offers bespoke Tanzania Safari Packages, including accommodation, meals, all-ground transport, and activities.

Meals & Drinks Included

All meals as listed, local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are included.

Recommended dates

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

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Day 1: Arrival Days

Meet a drive guide at the Airport and transfer.

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Day 2: Flying to Serengeti National Park

Flight time; 10am O’clock from Arusha Region Airport. Arrive at the Seronera Airstrip at 1045 am. Afternoon game drive and evening.

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Day 3 - 5: Central Serengeti

Morning and afternoon photo safari game drives.

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Day 6 - 7: Southern Serengeti

After breakfast in the Camp at Centra Serengeti with packed lunch depart for Southern part of Serengeti national Park. Morning and afternoon photo safari game drives.

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Day 8 - 12: Ndutu Plain of Ngorongoro Conservation

After breakfast in the Camp at Kusini Camp with packed lunch depart for Ndutu Plain in northern Ngorongoro. The plain bordering Serengeti and Ngorongoro Conservation. Morning and afternoon photo safari game drives.

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Day 13: Drive to Arusha

After morning photographic game drive, drive to Arusha town for dinner and one night before a departure.

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Day 14: Transfer to Airport

END OF TOUR

The package includes:

  • 24/7 Service
  • All Activities
  • Internet Access
  • 4×4 Safari Jeep
  • Domestic Flight
  • Park Fee and Taxes
  • Hand-Selected Luxury Accommodations
  • Complete Breakfast Daily; Select Lunches and Dinners
  • English-Speaking Resident Local Guides
  • Airport Meet and Greet with Private Transfers
  • Guaranteed Departures with Just Two Guests
  • 5 Days Serengeti Migration Safari

The package excludes:

  • International flights
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)

12 Days Tanzania Photographic Safari

12 Days Tanzania Photographic Safari

Tanzania photo tour from the homeland of Kilimanjaro, traveling to Arusha as getting closer to Hadza, Maasai, and Mbulu Communities in Karatu, Safari to Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara. This cultural photography tour will focus on live living photography in some ethnic tribes like Maasai Tribes, Hadzabe tribe, Datoga, Local Swahili people in the streets, Mbulu tribes and more.

Day by day highlights:

  • Day 1-2: Arrival Kilimanjaro – Arusha
  • Day 3-4: Arusha – Tarangire, Wildlife Photography in Tarangire
  • Day 5: Tarangire – Manyara, Wildlife Photography in Lake Manyara
  • Day 6: Karatu – Ngorongoro Crater
  • Day 7: Wildlife Photography in Ngorongoro Crater
  • Day 8: Ngorongoro – Serengeti
  • Day 9-11: Wildlife Photography in the Serengeti
  • Day 12: Fly from Serengeti – Arusha

Tour Features:

Game Drives

Safaris include daily game drives in a high quality Land Cruiser, suitable for up to 7 people.

Luxury Safari

Elevate your travel experience with private, tailor-made luxury safari tours to Tanzania created by our experts. Great Image Expedition is proudly based in Tanzania and offers bespoke Tanzania Safari Packages, including accommodation, meals, all-ground transport, and activities.

Meals & Drinks Included

All meals as listed, local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are included.

Recommended dates

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

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Day 1-2: Arrival Kilimanjaro – Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will warmly be met by our representative and transfer you to your place of stay in Arusha for dinner and an overnight.

Day 2: Wildlife Photography in Arusha National Park

In the morning after breakfast, with picnic lunch, you will pay a visit to Arusha National Park for game viewing and your first experience on African Wildlife Photography. Arusha National Park is one of the best parks in Tanzania with extremely unbeatable scenic beauties from each angle and a lot of opportunities for game viewing and hiking across the African Wilderness! Here you have a great chance to see both Mt. Kilimanjaro and Meru at the same time, in addition to the breathtaking Momela Lakes and the Ngurdoto Crater. The aerial acrobatics of the rare Black and White Colobus Monkeys will surely leave you agape!Dinner and an overnight stay in Arusha.

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Day 3-4: Arusha – Tarangire, Wildlife Photography in Tarangire

Drive to Tarangire National Park for lunch, in the afternoon game viewing in the Park. Tarangire is the third largest national park in Tanzania and best known for its largest herds of elephants in Africa and one of the most remaining ancient trees in the world with full of amazing stories, the gigantic Baobab Trees! Here you will be able to observe a diversity of wildlife magnetized by the Tarangire River that allows animals to play and lounge around.Dinner and overnight stay in Tarangire.

Day 4: Wildlife Photography in Tarangire National Park

Embark on a full day game drive in Tarangire National Park. The Park is the wilderness experience in its own right! Tarangire is much more wooded than Serengeti with Acacia Trees and mixed woodland dotting the African Savannah of the Park. Herds of up to 300 elephants scratch the dry river bed for underground streams, while the migratory Wildebeests, Zebras, Buffalos, Impalas, Gazelles, Hartebeests and Elands crowds the shrinking lagoons. It is also the one place in Tanzania where dry – country antelopes such as the stately Fringe – eared Oryx and peculiar spiral – horned Lesser Kudus can readily be observed. Dinner and an overnight stay in Tarangire.

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Day 5: Tarangire – Manyara, Wildlife Photography in Lake Manyara

After breakfast, drive to the foothills of the Ngorongoro Crater Highlands, en route visit Lake Manyara National Park. Lake Manyara NP is a lovely scenic park that offers another unique experience of a Tanzania Safari! The park is also famous for its elephants; a huge number of baboons and due to its varied landscape, the park has an impressive range of other game animals including wildebeest, buffalo, hippo, flamingo, zebra, warthog, waterbuck, dik-dik and impala. Bird – Watching here is very good, especially raptors. Along the way, you will stop and discover the local village of Mto wa Mbu to experience the real African life, the local market and enjoy the exceptional hospitality of the local people. After a home-hosted local lunch, you will drive up across the Great East African Rift Valley to your other beautiful place of stay on the foothills of Ngorongoro at Karatu.

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Day 6: Karatu – Ngorongoro Crater

After a leisurely breakfast, you will have a chance to visit Iraqwi People in the area. These are ancient Cushitic people who moved here from the “Horn of Africa” nearly 1’000 years ago and they practice farming in the area. Later during the day, drive up to Ngorongoro Conservation Area for lunch, followed by an afternoon game viewing in the famous Ngorongoro Crater. Afterward, you ascend on the most breathtaking walls of the caldera to your place of stay on the rim of the Crater.

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Day 7: Wildlife Photography in Ngorongoro Crater

Rise up early with the sun and descend down into the famous Ngorongoro Crater for game viewing. Ngorongoro Crater is such a unique safari destination, a veritable “Garden of Eden”. With a large concentration of animals and short grasslands, game viewing in the crater, or more appropriately a caldera is excellent as animals are everywhere! The caldera is reputed to contain the highest density of carnivores in the world and the only place in East Africa where one can easily observe the last remaining populations of Black Rhinos in the real natural world. Dinner and overnight stay in Ngorongoro.

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Day 8: Ngorongoro – Serengeti

Today you drive to Serengeti National Park for lunch and an afternoon game drive. Serengeti is Tanzania’s most renowned national park and home to the greatest concentrations of large mammals on the planet. The name Serengeti is derived from a Maasai word ‘Siringet’ to mean ‘endless plains’, and these rolling distances of short grass plains provide an exceptional landscape for African Wildlife Photography; your ultimate safari country– this is the highlight of your safari, you are in the total wilderness of Africa with game viewing around you to give you, your very own ‘Out of Africa’ experience! Dinner and overnight stay in Serengeti.

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Day 9-11: Wildlife Photography in the Serengeti

The following day you will have game drives at your leisure and track wildlife in the Mighty Serengeti. Serengeti National Park never disappoints! The location of your accommodation is chosen to ensure you get the best for your African Wildlife Photography. Dinner and overnight stay in the Serengeti.

Day 10: Wildlife Photography in Serengeti National Park

With picnic lunch, game drives in the Serengeti to view and photograph the great migration of animals. In this Park, you will be so amazed by the endless plains of the Serengeti dotted with thousands and thousands of game animals decorating the plains and the woodland pockets in the area! In the wake of all these, follow the predators- Lions, Leopards, Cheetahs, Hyenas, and Jackals, while vultures circle overhead to clean up. It is this migration that many people envisage when they think of the “Wild Africa”. The timing is so perfect to enable you to enjoy the magic of real African wilderness and the beautiful African Sunset at the horizon! Dinner and an overnight stay in the Serengeti.

Day 11: Wildlife Photography in Serengeti National Park

Morning and Afternoon game drive in the Serengeti, exploring more on the last great migration of mammals on the planet. The area is also so rich in terms of the large Carnivore populations this time as these predators celebrate the coming through of the migratory prey animals in their areas! Part of the day, you will be looking for the Big Cats. Incidences of a Cheetah chasing a Gazelle or Lions making a kill and the Great Migration of animals that involves thousands and thousands of Wildebeests and Zebras are just some of the unique sightings you may encounter on safari in Africa. Serengeti National Park has all these for you on your African Photo Safari during your visit! Dinner and an overnight stay in the Serengeti.

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Day 12: Fly from Serengeti – Arusha

Today is another wonderful experience, boarding your plane and fly low over the remote wilderness and the scenic volcanic mountains back to Arusha for lunch and a day room. Late afternoon, you will be transferred to Kilimanjaro Airport for your International Flight connections.

The package includes:

  • An English-Speaking Professional Safari Guide,
  • All Transport on Safari in 4 x 4 open-roof Land Cruisers,
  • All Airport Transfers in Tanzania,
  • All Meals in Tanzania,
  • All Park Entry Fees and Crater Service Fees,
  • All Accommodation in Tanzania,
  • Temporary Medical Evacuation Membership Service for Emergency on safari,
  • Soft Drinks during game drives-Water/Sodas,
  • A Visit to Iraqwi Cultural Village.

The package excludes:

  • International flights
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)