Photographic Safari Tour

12 days—Capture Tanzania’s top wildlife moments with expert guides and prime photo locations.

$10200-15300 USD

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Safari summary

This 12-day photographic safari is designed for travelers passionate about capturing wildlife and landscapes through the lens. You'll explore Tanzania’s premier national parks — Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro — all while focusing on the best times and angles for photography. With early game drives, professional guiding, and strategically chosen lodges near wildlife hotspots, this tour offers extraordinary photo opportunities, including golden light shots, dramatic predator action, and close-ups of the Big Five. Whether you're a hobbyist or seasoned photographer, Africa Comfortable Tours ensures a smooth, scenic, and story-filled safari experience.


About this tour

Tour type Custom, tailor-made, private
Main focus Game drives
Activity level Moderate activity
Best months All months
Countries
Parks
Accesibility
This tour is modifiable for those with limited mobility.

Fine details

Safari highlights
  • Walking safari—with armed guard
  • Photography safari—with professional guide
  • Wildlife sanctuaries
What’s included?
  • Accommodation
  • Airport transfers
  • All drinks
  • Internal flights
  • Laundry
  • Meals
  • Park fees
  • Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
  • Hot air balloons
  • Internal flights
  • Meals
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Visas

Itinerary

Arrival in Arusha or Moshi

Upon arrival, meet your driver-guide and transfer to your hotel. Rest, check camera gear, and enjoy a pre-safari briefing focused on photography tips.

Planet Lodge Arusha / Chanya Lodge Moshi

Tarangire National Park

Drive to Tarangire, famous for elephants, baobab trees, and dramatic dry-season riverbeds. Early morning and late afternoon light make for perfect shots.

Tarangire Safari Lodge

Full Day in Tarangire

Enjoy a full day capturing wildlife and birds in varied habitats. Opportunities include close-up elephant portraits and panoramic landscapes.

Tarangire Safari Lodge

Lake Manyara – Game Drive &Village

Morning game drive at Lake Manyara for flamingos, hippos, and forest elephants. Later, visit Mto wa Mbu village for vibrant cultural photography.

Manyara Wildlife Safari Camp

Drive to Central Serengeti

Travel to Serengeti, stopping for photography along the way. Afternoon golden light game drive on the endless plains.

Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge

Day 6–8: Full Days in Serengeti

Spend first full days in Serengeti tracking big cats, wildebeest herds, and dramatic predator-prey action. Multiple drives for diverse lighting conditions.

Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge

Full Days in Serengeti

Spend second full days in Serengeti tracking big cats, wildebeest herds, and dramatic predator-prey action. Multiple drives for diverse lighting conditions.

Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge

Full Days in Serengeti

Spend 3 full days in Serengeti tracking big cats, wildebeest herds, and dramatic predator-prey action. Multiple drives for diverse lighting conditions.

Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge

Serengeti to Ngorongoro

Photograph your way out of the Serengeti as you drive to the Ngorongoro highlands. Overnight at the crater rim with a stunning view.

Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge

Full Day Ngorongoro Crater

Descend into the crater for a full-day shoot. Great for portraits of lions, rhinos, and diverse scenes in a concentrated area.

Ngorongoro Rhino Lodge

Return to Arusha – Image Review

Drive back to Arusha. Spend the evening reviewing and backing up images or enjoy an optional Lightroom workshop at the lodge.

Gran Meliá Arusha

Departure Day

Transfer to the airport for your flight home, with memory cards full of unforgettable safari images.

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