The Green Season in the Masai Mara also known as the Predator season is so different to the migration and river crossings that the Masai Mara is known for. On our safari dates you will see the most beautiful green landscapes with short grass that sometimes looks like a lawn, sunset and sunrises that burst with orange and the most fantastic cloud formations.
With the biggest concentration of cats, especially lions and cheetah, per square kilometers anywhere in the world this is a must do safari for the serious wildlife photographer. Not only for cats but the Masai Mara is known for the biggest number of wildlife anywhere in Africa. Then let us not forget about the leopards, serval cats, hyena and other smaller predators.
This is also prime time for several plains game births like the zebra, topi, wildebeest, hartebeest and gazelle and an obvious choice for the cats that have to feed their cubs and pubs. The elephants and giraffe on the plains of the Masai Mara will give you some of the best photographic opportunities for landscapes, close-ups and silhouette shots. Also not to be forgotten is the hippos and the gigantic crocodiles in the rivers. For the bird photographer expect to see crown cranes, ground hornbill, rollers, bee eaters, Kori bustard and a host of smaller birds like the Jacksons widow bird etc.
Our safari vehicles are exclusively rigged to give our photographers the best possible opportunity to photograph this magic. Every vehicle have an open door that allows for eye level photography, open windows and lifted roof.
We only have 4 people per vehicle, a Masai Warrior as our driver and a qualified expert photography guide.
Highlights of the Masai Mara Predator Photographic Safari
- Photographic guidance and training sessions with a professional photographer.
- 5 Star Luxury tented camp accommodation.
- Experience of a lifetime to photograph the biggest concentration of cats in the world.
- Maximum of 4 photographers per safari vehicle
DAY 1 : JOHANNESBURG TO NAIROBI
| 00:55 | Departure flight from O.R. Tambo international Airport. |
| 06:00 | Arriving at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Road transfer to Wilson Airport. |
| 10:30 | Charter flight to Mara Airstrip. |
| 11:00 | Arriving at Mara Airstrip. |
| 11:30 |
Arriving at 5 star Luxury Tented Camp. A warm arrival awaits you in this bush hideaway in the heart of the African wilderness.
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| 13:00 |
Lunch at the Restaurant. After lunch you will have free time to settle in your room and to prepare your photographic equipment for the afternoon game drive in the Park. |
| 15:00 | Game Drive. |
| 18:00 | Back to the Lodge. |
| 19:00 |
Dinner will be served at the Restaurant. After dinner we will have a feedback and photographic information session.
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DAY 2, 3, 4 & 5 : MASAI MARA
We aim to make the most of our safari and photo opportunities.
Our days will start early in the morning and sometimes end late in the afternoons.
There is no set time frame for our drives in the park.
Opportunities are natural, and all will depend on sightings we will encounter.
| 06:00 |
Early morning game drive. Guided by your professional photography guide, you will explore the Masai Mara’s vast open plains and river banks. During the daily game drives you will receive photographic tips, guidance and assistance from your photographic guide.
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| 12:00 | Lunch will be served on arrival at the Lodge. Afterwards, you will download your images and take part in a photographic information and training session. |
| 15:00 | Afternoon Game Drive. |
| 18:00 | Back to the Lodge. |
| 19:00 | Dinner will be served at the Restaurant. |
DAY 6 : YOUR LAST MORNING IN THE MARA TRIANGLE
| 06:00 | Early morning Breakfast before heading into the Mara Triangle for your last game drive. |
| 10:00 |
Back to the Lodge. Gather all your luggage and camera equipment for your journey back home.
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| 14:45 | Transfer to Mara Airstrip. |
| 16:15 |
Arriving at Wilson Airport. Road transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
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| 20:50 | Return Flight to O.R.Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg). |
| 00:05 | Arriving at O.R.Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg). |
Thank you for choosing Wildpix Africa. We hope to see you soon.
