This 5-day express photo safari is crafted for photographers who want to maximize their time in Tanzania’s most photogenic parks. With a private vehicle, expert photographic guide, and flexible schedule, you’ll chase the best light and wildlife moments from dawn to dusk. Capture elephants among Tarangire’s baobabs, flamingos and tree-climbing lions in Lake Manyara, and the dramatic landscapes and wildlife of the Ngorongoro Crater. Each day is designed for golden hour shooting, image review, and hands-on guidance, ensuring you return home with a portfolio of stunning images and new skills.
From $3,200 per person (based on 2 people, low season).
Contact us for a personalized quote depending on group size, season, and special requests.
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to your comfortable lodge in Arusha. Meet your photographic guide for a welcome briefing and equipment check. Enjoy a relaxing evening, review your gear, and discuss your photographic goals for the safari. The lodge’s tranquil gardens and mountain views offer a peaceful start to your adventure.
Accommodation: Arusha Serena Hotel
Meals: Dinner
Drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its ancient baobabs and large elephant herds. Spend the day on game drives, focusing on golden hour light and wildlife action. Your guide will help you find the best angles and settings for dramatic shots. In the evening, enjoy a sunset shoot overlooking the Tarangire River.
Accommodation: Tarangire Safari Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Head to Lake Manyara, a paradise for bird photographers and home to tree-climbing lions. Capture flamingos, hippos, and dramatic landscapes. Take a forest walk for macro and bird photography. Return to your lodge for an image review session and tips from your guide.
Accommodation: Manyara Wildlife Safari Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a day of wildlife photography in a unique ecosystem. Capture rhinos, lions, and dramatic crater landscapes. Enjoy a picnic lunch on the crater floor before heading to your lodge on the rim. Evening image review and editing session with your guide.
Accommodation: Rhino Lodge Ngorongoro
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Return to Arusha for a farewell lunch and image review. Your guide will help you select your best shots and offer post-processing tips. Transfer to the airport for your onward journey, with a portfolio full of unforgettable images.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
