Helicopter, night, low angle, hide photography, and black leopard
ONE LAST TIME
Embark on the most thrilling photographic experience of a lifetime. This African wildlife photo safari promises to deliver on all fronts! Over-the-top unique wildlife photography experiences include night hide photography, helicopter photography, night photography, low-angle photography, and searching for Giza, the black leopard. You will return home not just having furthered your personal photographic skills but with an extreme variety of images and experiences not offered in ANY other safari.
Hide photography – day and night
Gazing into the darkness, filled with anticipation for the wildlife that will grace our presence, is nothing short of exhilarating. Our exclusive camp features two stunning ground-level hides, offering a unique and intimate view of the animals, perfectly illuminated at night for dramatic shots. One hide is set in the bush, while the other overlooks the vast savanna, each providing its own distinctive experience and photographic potential. With exclusive access to these hides and the entire lodge, you’ll have an unforgettable, private safari adventure.
Helicopter Photography
Deep in the heart of the Great Southern Rift Valley, surrounded by the staggering beauty of the Olkeramatian conservancy, beyond the volcanic lunar landscape is the soda lakes of Madadi and Lake Natron, full of flamingos. The perfect setting for aerial photography! You will fly over the wildlife conservancy on the way to the lakes. You will have two separate 1-hour helicopter flights.
Night wildlife photography
Night photography is becoming very popular! Predators begin to become active in the late afternoon/evening. We try our best to locate the big cats before sunset to follow them into the evening when they become most active. We then try to set up for side/back light for the opportunity of unique and dramatic images.
Searching for the black leopard
We will be taking a private charter to a special reserve that is host to Giza the most famous cat and black leopard. We continue to hope she will flourish, but this is nature, and anything can happen to her between now and then. However, the regular spotty leopard sightings are excellent and there are new cubs one month old at the time of writing this. This conservancy is also ultra-exclusive with only one small main camp and even smaller sister camp. It is also located in the North, so it has all the exotic species of the north such as the grevy zebra, reticulated giraffe, oryx, gerenuk, vulturine guine fowl, and wild dogs.
Low angle photography
We fly by private charter to our last location which puts us perfectly positioned in one of the best Mara conservancies with a high density of lions. In this location we will have custom photographic vehicles with special low-level doors to be eye to eye with the predators. We will have off-road access for the best position and the vehicle density is low in this private conservancy so you can use a wide angle and not have any other vehicles in the background of your images.
Luxury camps and Exclusive
Most of our accommodations are reserved exclusively for our group. Our luxury tent camps have a traditional African style reminiscent of the days of Ernest Hemingway and incorporate a high eco-standard.
Itinerary
ITINERARY
We will be in 4+ star locations throughout our safari. The names of the camps have been deliberately withheld, as we would like to keep them exclusive for our photo safaris.
Day 1: January 17, 2027
Upon your arrival at the international airport in Nairobi, Kenya, you are met by a Mackay Africa safari guide and transferred by private vehicle to Karen’s historical and tranquil area. Built in the architecture of the “Out of Africa” era, your accommodations will make you feel like more than just a guest, but at home in Africa. It is the perfect place to unwind after your long journey. As this is a travel day and most flights arrive in the evening, we have not included any meals, but meals are available and payable directly.
Official check-in time is 1400hrs
****If you arrive early, please do not hesitate to contact us about pre-tour arrangements.
Day 2: January 18, 2027
Today, you will awake in a magical new world with the aroma of Kenyan coffee brewing. We will meet at breakfast for a safari briefing before hopping into our Land Cruisers and heading to the Great Southern Rift Valley (3-hour drive), arriving in time to settle in before lunch. Afternoon game drive and/or hide session.
This exclusive, luxury tented camp, family-owned and managed, is situated on the banks of the Ewaso Ngiro River and seamlessly blends into its natural surroundings.
B, L & D (includes all beverages except champagne)
Day 3,4,5: January 19,20,21 2027
Hide and helicopter photography, and optional game drives.
B, L & D (includes all beverages except champagne)
Day 6: January 22, 2027
Rise slowly for a delicious breakfast before we charter to the unique conservancy in the north, home to the famous black leopard. Afternoon and night game drive searching for the black leopard
Our authentic African-tented camp will remind you of the days of Ernest Hemingway.
B, L & D (includes local drinks and laundry)
Day 7 & 8 : January 23 & 24, 2027
The morning game drive begins before sunrise, accompanied by a packed breakfast. Return to camp for lunch, rest, and then go out on our afternoon/night game drive.
B, L & D (includes local drinks and laundry)
Day 9 : January 25, 2027
We will rise early for one last fantastic game drive, return to camp for a tasty breakfast, and then fly by private charter to one of the best Mara conservancies. Afternoon and evening game drive using the low-angle door.
B, L & D (includes house drinks and laundry)
Day 10: January 26, 2027
Morning and afternoon game drives using the low-angle door.
B, L & D (includes house drinks and laundry)
Day 11 : January 27, 2027
Morning game drive. Return to camp for breakfast and check out. Scheduled flight back to Nairobi. You will be transported to the Four Points hotel at the airport, where you will have dayrooms. You can enjoy a leisurely afternoon reflecting on the amazing experience you had on the expedition, take a nap, enjoy a delicious meal, relax at the rooftop pool and bar, and have time to clean up before your flight back home later in the evening. In the evening, you will be transported to the international airport to catch your flight home.
***International flights can be booked after 6:00 PM
****If you depart after January 27, 2027, please do not hesitate to contact us about pre-tour arrangements.
Accommodations: Dayrooms at Four Points. B
Important Details
The Price
The price of this African wildlife extreme safari based on double occupancy (two people sharing a room) is $16,895.00
We would be happy to arrange a private room for you if available. The supplement for a private room is $ 2,795.00
If a solo guest wishes to share a room, we will do our best to match them with another guest of the same gender. If we cannot match a solo guest with another guest of the same gender, then a single supplement of USD $ 2,795.00 will be charged.
***The cost of this safari is based on a minimum of 8 participants. Due to the charter flights, helicopter, and exclusive use of the hides, a small supplemental fee of $ 1,295.00 will apply if there are fewer than 8 participants.
***Minimum of 6 guests required.
A USD 5,000 non-refundable deposit is due at the time of registration to secure your spot. We understand that life is unpredictable, and one never knows what surprises life may have that might alter your plans. As unplanned conflicts can arise, we highly recommend protecting your investment with proper travel insurance that covers and refunds your non-refundable deposit and payments.
Payment Terms
- USD $5,000.00 non-refundable deposit to confirm your place on this safari
- 2nd payment of USD $8,000.00 (single supplement) is due February 15, 2026
- Final payment/balance is due September 15, 2026
- We highly recommend trip and cancellation insurance.
Price Includes:
- VIP ARRIVAL – we will meet you when you exit the aircraft
- 3 Charter flights with an extra weight allowance of 30Kg/66Lbs in total
- 4 afternoon, night, and morning hide sessions
- 2 1-hour helicopter flights
- Special VIP Black Leopard vehicles
- Beverages at all camps – nonalcoholic, beer, wine, and select cocktails with meals
- Laundry in all camps
- Airport transfers on the date of arrival and departure
- Guaranteed row and window seat in private extended 4×4 Land Cruisers
- Unlimited game drives
- All National Parks fees, Game Reserve entrance fees, and taxes
- All meals, starting with breakfast on Jan 18, 2027 through breakfast on Jan 27, 2027
- All accommodation starting on January 17, 2027 – dayrooms on Jan 27, 2027
- Evacuation insurance to a Nairobi hospital (transport only – Cost of hospitalization NOT included)
- Complimentary drinking water on game drives
- Experienced safari agent to help you with pre- or post-safari extended travel in Kenya, Tanzania, or Rwanda
What’s Not Included:
- Visas
- Travel Insurance
- Personal purchases (such as curios, spirit liquors, telephone calls, internet, laundry…)
- Gratuities for the guides, staff at accommodations, and airport transfers ($40 -$55 per day)
- Optional extra activities (balloon rides, walking safaris, etc.)
- Pre- and post-safari tours
- Meals and accommodations before or after the safari
- International flights to and from the African continent
REGISTRATION AND DEPOSIT
If you are excited to join this off-the-charts exciting wildlife safari, now is the time to secure your spot. Use the buttons below to fill out your online e-registration form and to make your deposit. We must receive your completed registration form and deposit/s to confirm your spot.
Registration form –
Please complete all the required fields. At the end of the form, you will be asked to confirm your email address, which will complete the registration. A copy of your registration will be emailed to you and Piper Mackay Photo Safaris.
Deposit–
Click the deposit button under the registration button to make your deposit. You do not need a PayPal account to use this payment service. You may make more than one deposit at a time by changing the quantity on the purchase details that will come up once you click the deposit button
