Small Group Photography Safaris
2022 - 2024
creating images, memories & friendships to last a lifetime
Artists, Wildlife Watchers & Interested Partners Welcome!
My safaris provide the ultimate wildlife watching experience even if you're not photographing…
Photographers - if your partner is a dedicated and patient wildlife enthusiast they are welcome to join my safaris
I also welcome artists on my photography safaris - it's wonderful to inspire each other!
A Note On Availability
RED means the trip has either sold out or has only 1 or 2 places left
GREEN means the safari has more than 2 places still available
WHITE means the next dates for this trip will be released soon and
you can email to put your name on the wait list for first option of a place
2022
August 2022
Alaska: Epic Bears Photography Safari
AVAILABILITY - SOLD OUT
On land, in water and in the air, Alaska's wildlife is awesome...in the truest sense of the word!
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three centre safari gets you to the heart of all the action
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authentic wilderness lodge and expert guiding team
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opportunities for encounters on foot, by boat and in vehicle
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time to observe animal behaviour and create your shots
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experienced tutor and beginner-friendly atmosphere to learn
new photographic skills and techniques
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creative challenges for for more experienced photographers
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macro and astro photography sessions, weather permitting
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option to try DSLR videography with a BBC trained wildlife film maker
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small group - max 6
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interested partners / travel companions welcome
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our safaris support conservation and communities
2023
March-April 2023
Iceland: Winter Landscapes & Wildlife Highlights
AVAILABILITY - SOLD OUT
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Arctic fox, reindeer, overwintering birds
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Glacier and ice lagoon
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Iceberg 'diamond' beach
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Geothermal features including Geysir
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Ice cave
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Frozen winter waterfalls
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Black beaches and sea stacks
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Icelandic horses
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Reykjavik city
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Northern lights - if they're visible we'll find them!
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Cultural experience of Icelandic rural life and crafts
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Excellent full board accomodation including authentic Icelandic guesthouse, all in optimum locations for photography
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Rich diversity of British wildlife in natural settings
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Larger mammals including Otter, Scottish Wildcat, Badger, Fox, Beaver, Wild Boar, Sika Deer
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Smaller mammals including Water Vole, Pine Marten, Stoat, Polecat, Hedgehog, Water Shrew
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Beginner friendly plus great for intermediate/experienced photographers seeking closer access and new species
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1-2-1 technical tuition and creative inspiration with your tutor Trai Anfield
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Close to home for UK & European clients: support local economy, conservation and climate
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Covid19 social distancing and financial protection measures in place
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Small group size - max 6 guests
July 2023
BOTSWANA: CHOBE, OKAVANGO, KALAHARI
Premium 3 Centre Botswana Photography & Film Making Safari
SORRY - YOU MISSED IT
Botswana 2023 Highlights
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Three of the country's premier wildlife destinations:
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Chobe River - specialist photography boat, lodge & photo hide
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Okavango Delta - mokoro, motor boat, walking and game drives
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Central Kalahari - rarer species, hides, walks, drives, night time photography
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Abundant and diverse range of wildlife throughout Botswana
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Variety of habitats and landscapes
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Great mix of photography boat, mokoro, vehicle & walking safaris
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Exclusive use of specialist photography boat
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Each photographer has a full row of seats in game vehicles
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Optional astrophotography sessions
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1-2-1 photography tuition, reviews and post production session
July 2023 & August 2024
ZIMANGA, SOUTH AFRICA
Zimanga Ultimate South African Photography & Film Making Safari
2023 AVAILABILITY - 1 place
2024 just released - now booking
Unique Zimanga
Ultimate South African Photography & Film Making Safari in
this unique and inspiring location designed for photographers
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Our most-requested destination
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Unrivalled quality of wildlife encounters and photographic opportunities
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Superb hide network as well as game drives
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Night and day photography
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Well-suited to videography as well as photography
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Exceptional lodge accommodation
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Beginner friendly with new challenges for experienced safari-goers
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Connoisseur choice for African wildlife photography & film making
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No yellow fever or malaria medication required
October 2023 SOLD OUT
November 2023 SOLD OUT
BRAZIL - JAGUARS OF THE PANTANAL
" Brazil. The Pantanal. Words to get any photographer's heart racing! Especially big cat lovers, for this is the kingdom of the jaguar. "
Trai Anfield, Tour Leader
Your Brazil Highlights
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Jaguar and Giant River Otter by private boat in the northern Pantanal
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Additional estancia specialising in Giant Anteater and Taipir
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Other species include Ocelot, Capuchin Monkey, Howler Monkey, Iguana, Caiman, Crab eating Racoon and Fox, Capybara, birds of prey, toucan, hyacinth macaw, and many beautiful smaller birds
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Small group size - min 4 /max 6 guests
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Boat safaris in a boat designed for 12 - plenty of room for photographers!
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Safari scheduled to ensure best photographic conditions for wildlife & landscapes
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Beginner friendly plus great for intermediate/experienced photographers looking for new species
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1-2-1 technical tuition and creative inspiration with your tutor Trai Anfield
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Expert local wildlife guides throughout
2024
March - April 2024
ICONS OF INDIA - WILDLIFE & CULTURE
JUST RELEASED - NOW BOOKING
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Bandhavgarh tiger reserve
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Kaziranga rhino reserve
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Holi - India's most colourful festival in authentic Mathura
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Other wildlife highlights: leopard, sloth bear, slow loris
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Enchanting Agra: Taj Mahal, city highlights tour, Yamuna River cruise & wildlife rescue sanctuaries
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Diverse range of game drives, walks and boat cruises
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Experience Indian culture & traditional village life
July 2024
FINLAND - BEAR CUBS, WOLF, WOLVERINE, EAGLES
AVAILABILITY - SELLING FAST
Your Finland Photography Safari Highlights
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Close to home for UK and European residents - cheaper and better for the planet than going elsewhere for bears
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Small group size - min 5 /max 6 guests
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Individual 1 person overnight hides
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Single rooms with no single supplement
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Exciting range of iconic European predators in the wild
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Brown bear - especially mothers with cubs
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Wolf very possible from these hides
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Wolverine also often photographed here
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Birds of prey in the area include golden eagle, white tailed eagle, great grey owl and eagle owl
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Red squirrel and many small birds of the taiga may also be spotted, plus moose, reindeer, beaver and otter
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Glorious forest and lake landscapes of northeastern Finland
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1-2-1 technical tuition and creative inspiration with award-winning photographer and tutor Trai Anfield
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Expert local wildlife guides
August 2024
ZIMANGA, SOUTH AFRICA
Zimanga Ultimate South African Photography & Film Making Safari
JUST RELEASED - now booking
Unique Zimanga
Ultimate South African Photography & Film Making Safari in
this unique and inspiring location designed for photographers
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Our most-requested destination
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Unrivalled quality of wildlife encounters and photographic opportunities
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Superb hide network as well as game drives
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Night and day photography
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Well-suited to videography as well as photography
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Exceptional lodge accommodation
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Beginner friendly with new challenges for experienced safari-goers
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Connoisseur choice for African wildlife photography & film making
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No yellow fever or malaria medication required
Exclusive & unique 7 day wildlife photography & survey experience with MPCP
This incredible predator focussed experience is not available elsewhere
Focus on lion, cheetah, leopard, wild dog
Profits donated directly to the Mara Predator Conservation Programme
Small group - max 6 photographers
Tour leaders:
Trai Anfield: Award-winning wildlife photographer, film maker, former presenter of BBC's Living World
Niels Mogensen: Senior Programme Scientist of the Mara Predator Conservation Programme
ALSO coming up
I'm currently finalising details on the following safaris for 2023 and 2024.
If you're interested in joining one of them please click the "Get On The Wait List" links to express an interest. There is no obligation to travel, it just means you'll have first option on booking a place and gives us an indication of numbers.
Chile - Pumas Of Patagonia 2024
Your Patagonia Highlights Include:
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Closest encounters anywhere with wild pumas
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Private estancia with expert guides used by BBC Frozen Planet and many other blue chip film crews
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Incredible landscapes of Torres del Paine for spectacular backdrops
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Other species including Andean condors, king penguins
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Small group size - max 6 guests
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Beginner friendly plus great for intermediate/experienced photographers looking for new species
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1-2-1 technical tuition and creative inspiration with your tutor Trai Anfield
Pumas of Patagonia 2024
releasing soon - GET ON THE WAIT LIST!
Borneo is primate central with orang-utan, proboscis monkey and dozens more tree-swinging species, alongside pygmy elephants, a canopy full of dazzling birdlife and the chance to add on an encounter with fearsome Komodo Dragons!
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Four of Sabah's premier wildlife destinations:
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Sepilok
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Kinabatangan River
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Danum valley
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Deramakot
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Abundant and diverse wildlife
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Varied habitats including primary rainforest, montane forest and rivers
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Private boat, walking & 4x4 safaris
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Max 3 photographers per boat
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1-2-1 Photography & film making tuition & critique sessions with Trai Anfield
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Private wildlife guide throughout the tour
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Air-conditioned lodge accommodation
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Visit & support conservation initiatives
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Post production sessions
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Add on Komodo Dragons!