Capturing the Soul of Africa on a Photographic Safari

As you may know, a photographic safari differs slightly from a traditional safari experience. Instead of focusing on wildlife sightings to commit to memory, a photographic safari entails capturing the perfect shot- which includes getting the right lighting, angles, and vistas to complement your work. 

Most safari visitors enjoy slowly meandering through the bush, seeking out the best sightings possible.. Photographic safari photographers, however, typically spend more time with a single subject in order to get that once-in-a-lifetime picture. It is often a slower-paced experience that aims to connect more intimately with a moment, capturing it forever on film.

While it is perfectly possible to capture a decent shot on a traditional safari, to truly immortalise a breathtaking photograph it takes a little bit of skill, patience, and luck. At Klaserie Drift, we can tailor your photographic safari to suit your needs and experience level. For those who want to get the most out of their time, we offer a special   option to bring in a wildlife photographic expert to guide you through the whole experience. 

These seasoned wildlife photographers understand every facet of a perfectly timed photograph. You could look forward to a skills workshop and real-time feedback. They know how to get the best angles and will work alongside your wildlife guide to optimise every photo opportunity. 

Leopard (top) and lion (above) photographed by Klaserie Drift safari guests @natigana and @mechechica

Photographic equipment can be extremely expensive for newbie and amateur photographers but for a much lower cost, you can also hire state-of-the-art equipment through our reservations team.Need a tripod or a top-quality camera? We have you covered. Perhaps you have the camera body but would like to try your hand using an advanced, high-zoom lens to not miss out on a single wildlife moment? We can arrange for a variety of high-end apparatus that suit your needs to be ready and waiting on your arrival.

What You Can Expect On A Klaserie Drift Photographic Safari

From the moment you set off on your photographic safari, your wildlife guide will highlight the many wonders of the Klaserie Drift bushveld. You may encounter lions lazing under a tree, rhinos grazing along the river, or a herd of elephants playing in the mud. 

For enthusiastic birding photographers, Klaserie Drift offers an incredible opportunity to capture a wide variety of bird species having been awarded Specialist Birding Site status by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA). The area is a bird photographic safari paradise and you can expect to see many species such as the African fish eagle, Saddle-billed stork, and the impressive Southern ground hornbill.

The Iconic Greater Kruger Backdrop

If you are a wildlife photographer you know the distinction between a good photograph and a great one is having an expert eye and the patience for perfection. You know the importance of being intimately connected with the environment around you and understand that nature’s wonders need time to reveal themselves.

Additionally, the backdrop of the Greater Kruger reserve offers a majestic landscape that is teaming with abundant wildlife ensuring you never lack for suitable subjects to augment your portfolio. If you are looking for an unforgettable photographic safari experience then we invite you to spend a few days with us as you snap your way around the Greater Kruger- one of the most iconic safari destinations in the world.

Words by Marian Geddes