Privately Guided Photographic Safaris in Africa
Privately guided photographic safaris are created for those passionate about capturing nature’s most extraordinary moments. Led by an expert photographic guide, this tailored experience ensures you are in the right place at the right time for unforgettable wildlife images — from Africa’s great predators to its vibrant birdlife. Every detail is designed with photographers in mind, from exclusive access to prime locations and hides to professional advice on techniques in the field.
Beyond the photography, your private guide adds continuity across camps and countries. Their knowledge, storytelling, and personal attention enrich each day, weaving your journey into a single, cohesive narrative. This is more than a safari — it is an immersive photographic adventure that leaves you with images, memories, and a connection to Africa that will last a lifetime.
Why Choose a Privately Guided Photographic Safari?
- Exclusive Access – Enjoy private vehicles and hides designed with photographers in mind, giving you the best angles without distraction.
- Expert Guidance – Travel with professional guides who understand light, wildlife behavior, and positioning, ensuring you capture truly exceptional images.
- Continuity & Expertise – A private guide accompanies you throughout the journey, weaving together each camp and destination. Their insights add richness and consistency, transforming individual stops into a connected story.
- Perfect Pacing – Move at your own rhythm. Whether you wish to wait hours for the perfect shot or follow shifting light conditions, your schedule is built entirely around photography.
- Conservation Focus – Every photographic safari contributes to protecting habitats and supporting local communities — your images become part of a larger impact.
What Makes a Photographic Safari Different?
- Vehicles –Private 4- or 6-seater safari vehicles provide generous space for you and your equipment, ensuring comfort and flexibility on drives. With beanbags for stability, optional camera mounts, and unobstructed views from every seat, you’ll always be positioned for the perfect shot.
- Private Hides – Exclusive sunken or water-level hides place you at eye level with wildlife, creating unique and intimate photographic opportunities.
- Guiding Pace – Your schedule revolves around the light, weather, and animal behavior, allowing you to wait for the perfect moment without pressure.
- Small Groups – Limited numbers ensure ample space, individual attention, and an uncluttered environment for focused photography.
- Photographer’s Itineraries – Each journey is crafted around prime photographic opportunities, following wildlife movements and seasonal highlights to maximize your chances of capturing extraordinary images.
Conservation & Impact Through Photography
Every image you capture is more than just a memory — it’s part of Africa’s story. By traveling with Chase Africa Safaris, your photographic journey directly supports the protection of the landscapes and wildlife you are documenting. The lodges and camps we partner with are chosen not only for their luxury and exclusivity but also for their active role in anti-poaching initiatives, habitat restoration, and community upliftment projects.
Your safari fees contribute to rangers on the ground, the preservation of critical ecosystems like the Okavango Delta and Mana Pools, and the education and empowerment of local communities who live alongside wildlife. In this way, your photography does more than capture Africa’s beauty — it helps secure its future.
When you return home, the images you’ve taken become powerful ambassadors for conservation, inspiring others to value and protect these extraordinary places. A privately guided photographic safari is not only an unforgettable adventure — it’s a meaningful investment in Africa’s wild heritage.
Some of Our Recent Privately Guided Safari Itineraries
The Best of Zimbabwe & Botswana
From $33,500.00 per person sharing
14 nights on safari | private photographic guide
The Best of Zambia
From $23,000.00 per person sharing
11 nights on safari | private photographic guide