Our African Photography Safaris Podcast #20 out now.
Viral social media is unfairly defining the Maasai Mara ecosystem! Why? Also, what is the deal with fenced vs unfenced camps? Remember the “exposing to the right” technique and is this really relevant anymore?
Links open to our AFRICAN PHOTOGRAPHY SAFARIS website.
There’s a new post on our African Photography Safaris “Wild Insights” blog. It’s a new addition to our “Framing the Wild” series and it looks at this photograph from back in 2024, Elephants Above Mattikoko.
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Our African Photography Safaris Podcast #19 out now.
The “King of the jungle” is a misnomer in more ways than one. But we’re asking, “Who is really the King?” And, we want your opinion! Check out our Who is Really the King Wild Insights blog post and let us know your thoughts!
We also chat about the elephant’s bizarre hyrax relative. Kaleel sticks up for back-button focus, Alan doesn’t. Also a delve into the history books to look at why white rhinos are called white? Prepare for a twist!
Links open to our AFRICAN PHOTOGRAPHY SAFARIS website.
There’s a new post on our African Photography Safaris “Wild Insights” blog. It’s a new addition to our “Framing the Wild” series and it looks at this photograph from back in 2020, the Elephant Scratching Tree.
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I’ve recently been working with Mattikoko Safari Camp on a new blog about Hyenas in the Maasai Mara. The article explores one of the Mara’s most fascinating and often misunderstood animals, the spotted hyena.
Spotted hyenas don’t always get the credit they deserve. Too often they’re portrayed as simple scavengers hanging around the edges of another predator’s kill. In reality they’re intelligent, highly social and extremely capable predators with a fascinating place within the Mara ecosystem.
On our trips with African Photography Safaris, we’ve spent a lot of time watching and photographing hyenas in the Maasai Mara. Our friends at Mattikoko Safari Camp recently reached out to me for some of my thoughts on this incredibly successful predator. And, of course, a few of my photographs to help illustrate the article.
Have you ever watched a clan of hyenas going about their business in the Mara? If so, you’ll know there’s considerably more to them than popular culture usually depicts.
READ Maasai Mara Wildlife Spotlight: The Hyena
Mattikoko Safari Camp is managed and owned by our friends Moses and Marion Nampaso. It is in the heart of the private Lemek Conservancy and is an incredible special place to experience the Maasai Mara ecosystem from.
You can join us at Mattikoko with AFRICAN PHOTOGRAPHY SAFARIS.
Our African Photography Safaris Podcast #18 out now. 18 – we’re officially an adult!
In our latest episode we’re chatting about a study which looks at balancing tourist camp density and lion conservation . We have a question (and answer) on Kaleel’s back lit lion photograph we featured in episode 17. Another question on self-driving safaris and cheetahs on vehicles is raising its ugly head again.
All while enthusing about their 18th celebratory beers!
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Places are now available for our Maasai Mara Photography Safari with Alan during the great migration season.
This Maasai Mara photography safari is crafted specifically for photographers. You’ll be based in Lemek, one of the Maasai Mara’s private conservancies. Much less crowded than the National Reserve! Less people, less vehicles and incredible diverse wildlife.
This photography safari is full board and includes flights from Nairobi to the Conservancy, plus crucial extra luggage weight allowances. We are also able to responsibly off-road in the Lemek Conservancy. Win win!
With dedicated photographic tuition you’ll have every opportunity to learn more about wildlife photography techniques and also, gain a greater understanding of fieldcraft.
If you’re looking for a safari that places an emphasis on ethics and sustainability, blends world-class wildlife, creative inspiration, and expert guidance then you’ve found it!
