Warthogs in the South African bush - wildlife, learn photography, expert team, small group

* Domestic flights: Each flight takes around one hour and is included in the package price in economy class. An upgrade to business class can be requested for an additional fee once the airlines confirm the aircraft type, which typically happens only a few weeks before departure. If no business class option is available, extra baggage allowance can be arranged at an additional cost. As soon as we receive further details regarding domestic flights and luggage regulations, we will provide you with all the relevant information.

Guided Experience & Personal Support

A safe and well-organized travel experience with experienced guides, German-speaking support, and translation if needed: the entire journey – from OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg to the return – is accompanied by our team, consisting of a Swiss tour leader and a local photographer
Educational insights into the ecosystem of the Greater Kruger and information about wildlife and their behaviour
Personal attention thanks to a small group size of a maximum of eight photographers and up to four accompanying persons (the trip runs from a minimum of three participants)

Photographic Expertise
Travel with two creative and highly skilled professionals:

A South African photographer with a university degree in photography, who is also a certified nature (safari) guide, sharing her extensive knowledge openly – giving you a head start for incredible wildlife shots.
The tour leader, a professional graphic designer, supports you with her knowledge about image composition during game drives and with post-processing techniques afterwards and during the retreat.

Accommodation

2 nights in a private suite at Amaya Timbavati
All meals and beverages (except some high-range brands), twice-daily game drives in exclusive-use game viewing vehicle
2 nights in a private suite at Summerfields Rose Retreat & Spa
All meals and selected drinks included
4 nights in a private suite at Little Bush Camp, Sabi Sands
All meals and beverages (except some high-range brands), twice-daily game drives in exclusive-use game viewing vehicle

Transfers & Flights

Domestic flight* from OR Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg to Eastgate Airport, Hoedspruit
Road transfer from Eastgate Airport, Hoedspruit to Amaya Timbavati
Road transfer to Summerfields Rose Retreat & Spa
Road transfer to Little Bush Camp, Sabi Sands
Road transfer to Skukuza Airport
Domestic flight* from Skukuza Airport back to OR Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg

Additional Services

All conservation fees and entrance fees to the nature reserves

Not Included in the Price

Tips
Travel and cancellation insurance
Costs for any health or visa requirements
International flights to and from South Africa
Spa treatments (optional)
Premium-brand drinks in the lodges
Any services or items not explicitly listed as included

Magical Photo Tours offers exclusive small-group journeys led by a Swiss tour leader and a local South African wildlife photographer. Our signature trip, “Safari & Photo Tour South Africa. Focus on Wildlife Photography.”, includes the following: