Overview

Designed for wildlife photographers, bird lovers, filmmakers, content creators, and passionate nature enthusiasts, our 12 Days / 11 Nights Tanzania Photographic Safari Experience offers the perfect balance of adventure, luxury, and exceptional photographic opportunities.

Travel through Tanzania’s most iconic national parks with experienced safari guides who understand wildlife behavior, animal movements, and the best photography locations throughout the day.

You’ll enjoy flexible game drives during golden hours, extended wildlife viewing, comfortable safari vehicles with pop-up roofs, and carefully selected lodges that place you close to nature.

Whether you’re carrying a professional DSLR, mirrorless camera, or simply your smartphone, this safari is designed to help you capture unforgettable memories.

Safari Highlights

✔ Professional Wildlife Photography Safari

✔ Sunrise & Sunset Game Drives

✔ Extended Time at Wildlife Sightings

✔ Great Wildebeest Migration (Seasonal)

✔ Big Five Wildlife Photography

✔ Private Safari Vehicle

✔ Experienced Photography-Friendly Guide

✔ Luxury Safari Lodges & Camps

✔ Beautiful African Landscapes

✔ Over 500 Bird Species

12 Days / 11 Nights Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival in Arusha

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where your Dakawa Travel representative will welcome you.

Transfer to your luxury hotel in Arusha.

Evening briefing covering:

• Camera preparation
• Wildlife photography tips
• Safari safety
• Daily schedule

Overnight

Luxury Hotel – Arusha

Meals

Dinner

Day 2 – Arusha National Park

Begin your photography adventure in Arusha National Park.

Photograph:

• Colobus Monkeys
• Giraffes
• Buffalo
• Flamingos
• Mount Meru
• Scenic Lakes

Excellent opportunity to practice wildlife photography before entering larger parks.

Overnight

Arusha

Meals

Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 3 – Tarangire National Park

Travel to Tarangire National Park.

Known for:

• Giant Elephant Herds
• Ancient Baobab Trees
• Lions
• Leopards
• Zebras
• Giraffes

Spend extra time photographing wildlife during the golden evening light.

Overnight

Luxury Safari Lodge

Meals

Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 4 – Lake Manyara National Park

Explore Lake Manyara National Park.

Capture:

• Tree-Climbing Lions
• Flamingos
• Hippos
• Blue Monkeys
• Elephants
• Forest Landscapes

Enjoy slow-paced game drives focused on photography.

Overnight

Karatu Lodge

Meals

Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 5 – Ngorongoro Crater

Descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater.

Excellent opportunities to photograph:

• Black Rhino
• Lions
• Elephant Bulls
• Buffalo
• Hippos
• Hyenas
• Flamingos

Picnic lunch inside the crater.

Overnight

Ngorongoro Safari Lodge

Meals

Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 6 – Central Serengeti

Travel into Serengeti National Park.

Spend the afternoon photographing:

• Lions
• Cheetahs
• Leopards
• Giraffes
• Elephants
• Wildebeest

Enjoy spectacular sunset photography.

Overnight

Luxury Tented Camp

Meals

Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 7 – Full-Day Serengeti Photography

Spend the day following wildlife activity.

Capture:

• Predator Hunts
• Lion Families
• Elephant Herds
• Golden Light Landscapes
• Dramatic Wildlife Portraits

Overnight

Luxury Camp

Meals

Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 8 – Northern Serengeti

Explore another region of Serengeti.

Depending on the season, photograph:

• Great Wildebeest Migration
• River Crossings
• Crocodiles
• Cheetahs
• Hyenas
• Birds of Prey

Overnight

Luxury Safari Camp

Meals

Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 9 – Sunrise & Sunset Photography

A dedicated photography day.

Enjoy flexible game drives focused on:

• Golden Hour Photography
• Wildlife Portraits
• Landscape Photography
• Bird Photography

No rushing between sightings.

Overnight

Luxury Camp

Meals

Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 10 – Serengeti to Ngorongoro Highlands

Morning wildlife photography.

Drive through scenic landscapes.

Optional visit to:

• Maasai Village
• Scenic Viewpoints

Overnight

Luxury Lodge

Meals

Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 11 – Tarangire Photography Session

Return to Tarangire for another dedicated photography experience.

Capture:

• Elephants
• Baobab Trees
• Zebras
• Giraffes
• African Sunsets

Overnight

Safari Lodge

Meals

Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 12 – Return to Arusha

After breakfast, return to Arusha.

Visit local art galleries or cultural markets before airport transfer.

Your photography adventure concludes.

Meals

Breakfast • Lunch

National Parks You’ll Visit

• Arusha National Park
• Tarangire National Park
• Lake Manyara National Park
• Ngorongoro Conservation Area
• Ngorongoro Crater
• Serengeti National Park

Wildlife You May Photograph

• Lions
• Leopards
• Cheetahs
• African Elephants
• Black Rhino
• Buffalo
• Giraffes
• Zebras
• Wildebeest
• Hippos
• Crocodiles
• Hyenas
• Jackals
• Gazelles
• Flamingos
• Eagles
• Secretary Birds
• Vultures
• Over 500 Bird Species

Photography Safari Includes

✔ Airport Transfers

✔ 11 Nights Accommodation

✔ Photography-Friendly Safari Guide

✔ Private 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser

✔ Unlimited Game Drives

✔ Flexible Photography Stops

✔ National Park Entrance Fees

✔ Ngorongoro Crater Conservation Fee

✔ Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

✔ Bottled Drinking Water

✔ Government Taxes

Package Excludes

• International Flights
• Tanzania Visa
• Camera Equipment
• Drone Permits (where applicable)
• Personal Insurance
• Alcoholic Drinks
• Tips & Gratuities
• Personal Expenses

Accommodation Options

Mid-Range Photography Safari

Comfortable Lodges & Camps

Starting From

USD $4,390 Per Person

Luxury Photography Safari ⭐ Most Popular

Luxury Lodges & Premium Camps

Starting From

USD $5,490 Per Person

Premium Photography Safari

Luxury Boutique Camps

Starting From

USD $6,790 Per Person

Ultra Luxury Private Safari

Exclusive Lodges & Private Guide

Starting From

USD $8,990 Per Person

Best Time for Photography

January – March ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

• Calving Season
• Predator Action
• Green Landscapes
• Dramatic Skies

June – October ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

• Great Migration
• Dry Season
• River Crossings
• Excellent Wildlife Viewing

November – December ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

• Beautiful Sunsets
• Lush Landscapes
• Bird Photography

Why Choose Dakawa Travel?

• Photography-Friendly Guides
• Flexible Game Drives
• Private Safari Vehicles
• Comfortable Luxury Lodges
• Sunrise & Sunset Photography Sessions
• Tailor-Made Itineraries
• Local Wildlife Experts
• 24/7 Travel Support