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    Photography Workshops & Tours. Overseas & UK

    Maasai Mara – Governors Camp

    In Maasai Mara with Janette Hill and Ann Aveyard
    • £7500.00 /person
    • Price
      Single Supplement of £100 if you would like your own room in the Hotel Nairobi on the first night.
    • Deposit
      £1000.00
    • Location
      Maasai Mara
    • Dates
      February 3rd, 2024 - February 15th, 2024
      Dates include travelling to and from Nairobi for your convenience
    • Duration
      13 Days
    • Leader
      Janette Hill and Ann Aveyard
    • Group Size
      6 max
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    Photography Experience Overview

    Come and spend time with Janette and Ann at Governors Camp in the Maasai Mara for an unforgettable experience photographing the abundant wildlife in one of the worlds most famous wildlife areas with endless plains and vistas.

    We will be staying in Governors Camp, which is nestled along the winding banks of the Mara River, in the heart of the Maasai Mara National Reserve. The area next to the camp, the Musiera Marsh, is well known for being the home to the famous Marsh Pride of Lions, which were featured in the BBC documentary series ‘The Big Cat Diary”. Jonathan Scott, the wildlife photographer and presenter of Big Cats Diary and Big Cat Tales, is a frequent visitor to Governors Camp and views the camp as his second home.

    The entire camp is under canvas with all the comforts of a luxury hotel. Some of the 25 tents line the riverbank, tucked into the forest they enjoy uninterrupted views of the Mara River, others have views across the sweeping plains of the Maasai Mara. The tents are big, bright and allow in lots of natural light. All tents are classic safari style each with ensuite bathrooms and a private verandah. The tents have electric lights and 220 Volt UK plugs for charging cameras and phones. Wifi is available in the camp.

    The camp is unfenced so open to the wild animals who frequently visit, which adds to the charm. You may hear the animals outside your tent at night, but there is no need to be alarmed! The camp has guards around 24 hours every day to ensure our safety. Frequent wildlife visitors include hippos, elephants, warthogs, dwarf mongooses and bush babies, to name a few.

    Photography Experience In Detail

    This fully inclusive experience is for 10 nights in the camp and includes a night in a hotel in Nairobi before we move to Wilson Airport for our flight to the Governors Camp Airstrip. All transfers are included. We will have a minimum of 20 private safaris in a custom built 4x4 vehicle. There are opportunities for up to three excursions each day. It is up to each guest to decide if they would like to do extra activities. All meals are included. Purified water, drinks including house wine, beers, soft drinks are all included. There is a laundry service also included.

    Included

    - Internal flights
    - Accommodation for first night in Nairobi
    - Accommodation at Governors Camp for 10 nights
    - 20 safaris
    - Maasai Mara park fees
    - Flying doctors fee
    - All transfers
    - Hints and Tips for photography if required

    Not included

    - International Flights
    - Personal Insurance (Essential)
    - Items of a personal nature
    - Tipping
    - Dinner on first night at hotel if required
    - Meals after lunch on our last day

    Please note all images taken by Ann Aveyard

    Photography Experience Itinerary

    Please note: Sometimes the itinerary may change but this will not interfere with game viewing and photography opportunities!

    Day One

    • Depart UK for Nairobi
    • Transfer to Tamarind Hotel

    Day Two

    • Breakfast
    • Transfer to Wilson Airport
    • Fly to Governors Airstrip
    • Lunch
    • Afternoon safari including sundowners
    • Dinner

    Day Three

    • Wake up call with tea/coffee and biscuits
    • Morning safari including picnic breakfast to maximise wildlife sightings and photographic opportunities
    • Lunch in camp
    • Afternoon safari including sundowners
    • Dinner in Camp

    Day Four

    • Wake up call with tea/coffee and biscuits
    • Morning safari including picnic breakfast to maximise wildlife sightings and photographic opportunities
    • Lunch in camp
    • Afternoon safari including sundowners
    • Dinner in Camp

    Day Five

    • Wake up call with tea/coffee and biscuits
    • Morning safari including picnic breakfast to maximise wildlife sightings and photographic opportunities
    • Lunch in camp
    • Afternoon safari including sundowners
    • Dinner in Camp

    Day Six

    • Wake up call with tea/coffee and biscuits
    • Morning safari including picnic breakfast to maximise wildlife sightings and photographic opportunities
    • Lunch in camp
    • Afternoon safari including sundowners
    • Dinner in Camp

    Day Seven

    • Wake up call with tea/coffee and biscuits
    • Morning safari including picnic breakfast to maximise wildlife sightings and photographic opportunities
    • Lunch in camp
    • Afternoon safari including sundowners
    • Dinner in Camp

    Day Eight

    • Wake up call with tea/coffee and biscuits
    • Morning safari including picnic breakfast to maximise wildlife sightings and photographic opportunities
    • Lunch in camp
    • Afternoon safari including sundowners
    • Dinner in Camp

    Day Nine

    • Wake up call with tea/coffee and biscuits
    • Morning safari including picnic breakfast to maximise wildlife sightings and photographic opportunities
    • Lunch in camp
    • Afternoon safari including sundowners
    • Dinner in Camp

    Day Ten

    • Wake up call with tea/coffee and biscuits
    • Morning safari including picnic breakfast to maximise wildlife sightings and photographic opportunities
    • Lunch in camp
    • Afternoon safari including sundowners
    • Dinner in Camp

    Day Eleven

    • Wake up call with tea/coffee and biscuits
    • Morning safari including picnic breakfast to maximise wildlife sightings and photographic opportunities
    • Lunch in camp
    • Afternoon safari including sundowners
    • Dinner in Camp

    Day Twelve

    • Wake up call with tea/coffee and biscuits
    • Morning safari including picnic breakfast to maximise wildlife sightings and photographic opportunities
    • Lunch in camp
    • Transfer to Airstrip
    • Fly to Wilson Airport
    • Transfer to Jomo Kenyatta Airport
    • Depart for UK

    Day Thirteen

    • Arrive Home

    Photography Experience FAQs

    Do I need a Visa?

    Yes, a visitors visa is required for Kenya. This can be obtained online before departure.

    Can I charge my laptop , phone and camera batteries?

    Yes, all accommodation has 220v UK plugs for charging equipment.

    What is the accommodation like?

    All accommodation is safari type tented. Do not be put off by this! All the comforts of a luxury hotel are supplied. They all have en-suite bathrooms and a private veranda.

    Is there a bar?

    Yes, the bar has a deck that overlooks the Mara River.

    Is there a shop? Is there a spa?

    Yes, there is a gift shop and a spa. The spa offers a wide range of treatments.

    How long is the flight from London to Nairobi?

    About 9 hours.

    How long is the flight to Governors Airstrip?

    About 45 minutes.

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