Amboseli Photography Tour - Kenya

Expert-led photo tour to Amboseli

Amboseli is a breathtaking wildlife photography destination, best known for its massive elephant herds roaming beneath the towering backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro—Africa’s highest peak.

With open grasslands, lush swamps, Lake Amboseli, and acacia woodlands, the park offers a striking mix of landscapes that support a rich variety of wildlife.

Beyond its iconic elephant herds, Amboseli is home to occasional super tuskers like the world-famous Craig, along with lion prides, cheetahs, zebras, giraffes, hippos, and an abundance of birdlife—including flamingoes around the lake.

Unlike the predator-heavy Masai Mara, Amboseli offers a more relaxed photography experience, allowing you to push your creative boundaries. Here, it’s all about composition, lighting, and storytelling, using elements like the majestic Kilimanjaro backdrop, dramatic foregrounds, and unique subject framing. You’ll start to feel less like a photographer and more like an artist.

Key Features

Huge elephant herd encounters - a must for elephant lovers

Africa’s highest peak - Gorgeous sightings of Mount Kilimanjaro behind animals.

Occasional super tusker sightings such as Craig

Relaxing destination - very scenic landscapes

Exercises the creative muscle - background, foreground, composition, lighting, etc

Our Plan

Price Estimations & Inclusions

Create a Private Safari (1-12) or Join a Group Safari (max 6)

3-4 day tour: USD $1,400 - $2,000 per person
Amboseli is usually done as an extension of the Maasai Mara Tour

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What’s Included?

- Airport Transfers – Pick-up & drop-off
- X Nights Safari Accommodation – Full-board meals included.
- X Days of Safari – With professional local guides & photographers.
- All Park Fees – Access to the park for the entire trip.
- 1 Night Nairobi Stay – Rest upon arrival before the tour begins.

What’s Not Included?

- International Flights – Round-trip airfare not included.
- Personal Expenses – Souvenirs, optional activities.
- Alcoholic Beverages – Hard drinks are not included

Frequently Asked Questions

Absolutely!
We need to know the following:
- Preferred dates
- Preferred location
- No. of people/solo
- Luxury/mid-range accommmodation
If you need some consultation, contact us.
Lenses will matter quite a bit. It’s always recommended to have a telephoto lens of minimum focal length of 300mm, and any wide angle lens for some creative shots.
If you’re confused about this, get in touch and we’ll help you with this.
If you still wish to do photography, there are rental options as well. Feel free to get in touch to inquire about the equipment & rates.
Absolutely! These tours cater to all levels: whether you're just beginning your photography journey, looking to enhance your portfolio, or aiming to commercialize your images.
Our tours are designed for all fitness levels, with most time spent in safari vehicles.
Only thing to note is that the safaris get bumpy sometimes due to tough terrain. (Quite an adventure though!)
While the main essence of the tours is photography, anyone is welcome to come along and have fun with us!
Your tour leader is Dhir Jakharia, an internationally renowned professional wildlife photographer born and raised in Kenya.
Dhir brings an unmatched local insight — not just to wildlife, but to the soul of the land.
Dhir has led guests from around the world across Kenya, Tanzania, and Malawi. His photographic work has been internationally recognised, but what sets him apart is his purpose:
To use photography as a tool to inspire others to connect deeply with nature — and with themselves