Amboseli, Lake Nakuru & Masai Mara Wildlife Photography Tour

Overview

An 8 nights 9 days Africa Circuit Wildlife Photography Masterclass Expedition in 4x4 open vehicles, covering iconic game parks and offering unmatched opportunities to photograph Africa’s legendary wildlife in action.

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About The Tour

Embark on an 8 nights 9 days Africa Circuit Masterclass Wildlife Photography Expedition, specially designed for passionate photographers seeking the ultimate African safari experience. Travelling in exclusive 4x4 open vehicles, this expertly guided journey takes you through some of the most iconic wildlife destinations in East Africa — including Amboseli, Lake Nakuru, and the legendary Masai Mara.

From the stunning backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro behind herds of elephants in Amboseli, to the flamingo-fringed shores of Lake Nakuru and the dramatic predator-prey interactions of the Mara, this circuit offers an immersive wildlife photography adventure. The tour is timed to maximize sightings of the Big Five, as well as other majestic creatures like cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and countless bird species.

Mentored by experienced wildlife photographer and masterclass mentor, participants will receive personalized guidance in field techniques, storytelling, camera settings, and composition—turning every game drive into a learning experience. Whether you’re looking to freeze a lion mid-roar or capture the subtle emotion in a mother elephant’s eyes, this expedition is your gateway to building a powerful African wildlife portfolio.

Quick Information

Route:

Nairobi - Amboseli - Lake nakuru - Masai Mara - Nairobi

Start Point:

Nairobi Airport

Duration:

8 Nights 9 Days

End Point:

Nairobi Airport

Inclusions

8 nighs and 9 days of African wilderness
Arrival and departure airport transfers
All meals as mentioned in itinerary
All game drives as per itinerary
Day 1 and 2 accommodation at Amboseli Ol Tukai Lodge
Day 3 accommodation at Lake Nakuru Lodge FB
Day 4 - 7 accommodation at Mara Keekorok Lodge
Day 7 accomodation in Hotel Argyl Grand, Nairobi
All park entrance fees
Safari in 4 x 4 Open Land Cruiser
Services of a qualified English Speaking Driver Guide
Photographic guidance of DCP Photography expert
1 Litre bottle of mineral water per person per day while on a road safari in a Private vehicle

Experts

Kane Lew

Masterclass Mentor And Head - Creative Photography

Kane Lew, one of the finest artists in the DCP panel of experts. He is an arts graduate from Sir J.J. Institute of Applied Arts, Mumbai, and is a commercial photographer. Kane is an experienced photographer and has travelled extensively across Indian geography for several years. He has brilliant photography skills and technical knowledge in all genres of photography with a special interest in wildlife photography. He is known for his innovations and his capability of giving shape to imaginations. He has a great teaching acumen. Apart from his love for art, sculpture and music, he is a skilled trainer, trekker and a biodiversity expert. He is a Masterclass Mentor in the panel and Head of Creative Photography Division, Team DCP.

Suggested airline / flight schedule (not included in package) - Mumbai to Nairobi – Indigo 6E 1853
2:05 AM – 5:40 AM and Nairobi to Mumbai – 6E 1854 6:40 AM – 3:30 PM

Not applicable

Getting Ready

Things to carry:

Telephoto lenses – preferably above 400 mm for distant shots
Zoom lenses – for the flexibility that it offers for unanticipated circumstances
Wide angle lenses for opportunities of landscape and astro photography
Carry fully charged batteries for your camera / flash.
Carry battery charger. Carry extra pack of camera batteries
Carry backup memory cards / HDD storage drives, Laptop
Bean Bag (stuff with Bajra or thermacol or Rice).
Carry a big towel / cloth to protect your gear from dust
Carry a big cloth / bandanna / scarf to protect you from the dust
Body Warmer for the chilly early mornings.
Sun screens are very important
It is advisable to carry basic first aid along with you.
Please carry Odomos to keep you protected from mosquito bites.
Carry a pair of good binoculars

Equipment available on rental - please mail us at rentals@dcpexpeditions.com.

Vaccinations (for Indian participants only)

Yellow fever vaccination to be taken at least 10 days before departure date mandatory for emigration clearance. Please get in touch with our team for any assistance.

Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)

Kenya has waived off e-VISA requirement but they have introduced a new requirement which is called Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA).

It's a simple process which can be done here - https://www.etakenya.go.ke/en

Please keep the following documents and things handy before you start filling the application form.

Copy of the first and last page (in one single document). Please ensure passport is valid for at least six (6) months after your planned date of arrival into Kenya, with at least one blank page
Selfie or passport-type photo
Contact information, email address and phone number
Details of your arrival and departure itinerary and flight tickets
Accommodation booking confirmation(s) - (will be provided by us)
Credit card, debit card or other means of payment

This will cost you $ 35, which needs to be paid online to Kenya Govt.

Suggested airline / flight schedule (not included in package)

Mumbai to Nairobi – Indigo 6E 1853
2:05 AM – 5:40 AM
Flight duration 6 hr, 5 min

Nairobi to Mumbai – 6E 1854
6:40 AM – 3:30 PM
Flight duration 6 hr, 20 min

Itinerary

Day 1 - Nairobi to Amboseli

Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Nairobi where you will be met by our representative after clearing with immigrations formalities and briefed about your safari. After an early breakfast, drive to Amboseli National Park. The Park that is famous for its breathtaking views of Kilimanjaro. The Park also shelters more than 420 species of birds. Enormous Elephant population and other big game is attracted to the area by underground springs fed from the melting snows of Mount Kilimanjaro. Lunch is served at the lodge, have some time to relax and depart for an evening game drive. Return to the lodge and enjoy a scrumptious dinner.

Dinner and Overnight at Amboseli Ol Tukai Lodge FB

Day 2 - Explore Amboseli

Rising early for good views of Mount Kilimanjaro before clouds build up over the summits, we set off for a dawn game drive. Amboseli is an excellent place to view a multitude of wildlife, including everything from wildebeest to giraffes to baboons. Midday becomes hot at the dry lake beds and finds us at your lodge for lunch and afternoon rest, thereafter depart for another exciting game drive at the park. Amboseli is also home to the legendary Maasai tribesmen whom you can see herding large groups of cattle with the devil’s dust rising in the backdrop. Maasai warriors are a famous and proud nomadic tribe whose legendary prowess in battle and single-handed acts of bravery in fights with the wild animals is well known across the world.

All meals and Overnight at Amboseli Ol Tukai Lodge FB

Day 3 - Amboseli to Lake Nakuru

After an early breakfast, drive to Lake Nakuru National Park where lunch will be served. Lake Nakuru National Park is regarded by avid birders' as the place for one of the greatest ornithological spectacles on planet Earth. The Park is famous for its millions of pink flamingoes lining on the lake shore as well as the fever trees and tree climbing lions.

A spectacular afternoon game run is planned for us today. It is a sanctuary to the Black Rhino, White Rhino and the Rothschild Giraffe along with lions and leopards which presents one of the most beautiful and unique settings for photographing leopards and lions on fever trees. Bird life include common species like the lesser and Greater Flamingoes, African fish Eagle, Tawny Eagle, Green Wood Hoopoes, Cliff Chat, Great White and Pink Backed Pelicans plus other intra-African Migrants.

Dinner and overnight at Lake Nakuru lodge, Nakuru.

Day 4 - Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara

After breakfast, you will drive to the famed Masai Mara Game Reserve via the Great Rift Valley. En route enjoy the beautiful scenery. Arrive at your Lodge/Camp in time for lunch and check in at the Lodge/Camp. Enjoy an enthralling game-viewing drive. Spotting lions, cheetahs and other spectacular predators is the highlight of your day. This evening, enjoy a sumptuous dinner at your Lodge/Camp.

Dinner and Overnight at Keekorok Lodge or similar FB

Day 5, 6, 7: Full days of game-viewing!

Wake up before sunrise and proceed on a full-day game-viewing drive with packed breakfast and lunch in search of the myriad of game that make this reserve their home. If you are lucky, you can witness a live kill, moment by moment, right in front of your unbelieving eyes! Masai Mara is where you can expect to seed the famous 'Big 5' and even a river crossing of migrating herds as we are travelling during the famous migration period of the year.

All meals and Overnight at Keekorok Lodge or similar FB

Day 8: Masai Mara – Nairobi

Morning game drive in the park. Transfer to Nairobi in the afternoon. Dinner and overnight at Four Points by Sheraton.

Day 9: Departure

You will be dropped to the airport for your early morning flight back.

Field Learnings

Techniques for photographing African megafauna in diverse habitats
Framing wildlife against unique backdrops – from Kilimanjaro to flamingo-covered lakes
Best settings and approaches for fast-action and behavioral photography
Leveraging natural light in open savannahs for dramatic compositions
Ethics and best practices for photographing wildlife in international parks
Insights into storytelling and building a contest-ready portfolio

Package Cost

~ Rs 3,21,280 INR per head including all taxes (3850 USD per head) (Ex Nairobi)
(INR equivalent of 3850 USD to be paid as on date of transaction)

Cost includes:

Arrival and departure airport transfers
Day 1 accommodation in Hotel Four Points by Sheraton, Nairobi.
Day 2 and 3 accommodation at Amboseli Ol Tukai Lodge
Day 4 accommodation at Lake Nakuru Lodge FB
Day 5 - 8 accommodation at Mara Keekorok Lodge
All meals as mentioned in itinerary
All game drives as per itinerary
All park entrance fees
Safari in 4 x 4 Open Land Cruiser
Services of a qualified English Speaking Driver Guide
Photographic guidance of DCP Photography expert
1 Litre bottle of mineral water per person per day while on a road safari in a Private vehicle

Cost doesn't include

All International Flights + Taxes
Visas and Mediclaim charges
Last day lunch at Nairobi
Travel & Personal accident insurance
Tips & personal expenses such as bar, telephone calls, tips, gratuities … etc.
Cost of Meals other than those specified in inclusions
Cost of foreign exchange for personal expenses
Excursions not detailed in above program

Applicable TCS:

Section 206C(G) of Income tax act, 1961 mandates tour package operators selling overseas packages to collect TCS from the individuals travelling abroad. As announced in budget 2025, the threshold limit of remittances (under LRS) made to overseas tour package sellers is Rs. 10 lakh (except for medical and educational expenses). TCS is 5% below threshold and 20% above the threshold. As a mandate, we will therefore, be collecting TCS as per the mentioned threshold and depositing to Govt within the deadline. Don't worry, TCS isn't an extra fee! It is an advance tax payment that will be adjusted against your income tax liability when you file your returns.

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Nairobi

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Cancellation policy

All cancellations before 30 days of the event date - 80% credit
All cancellations between 20 - 30 days of the event date - 50% credit
All cancellations within 20 days of the event date - No credit possible

Nairobi to Mumbai – 6E 1854
6:40?AM – 3:30?PM
Flight duration 6 hr, 20 min

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Amboseli, Lake Nakuru, Masai Mara - Wildlife Photography Masterclass Expedition, May 2026

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₹321,280₹ 335,000