3-Day Short Safari for Photographers: Big Cat Focus with Tracking Tips

Arrive at Kilimanjaro or Arusha Airport and meet your professional guide/photography expert from Heart of Serengeti. Transfer to your lodge or camp near Tarangire or Ngorongoro, depending on wildlife focus. Embark on an afternoon game drive timed for the golden hour, ideal for capturing lions, leopards, and cheetahs in their natural habitat. Evening includes review of your photos and tips on camera settings for wildlife photography.

Spend a full day on safari in prime wildlife areas, guided by experts in Big Cat behavior and photography techniques. Early morning drive captures predators during active hunting or territorial patrols. Midday includes rest and optional indoor photography tutorials or field review sessions. Afternoon drive focuses on leopard spotting and cheetah tracking, maximizing lighting and angles for photography. Sunset shots and reflective evening session help refine techniques and capture memorable images.

Begin the day with an early sunrise safari, perfect for dramatic lighting and active wildlife shots. Focus on any remaining predator sightings, including lions in pride behavior or cheetah hunting exercises. Return to camp for breakfast, review key shots, and transfer to the airport for departure. Leave with professional insights and stunning wildlife photos from your short, intensive photographic safari.