The Ultimate “Big Cats” 2012

AFRICA LIONS & MORE – THE ULTIMATE “BIG CATS” PHOTO SAFARI.

This small group, exclusive photo safari has been created for photographers who have a passion to to capture stunning images of “Big Cats” in thier natural environments. The main focus is on leopards, lions, and cheetahs.
We have selected the very best locations to photograph Africa’s superior predators – the “Big Cats”:

• Sabi Sands in South Africa for Leopards and “Big Five” [Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Buffalo and Rhino]
• Mashatu in Botswana for Leopards, Lions, Cheetahs & Wild Dogs
• Mala Mala in South Africa for Leopards and “Big Five”

There will be a big variety of other African wildlife to photograph too, and especially the Big Five.
Click on the individual links above to find out more about the camps/lodges we have selected. Linger for a while on the uniqueness of each, imagining you were there. You will appreciate the extremely high standard of accommodation we have chosen. You will experience the best of African lodges; they are world class.

It would be a challenge to better the photographic opportunities for predators offered by this photo safari, anywhere in Africa.

You will be accompanined by three professional and passionate wildlife photographers who will provide every assistance to you.

Our aim is to ensure you come home with the best possible images and unforgetable memories of a “once-in-a-lifetime” experience photographing these magnificent animals.

Leopard are the most elusive and arguably the most beautiful of the African predators! They seem to choose who photographs them! Our experienced drivers/guides will track them in Sabi Sands and you will be astounded when you experience how close we can get to photograph these supreme predators.

With not more than four photographers/persons allowed per vehicle you will appreciate the extra space whilst photographing from specially adapted vehicles . This arrangement caters especially well for photographers using larger telephoto lenses and yet allows enough space for spouses/partners who just wish to sit, in peace and enjoy the special spirit of Africa.

THIS PHOTOGRAPHIC SAFARI IS CONFINED TO A MAXIMUM OF TWELVE PARTICIPANTS.

YOUR PHOTO SAFARI LEADERS

The photo safari will be co-led by Shem Compion, Jay Collier and Denis Glennon AO, i.e. the same three photographers who led the enormously successful Okavango Delta photo safari in Nov/Dec 2011 – have a look at some of the feedback from this awesome photo safari, especially from a number of the “inexperienced” photographers. you will be surprised! Click: Testimonials

A brief profile of each of the professional photographers may be seen by clicking: Safari Leaders and when the new page opens, scroll down until you come to the section headed “Safari Leaders”.

The ratio of pro photogrpahers to participants is the highest you will find on any photographic safari anywhere.

DATES & SUMMARY ITINERARY

The photo safari commences on 13th September 2012 and finishes on 27th September 2012, starting and ending in Johannesburg, South Africa.

A summary of the itinerary is:

• 12 Sept or earlier: Depart from home city
• 13 Sept: Arrive J’burg and stay overnight in Guest House, Pretoria
• 14 – 18 Sept: Mala Mala Main Camp - 4 nights
• 19 – 22 Sept: Sabi Sabi Little Bush Camp – 4 nights
• 22 – 27 Sept: Mashatu tent Camp - 5 nights
• 27Sept: Transport to J’burg Airport for connection with international flights

COSTS

The cost is: AUD$14,550.00.00 per person, twin share.
A single supplement of AUD$2450.00 applies, if specifically requested.

Terms of Payment are as follows:
1. A non-refundable 25% deposit together with a completed Registration Form, on or before 15th February 2012.
2. A second non-refundable payment of 25% on or before 30th April 2012.
3. A final payment of the remaining 50%, on or before 30th June 2012.

IF YOU WISH TO KNOW MORE

■To read and download a PDF containing details on the accommodation selected for this photo safari and other important information about compulsory travel insurance, cancellation policy, health considerations, what is/is not included, and packing camera gear for travel in Africa click: Big Cats – Detailed Itinerary & Other Important Information

■To reserve a place, click: Registration Form

If this photo safari is not for you, perhaps you might consider forwarding the information to a friend who may like to know about it.

Thank you.