South Africa Photo Safari and Digital Photography Workshop
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Join us for 13 or 7 days of wildlife encounters and photography. Professional wildlife photographer Gregory Sweeney is your guide while on safari to private reserves in the Limpopo area of South Africa and Kruger National Park. Each day you have two wildlife activities that will get you up close to the animals including all of the Big 5. Every activity is about getting the best photo opportunities possible. Every reserve and activity is a short drive away so all of our afternoons and down time can be spent informally discussing digital workflow, animal behavior and how to use it in photography, and creative Photoshop techniques to enhance your photos.
Most days will have some time at the lodge when photographers can get together for sessions in which we can share and critique photos. There are plenty of opportunities to learn when your host discusses topics such as white balance, post processing photos, digital workflow in the field and at home, sharpening, preping for printing, and Photoshop artistic and rescue techniques. All levels of knowledge are welcome and the discussions will change to fit the audience.
The Limpopo area of South Africa is an eco-tourist destination where mountain ranges rise suddenly and dramatically out of bushveld plains. On the slopes of these plains you will find indigenous forests, placid streams, and beautiful waterfalls. It is also the home of Kruger National Park offering a wildlife experience that ranks with the best in Africa and the world. Established in 1898 to protect the wildlife of the South African lowveld, this national park of nearly 2 million hectares is is unrivalled in the diversity of its life forms and a world leader in advanced environmental management techiques and policies.
View a Sample day by day itinerary
Schedule and Cost
| Sept 27 - Oct 6 2010 | $3,400 |
| May 9 - 15 2011 | $3,100 |
| May 9 - 21 2011 | $4,950 |
| Sept 26 - Oct 2 2011 | $3,100 |
| Sept 26 - Oct 8 2011 | $4,950 |
this price includes all lodging, transfers, fees for activities and most food. Does not include airfare to Johannesburg, SA. See our Prices page for more details
Is this for me?
This is the trip of a lifetime for you if you love taking pictures and observing animals. You don't have to be a professional photographer, just have the desire to learn and share with others who are passionate about wildlife and photography. We are active in the mornings and afternoon and spend most of the time out in the bush in open vehicles. You should be able to do moderate physical activity such as climbing into the vehicle and walking short distances.
What is the next step?
We only take 8 people per trip in order to provide a personal and uncrowded experience (and the lodge only holds 12!). If you want to take part in this, do not hesitate because spaces will fill. We are happy to talk to you and answer your questions.
Gregory Sweeney's email: lion@africawildsafaris.net
Greg's Phone number: (239)283-0022