Angama Mara’s Photographic Studio is an exciting workspace of storytelling, teaching and sharing. From photoshoots to camera rentals to tutorials for getting better photographs — these are the best ways to remember a safari.
What to Expect
Through the professional guidance of our on-site team, guests have the opportunity to arrange private, complimentary in-studio photographic tutorials and editing sessions
Hire a photographer to capture memories with you while on safari in the Triangle or overlooking the Mara from the edge of the escarpment
Try out some photographic equipment: the Studio has new cameras and lenses available for hire
Large-screen Apple desktops, loaded with the latest software, are available for guest use in editing and sharing
A professional printer can print your images on paper or canvas — or purchase an image from our collection — to take home
You can also enter the Greatest Maasai Mara Photographer of the Year competition or purchase one of their prints, which raises funds for important conservation initiatives in the Mara
Taking great pictures in the Mara is easy and fun for everyone no matter your age, aptitude or vocation, thanks to the open plains, the abundance of wildlife year-round and well-trained guides who understand your photographic needs.
Everything you may need to know about the many photographic services on offer at Angama Mara
Cameras and lenses can be rented from the Photographic Studio, whether for two hours, a day or for the entire trip. The Studio has the top camera brands for hire, such as Canon, Nikon and Sony — including the Sony Alpha 7III mirrorless camera. Lenses include telephoto and wide angle lenses.
*The complete camera package rates are available upon request.
Guests have the opportunity to attend hands-on, one-on-one in-studio photographic tutorials and editing sessions, both of which are included in the rate. Large screen Apple desktops, loaded with the latest software, are available for guest use during the tutorial.
Photoshoot at the lodge and surrounding environs.
— Beautifully edited images presented in a custom online gallery
— Printed A3 image chosen by guests (packaged for travel)
One-Hour On-Property Photoshoot — USD $150
Half-Day On-Property Photoshoot — USD $400 (4 hours)
*Celebration photography available for Half-Day — birthdays, blessings, honeymoons, anniversaries
In-house photographer will accompany guests on a full-day safari.
— Pictures will be captured and edited by the photographer
— Point-of-view shots; wildlife images; picnic and group/couple shots
— Beautifully edited images presented in a custom online gallery
— Printed A3 image chosen by guests (packaged for travel)
Half-Day On Safari Photography — USD $400 (4 hours)
Full-Day On Safari Photography — USD $800 (8 hours)
*For Full-Day, it is suggested this is split: 4 hours in the morning, and 4 hours in the late afternoon to make the best of the light
*Guests to have private use of their safari vehicle (at extra cost if applicable and subject to availability)
Hands-on photographic tutorial with an in-house photographer who will accompany guests on safari.
— Photographer will teach guests how to take the pictures
— Guests will edit the images themselves
Half-Day On Safari Tutorial — USD $300 (4 hours)
Full-Day On Safari Tutorial — USD $600 (8 hours)
*For Half-Day, morning is preferential due to lighting
*Guests to have private use of their safari vehicle (at extra cost if applicable and subject to availability)
Guests looking to improve their technical photographic skills and knowledge can spend time exploring the Mara with seasoned safari photographic guides.
Privately-Guided Photographic Safari — USD $600 (8 hours)
*Maximum of 4 guest photographers
*Once you have requested this service we will inform you which photographer guide will be hosting the safari
*Regrettably a Half-Day Privately-Guided Photographic Safari is not available
*Please contact your travel planner for rates. Note: The rate does not include any services offered by the Photographic Studio
