Luxury Photography Safaris made for you
Zambia
Blend into the landscape in a secluded hide in Zambia
South Africa
Photograph magnificent elephants in Sabi Sands Reserve
Borneo
Hike deep into the rainforest to find orangutans
Chile & Argentina
Immerse yourself in the dramatic landscapes of Patagonia
Costa Rica
Capture the stunning colour of vibrant wildlife
Channel your creativity on a luxury photography safari
Take a bespoke photography safari to experience peaceful and intimate moments among nature and wildlife. Our experienced travel specialists and knowledgeable local guides will show you the lesser-visited spots, so you can capture special images in the wilderness.
Capture the frenetic energy of millions of wildebeests and zebras thundering across the plains on their annual migration in Kenya and Tanzania. Then, find stillness in Zambia. Conceal yourself in a wildlife hide, the best place for close up wildlife photography.
Costa Rica’s Central Cloud Forest’s teem with a vivid array of avian and amphibian life. Photographt their stunning colours on a private walking tour with a private naturalist. In Borneo, venture into the Danum Valley to track enigmatic orangutans, pygmy elephants and the rare, micro-species of the deep rainforest.
The underwater world of the Galápagos Islands is a haven to over three thousand species of marine life. Join a cruise led by a wildlife photographer and biological conservationist to explore the wildlife photography opportunities on land and in the water.
Combine wildlife and landscape photography in rugged Patagonia, where Pumas roam below dramatic granite peaks and ever-changing skies. Focus on the otherworldly Atacama desert in Latin America and perfect your composition in Namibia, framing red dunes, some over two hundred metres high, against the sapphire blue sky.
Get in touch with our team of travel designers to begin planning your own photography safari.
Highlights
Embrace technology in the remote desert at Tswalu Kalahari Reserve. Safari in state-of-the-art photography jeeps and edit your work in the on-site studio
Join a renowned nature photographer to chase the Northern Lights in the Lofoten Islands, Norway
Seek out the elusive jaguar in the Pantanal, Brazil, capturing the cat’s distinctive spots reflected in the still waters of the vast wetlands
Sip wine at the Pukaki Wine Cellar Observatory in New Zealand, learning about astrophotography during your stay Mount Cook Retreat
Coming home from an amazing trip with a personal collection of great photographs is such a wonderful souvenir. We work with teams of expert widlife and photography guides across the globe who are on hand to help every kind of photographer.
Jess Kay
Client Ambassador
Luxury accommodation
There are many incredible places to stay on a photography safari. Here are some of our favourite lodges and cruises, handpicked by our safari experts:
Why book with Jacada?
Personalised design
We’ll plan your trip around your specific interests, tastes and preferences, providing helpful tips and honest advice based on first-hand knowledge of the destination.
Authentic experiences
Our expert guides and brilliant travel concierges are hand-picked to provide a genuine experience, bringing your destination to life with care and passion.
Responsible travel
Our luxury trips are designed with responsible travel principles that prioritise travel experiences that are both good for you and good for the planet.
Trip inspiration
Get inspired with our example trips and then get in touch to plan your photography safari
Where to go
Tanzania
Photograph the amazing wildlife of Africa in the Serengeti. Lions move quietly through the grass, elephants catch the early-morning light, and vast wildebeest herds bring real scale to your shots.
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Galapagos
Swim amongst the unparalleled marine life in the Galápagos sharing the water with sea lions, turtles and rays. And spotting reef fish in clear, volcanic-framed coves.
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Iceland
Capture azure ice sculptures on black volcanic sand beaches in Iceland, where glacier fragments wash ashore and glitter like glass in the soft Arctic light.
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Borneo
Be enthralled by playful orangutans in Borneo, watching them swing through the rainforest canopy and pausing for intimate portraits along riverbanks and jungle trails.
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Namibia
Blend the red sand dunes with deep blue sky in Namibia. Early mornings bring crisp light and long shadows, making those sweeping horizons feel even more dramatic.
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New Zealand
Enjoy the spectacle of a glittering night sky in New Zealand with clear, dark landscapes that make stargazing – and night photography – feel truly cinematic.
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Norway
Join a renowned photography expedition in search of dazzling Northern Lights. With expert guidance on the best viewing spots and camera settings, you’ll be set up to capture the aurora at its most vivid.
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The Pantanal
Trek in search of the elusive jaguar in Brazil’s Pantanal. Head out with expert trackers into prime habitat where you’ll be ready the moment this rare big cat appears.
Discover moreWhen to go on a photography safari
Across the globe there is always a good time to go on a photography safari. Botswana is best visited during the ‘green season’ (November to April) when wildlife is active and the green landscapes contrast against moody skies.
The northern lights in Sweden or Norway can be captured from September to March, which is also ideal for photographing winter landscapes.
In South America, Patagonia is optimum in summer, between October to March. While in Costa Rica, the dry season is from December to April, however there are ample wildlife opportunities during the rainy season, May to November.
For dry hiking trails in Borneo, visit from April to October, to find orangutans.
Great Migration
July-October
Galapagos marinelife
December-April
Patagonia landscape
October-April
Plan your photography safari
Whatever your interest or when you want to go our expert travel designers are waiting to help you plan your photography safari.
Your trip, your story
We craft trips deeply personal, delightfully surprising and entirely one of a kind. Every Jacada journey begins in conversation with a travel designer, a specialist in their destination of expertise. Behind each journey is a wealth of insight, gathered over years of on-the-ground exploration.
Once you’re booked, you’ll meet your concierge. Based in the region you’re visiting, they’ll take care of all the details so your mind is at rest. They make the trip truly special – and truly yours.
