Kruger National Park
Photographic Safari
Join Abundant Adventures and professional wildlife photographer Luisa M Vink on this 5 day | 4 night camping photographic safari in the beautiful Kruger National Park.
Solo travelers joining our tours are welcome and paired in twin or multi-share accommodation with someone of the same sex for the duration of the trip.
Duration
5 Days
Next Tour
10 - 14 May 2026
From
R 15 000 pps
Luisa M Vink
About
Meet your Photo Guide
Luisa is a Venezuelan-born wildlife photographer based in South Africa since 2020. She studied Media & Communications and Film Direction, spent four years working in the cruise industry’s photo department — where she led private photoshoots, trained photography teams, and presented beginner-friendly photo talks for guests.
Her wildlife images have been featured by NatGeo Your Shot, Sigma South Africa, Nikon South Africa, Addo Elephant National Park, Kragga Kamma Game Park, Amakhala, and more. In partnership with Abundant Adventures, Luisa now guides beginner and amateur photographers on relaxed, enjoyable wildlife photo tours in Kruger. Her warm, simple teaching style makes photography accessible to everyone — even if you’ve never taken your camera off Auto.
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Why choose Abundant Adventures?
What sets us apart? We’re proud to offer something unique and have achieved this by means of several aspects. Our camping offering ensures a "closer to nature" experience while still being comfortable and hassle-free, this also allows for impromptu photo opportunities while at camp.
We provide all camping equipment required including top of the range, spacious tents, camp beds, a bedside table, camping chairs and more. Our maximum capacity of 6 guests per tour guarantees an exclusive, personalised and memorable experience. ​
Our comprehensive packages cover photographic classes, transport, toll fees, park entrance fees, two meals daily, selected beverages and more.
What you'll learn
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How to use your camera confidently​
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How to work with natural light
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How to compose simple, beautiful wildlife images
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How to capture animal behaviour & emotion
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How to photograph movement without stress
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How to edit lightly in Lightroom (beginner-friendly)
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How to develop your personal style
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How to practice ethical wildlife photography
What you'll need
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A camera with a Zoom Lens (minimum zoom reach 200mm)
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Spare Camera Batteries - At least 1
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Memory Cards (64MB minimum)
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Basic Lens Cleaning Kit
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Small Day Bag
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Itinerary
Day 1 | Foundations of Wildlife Photography
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We depart Johannesburg between 06:30 and 07:00 on Day 1 of the tour. Enroute to the Kruger National Park we stop for breakfast at our half way point, Millys. Upon arrival at Berg-en-Dal rest camp our guests enjoy an introductory photography lesson outlining Camera Setup Essentials, Core Settings for Safari Photography, Focus & Tracking and Composition Basics. We then settle in for the evening, get to know our fellow travellers and enjoy dinner and a relaxed evening.
Day 3 | Long Drive Day & Action Photography
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Day 3 starts with coffee before departing on our 6+ hour morning drive with a stop for a delicious skottel breakfast at Afsaal picnic site. We return to camp between 12:00 and 13:00 and our guests spend the rest of the afternoon relaxing or partaking in optional additional photography workshops while we prepare a traditional Potjie and Fire Baked Bread for dinner. Our photographic focus shifts to Action Photography, Reading Animal Behaviour, and Lightroom Editing today.
Day 4 | Style, Confidence & Creativity
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First light signals the start of our fourth day in the bush. We enjoy some coffee before setting off on our morning drive at around 06:00 and arrive back at camp for breakfast between 09:00 and 10:00. Our guests enjoy a midday break before we depart on our afternoon drive at 14:30 - returning to camp around 17:00 for a relaxed evening and delicious dinner. Photographic elements covered on Day 4 include Fun Photo Challenges, Developing your Personal Style and Ethical Wildlife Photography.
Day 2 | Light, Moment & Composition​
First light signals the start of our second day in the bush. We enjoy some coffee before setting off on our morning drive at around 06:00 and arrive back at camp for breakfast between 09:00 and 10:00. Our guests enjoy a midday break before we depart on our afternoon drive at 14:30 - returning to camp around 17:00 for a relaxed evening and delicious dinner. Photographic elements covered on Day 2 include Understanding Natural Light, Reading Animal Behaviour and Comprehending Composition. Today is about building confidence!
Day 5 | Wrap-up & Departure
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Our final day begins at 06:30 with a cup of fresh coffee after which our guests enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the camp restaurant from 07:00 onwards. At 09:00 we begin our return journey to Johannesburg, arriving between 15:00 and 17:00. Each guest receives a certificate of completion and the skills to excel in their photographic journey moving forward!
Inclusions
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Collection at our pick-up point in Johannesburg.
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All Camping Equipment needed (Tent, camping bed, sleeping bag, pillow, side table, camping chair) set up for you by one of our tour guides.
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All Entrance & Conservation fees to National Parks for SA and SADC residents.
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Meals - Breakfast, Snacks & Dinner
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Selected Beverages
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Early Morning Rusks & Coffee.
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All transportation for the duration of the tour in a Land Rover Discovery.
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All Road Tolls and Vehicle Taxes.
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Registered Tour Guide.
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Professional Photography Guide.
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Photography Workshops.
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Abundant Adventures game-drives.
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Drop off at our drop-off point in Johannesburg.
Exclusions
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Camera (Bring your own)
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Flights (from/to home)
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Visa fees, travel taxes and travel insurance.
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Additional accommodation before and after the tour.
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Transport to and from pick-up and drop-off point,
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Gratuity and Items of a Personal nature.
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Alcoholic Beverages.
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Optional activities (sunset & night drives, bush walks etc)