3-Day Nairobi and Amboseli Bird Photography Safari
This 3-day photography safari takes you to two of Kenya's most photogenic locations: Nairobi National Park and Amboseli National Park. Designed specifically for photography enthusiasts, this tour offers unparalleled opportunities to capture stunning images...
About this tour
This 3-day photography safari takes you to two of Kenya's most photogenic locations: Nairobi National Park and Amboseli National Park. Designed specifically for photography enthusiasts, this tour offers unparalleled opportunities to capture stunning images of birds, wildlife, and landscapes. With expert guidance and strategic timing for optimal lighting conditions, you'll return with a portfolio of breathtaking photographs.
This is an tour listing based on the current Birdwatching Kenya itinerary. Departure dates, current price, group size, accommodation, included services and final route must be confirmed through BirdWatch.info. Wild bird and mammal sightings cannot be guaranteed.
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Early breakfast and drive to Nairobi National park. Here we will start our photography in the parking area where encounter White headed barbets, Brown backed barbet, Spot flanked barbet, Green backed honeybird, Bronzy sunbird, the entry into the bushy areas will enable us photograph Variable sunbird, Yellow breasted apalis, Tawny flanked prinia, Tropical boubou, Singing cisticola, White browed scrub robin, White eyed slaty
flycatcher, African moustached warbler, Red collared widowbird, Winding cisticola, Stout cisticola, Purple grenadier, Little bee-eater. The water pools enable us take pictures of Longtoed lapwing, Blacksmith lapwing, Spur-winged lapwing, Black crake, African rail, Common moorhen, Black headed heron, Grey heron, Great egret, Intermediate egret, little egret,
Reed cormorant, African darter and more while the grasslands will rovide Crowned lapwing, Yellow necked spurfowl, Shelley’s francolin, Black bellied bustard, White bellied bustard, Rosy breasted longclaw, Cuckoo-finch,Rufous naped lark, Red capped lark, the
acacia scrubs will provide Northern pied babbler, Black winged kite, Gabar and Shikra, Augur
buzzard and more. We will break the birding here into two: a morning section and and an
afternoon section, after we have taken lunch. We will be back at the lodge at 5:30 PM.
After an early breakfast, we depart for Amboseli National Park, aiming to arrive by around 11:00 AM. Upon entry, we begin photographing iconic dry-land birds such as Eastern Pale Chanting Goshawk, Pygmy Falcon, Kori Bustard, Secretary Bird, Tawny Eagle, White-backed Vulture, and Lappet-faced Vulture.
A drive along the fresh-water marshes provides opportunities to capture Red-billed Duck, Blue-billed Duck, White-faced Whistling Duck, Fulvous Whistling Duck, African White-backed Duck, African Jacana, and Greater Painted Snipe. Although mid-day light is not ideal for photography, we may still get a few quality shots.
We check in at Oltukai Lodge, followed by lunch and rest. Later in the afternoon, when the light improves, we head back into the park for a focused photography session targeting Amboseli’s exceptional waterbirds and the park’s famous wildlife, including elephants and other big game that often allow close-range photography.
After an early breakfast, we enjoy a sunrise drive through Amboseli to photograph iconic species including Greater and Lesser Flamingos, Goliath Heron, Purple Heron, Saddle-billed Stork, Double-banded Courser, Southern Ground Hornbill, Taveta Golden Weaver, and many more.
After a productive morning session, we return for lunch, followed by preparation for the journey back to Nairobi, marking the end of the photography safari
Locations & map
- Nairobi National Park - Kenya (Conditions vary by altitude, habitat and season; confirm current access and expected weather.)
- Amboseli National Park - Kenya (Conditions vary by altitude, habitat and season; confirm current access and expected weather.)
Availability & pricing
Availability: Available on request · Season: Year-round; the source recommends June–October and January–March for generally drier conditions and favorable light
Price: Price on request
Included
- Professional birding guidance - Guide availability and the final field program are reconfirmed after inquiry.
Not included
- International flights and visas - Not included unless explicitly stated in the final proposal.
- Travel and medical insurance - Participants arrange appropriate coverage.
- Services not named in the confirmed proposal - The source does not publish a complete current inclusion/exclusion list.
Transport & stays
- Private safari vehicle and route-specific boat or The tour itinerary describes road transfers and, on some routes, boat trips or an internal flight. Vehicle, fuel, driver, boat, flight and transfer inclusions must be confirmed in the final proposal. | Meet: Nairobi airport, hotel or another agreed location | Pickup: Airport or hotel pickup is subject to the confirmed proposal.
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What is the best time of year for this photography safari?
The safari is excellent year-round, but the best light and dry conditions are typically from June–October and January–March, which also makes wildlife and bird photography easier.
Do I need prior photography experience?
No prior experience is required. The trip is suitable for all skill levels, from beginner to advanced photographers. Our guides provide tips on spotting, framing, and capturing wildlife and birds.
How physically demanding is this trip?
This safari is easy to moderate. Most photography is done from the vehicle or short walks. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended, but strenuous trekking is not required
Is transportation provided?
Yes, Fieldman safari vehicles are provided throughout the trip, specially designed for wildlife and bird photography with open views and easy access to camera equipment.