On this page you will find a variety of articles specifically related to African Wildlife Photography. These include photo safari tips, techniques and equipment as well as interesting animal behaviour and sightings observed on our photo safaris in the African Bush.
Links to these articles will also be added in the quarterly photo safari newsletter.
Posted on 26th Feb 2019 in ALL VIDEOS|Video Trip Reports|
All VIDEO footage was taken on a 10 night Photo Safari to Kenya's Maasai Mara Game Reserve in February 2019. WILD4 African Photographic Safaris “BIG CATS of the MAASAI MARA” photo safari led by Stu Porter Photo Safari VIDEO by Stu Porter
Posted on 20th Oct 2018 in ALL VIDEOS|Video Trip Reports|
All VIDEO footage was taken on a 10 night stay in Kenya's Maasai Mara Game Reserve in September, on a WILD4 African Photographic Safaris “BIG CATS of the MAASAI MARA” photo safari led by Stu Porter VIDEO by Stu Porter
Posted on 30th Sep 2018 in ALL VIDEOS|Video Trip Reports|
All VIDEO footage was taken in Sept 2018 on a 7 night stay in the Maasai Mara in Kenya on a WILD4 African Photographic Safaris “GREAT MIGRATION” photo safari led by Stu Porter VIDEO by Stu Porter
Posted on 24th Sep 2018 in ALL VIDEOS|Video Trip Reports|
All VIDEO footage was taken Aug / Sept on a 12 night stay at multiple locations in South Africa on a WILD4 African Photographic Safaris “Lions & Leopards of Kruger” photo safari led by Stu Porter VIDEO by Stu Porter
Posted on 22nd Sep 2018 in
TEXT & PHOTOGRAPHS by Mike Lentz Trip Report: Focus on The Kruger Aug-Sep 2018 Being late winter here in Kruger National Park, things are quite dry and colours can be a bit challenging, however if you make the most of it during this time by getting up early you will be rewarded with some amazing opportunities to photograph natures splendour. First off we spent two nights at Satara Rest Camp after collecting Michael and Nicky at Skukuza airport. This is more...
Posted on 22nd Sep 2018 in ALL VIDEOS|Video Trip Reports|
All VIDEO footage was taken on a 10 night custom photo safari at multiple locations in South Africa on a WILD4 African Photographic Safaris photo tour led by Stu Porter VIDEO by Stu Porter
Posted on 3rd Aug 2018 in ALL VIDEOS|Video Trip Reports|
All VIDEO footage was taken in July on a 16 night stay at multiple locations in South Africa on a WILD4 African Photographic Safaris “Lions & Leopards of Kruger” photo safari led by Stu Porter VIDEO by Stu Porter
Posted on 8th Jul 2018 in ALL VIDEOS|Video Trip Reports|
All VIDEO footage was taken in June on a 14 night stay in Botswana's Moremi Game Reserve, Khwai Concession, Savute, Chobe National Park and the Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe on a WILD4 African Photographic Safaris “Best of Botswana” photo safari led by Stu Porter VIDEO by Stu Porter
Posted on 8th Jun 2018 in ALL VIDEOS|Video Trip Reports|
All VIDEO footage was taken in May on a 14 night stay in Botswana's Moremi Game Reserve, Khwai Concession, Savute, Chobe National Park and the Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe on a WILD4 African Photographic Safaris “Best of Botswana” photo safari led by Stu Porter VIDEO by Stu Porter
Posted on 11th Apr 2018 in ALL VIDEOS|Video Trip Reports|
All VIDEO footage was taken on a 15 night stay in Kenya's Amboseli National Park and in Tanzania's Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti and Ndutu, on a WILD4 African Photographic Safaris “Tanzania and Elephants of Amboseli” photo safari led by Stu Porter VIDEO by Stu Porter
Posted on 25th Mar 2018 in ALL VIDEOS|Video Trip Reports|
All VIDEO footage was taken on a 10 night stay in Kenya's Maasai Mara Game Reserve on a WILD4 African Photographic Safaris “BIG CATS of the MAASAI MARA” photo safari led by Stu Porter VIDEO by Stu Porter
Posted on 15th Oct 2017 in ALL VIDEOS|Interesting sightings|
This very interesting sighting took place in the Kruger National Park in South Africa, during the dry season. A pride of 9 Lions caught a Warthog near the Sabie River. The commotion attracted a huge herd of Buffalo that were feeding nearby and they came over to investigate. The two enemies faced each other for over an hour. The Buffalo repeatedly charged the Lions, but the Lions waited patiently and eventually made their way back to their Warthog kill once the...
Posted on 30th Sep 2017 in ALL VIDEOS|Interesting sightings|
All VIDEO footage was taken on a 3 night stay at Mala Mala Main Camp in August on a WILD4 African Photographic Safaris “LIONS & LEOPARDS of KRUGER” photo safari led by Stu Porter VIDEO by Stu Porter
Posted on 28th Sep 2017 in ALL VIDEOS|Video Trip Reports|
All VIDEO footage was taken on a 10 night stay in and around the Kruger area on a WILD4 African Photographic Safaris “LIONS & LEOPARDS of KRUGER” photo safari led by Stu Porter VIDEO by Stu Porter
Posted on 18th Sep 2017 in ALL VIDEOS|Interesting sightings|
A few video highlights from a visit to the Maasai Mara in Kenya, Elephant, Hippo, Zebra, Cheetah, Vultures, Lilac Breasted Roller, Serval, Eland, rain, Black Rhino, Ostrich, Leopard and Lions fighting.
Posted on 15th Sep 2017 in ALL VIDEOS|Video Trip Reports|
All VIDEO footage was taken on a 7 night stay in the Maasai Mara in Kenya on a WILD4 African Photographic Safaris “GREAT MIGRATION” photo safari led by Stu Porter VIDEO by Stu Porter
Posted on 31st Aug 2017 in ALL VIDEOS|Video Trip Reports|
All VIDEO footage was taken on a 12 day photo tour to Etosha National Park in Namibia and Tswalu Kalahari Reserve in South Africa. This unique photo safari was led by Stu Porter. VIDEO by Stu Porter
Posted on 15th Aug 2017 in ALL VIDEOS|Video Trip Reports|
All VIDEO footage was taken on a 12 day photo tour to Etosha National Park in Namibia and Tswalu Kalahari Reserve in South Africa. This unique photo safari was led by Stu Porter. VIDEO by Stu Porter
Posted on 29th Jul 2017 in ALL VIDEOS|Photo Equipment|
Our Photographically modified 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser Safari Vehicle LAUNCH trailer VIDEO by Stu Porter
Posted on 28th Jul 2017 in News|
We are very proud to announce the launch of our first Kenyan photographically modified safari vehicle, which will be available for use on both our scheduled and custom designed photo safaris within Kenya. Our previous clients will know how we have pioneered the way to provide photographic supports on vehicles for photographers. Our professional adjustable photobar and beanbag systems that we use on safari vehicles in Botswana, Kruger, Mala Mala, Namibia and Tanzania offer a comfortable solution...
Stu, Thank you for another wonderful safari. We were blown away by the sightings that we had. From the Lion kill to the tiny Lion Cubs, it was one great experience after another. The bird opportunities were also outstanding. I’m still sorting though the 1000’s of images that we brought home. Also, thank you Justyna for setting up our 2 week private Kruger safari with Stefan. We spent over a month in Africa shooting every day except for a couple of travel days. It was our trip of a lifetime. The accommodations, food, and itinerary were as good as it gets. We can’t wait to do another one!.
Dick and Mary
Wild Side Photographic Art
Dick Collins, USA
I found Wild4 through an article in Popular Photography magazine about how to choose a photo safari. They were one of five recommended in the article. After checking them all out, I saw that Stu and Wild4 offered the kind of experience that I wanted: 1) Small groups of dedicated photographers 2) Variety in wildlife viewing 3) Tuition on photography and wildlife behavior 4) Good communication and organisation. I can say that Wild4 met and exceeded all expectations on all points (and then some).
1) We used one vehicle for three photographers. Stu is a trained photographer himself, so his goal was always to get us into the best position with the best light. Having only three on the tour meant plenty of room for equipment and the ability to shoot from either side of the vehicle when surrounded by a herd of elephants! It also gave us the flexibility to be patient and wait for the shot.
2) The three places we visited each provided a unique experience and wonderful variety in scenery and wildlife viewing.
3) Stu's tuition was excellent. It was there if we needed it but never pushed. Tips, reminders, anecdotes on wildlife behavior. All given with patience and good humor.
4) From the first email, the communication was timely & clear. Justyna was a joy to work with and handled the back-office part of the tour seamlessly. It can't be as easy as she makes it seem.
Wild4 didn't provide the wildlife or the spectacular sunsets that we experienced, but they put us in position to enjoy and capture a little piece of it in our cameras and in our memories. Our Safari was amazing and I would not have changed a thing…well, maybe I would have eaten a little less.
If you're looking for a Photo Safari, there is nothing to consider. Just go ahead and contact Wild4 Photographic Safaris. You will not be sorry.
Doug Croft, USA
