PHOTOgraphy tour
DAY-WISE ITINERARY
Day 1: Nairobi to Masai Mara – The journey begins
Arrive in Nairobi and begin your scenic drive to the Masai Mara. Once you reach Ilora Retreats, settle into your tent, enjoy a freshly prepared lunch, and take a bit of time to rest or set up your gear. In the late afternoon, head out for your first safari drive, an easy start to get a feel for the landscapes, light, and wildlife. Return to camp for dinner and a relaxed evening where you can meet the group and chat about the days ahead.
Day 2-6: Safaris in Masai Mara Game Reserve
Each day is fully focused on photography, with morning and evening game drives in private vehicles led by experienced guides. You’ll have time for everything—from waiting at sightings to tracking behavior and trying creative angles. Use breaks to rest, edit, or join optional sessions at the photo lounge. Bird walks around camp and a guided night sky session add depth to the experience.
Each day is fully focused on photography, with morning and evening game drives in private vehicles, with only three guests per car—so you will always have space to shoot comfortably. Each drive is guided by an expert naturalist, ensuring you are always in the right place with the right light. Between drives, rest and review your shots, or join casual editing sessions in the photo lounge. There’s plenty beyond the big sightings too—enjoy peaceful sundowners, stunning Mara sunsets, and the soft light of twilight that photographers love. One night, you can also head up to the sky deck for a guided astro photography session under the stars. It’s six full days of immersion—into wildlife, nature, and your craft.
Day 7: Departure
After a final breakfast, it’s time to pack up and begin your journey back to Nairobi returning with memory cards full of stories.
- 6 nights stay at Ilora Retreats with all meals
- Private photographic safaris in a customized vehicle (max 3 guests per vehicle)
- Silver-rated naturalist guide
- Bean bags and supports provided in vehicle
- Use of Vista Lounge for editing and photo discussions
- Astro-photography session on the sky deck
- Bird walks around camp
- Return road transfer from Nairobi
- Hot Air Balloon Safari over the Masai Mara at $550 per person
- Optional internal flight (Nairobi – Mara – Nairobi)



