This isn't a tour. It's the shot you'll never forget.
Expert-guided photography safaris with extended game drives, hide sessions, and optimal lighting schedules.
Sound familiar?
Questions every photography traveler asks
You’re not alone. These are the exact concerns we hear before every trip.
How many people per vehicle?
Is there room for my gear?
Is this built for serious photographers?
Can I stay longer at sightings?
Do guides understand photography?
We answer every one of these below with real details, not marketing fluff.
Why EXG Safaris
Built specifically for photography safaris
We plan for real people, real pacing, and real comfort. Here’s what that looks like in practice.
Private pop-top vehicles with beanbag mounts and charging ports
Photography-specialist guides trained in animal behaviour
Extended dawn and dusk drives aligned with golden-hour light
Maximum 3 photographers per vehicle for unobstructed shooting angles
What's included
What makes this experience different
Every detail is planned end‑to‑end. These are the inclusions photography safaris travelers ask about most.
Photo-Ready Vehicles
Pop-top Land Cruisers with beanbag mounts, USB charging ports, and dust-sealed camera compartments.
Photography Guides
Guides trained in animal behaviour, approach angles, and positioning for optimal light and composition.
Extended Golden Hour
Dawn departures and dusk drives timed to maximize shooting in the best natural light.
Max 3 Per Vehicle
No more than 3 photographers per vehicle, everyone gets a window and unobstructed angles.
Hide Sessions
Waterhole hides and dedicated blinds for close-up wildlife photography at eye level.
Post-Processing Space
Lodges with dedicated workstations, reliable power, and optional critique sessions with your guide.
Sample Itinerary
A 10-day photography safari
Every trip is customized. This is one example of how your journey could unfold.
Arrival
ArushaArrive Kilimanjaro, transfer to Gran Meliá. Rest & gear check.
Arusha & Prep
ArushaLight scouting, wildlife centers for practice shots.
Tarangire — Elephants
TarangireTransfer to Tarangire. Golden hour shoot with elephants & baobabs.
Tarangire Full Day
TarangireDawn-to-dusk shooting. Long stays at sightings.
Lake Manyara
Lake ManyaraForest photography, birdlife, flamingos, tree-climbing lions.
Ngorongoro Crater
NgorongoroCrater descent for Big Five. Dramatic landscapes.
Serengeti Day 1
SerengetiFirst full Serengeti day. Predators, herds, endless plains.
Serengeti Day 2
SerengetiDeep Serengeti. River crossings (seasonal), big cats.
Serengeti Day 3
SerengetiFinal shooting day. Sundowner with portfolio-worthy light.
Departure
ArushaMorning shoot if time allows, fly to Arusha, depart.
Reviews
What Our Travelers Say
Genuine reviews from our guests
TerryHW1
July 2026
The company is comprised of delightful and warm individuals! Each person we met was helpful and informative. Our luxury safari during July was truly an amazing experience. Upon arrival, we were met with refreshments and more. At this time, we met our guide, Frank, for the first time; he was fabulous. His knowledge of the area, the animals, the vegetation, and the people was superior. The places we stayed were delightful and were filled with helpful staff and kind individuals. We were able to see the BIG 5!!! Frank was so happy to provide options and truly surpassed our expectations. I cannot wait to share this experience with others!
Read morePublished on Tripadvisorkimmhutch
May 2026
We experienced Tanzania as if we were explorers from National Geographic! EXG Safaris LLC greeted us from touch down to departure and took us in as family all in between our 15-day journey. Our 1st stop was to the Serval Wildlife Sanctuary where giraffes, zebras, turtles, and an albino lion roamed freely and we got to feed, pet, and have pictures made with them (didn't feed lion). Shout out to Wilfred who shepherded me through the terrain. Our personal safari guides, Hassan and Obert became our sons and brothers as they accommodated every wish we voiced (fresh avocados, ginger beer, sight-seeing stops). The knowledge we learned will not be lost. We'd only heard and dreamed of the Serengeti and Ngorongoro National Park, etc, but got to live, breathe, touch, smell and know/sense, hear/speak tongue of Mother Earth/the motherland. We acknowledged that we were surrounded by the first lands and first peoples of the planet. Every person we encountered met us with the hugest, most authentic smiles you could imagine, gleamed from the most gorgeous and diversified radiance. We got to see the Big 5!! Before coming, I didn't even know that that was a thing! The hostesses, Glory and Beatrice generously gifted us (wink-wink; I misplaced something, which they replaced) and shared so much info when they popped up at various and distant locations we encountered. They always were so graceful and pleasant to see. We now have additional daughters and sisters. We added a Serengeti Hot Air balloon experience and would highly recommend! Shout out to our pilot, Blake, our guardian Ezekiel. a very proud and ambitious young man, Eddie, from Serena Hotel (one of our bedding accommodations) who is a very engaging young man, prepped and assisted us both before and after landing. Did I mention the champagne and breakfast in the Serengeti after the landing? Whoa, it was surreal! We were so elegantly served by culturally donned masters of the universe!!! Shout out and many thanks to Frank, Phillip, Osmund, Shariq, all the other team members, and also to all the co-travelers! We made forever contacts (I hope)! Justin (CEO), you put together a fabulous team and excursion! Seeing the Big 5 in their habitat doing their shenanigans, and meeting, greeting, and talking to nomadic people (Maasi, Bushmen, Datoga, and Hadzabe) was humbling as we contemplated existence in far-away and dense terrains for millenia. This was a well thought out itinerary and a so much appreciated experience. Needed it!! Thank You All Very Much! Hakuna Matata!
Read morePublished on TripadvisorJames M
May 2026
What an amazing trip! Seeing all the animals, staying in exquisite accommodations, incredible food, and, of course, one of the best guides I've ever experienced. I would definitely recommend this trip to anyone!!
Read morePublished on TripadvisorTaistealAdventures
March 2026
This was a 10 Day Safari adventure into Tanzania. It included a variety of National parks, stays in phenomenal lodges, and game drives beyond expectations. Our guides, Fadhili and Hassani were fantastic! I will request them for future travelers. We enjoyed daily game drives after relaxing breakfasts at the lodges, then, picnic lunches out in the wild! Time to freshen up after the day before dinner, and then time to get some well needed sleep before the next day's adventure.
Read morePublished on TripadvisorSusan H
March 2026
Shared a once in a lifetime experience with the most wonderful safari partner, EXG Safaris. Everything was perfect from the wildlife sightings, our guide Pateick Paul beyond amazing (knowledgeable, patient and fun!) The hotel and tent hotel accommodations were beyond spectacular. It was a learning opportunity as a travel advisor and I look forward to sharing this experience with my clients as they are ready to book a once in a lifetime experience... highly recommend EXG.
Read morePublished on TripadvisorAngie V
November 2025
This has been THE BEST and MOST MEMORABLE trip I've ever been on. And I've traveled A LOT! From the extremely knowledgeable guides on the Safari, to the phenomenal resorts, to the absolutely incredible food, and the so welcoming staff....EXG Safari's has nailed it. That doesn't even include the best part....the animals on the Safari, without hesitation I would absolutely recommend EXG Safaris.
Read morePublished on TripadvisorBetsy Maurer
Luxury Travel Enthusiast
Patrick Allen
Professional Wildlife Photographer
Melissa Bolanis
Family Safari Coordinator
G'Anna Parkey
Adventure & Cultural Explorer
Tracy Busch
Luxury Safari Traveler
Gran Melia Gala Dinner
Safari Evening Experience
FAQ
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