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Kalahari Experience

Immerse yourself in the extraordinary beauty of the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, a natural wonder hidden in the heart of South Africa, harmoniously nestled between the wilds of Botswana and Namibia. 

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Kalahari Experience

Days

From 10/30 to 11/09 2025

Max participants

6 participants

Price

 390,00

€ 2490,00
2390,00€

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Destination

This park, known for its pristine and spectacular ecosystem, is one of the largest and most exceptional protected areas in the world. Nature here expresses itself with powerful majesty, offering an unrepeatable stage for photography.

The rare and fascinating opportunity to capture the Kalahari Lion, with its imposing black mane, awaits you in an experience that blends the adventure of exploration with the thrill of a close encounter with wildlife.

Each stop on our journey has been carefully selected for its exceptional photographic opportunities, offering you the chance to capture flora and fauna in settings of unparalleled beauty.

Get ready for a photographic experience that will enrich your portfolio and leave you with unforgettable memories, precious teachings and a deep connection with nature.

Dates and participants

Duration

9 days

Dates

From 10/30 to 11/09 2025

Number of participants

6 participants

Activity details

Overnight stay and meals

7 nights in equipped Jeep Tent

breakfast, lunch, dinner, aperitif

Photographic activities

Difficulty

🟡 Medium

Preparation and equipment

The tour does not involve physically demanding activities, but requires adaptability and collaboration in daily activities.

Modality

Safari

Costs and Tour leader

Tour leader

Michele Bavassano

Sharon Vanadia

Jonathan Giovannini

Starting from

€ 2490,00
2390,00€

Payment

€390 deposit upon registration and balance 90 days before departure

Details of the tour

Join us to explore the wild heart of the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, an enchanting semi-desert corner where nature shows its strength through extreme climatic conditions.

Traveling along its dusty roads, you will be immersed in an extraordinary landscape, dominated by the imposing Kalahari dunes that shine an intense fiery red under the sun. Every road and every corner of the park is an invitation to explore and capture unique moments through your camera.

The Kgalagadi is not just a place to visit, but a real experience that goes beyond photography.

Here, wild and untouched nature reveals itself in its most authentic beauty, allowing you to take photos that tell stories, that capture emotions, that are windows onto a world waiting to be discovered.

In the heart of the Kgalagadi, you will find a perfect habitat for a wide variety of life!

Here, the Kalahari lion, known for its distinctive black mane, reigns supreme. This magnificent predator is the living symbol of the park and represents the wild and untamed spirit of this area.

Alongside the Kalahari lion, the park is home to a number of other fascinating carnivores, including: cheetahs, leopards, caracals, servals, jackals, brown hyenas, spotted hyenas…

In addition, the park is home to an exceptional variety of species, including: aardvark, otocyones, giraffes, genets, meerkats, honey badgers, squirrels, zebras, wildebeests, porcupines, wild cats, gemsbok, springbok, eland, red hartebeest…

Each species within the park contributes to making this ecosystem unique.

Among the more than 300 species of birds: martial eagle, serpent eagle, red-necked hawk, black-winged kite, bateleur falcon, Nubian vulture, lunar falcon, pygmy falcon, red-footed falcon, serpent eagle, white-faced scops owl, Verreaux's eagle owl, Kori bustard, white-winged bustard, spotted eagle owl, tawny eagle and many more.

It will be a 360° expedition! The entire tour will take place on board 4×4 Jeeps specially equipped with refrigerators, gas stoves, pots and roof tents (2 double tents per vehicle), allowing us to move the camp with us at each stage.

This journey will require total immersion in the experience: each participant will be an active part of the team, collaborating in daily activities, such as cooking, setting up camp and preparing tents for the night.

It is precisely this spirit of sharing and adventure that makes the journey unique, different from any other experience. A true expedition, where every photograph will tell a story and will have an unforgettable flavor.

Detailed plan

Find out how the days will unfold and what activities make up the tour

Departure

Scheduled flight from your reference airport to the aOR Tambo International Airport Johannesburg

Meals and overnight stay on board

Day 1 - Kgalagadi ( 1 safari )

Domestic flight Johannesburg Upington, welcome by the guides and transfer by 4×4 jeeps inside the Kgalagadi.

Based on arrival time, first safari.

Accommodation in the camp, aperitif and dinner.

(Overnight stay in double tent)

** (Camp with hot water and services).

Day 2 - Kgalagadi ( 2 safaris )

Breakfast and 2 safari sessions (morning and afternoon), to discover the southern part of the park. 

This area is particularly famous for the presence of lions, leopards, cheetahs and various varieties of herbivores.

  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner included

(Overnight stay in double tent)

** (Camp with hot water and services).

Day 3/4 - Kgalagadi ( 4 safaris )

During the morning safari, we will move towards Mata Mata camp.

2 safari sessions (morning and afternoon), to discover the north-western part of the park.

We will focus our photographic activities on the search for felines, herbivores and birds of prey.

Mata Mata is by far the best area in the Kgalagadi to photograph cheetahs.

  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner included

(Overnight stay in double tent)

** (Camp with hot water and services)

Day 5/6 - Kgalagadi ( 4 safaris )

During the morning safari, we will move to the new Nossob camp. 2 safari sessions (morning and afternoon), to discover the Eastern part of the park.

This area is by far the richest in dunes, leopards, and black-maned lions.

  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner included

(Overnight stay in double tent)

** (Camp with hot water and facilities.)

Day 7 - Kgalagadi ( 2 safaris )

During the morning safari, we will move to the Two Rivers camp, where we will spend the last night in the park. 2 safari sessions (morning and afternoon), to discover the North-East and South part of the park.

  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner included

(Overnight stay in double tent)

** (Camp with hot water and services).

Day 8 - Kgalagadi Johannesburg ( 1 safari )

Last safari of the morning, and transfer to Upington airport for the flight to Johannesburg.

In the evening, boarding for the return journey. Meals and overnight stay on board. 

Day 9 - Return

Arrival at your reference airport

Tour leader. Find out who will accompany you on the tour

Michele Bavassano

Michele is a professional photographer and videomaker specializing in nature photography. Driven by a passion for wild nature, he has explored some of the most remote places on the planet, from the Amazon forests to the Himalayan peaks. His images capture the essence of extraordinary environments, telling stories of deep connection with nature. Author of the book *Wild Beauty. Dove l'uomo non c'è*, published by Mondadori Electa, celebrates ten years of adventures between photography and narration. Thanks to collaborations with Nikon Europa and brands such as Discovery, BBC and ENEL, his work is published in international magazines, conquering a global audience.

Sharon Vanadia

Born in Rome in 1994, she showed a strong sensitivity towards nature from a young age. Graduated in Biological Sciences and specialized in Biodiversity and Ecosystem Management, she became a professional photographer. He leads nature workshops and tours around the world, combining his passion for biology with nature photography. With years of experience in the field, she is followed internationally for her work and dedication to nature conservation.

Jonathan Giovannini

Graduated in computer engineering but his true passion has always been the mountains and photography. Over the years, his interest in exploring nature and capturing its beauty has transformed into a necessity. Always searching for the perfect moment, he strives to capture the magic of sunsets, wildlife encounters and the essence of the natural environment. He works as a professional photographer specializing in landscape and nature photography.

What's included

all Kgalagadi airport transfers return;
7 nights in Kgalagadi (double tent on jeep);
gas;
14 photographic safari activities;
park entrance fee;
2 equipped 4x4 vehicles (full equipment);
park entrance fee for 2 vehicles;
all meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner);
all alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages:
Support from two professional photographers
Support in Italian language
English language support

What is not included

registration fee €50.00;
intercontinental flight;
domestic flight;
health insurance (recommended);
tips and personal extras.

Frequent questions

Signing up will be very simple!

Simply follow the booking procedure by clicking on "Book Now". Once you have entered your personal data, you will only be asked to pay a deposit, not the full price. At the end of the operation the registration will be confirmed. You will then receive a confirmation email once the procedure is completed. The balance will then be requested according to the terms reported at the top of the page, usually 60 days before departure

To best capture the details and essence of these fascinating animals, we recommend using reflex, mirrorless or bridge cameras, equipped with lenses between 200mm and 600mm. This range of focal lengths will allow you to obtain sharp images with correct proportions! We will mainly shoot from our jeep which we will use as a stable support to take still images. No tripod is necessary, rather we recommend using a Bean Bag (you can request more information from the organizers) During this trip you will have an expert professional photographer at your disposal who will assist you in optimizing the use of your photographic equipment. Our photographer will be there to offer you personalized advice and help you make the most of the potential of your camera and lenses. You will have the opportunity to learn advanced composition techniques, light control, camera settings and more.

During this period, the temperature range is significant. We recommend dressing in layers to stay warm on cool mornings, with temperatures that can even reach around 5-8°C. During the day, temperatures will be quite warm, even reaching 30°C.

No technical clothing is necessary; light shirts, trousers and a heavy jacket for any drops in temperature are ideal.

More details will be provided after registration.

To reach the final destination, you will need to take a flight to Johannesburg (JNB), followed by a domestic flight to Upigton Airport, from where our tour leaders will pick you up and our photography experience will begin. The domestic flight will be the same for all participants in the group and will be communicated after registration.

By booking by paying the deposit to the organizers you accept the following clauses:

1. Since this is a pre-registration, the organizer will endeavor to promptly communicate any possible change in the price of the tour, characterized by cost fluctuations. An annual price fluctuation of around 5% is highly likely if booking is made more than one year in advance. in relation to potential changes in prices of ground services (for example changes influenced by fluctuating costs of electricity, fuel and more).
2.⁠ ⁠The price of the entire workshop will be paid via the payment methods offered by the organizer, such as bank transfer, PayPal, credit card or cash according to the procedures and deadlines established by the organizers, taking charge of the transaction costs.
3.⁠ ⁠⁠In the event that the tour does not take place due to the organiser, the entire amount paid will be refunded.
4.⁠ ⁠In case of cancellation for personal reasons of any kind and in any case not dependent on the organizer, the deposit and any other registration fees will be retained as a reimbursement of expenses.
5. In case of cancellation for personal reasons within 60 days of departure, the entire balance of the tour will be required.

By registering, paying the deposit and sending your personal data you again accept clauses 1,2,3,4,5.

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Kalahari Experience

€ 2490,00
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