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Alison Mees Photographic Safari - October 2026

Join Alison Mees for her photographic safari in October 2026, set in Kenya’s acclaimed wildlife conservancies. These immersive safaris offer hands-on guidance to help you elevate your photography, capture remarkable wildlife moments, and deepen your connection to the natural world.

These guided wildlife photography safaris are designed especially for photographers at all levels, staying in Kenya’s finest wildlife areas, including Selenkay Conservancy &  Amboseli,  & the Maasai Mara Conservancies & Mara Reserve, and escorted by well-known wildlife photographer Alison Mees.

These  Safaris offer a great opportunity to view and photograph Africa’s iconic animals – including Elephants, Rhinos, Lions, Cheetahs, Leopards and Giraffes – and have been designed especially for photographers or people who just enjoy taking photographs and would like to improve their techniques.

Alison Mees - Wildlife Photographer
Alison Mees is a wildlife conservationist, qualified guide and award winning photographer, who gained the ARPS (Associate of the Royal Photographic Society) in 2021. Alison was born in the UK, and from an early age had a passion for wildlife and photography.
Before the pandemic Alison was living and working in Africa for over 17 years, she started in South Luangwa, Zambia then moved to East Africa – Kenya & Tanzania, where she was managing tented safari camps with her husband Tom.
Alison has been actively involved with cheetah conservation, supporting researchers with valuable data & photographs.  She has also been involved with local community projects over the years, supporting communities and school projects.  Currently she is working with PadMad & Gamewatchers Safaris to support girls continue their education with supplying re usable sanitary pads. 
Since the pandemic Alison leads small safari groups to Kenya, where she shares her knowledge and passion for the wildlife, conservation and photography that she knows so well.
Join Alison on one of her memorable safaris at Porini Camps.

Karen & Erenn

USA

Thank you for an incredible trip! The trip was miles over our expectations.  We learned so much about the wildlife , Kenya, and how to take a non-blob picture.  I could see improvement in my pictures over the course of our Safari, even using a point and shot camera

October 2026

Elephant - photo credit Alison Mees
A Warm Welcome in Nairobi

Begin your journey with a friendly welcome at Nairobi International Airport, where a Gamewatchers Safaris representative greets you and transfers you to The Eka Hotel for a restful first night.

Guided Photographic Exploration

Embark on a specialised photographic safari with expert guidance from Alison Mees, featuring game drives, guided walks, scenic picnics, and night outings designed to capture wildlife in a range of natural settings.

All-Inclusive Small-Group Experience

Travel in a small group with open-sided 4×4 vehicles, guaranteed window seats, off-road access, scheduled flights, and eco-camp stays—all seamlessly coordinated under Alison’s expert guidance.

Amboseli’s Iconic Wildlife

Explore Selenkay Conservancy, a quiet wilderness north of Amboseli known for its thriving elephant populations, open savannahs, and breath-taking views of Mount Kilimanjaro.

Combined Mara Conservancies Experience

Exploring both the 20,000 acre Ripoi Conservancy and neighbouring 18,700 acre Ol Kinyei Conservancy—alongside access to the Maasai Mara National Reserve—offers exceptional wildlife diversity and uninterrupted viewing. The seamless movement between these protected areas provides outstanding opportunities for photography, big-cat encounters, and immersive, crowd-free safari experiences.

Price Includes
  • Accommodation and board basis as described.
  • Meet and greet on arrival in Nairobi.
  • All internal flights & transfers.
  • Exclusive 4×4 safari vehicle.
  • One visit to a Maasai village.
  • Optional walking safari or night drive.
  • Park and Conservancy fees..
  • AMREF Flying Doctors medical evacuation cover
Price Excludes
  • Tips & gratuities
  • Visa
  • International Flights
  • Travel Insurance
  • Any personal items or anything not mentioned in the itinerary
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LENGTH

10 Days

SAFARI DATES

5 Oct – 14 Oct 2026

PRICE

US $6,650

LENGTH

10 DAYS

DATES

5 Oct – 14 Oct 2026

PRICE

US $6,650

Itinerary in Detail

DAY BY DAY

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Tour Experiences

Day 1 - Nairobi

Met on arrival at Nairobi International Airport by a Gamewatchers Safaris Representative, who will welcome you to Kenya and transfer you to The Eka Hotel, where Alison will be waiting to greet you and to share the plan for your safari.

Overnight at The Eka Hotel.

Days 2/3/4 - Selenkay, Amboseli

Fly from Wilson Airport in Nairobi for a short morning flight to Selenkay/Amboseli. Upon arrival at the airstrip, you will be met and transferred to the nearby Porini Amboseli Camp, with an exciting game drive en route. You will arrive in time for check-in and lunch.

During your stay at the Porini Amboseli Camp you will get some tips & guidance from Alison on photography. You will wake up at dawn for an early game drive in the conservancy, returning to camp for a late breakfast, or some days enjoying close photography of the wildlife, you also have the option of taking escorted nature walks in the conservancy, picnics and night game drives as you head back to camp offer a chance to see the nocturnal animals.

3 nights at Porini Amboseli Camp.

Days 5/6 - Ripoi Conservancy, Masai Mara

Check out after breakfast and transfer to the airstrip for the  flight back to Nairobi, where you will then connect to the flight to Olseki Airstrip in the Maasai Mara.  Porini Giraffe Camp staff will meet you at the airstrip and transfer you to camp for 4 nights (fully inclusive of meals, beer, wine, soft drinks, mineral water, gin & tonics, day and night game drives, guided walks, sundowners and park fees) .

Game drives and walks will be taken in the Mara Ripoi Conservancy to photograph the wildlife with Alison. Night game drives will also be taken.

Days 7/8/9 - Ol Kinyei Conservancy, Masai Mara

Today safari transfer to Ol Kinyei Conservancy and  Porini Mara Camp for 3 nights (fully inclusive of meals, beer, wine, soft drinks, mineral water, gin & tonics, day and night game drives, guided walks, sundowners and park fees).

Game drives and walks will be taken in the Ol Kinyei Conservancy and Masai Mara National Reserve to photograph the wildlife with Alison. Night game drives will also be taken.

*Optional Balloon Safari for a chance to take some stunning aerial shots of the Mara Eco-system.

Day 10 - Nairobi

Final early morning game drive followed by breakfast at Porini Mara Camp and then transfer to the airstrip to fly back on the 11h00 flight to Wilson Airport in Nairobi, arriving at around 12h20. Met on arrival and transfer to the international Airport or Nairobi Hotel, depending on your onward connection.
**End of Tour**

 

(please note that hotel accommodation is not included but can be arranged for an additional fee).

You may choose to add extra nights at any of the Porini Camps. Alternatively, consider extending your stay by flying to the Kenya Coast or the  Island of Zanzibar, where you can unwind on the pristine white beaches of the Indian Ocean.

Tour Experiences

Day 1 - Nairobi

Met on arrival at Nairobi International Airport by a Gamewatchers Safaris Representative, who will welcome you to Kenya and transfer you to The Eka Hotel, where Alison will be waiting to greet you and to share the plan for your safari.

Overnight at The Eka Hotel.

Days 2/3/4 - Selenkay, Amboseli

Fly from Wilson Airport in Nairobi for a short morning flight to Selenkay/Amboseli. Upon arrival at the airstrip, you will be met and transferred to the nearby Porini Amboseli Camp, with an exciting game drive en route. You will arrive in time for check-in and lunch.

During your stay at the Porini Amboseli Camp you will get some tips & guidance from Alison on photography. You will wake up at dawn for an early game drive in the conservancy, returning to camp for a late breakfast, or some days enjoying close photography of the wildlife, you also have the option of taking escorted nature walks in the conservancy, picnics and night game drives as you head back to camp offer a chance to see the nocturnal animals.

3 nights at Porini Amboseli Camp.

Days 5/6 - Ripoi Conservancy, Masai Mara

Check out after breakfast and transfer to the airstrip for the  flight back to Nairobi, where you will then connect to the flight to Olseki Airstrip in the Maasai Mara.  Porini Giraffe Camp staff will meet you at the airstrip and transfer you to camp for 4 nights (fully inclusive of meals, beer, wine, soft drinks, mineral water, gin & tonics, day and night game drives, guided walks, sundowners and park fees) .

Game drives and walks will be taken in the Mara Ripoi Conservancy to photograph the wildlife with Alison. Night game drives will also be taken.

Days 7/8/9 - Ol Kinyei Conservancy, Masai Mara

Today safari transfer to Ol Kinyei Conservancy and  Porini Mara Camp for 3 nights (fully inclusive of meals, beer, wine, soft drinks, mineral water, gin & tonics, day and night game drives, guided walks, sundowners and park fees).

Game drives and walks will be taken in the Ol Kinyei Conservancy and Masai Mara National Reserve to photograph the wildlife with Alison. Night game drives will also be taken.

*Optional Balloon Safari for a chance to take some stunning aerial shots of the Mara Eco-system.

Day 10 - Nairobi

Final early morning game drive followed by breakfast at Porini Mara Camp and then transfer to the airstrip to fly back on the 11h00 flight to Wilson Airport in Nairobi, arriving at around 12h20. Met on arrival and transfer to the international Airport or Nairobi Hotel, depending on your onward connection.
**End of Tour**

 

(please note that hotel accommodation is not included but can be arranged for an additional fee).

You may choose to add extra nights at any of the Porini Camps. Alternatively, consider extending your stay by flying to the Kenya Coast or the  Island of Zanzibar, where you can unwind on the pristine white beaches of the Indian Ocean.

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