Day 1 - Travel to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO), Kenya

We depart on route to our initial destination in Kenya using whichever airport makes more sense for our trip. This is usually an overnight flight from the UK or from the USA.

From Europe:

Direct flights from major European hubs such as London, Frankfurt, Amsterdam, and Paris typically take 8 to 9 hours to reach Nairobi. Several airlines offer overnight flights, allowing you to rest and arrive ready to begin your adventure.

From North America:

Flights from the East Coast (e.g., New York or Washington, D.C.) to Nairobi usually involve a short layover in Europe or the Middle East, with total travel time averaging 13 to 18 hours. From the West Coast (e.g., Los Angeles or San Francisco), expect a journey of around 21 hours, depending on connections.

Day 2: Arrival in Kenya and Hotel Transfer

We’ll be met at Nairobi Airport by our friendly drivers and transferred directly to our hotel in Nairobi. This is a time for rest and preparation so we’ll settle in and rest, ready for a full introduction to our journey the next morning.

Accommodation: Hotel in Nairobi, single rooms

Day 3: Transfer to the Maasai Mara North Conservancy

We start the day with an early breakfast, meet the other participants and receive and a briefing from the Focused On Wildlife guide about the exciting journey ahead. Then we prepare for a short 15-minute transfer to Wilson Airport, where we board our chartered flight to the Maasai Mara North Conservancy. The direct flight takes just under an hour, delivering us straight into the heart of the wilderness.

Upon arrival at camp, we’re welcomed with a short introduction, followed by lunch and a bit of time to rest. In the afternoon, we head out for our first game drive, soaking in the golden light as the sun begins to set. As dusk gives way to night, we return to camp under the stars—just in time to freshen up, enjoy drinks, and gather for a well-earned dinner.

Accommodation: Luxury Lodge in Mara North, single room

Days 4-10: Safari, Photography, Adventure

Over the next seven days, we begin early everyday — setting out before sunrise to catch the magical transition from darkness to dawn. Our goal is to find compelling subjects to photograph in the soft, golden morning light.

Once we’ve made the most of the early light, we pause for a picnic-style bush breakfast, taking in the sights and sounds of the wilderness. Back at camp, there’s time to relax, freshen up, enjoy a leisurely lunch, and perhaps sip a refreshing drink. Later, we head out again for a late afternoon game drive, capturing the landscape and wildlife as the day fades into evening—returning to camp after sunset for a hearty dinner and drinks under the stars.

During any downtime, or when we arrange to, we will engage in collaborative group image reviews and editing presentations to help sharpen your skills both in photography and post-production..

Accommodation: Luxury Lodge in Mara North, single room

Day 11: Final Morning and Departure

On our final morning in the Mara, we’ll head out for one last game drive—once again making the most of the early light and any final photographic opportunities. Around midday, we’ll board our private chartered flight back to Nairobi for your onward flight home.

Day 12: Arrive home

After an overnight journey, we’ll arrive home—carrying with us the vivid memories of the magical Mara. The sights, sounds, and moments shared will remain etched in our minds, lasting long after the dust has settled and serving as a lasting reminder of an unforgettable adventure.