The 15 Best Photo Safaris

1.Off the Beaten Path Ketchikan Photo Safari – 3 hr.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 901 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $134Our pick

Spend three hours exploring Ketchikan with guides such as Angela, Tori, Gatlin, and Brock. You will photograph Creek Street, salmon runs, totems, docks, wildlife, and wide harbor views while learning useful techniques for an iPhone, point-and-shoot, or DSLR.

“Great tips to get great pictures and a phenomenal amount of information about Ketchikan. Angels was fabulous. One of my favorite Alaskan excursions”

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2.Aigues Mortes: Jeep Photo Safari in Camargue

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 100 reviews · 3h 30m · from $70

Set out from free parking near Aigues-Mortes for a 3.5-hour Camargue safari in a small 4x4 group of up to eight. French-speaking guides such as Carlos and Gilles explain local wildlife, traditions, horses, bulls, birds, and flamingos, with photo stops along the way.

“belle balade de la camargue gardoise avec un passionné. merci nous avons vraiment apprecié et nos grands enfants également.”

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3.Sunset Photo Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 53 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $195

Join a professional photographer in a group of up to 10 for an evening around Anchorage. You’ll photograph birds at Potter Marsh, float planes at Lake Hood, mountain views from Glen Alps, and sunset scenery with hands-on help from guides such as Ben, Colin, and Tyler.

“This was such an amazing experience for us. Tyler knew so much about Anchorage and Alaska as a whole. We were able to see some amazing views and a Beluga whale. Best photography lesson since college.”

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4.Private Wild Horse Photo Safari from Tooele

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 52 reviews · 5 hours (approx.)

Join Jennifer Rogers for a private, five-hour photo safari from Tooele to Utah’s Onaqui wild horse range. Ride in an air-conditioned 4x4, learn how to photograph mustangs and their family groups, and receive digital images after the tour. Bring your own camera.

“Amazing day watching and photographing these wild horses. We had a wonderful experience with Jen. She has an in-depth knowledge of these horses, their personalities and daily habits (and her photography skills are awesome as well). She loves the horses like her own. We were positioned to not only get some great photos but watched their interactions with each other from a safe distance. Cannot recommend it enough. The horses are beautiful and Jen’s personality and friendliness was icing on the cake! Would definitely do it again.”

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5.Juneau: Rainforest Photo Safari on a Segway

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 11 reviews · 3 hours · from $164

Meet near the Mt Roberts Tramway for a 3-hour small-group outing with an English-speaking guide. After training, ride along the coast, photograph Mendenhall Glacier and Lynn Canal, walk to a quiet beach, and learn about Tongass National Forest. Ponchos, water, helmets, and a local snack are included.

“The first time I have ever driven a Segway and the guides made sure we all learned and were safe. I enjoyed every aspect of the experience. Including the beautiful locations where we stopped and hiked. Cheers to the guides!!!!!”

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6.Aigues Mortes: 4×4 photo safari in the Camargue

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 11 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $77

Ride a small-group 4x4 from Aigues-Mortes through the Petite Camargue, looking for free-roaming horses, bulls, flamingos, and local birds. Guides such as Gilles, Lea, Carlos, and Karine explain Camargue traditions, flora, and ranch life, with photo stops and sometimes a local rosé tasting.

“Really worth a visit. A spectacular walled town with lots of history and many festivals throughout the year. A great stopping point if you are touring the Camargue, Nimes, Arles etc. Recommend staying in Hotel Medival on the canal. Great location and an easy stroll to the town.”

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7.Everglades National Park: Private 2.5-Hour Photo Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 9 reviews

Take a private 2.5-hour photo safari in Everglades National Park for up to two people. A USCG naturalist guide pilots a quiet power boat toward bird roosts, flooded areas, and wildlife habitat that larger boats cannot reach. Bring a tripod, water, sun protection, and patience.

“Friendly, knowledgeable guide who knew how to put photographer in good positions to get great images!”

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8.Addo Elephant Park multi-day Photo Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $517

Spend three days with guide Tobz exploring East London, the Steve Biko Centre, Addo Elephant National Park, and Sundays River Mouth. The small group is capped at 13, with two nights near Addo and a traditional South African braai included. Activity equipment costs extra.

“Tobz was a phenomenal guide and I enjoyed every moment of this trip with him. He is very enthusiastic and it’s obvious that he loves his job. He was very informative and provided an educational but also fun and entertaining trip. Amazing experience and would definitely recommend to everyone.”

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9.Ketchikan Photo Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 3 hours · from $135

Spend three hours photographing Ketchikan with an English-speaking guide who teaches composition, light, depth, and phone camera settings. Visit Creek Street, Ketchikan Creek, the library, harbor, and Potlatch Park, with coffee, a cookie, and pickup from either cruise dock.

“Wunderbare Tour mit einigen Erklärungen zur Stadt und Fotohinweise.. Beste Empfehlung !!”

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10.10 Day Wildlife Photographic Safari – Kruger National Park – B1 Photo Safaris

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews

Join Bernhard and Hennie Bekker for a private 10-day photographic safari in Kruger National Park. Two guides help with animal spotting, behavior, driving, and camera settings while you move between three or four camps in comfortable air-conditioned bungalows.

“We went on a 10 day Photographic Safari to Kruger National Park with Bernhard and Hennie of B1 Photo Safaris, who went above and beyond to make this a memorable experience. Their knowledge of the Park, animals and their behaviour and photography ensured that wRead more”

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11.Private Tour: Majestic Mountains PHOTO SAFARI Drive – 4H

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Spend four private hours photographing Kananaskis Country with a certified local guide. You’ll search for wildlife, stop at scenic viewpoints, walk short nature routes, and receive help with timing and photo locations. Pickup is offered from Banff’s Cave and Basin Parking Lot.

“Great guide with lots of dad jokes as promised. Great communication as the weather wasn’t cooperating but we made it work. Saw some beautiful views and some elk. Learned some history of the area too. Loved having a private tour and Jacob took some great photos for us!”

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12.Florence Photo Safari Walking Tours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $34Best value

Join a small-group photo walk from Santa Croce through San Niccolò, Piazzale Michelangelo, San Miniato, Arcetri, and Via di San Leonardo. Bring a phone, Polaroid, or camera for city views, Tuscan hills, gardens, old fortifications, and quieter corners of Florence.

“I cannot recommend this tour enough! The two-hour walk through the Tuscan hills was filled with awe-inspiring views and opportunities to capture stunning photographs. Our guide struck the perfect balance between informative commentRead more”

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13.Puerto Vallarta: Whale Watching Photo Safari

★★★★★★★★★★3.3 · 3 reviews · 3 hours · from $89

Join an English- or Spanish-speaking guide for a 3-hour inflatable-boat search for humpback whales in Banderas Bay. You’ll hear whale sounds through a hydrophone, learn about their seasonal migration, and have a strong chance to photograph whales, though sightings are never guaranteed.

“Perfect. We’ve seen at least 26 whales. Thank you”

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14.Anchorage: Sunset Photo Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 4 hours · from $200

Join Alaska Photo Treks for a four-hour sunset photo safari from Anchorage. A local photographer helps you work with a phone or advanced camera while the flexible route follows the best light around Cook Inlet, Turnagain Arm, and Chugach State Park.

“Thank you for letting us know you enjoyed the tour!”

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15.Private Athens Photo Safari Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $222

Start near Syntagma Square or arrange pickup from a nearby hotel for a four-hour private photo walk. A professional photographer, possibly Spiros, helps you frame Athens with a camera or phone, finds less obvious city views, and reviews your images over coffee.

“Our guide Spiros was really great. Our 21 year old daughter loves photography and Spiros is both a very talented photographer and a natural teacher. Add in his great personality and obvious love for Athens and it was a great afternoon.”

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