Namibian Photographic Experience
WILDS OF NAMIBIA PHOTO TOUR 2027
The true gem of Namibia is the wilds of the North, where desert-adapted lions and elephants move like ghosts across scorched earth, a rare and haunting sight few photographers ever witness. This is a land of staggering beauty and quiet resilience, where survival feels cinematic. Far from the commercial safari routes, we journey deep into the wild north through the dramatic landscapes of Damaraland and beyond, tracking wildlife shaped by wind, heat, and time.
By day, we’ll track iconic desert species through striking, cinematic landscapes. By night, we’ll shift focus to photographing under starlit skies, crafting images that blur the line between documentation and art. Woven into this raw terrain are the Himba people, whose rich traditions and visual presence create extraordinary portrait opportunities, approached with intention and respect.
On our way to the north, we will also explore Etosha National Park. Its vast salt pan and stark white terrain create an otherworldly backdrop, drawing large concentrations of wildlife to its scattered waterholes. Among the highlights are the iconic ghost elephants, their pale bodies dusted white by the mineral-rich earth, moving silently across the glowing expanse like apparitions.
For those who wish to begin their journey with something truly surreal, a pre-extension to Sossusvlei is available. Here, in the heart of the Namib Desert, towering red dunes rise above ancient pans and dead camelthorn trees, sculpted by centuries of wind and time. It is a minimalist masterpiece in light and form, offering an extraordinary opportunity for landscape photography in one of the most visually arresting environments on earth.
Important Details
The Price (Main Safari)
The price of this unique safari to Northern Namibia is $18,495.00, based on double occupancy (two people sharing one room).
A private room is available in all locations except the last. All guests will be sharing a room for the two nights at the last location. A single supplement is $2,995.00 if available. Single accommodations are limited!!!!!
If a solo guest wishes to share a room, we will do our best to match them with another guest of the same gender. If we cannot match a solo guest with another guest of the same gender, then the single supplement of USD$2,995.00 will be charged.
***The cost of this safari is based on a minimum of 8 participants. Due to the shared cost, if there are fewer than 8 participants, a supplement fee of $1,295.00 will apply. The expedition needs a minimum of 5 clients to operate.
A USD $6,000.00 Non-refundable deposit is due at the time of registration to secure your spot. We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance that will refund your deposit if you must cancel your trip for any reason.
USD $6,000.00 non-refundable deposit to confirm your place on this safari
2nd payment of USD $8,000.00 is due May 15, 2026
Final payment/Balance is due Jan 20, 2027
******We highly urge you to protect your investment with proper trip cancellation insurance because life is unpredictable, and you never know what surprises it may have in store that might alter your plans.
********Guest MUST be in good physical condition, able to carry their own camera equipment and personal item, and must be able to comprehend all instructions.
Included:
Accommodations on days 1 – 11
Dayroom on day 12
All meals from dinner on day 1 – breakfast on day 12
All drinks and laundry May 24 – 28
1 Private charters
Airport transfers on arrival/departure dates
Entrance fees, park fees, and village fees
Transportation in deluxe custom safari built, 4-wheel drive Landcruiser vehicles with air-conditioning.
Evacuation insurance to a Windhoek hospital – cost of hospitalization payable direct
Bottled drinking water in transport vehicles
2 professional photographic guides and 1 professional local guide
What’s Not Included:
Visas
Travel and Medical Insurance
Personal purchases (such as curious, spirit liquors, snacks, telephone calls, internet, laundry…)
Gratuities for guides, camp and lodge staff
Activities not stated in the itinerary
Pre- and post-safari tours
Meals or accommodation before or after the expedition
International flights to and from Namibia
The Price (Pre-Extension)
The price of this extension based on double occupancy –
5 people – $2,995.00
4 people – $3,495.00
3 people – $3,995.00
A private room is available. The supplement is $495.00
If a solo guest wishes to share a room, we will do our best to match them with another guest of the same gender. If we cannot match a solo guest with another guest of the same gender, then the single supplement of USD$495.00 will be charged.
A USD $1,500.00 Non-refundable deposit is due at the time of registration to secure your spot. We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance that will refund your deposit if you must cancel your trip for any reason.
USD $1,500.00 non-refundable deposit to confirm your place on this safari
Final payment/Balance is due Jan 20, 2027
******We highly urge you to protect your investment with proper trip cancellation insurance because life is unpredictable, and you never know what surprises it may have in store that might alter your plans.
********Guest MUST be in good physical condition, able to carry their own camera equipment and personal item and must be able to comprehend all instructions.
Included:
Accommodations on days -01 – 1
All meals from dinner on day 01 – breakfast on day 1
Airport transfers on arrival/departure dates
Entrance fees
Transportation in deluxe custom safari-built, 4-wheel drive Land Cruiser vehicles with air-conditioning.
Evacuation insurance to a Windhoek hospital – cost of hospitalization payable direct
Bottled drinking water in transport vehicles
1 professional photographic guides and 1 professional local guide
What’s Not Included:
Visas
Travel and Medical Insurance
Personal purchases (such as curious, spirit liquors, snacks, telephone calls, internet, laundry…)
Gratuities for guides, camp and lodge staff
Activities not stated in the itinerary
Pre- and post-safari tours
Meals or accommodation before or after the expedition
International flights to and from Namibia
To learn more or to book your place, please press the button below to be guided through to Mackay Africa’s information and booking page.