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Private tour | Bespoke summer 2027 safari! Join instructor Xiaomei on July 11 in Kenya and Tanzania to experience wild Africa!
BEYOND THE FRAME / FIELD JOURNAL 01

Kenya, Tanzania

Private tour | Bespoke summer 2027 safari! Join instructor Xiaomei on July 11 in Kenya and Tanzania to experience wild Africa!

A photographic expedition

2027-07-11 — 2027-07-25Date timezone: Africa/Nairobi
15 days/ 14 nightsTime to create
Group size to be confirmedGroup size

Go beyond the view.

Visit Amboseli, Naivasha and Nakuru for wildlife, lakes and bird photography. Spend several days on safari looking for wildlife and migrating herds; migration locations, crossings and animal behaviour cannot be guaranteed. Explore Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara for wildlife in varied landscapes.

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Kenya’s grasslands and lakes

Visit Amboseli, Naivasha and Nakuru for wildlife, lakes and bird photography.

02

Masai Mara and Serengeti

Spend several days on safari looking for wildlife and migrating herds; migration locations, crossings and animal behaviour cannot be guaranteed.

03

Ngorongoro and Lake Manyara

Explore Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara for wildlife in varied landscapes.

THROUGH THE LENS

The journey in pictures

Leading photographers: Limei Li →

Destination illustrations · select a photo to explore

A different way of seeing.

Portrait of Limei Li

Limei Li

Specializes in children's portraits, portrait photography and mobile photography. She has worked in professional photography travel and portraiture since 2012. She regularly provides mobile photography training for the municipal and Pingshan procuratorates, Agricultural Bank of China, rural commercial banks, the water group, China Southern Power Grid, the municipal planning and land commission, the ocean administration, Jiuzhou Construction, Marriott's fitness club, the BMW owners' club and other organizations. Photography journeys She has led groups to the Balkans, Russia, the Philippines, Malaysia, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Japan, Chiang Mai, Turkey, Semporna, Singapore, Iran, Israel, Italy, India, Indonesia, Jordan and Vietnam, as well as Anhui, Beijing, Fujian, Guangdong, Guangxi, Henan, Hunan, Jiangxi, Inner Mongolia, Shanghai, Sichuan, Suzhou, Hong Kong, Xinjiang, Yunnan and Zhejiang. Selected awards and exhibitions Excellence awards in the Hantu Imaging China WeChat competition, Charming China National Photography Exhibition, Toronto International TIPF documentary category and Sirui Mobile Photography Competition; gold in the documentary category of the Shenhong Photography Competition; work exhibited at the Dali and Vancouver international photography exhibitions.

A rhythm shaped by light.

Shooting locations, accommodation and transport are subject to confirmation before departure and may change with the weather.

Daily arrangements may change with weather, transport and local conditions. Unspecified arrangements are to be confirmed with the operator.

Itinerary dates and text times without their own zone use: Africa/Nairobi。Exact times use your selected timezone; dates alone and descriptions such as “morning” are not converted.

DAY 01Jul 11 · Africa/NairobiDeparture from China

Meet at the designated airport at the specified time and take an international flight to Nairobi, Kenya's capital.

Accommodation:Flight or transit; arrangements to be confirmed

Final arrangements follow the operator’s departure brief
DAY 02Jul 12 · Africa/NairobiNairobi–Amboseli

Arrive in Nairobi, meet the guide, and travel to Amboseli National Park: the finest viewpoint for snow-capped Kilimanjaro, with great elephant herds and Africa's highest peak reflected in wetlands within one frame. Amboseli National Park: On the Kenya–Tanzania border, renowned as an elephant paradise beneath snow-capped Kilimanjaro. Close views of elephant herds, lions, cheetahs, zebras, and wildebeest make it a must for photographers.

Accommodation:Amboseli; property and location inside/outside the park to be confirmed

Final arrangements follow the operator’s departure brief
DAY 03Jul 13 · Africa/NairobiAmboseli–Naivasha

Begin another 2-hour highlights safari early in the morning. After photographing a beautiful sunrise and completing the morning program, take the packed lunch prepared in advance and drive to Lake Naivasha for a boat trip. More than 1,500 hippos live here, one of Kenya's largest populations, alongside over 400 bird species, from jewel-like kingfishers to flocks of white pelicans. It is East Africa's most celebrated freshwater birdwatching destination. At Naivasha, safari changes from watching to coexistence: you share water with hippos and air with fish eagles. When the engine stops and everything falls silent, you suddenly understand that Africa's gentleness lies in this lake deep in the Rift Valley.

Accommodation:Naivasha; property and location inside/outside the park to be confirmed

Final arrangements follow the operator’s departure brief
DAY 04Jul 14 · Africa/NairobiNaivasha–Nakuru

After hotel breakfast, drive to Lake Nakuru National Park for a full-day safari. World-famous Lake Nakuru National Park was Africa's first national park established to protect birds and supports substantial flamingo numbers. Within its 188 square kilometers, you may also see black and white rhinos, Rothschild's giraffes, impalas, and warthogs. After a buffet dinner at the hotel, check in and rest.

Accommodation:Nakuru; property and location inside/outside the park to be confirmed

Final arrangements follow the operator’s departure brief
DAY 05Jul 15 · Africa/NairobiNakuru–Masai Mara

Spend about two hours on an early safari in Nakuru, then travel to Masai Mara with a packed lunch. Visit a Maasai village to learn about local life and culture before checking in.

Accommodation:Masai Mara; property and location inside/outside the park to be confirmed

Final arrangements follow the operator’s departure brief
DAY 06Jul 16 · Africa/NairobiFull-day Masai Mara safari

After breakfast, take a packed lunch for a full-day Masai Mara safari, looking for wildlife and migrating herds. Wildlife locations, migration and river crossings cannot be guaranteed. Return to the hotel for dinner.

Accommodation:Masai Mara; property and location inside/outside the park to be confirmed

Final arrangements follow the operator’s departure brief
DAY 07Jul 17 · Africa/NairobiFull-day Masai Mara safari

After breakfast, take a packed lunch for a full-day Masai Mara safari, looking for wildlife and migrating herds. Wildlife locations, migration and river crossings cannot be guaranteed. Return to the hotel for dinner.

Accommodation:Masai Mara; property and location inside/outside the park to be confirmed

Final arrangements follow the operator’s departure brief
DAY 08Jul 18 · Africa/NairobiMasai Mara–northern Serengeti

Travel from Masai Mara to northern Serengeti. Road transfer versus light-aircraft connections remains to be confirmed. The flight option would connect Masai Mara to Migori, cross the border by road to Tarime, then fly to Serengeti. Final sectors, border arrangements, transfers, baggage limits and inclusion are to be confirmed with the operator.

Accommodation:Northern Serengeti; property and location inside/outside the park to be confirmed

Final arrangements follow the operator’s departure brief
DAY 09Jul 19 · Africa/NairobiNorthern Serengeti safari

Spend the day exploring Northern Serengeti on safari. Visit the Mara River area in the morning, with a chance to witness spectacular wildebeest crossings (seasonal). Please note: Mara River crossings are natural wildlife behavior and cannot be controlled by people; sightings depend on luck. Migrating wildebeest and zebras are very sensitive to disturbance. Avoid loud noise and watch respectfully. The best crossing-viewing period is July–October each year, the dry-season migration peak.

Accommodation:Northern Serengeti; property and location inside/outside the park to be confirmed

Final arrangements follow the operator’s departure brief
DAY 10Jul 20 · Africa/NairobiNorthern–central Serengeti

After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Central Serengeti, watching wildlife en route and taking a game drive across the central plains. Arrive in the afternoon and check into the hotel. Enjoy a short wildlife-viewing outing near the hotel toward evening.

Accommodation:Central Serengeti; property and location inside/outside the park to be confirmed

Final arrangements follow the operator’s departure brief
DAY 11Jul 21 · Africa/NairobiCentral Serengeti safari

Safari in central Serengeti to observe wildlife, habitats and natural behaviour. Sightings and photography opportunities depend on conditions. Return to the hotel afterward.

Accommodation:Central Serengeti; property and location inside/outside the park to be confirmed

Final arrangements follow the operator’s departure brief
DAY 12Jul 22 · Africa/NairobiSerengeti–Ngorongoro

Travel to Ngorongoro after breakfast for a planned crater-floor safari, photographing wildlife and crater scenery. The transfer takes about four hours; park entry and safari timing are to be confirmed.

Accommodation:Ngorongoro; property and location inside/outside the park to be confirmed

Final arrangements follow the operator’s departure brief
DAY 13Jul 23 · Africa/NairobiNgorongoro–Lake Manyara

After breakfast, visit Ngorongoro's rim for spectacular crater panoramas, then drive to Lake Manyara National Park.

Accommodation:Lake Manyara; property and location inside/outside the park to be confirmed

Final arrangements follow the operator’s departure brief
DAY 14Jul 24 · Africa/NairobiManyara–Arusha–Kilimanjaro Airport

Travel from Lake Manyara to Arusha for lunch, then continue to Kilimanjaro International Airport. Return arrangements list both Guangzhou and Hong Kong; the final arrival city and connecting flights are to be confirmed.

Accommodation:Return flight

Final arrangements follow the operator’s departure brief
DAY 15Jul 25 · Africa/NairobiArrival in China

Arrive back in China, concluding a delightful African safari journey.

Accommodation:End of trip

Final arrangements follow the operator’s departure brief

Where we stay

Planned overnight arrangements; properties, room types and bookings are subject to confirmation. Day 1: Flight or transit; arrangements to be confirmed Day 2: Amboseli; property and location inside/outside the park to be confirmed Day 3: Naivasha; property and location inside/outside the park to be confirmed Day 4: Nakuru; property and location inside/outside the park to be confirmed Day 5: Masai Mara; property and location inside/outside the park to be confirmed Day 6: Masai Mara; property and location inside/outside the park to be confirmed Day 7: Masai Mara; property and location inside/outside the park to be confirmed Day 8: Northern Serengeti; property and location inside/outside the park to be confirmed Day 9: Northern Serengeti; property and location inside/outside the park to be confirmed Day 10: Central Serengeti; property and location inside/outside the park to be confirmed Day 11: Central Serengeti; property and location inside/outside the park to be confirmed Day 12: Ngorongoro; property and location inside/outside the park to be confirmed Day 13: Lake Manyara; property and location inside/outside the park to be confirmed Day 14: Return flight Day 15: End of trip

Getting there

These are reference services for the instructor, not mandatory flights for participants. Confirm group operation, schedules and connections before booking. Outbound reference: July 12 CZ633, Guangzhou–Nairobi, 00:55–06:30. Return reference: July 24 ET814, Kilimanjaro–Addis Ababa, 19:10–21:30. Guangzhou and Hong Kong are both listed as onward destinations; the final destination and connection are to be confirmed. Road or light-aircraft transfer between Masai Mara and Serengeti, transfers and baggage arrangements are to be confirmed.

Know what is included.

USD 12,078 person, from

Platform service fee to be confirmed

Deposit USD 5,972.25 Original CNY 40,000 · Reference rates 2026-09-18 · Frankfurter / person

Included

Listed admissions: Amboseli, Naivasha boat trip, Nakuru National Park, Maasai village, 3 days' Maasai Mara entry, 4 days in Serengeti, one Ngorongoro crater-floor visit, and Lake Manyara;

Planned overnight accommodation; properties, room types and locations inside or outside parks are to be confirmed.

Meals arranged during the itinerary; included meals are to be confirmed.

One or two eight-seat off-road vehicles are planned; vehicles and seating arrangements are to be confirmed.

Staff: One Chinese-speaking guide of foreign nationality;

One bottle of drinking water per person daily in the vehicle;

Photography instruction and services from the photography instructor throughout;

Complimentary travel accident insurance; coverage and insured limits are to be confirmed.

Not included

All major transportation expenses throughout;

Kenya and Tanzania visa fees (the organizing team can arrange applications);

Driver and guide tips are additional; applicable days, amounts and total are to be confirmed.

Possible additional camp and park charges: applicable locations, distinction from included admission and payable amounts are to be confirmed.

Maasai Mara hot-air balloon rides and other optional activities;

Single occupancy requires an additional supplement, to be confirmed.

Personal tips for hotel porters, restaurant staff, etc. are payable individually;

Driver and guide service is planned for ten hours per day; overtime arrangements, charging units and amounts are to be confirmed.

In exceptional circumstances caused by force majeure, including natural disasters, war, transport disruption, strikes, airline delays or cancellations, or consular visa delays, the organizing team may cancel or alter the itinerary. We may charge additional expenses at expenses, including overseas visa extensions, accommodation, meals, transportation, and national airfare adjustments, while doing our best to minimize everyone's losses;

Any other additional expenses not listed under inclusions;

Invoice taxes are excluded; any additional payment for an invoice is to be confirmed.

Service fees, supplements, taxes and the final total are subject to written confirmation.

Clarity before departure.

Availability and registration

Register your interest in this trip. Group operation, availability, total payment and booking terms are to be confirmed with the operator.

Cancellation and breach provisions

Before departure, participants and the organizing team may sign a written travel contract or give notice terminating the trip agreement. The contract is legally binding. If termination is requested more than 120 days before departure, neither party is liable for breach. Days are calculated by subtracting the date the termination notice is received from the departure date; the same calculation applies below. If the organizing team terminates, all travel fees must be refunded without deducting visa or entry-permit fees. If a participant terminates after a visa or entry permit has been processed or a flight purchased, the relevant visa, entry-permit and flight cancellation charges are deducted. The organizing team must refund the travel fees within 5 working days of receiving the termination notice. If either party terminates within 120 days of departure, including day 120, the terminating party bears liability for breach. [Participant liability] Participants terminating the agreement within 120 days of departure must pay the organizing team a business-loss charge according to the following schedule: 119 to 90 days before departure: 10% of the total trip fee; 89 to 60 days before departure: 40% of the total trip fee; 59 to 30 days before departure: 70% of the total trip fee; 29 to 1 days before departure: 100% of the total trip fee; If these percentages do not cover the organizing team's actual losses, the participant must compensate the actual losses, up to the total trip fee. After deducting the business-loss charge, the organizing team must refund the remaining travel fees within 5 working days of receiving the participant's cancellation notice. Cancellation terms for day 120 and other unlisted dates are to be confirmed with the operator.

Trip information

[Registration] Registration for this trip is confirmed upon receipt of the deposit. [Transport] 1. Flights booked by the organizing team are economy-class group tickets. Once issued, they cannot be endorsed to another carrier or refunded. 2. Actual flight, driving and boat travel times on the day apply. 3. Airlines and flight schedules above are for reference only. Changes to flight times may require minor itinerary adjustments; the departure notice takes precedence. [Accommodation] The total is based on 2 people sharing 1 room. We will try to pair solo participants with another participant of the same gender. Participants who do not wish to share, or cannot be matched, must pay the single supplement for a room of their own. [Group meals] We try to choose meals suited to Chinese tastes and ensure that every guest receives an adequate portion. [Photography] 1. Photography activities follow the itinerary. In exceptional circumstances, time spent photographing each location will depend on the actual conditions that day. 2. Please read this itinerary carefully and choose a photography trip suited to your circumstances. If you give up part of the itinerary for personal reasons, including health, or request to forgo accommodation or transport, this is considered voluntary withdrawal. expenses already incurred are non-refundable. You are responsible for your personal safety while not participating in the itinerary. 3. Participants may not leave the group without permission during group photography activities, except during free time. Leaving partway through the trip is considered a breach by the participant. Unused photography activities, meals, accommodation and vehicle services are non-refundable, and the organizing team is not responsible for accidents occurring while the participant is away from the group. 4. If force majeure events such as typhoons or blizzards prevent travel according to the agreed itinerary, additional or reduced expenses following changes will be settled according to the travel agency's actual group operating expenses. [Payment adjustments] the organizing team reserves the right to adjust amounts if major fluctuations in international fuel markets cause substantial increases in fuel surcharges. If the increase is within what we can absorb, the trip fee will not be adjusted. [Departure notice] 1. The departure notice will be sent no later than 1 day before departure. If arrangements are confirmed earlier, we will notify you as soon as possible. 2. If the online itinerary differs from the departure notice, the departure notice takes precedence. [Optional activities at your own expense] Under the Tourism Law provisions prohibiting travel agencies from organizing or arranging optional activities at additional expenses, guests wishing to join such activities should contact the service provider themselves for information, amounts and participation. If language difficulties lead you to ask a guide or tour leader for additional assistance, any paid or unpaid help is provided solely in that person's individual capacity, not on behalf of the organizing team or the local receiving agency. the organizing team has no involvement in the expenses, transaction amounts or service standards of free-time activities; guests bear the outcomes themselves. Images above were taken by the organizing team's previous Kenya and Tanzania tour groups Hotel images are from the internet; they will be removed upon notice of infringement

Fitness, equipment and conditions

Equipment and fitness requirements will be provided by the operator.

USD 12,078 Waitlist · person, from
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