HWANGE PHOTOGRAPHIC

HWANGE PHOTOGRAPHIC
WITH PHOTOGRAPHER IN RESIDENCE GREG DU TOIT
23 February - 2 March 2017

Exclusive Photographic Mentoring in Zimbabwe’s Hwange
Captured In Africa’s friends in safari African Bush Camps are delighted to share a unique opportunity to safari-goers, as
we welcome 2013 Wildlife Photographer of the Year winner, Greg du Toit into Somalisa Camp, Hwange National Park
for an entire week during the month of February 2017.
Greg will be the in-house resident photographic guide who will work with all guest in camp to teach them key skills
and techniques for outstanding wildlife and landscape photography.
…and what’s more, at NO ADDITIONAL COST! Simply book your safari with Captured In Africa for a stay at Somalisa
Camp and you will enjoy this tremendous opportunity.
This is not your usual guided photographic safari, but an additional in-camp “service”, where you can learn and absorb
from a professional award-winning photographer. Before heading out on game drive and putting into practice what
Greg du Toit may have taught you in-camp. A great way to progress your photography.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
• Whilst at Somalisa Camp, Greg will cover the following with all guests that want to take advantage of having his
expertise at hand:
• Camera setup – the best settings to have in place for different wildlife scenarios (aperture, shutter, ISO, white
balance, exposure comp, metering, histograms, using a flash in wildlife photography, shooting in low light and
more)
• Wildlife photography tips in the field – composition, achieving correct focus on moving wildlife
• Macro photography tips in and around the camp – techniques and what to look for in macro-photography
• Photo editing skills – looking at the photos you have taken on the day where Greg will offer critique on your own
photos and how to edit them to get the final product
• Evening presentations and questions time – Greg will give a talk and possible presentation on some of the
evenings from his years of wildlife photography experiences
GREG DU TOIT
Born in South Africa in 1977, Greg Du Toit has from a young age explored the wilds of Africa, and there was never a
doubt in his mind as to what direction he wanted his career and passion to take. At the age of 18 Greg worked as an
apprentice walking safari guide, and since then Greg has developed a unique style and approach to his professional
photography which has set him apart from other wildlife photographers in Africa. Since his early experiences, Greg has
gone on to photograph some of Africa’s wildest, remotest and largest ecosystems.
His work is easily recognized by the tangible mood, primitive energy and vibrant colours that it conveys. His dynamic
collections represent scenes creatively captured in the camera and relentlessly detailing intimate interactions with the
natural world over the last 16 years, all of which has brought him international acclaim. His work has hung in both the
London and Sydney Natural History Museums and his ‘Authentic Africa’ collections have been exhibited across the
globe, from New York to Singapore. He was invited to exhibit his work in the National Geographic gallery in central
London in 2010 where his solo exhibition, simply titled ‘Africa’, was seen by an unprecedented 40 000 visitors each
day and sold out in its first month.
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His photography is also widely published in magazines including Africa Geographic, which ran a cover story titled
‘Living on the Edge’ detailing a portfolio of his work. The BBC Wildlife Magazine published a story titled ‘A Waiting
Game’, describing how he sat submerged in a waterhole for 270 hours to capture images of endangered free-ranging
lion in Kenya’s Great Rift Valley. He has received awards in the most prestigious photographic competitions and was
awarded the highest accolade in world wildlife photography when he was named the Wildlife Photographer of the
Year 2013. He has also been interviewed on the BBC World Service, has appeared on live CNBC television and has
delivered presentations from South Africa to Finland. He is the author of two books, the first titled Awe (published in
2013) and the second Photo-tips – Getting it right in camera (published in 2014). Greg is now leading photo safaris
in both Africa and abroad to share the gift of photography and to celebrate wildlife encounters with others. Greg is
philosophical about his work and he believes that photographers are storytellers, and the story that he has chosen to
tell is, quite simply, that it is not too late to save our wild places.
SOMALISA CAMP | HWANGE NATIONAL PARK
Somalisa Camp is set in the heart of Hwange National Park, and is known as the land of the giants for its big elephant
herds. Nestled in a stunning location tucked away on an acacia island along the edge of an ancient seasonal flood
plain, Somalisa provides guests with breathtaking views of the savannah plains across the famous Kennedy Vlei line.
Recently re-built, Somalisa Camp has upgraded its level of accommodation to that of complete comfort and luxury
whilst still maintaining its focus on the guiding and hosting of guests to ensure the ultimate guest experience.
Consisting of seven elegantly furnished Sail Tents with gauze sliding doors, a glass wood-burner fireplace for the cold
winter nights, and an overhead fan for the hot summer days, each tent has en suite bathroom facilities including
flush toilets, an indoor and outdoor shower, as well as a copper slipper-style bathtub. The main decking area includes
split level decking with a separate lounge and dining area, as well as a small splash pool for guests overlooking the
“Elephant Pool” and a natural waterhole where herds of game congregate to drink and where guests can relax whilst
soaking in the African bush.
Activities include guided walks lead by qualified and passionate guides who will share their knowledge and love of
the bush with you, game drives and night drives. Wildlife sightings include elephant, kudu, sable antelope, zebra,
wildebeest, gemsbok, the rare and endangered roan antelope, buffalo, giraffe, lion, leopard, hyena, and many other
wildlife species.
It’s a privilege to offer our safari customers this opportunity to not only learn more, but to importantly appreciate what
you capture and to take home those once-in-a-lifetime memories from your safari with Captured IN Africa. Simply
book your stay and you have this amazing photographic insight INCLUDED in your price…
YOUR RATE
$420.00 per person per night
Stay 6 nights special rate: $399.00 pppn
Stay 9 nights special rate: $378.00 pppn
* No single supplement ** No extra charge for photographic tuition from Greg du Toit
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Included:
• Accommodation
• All meals, all beverages except premium imported spirits and champagne
• Two game viewing activities per day
• National Parks Fees, laundry
• Transfers from nearest airstrip are also included
Excluded:
• Internal transfers or flights from Livingstone/Victoria Falls, our team will quote you these.
• International flights to Zimbabwe
• Comprehensive travel insurance
• Private vehicle (enquire for cost)
• Items of a personal nature and gratuities
All other date ranges, please enquire.
General Terms & Conditions apply
Being just a short transfer to Botswana, why not extend your safari to include the Chobe’s Linyanti area or the Okavango
Delta. A trip to nearby Victoria Falls is also a great option. Speak with our team today for your exclusive quote.
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