

ABOUT MARA NORTH
A safari-insider favourite, the Mara North Conservancy is one of the most densely populated wildlife conservancies in the Mara ecosystem. An added benefit of visiting this conservancy is the feeling of exclusivity and intimacy due to the limited number of visitors alowed.
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Long golden grass and whimsical flat-topped acacia trees, the conservancy’s landscape is exactly as you would expect it to be. Thanks to conservation efforts such as natural environment regeneration and protection of wildlife from poaching and traps by wildlife rangers the conservancy now had one of the highest concentrations of wildlife in the Mara ecosystem.
Aside from the highly sought after predators, there are over 450 species of Aside from the highly sought after predators, there are over 450 species of birds to spot, several species of antelopes gracing the plains and a variety of animals that seem to have stepped straight out of a story book.
DRAMATIC LANDS AND SKIES
Mara North during the beginning of the rainy season is a photographer’s dream. The dramatic skies, thick with brooding clouds, create a striking contrast against the vast, golden plains below. Occasional rain showers paint the landscape in vibrant greens, bringing life to the savanna, while the low-hanging clouds and bursts of sunlight create dynamic lighting that shifts constantly. This interplay of light and shadow, combined with the moody, atmospheric skies, offers a unique backdrop that enhances wildlife photography, capturing both the raw beauty and unpredictability of the Mara.


PHOTOGRAPHY
We’ll be operating from a luxury bush camp in which we hav exclusive use just for our group - this means that we have free reign as to how to tackle the days ahead. Morning and afternoon drives are vital times for game viewing due to activity and best lighting conditions, but if we want to do more of a full day drive? Sure! How about incorporating a specialised night drive for nocturnal animals? Absolutely! The world is our oyster for the duration!
Making use of two 4x4 Land Cruisers for our safari game drives means we can spread out more as as a group and accommodate more camera gear. Depending on the layout, we may alternate vehicles or rotate positions so that everyone has the same experience throughout - but we like to keep it relaxed and casual, with as much space and comfort as possible. The vehicles will be travelling in a loose-convoy, so there’s no threat of one vehicle seeing something that the other doesn’t.
Sam and the guides will be working to give you the best angles, positions and backdrops possible to make sure you go home with a remarkable new library of images. Sam will be talking through different processes of how to tackle different subjects and scenes - experimental and traditional whilst also offering photo editing tuition and help back at camp.

ABOUT YOUR HOST

Behind the banner of RAW Photographic is Samuel Cox, a professional wildlife photographer who spent many years in the field living in South Africa and teaching wildlife and conservation photography to international guests, volunteers and interns alike.
This gave him not only unparalleled access to the wildlife on his doorstep, but more importantly - the skills and years of experiences in teaching the specifics of ethical wildlife photography. This wealth of diverse, yet powerfully coupled traits, makes Sam unique amongst the crowd.
With RAW photographic safaris, Sam insist on delivering nothing but the best experience possible for his guests. Not only does he want to ensure a fun, educational and meaningful experience - it’s also important that we do so in a way that’s driven by authenticity and ethics.
A lot of research and effort goes into designing and building the products on offer and Sam only partners with those who mirror his ambitions in delivering great experiences whilst also remaining respectful to the land, wildlife and cultures we’re visiting.
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For more about Sam and his photography, check out his website and socials via the icons below
ACCOMMODATION
The latest addition to the world renowned Offbeat Portfolio, Offbeat Ndoto, opened in September 2021. With just four luxury tents and one luxury suite it offers the most private way to experience the wonders of the Mara North Conservancy. In the heart of this ecosystem, wildlife freely roams through camp and with stunning views this realy is an ideal camp to base yourself
for your safari.
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Each of Offbeat Ndoto's four luxury safari tents offer stunning views over the Offbeat Valey. The tents are raised on natural rock bases built from localy sourced river rock and have a large outside veranda perfect for watching the wildlife that strolls through the valley.
Morning tea and coffee is served on the veranda. Inside you have your own sitting room with a day bed and safari chairs for relaxing, private dining or reading a book. Your bedroom has a super king-sized bed or twin beds for those sharing, a desk and armchair. The bathroom is wel appointed with “rain shower”, flush toilet, double wash basin and wardrobe. Power for charging cameras and batteries is available 24 hours a day.
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Down on the river bank is Ndoto’s “Mess Tent” – here you can relax in comfort, eat delicious home-cooked delights and enjoy a refreshing cold drink – with the chance of spotting plenty of wildlife and birds.










ITINERARY
DAY 1
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Upon arriving in Nairobi you will be met at arrivals area just outside the main airport building. You will get taken to a local Hotel where you will meet Sam and get to know everybody in your small group. Take the time to relax after your long flight before getting a good night sleep. * Breakfast is included - but drinks, lunch and dinner is not included in the price.
DAY 2
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After a relaxed start to the day and and a hearty breakfast, we will then start the journey to the Mara. We will depart for the airport and proceed to fly to the Mara North conservancy, arriving late morning.
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We will immediately be picked up by our guides in 4x4 Landcruisers, and taken to our camp. It’s best to have cameras ready, as we’re now in the wild and anything could be seen whilst simply going to camp.
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Upon arriving at camp, you will have time to relax and freshen up before having some lunch and then departing on your first official game drive in the mid-afternoon. Upon returning back to camp after sunset, dinner is served.
DAY 3 - 9
Game drives start early in Africa. We’ll head out around sunrise to take advantage of first light and the ensuing morning golden hour. Our focus will be on finding the best photographic subjects and wildlife experiences we can get. Having two private vehicles means the world is our oyster and the utmost comfort and space and we’ll decide as a group what’s the best focus for each game drive.
After a breakfast stop in the bush, we’ll get back to camp in the late morning for some time to relax. This is also the perfect time to work with Sam on your photography and editing skills. This is your time away, so whether you wish to work on photograpy or simply relax - it’s down to you!
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Our second daily game drive will see us following up any sightings or information from previous drives - making sure that we stop at sunsets for the iconic sundowners experience. Dinner will follow as usual later in the evening upon return back to camp
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DAY 10
We’ll head out for our final game drive and exploration of the Mara North and then head directly to the airstrip to catch our flight back to Nairobi for around noon. For those flying out late that night, there will be day-rooms organised at the loca hotel so you can spend your final hours relaxed with the possibility of a spot of local shopping.
We’ll head out to the aiport after a bit of an early dinner and say our goodbyes at the airport.
























SUMMARY
Price
£6,950 per person sharing / £8,450 single supplement
Meeting / Drop-off Location
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Nairobi
Country
Kenya
Transport
All local transport
included
Duration
9 Nights / 10 Days
Focus
Lions, cheetah, leopard, general game
Group Size
4 - 6 People
Host
Professional Photographer Samuel Cox
INCLUDED
+ Local airport pickup
+ All local ground transfers
+ 1x night bed and breakfast accommodation in Nairobi
+ Domestic flights to and from Mara North
+ Additional weight allowance from 15kg to 22kg
+ 8x nights accommodation in Mara North
+ Laundry service
+ Exclusive use of camp for duration
+ All meals and drinks in Mara North
+ Unlimited game drives
+ Up to 2x vehicles for group use for extra space
+ Photographic guidance in-the-field
+ Editing tuition back at camp
+ All conservation fees and reserve levies
EXCLUDED
- Any transport or accommodation outside of itinerary
- Dinner and drinks in Nairobi
- Tips and gratuities
- Travel insurance