Best of Botswana
Join Us For 10 Incredible Days Of photography In The Incredibly Beautiful and Diverse Country Of Botswana!
Dates
TBD (Early June, 2027)
TBD (~$16,000 USD)
Tuition
Group Size
8
Low:
Very little walking, moderate temps, great food.
Fitness Level
What's Included
10 days of incredible wildlife and landscape photography
Transportation during the workshop
Lodging during the workshop
All meals
Unlimited expert instruction and guiding in the field
Image reviews, critiques, and post-processing instruction
Snacks for our days in the field
What's Not Included
Transportation to/from the workshop
Trip insurance (recommended)
Personal equipment (camera/tripod, etc)
Anything else not listed as included
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Itinerary
Our itinerary is planned, but we’re always prepared to change things based on weather, light conditions, and the group’s preference.
DAY 1
We will all meet in Johannesburg at OR Tambo International Airport and board our flight to Kasane, Botswana.
From Kasane we will board the shuttle and head to the Pangolin Voyager II Houseboat.
After a brief orientation we will head out for our first safari of the trip and stay through sunset!
DAYs 2 & 3
Sunrise in Canyonlands National Park (long ass motherhonkin’ drive from Botswana)
We’ll go back to our lodging for breakfast and naps
Mid-day talk of photo compositions, editing tips, and astro camera preparations
Head to bed early to wake up very early for our first night of astro in Arches National Park
DAY 3
We’ll stay out for sunrise from shooting astro in Arches National Park
Group breakfast
Mid-day talk of photos and editing tips
Dinner before taking off into Canyonlands National Park for sunset
DAY 4
Wake up for astro in Canyonlands National Park
Sunrise at Dead Horse Point State Park
Group breakfast
Mid-day talk of photos and editing tips
Dinner before taking off into Arches National Park for sunset
DAY 5
We’ll drive back into the parks to visit sights that we haven’t seen yet, checking items off of your photographic bucket lists
Mid-day talk of photos and editing tips
Group dinner
DAY 6
We’ll drive back into the parks to visit sights that we haven’t seen yet, checking items off of your photographic bucket lists
Mid-day talk of photos and editing tips
Group dinner
Day 7 (Half-Day)
Sunrise shoot
Enjoy your breakfast and coffee as you check out
Shuttle back to the airport provided
Packing List
The camera recommendations listed below are not comprehensive or mandatory, these are just our favorites. Please use the form at the bottom of the page if you have any questions. Upon signing up, you'll receive a more thorough packing list.
Travel Items
✓ Passport (if necessary) and travel documents
✓ Mask
Clothing
✓ Baselayers:
✓ Long sleeve shirt
✓ T-shirts
✓ Wool hiking socks
✓ Weather-resistant hiking
pants or shorts
✓ Midlayers:
✓ Fleece sweater
✓ Mid-weight jacket
✓ Sun protective layer
✓ Outer layers:
✓ Puffy coat
✓ Rain jacket
✓ Hiking boots
✓ Comfortable travel shoes
Camera Gear
✓ Camera body:
✓ Wide prime lenses:
✓ Zoom lenses:
✓ Memory cards
✓ Batteries
✓ Battery charger
✓ Sturdy tripod (we use Colorado Tripod Company)
✓ Camera backpack (we use Shimoda Designs)
Accessories
✓ Headlamp and extra/rechargeable batteries
✓ Sunglasses
✓ Sunscreen
✓ Chapstick
✓ Hat
✓ Laptop for editing
✓ Memory card reader
✓ Hard drive
✓ Reusable water bottle
✓ Chargers for your electronic devices
Payment Terms
Your deposit of $1,000 USD will hold your space in this workshop. A second payment of $2,450 USD is due by March 1, 2025.
All of our standard terms and conditions apply.
Cancellation & Refund Policy
Cancellation &
Refund Policy
We understand that attending our workshops requires advance commitment, and also that things can happen in life that may require you to cancel from a workshop. Based on cancellation date, the following apply:
Greater than 120 days before the workshop start date: full refund of any payments made.
120-61 days before the start of the workshop: 50% refund of any payments made.
Within 60 days of the start of the workshop: no refund.
Refunds will be paid by the same method that the original payment was made less transaction fees.
Note that there are some non-refundable workshops for which the above terms do not apply, and for these workshops we do not offer a refund of any payments made under any circumstances. This will always be noted clearly in the workshop description as “Payments for this workshop are non-refundable under any circumstances.”
Payments made for private workshops that you arrange with us are not refundable.
Read our full terms and conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ
You’re Sony ambassadors, Do i have to bring a Sony camera?
No! Feel free to bring whatever camera you choose. The more familiar you are with your camera, the better results you’ll get.
What skill level is required to attend?
All photography levels are welcome, whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro.
What fitness level is expected?
Moderate. We won’t be doing any rigorous hikes, but the hikes we have planned are between 2-3 miles. The highest point that we’ll potentially be at is around 7200 feet (2200 meters).
What is the age range of the group?
All ages are welcome! We typically have a variety of ages, but we’ve had participants ranging from their teens all the way through their 80s.
What are the accommodations like?
We’re staying in a hotel in Moab, Utah about half an hour from both Arches and Canyonlands National Parks, which is about the closest we can stay to the parks without camping. The rooms are double occupancy, but if you’d prefer single occupancy, please purchase the add-on option during checkout.
How cold will it be?
The Moab area is high desert, so temperatures can range from freezing to quite warm. Come prepared for a broad range, and check the weather as the date approaches. As the sun goes down, it will get quite chilly, so please bring layers. Also, once we get to our shooting destinations we’re going to be spending a lot of time standing outside, and that tends to make it feel significantly colder than it actually is.
Is this going to be the most fun I've ever had?
Yes. It's very likely you'll never recover, and may struggle to attain this level of happiness ever again. Life will be bleak after this workshop and you'll be craving the next opportunity to hang out with Nate and Autumn in the wild. Fret not, little one, more workshops are around the corner!
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