Many people think they know the Masai Mara, but in reality they know only a small portion of the reserve. The Mara has so much to offer, it is a very diverse landscape with great specials on offer in each area.
C4 has been visiting many of these areas on our many years’ of visits to this great reserve and so we decided to combine the best aspects of the Mara into one ultimate safari experience. As such, this safari starts down on the Sand River, where not many people visit, but the black rock pride is probably the largest and most tightly knit pride in the whole Mara.
It is also here that the migration first crosses into Kenya across the Sand River and overall this scenic and wildlife rich area is under appreciated due to it being further away from the crossing areas. Our second location is Entim camp, which is a very well known entity to our clients. In the heart of the action, Entim offers access to many crossing points as well as excellent mara predator action. Lastly, the safari moves into one of the conservancies where here you will have exclusive access to the wildlife in the conservancy. Additionally, it allows night drives and star photography, an often under appreciated aspect of what is possible in the Masai Mara.
These three locations in the Mara offer you the ultimate way of seeing and photographing ALL of what the mara has to offer. It is a combination of our many years experience in this most wonderful piece of Africa to give you the ultimate safari.
Most importantly, we are using true Maasai driver guides that C4 has worked with for ten years. This relationship with the driver guides, who we have been instrumental in training, gives us an unequivocal advantage in finding the wildlife and positioning for you so that you are always prepared for the best image possible.
If you want the ultimate Mara experience, join us on this safari.
Darren spent his childhood glued to wildlife documentaries on television, and knew that a life in the bush was his calling. His passion of sharing that love of the natural world has kept burning since.
He started his career as a safari guide in South Africa’s Sabi Sands, where he specialised in birding and animal behaviour. After witnessing the most amazing sightings on his game drives with guests, he quickly realised that he was missing a camera. His photographic journey began with him being drawn to the unusual and artistic depiction of wildlife through photography. He believes in capturing the mood and emotion of a moment in time, and that keeps fuelling his passion. He constantly pushes the boundaries of what he knows and experiments with the unknown!
With 13 years of guiding in some of the top lodges and reserves in South Africa, Darren not only has the experience of hosting photographers, but also perfected his craft in teaching others to take their own amazing photographs through technical and artistic application. These include teaching guests the camera settings, designing the frame, and anticipating the moment that may be coming by watching the behaviour of the subject. These skills, enthusiasm and a profound professional respect for the bush has made him a sought-after bird and photography guide in the industry.
Darren spent his childhood glued to wildlife documentaries on television, and knew that a life in the bush was his calling. His passion of sharing that love of the natural world has kept burning since.
Darren spent his childhood glued to wildlife documentaries on television, and knew that a life in the bush was his calling. His passion of sharing that love of the natural world has kept burning since.
He started his career as a safari guide in South Africa’s Sabi Sands, where he specialised in birding and animal behaviour. After witnessing the most amazing sightings on his game drives with guests, he quickly realised that he was missing a camera. His photographic journey began with him being drawn to the unusual and artistic depiction of wildlife through photography. He believes in capturing the mood and emotion of a moment in time, and that keeps fuelling his passion. He constantly pushes the boundaries of what he knows and experiments with the unknown!
With 13 years of guiding in some of the top lodges and reserves in South Africa, Darren not only has the experience of hosting photographers, but also perfected his craft in teaching others to take their own amazing photographs through technical and artistic application. These include teaching guests the camera settings, designing the frame, and anticipating the moment that may be coming by watching the behaviour of the subject. These skills, enthusiasm and a profound professional respect for the bush has made him a sought-after bird and photography guide in the industry.Darren spent his childhood glued to wildlife documentaries on television, and knew that a life in the bush was his calling. His passion of sharing that love of the natural world has kept burning since.
African wildlife is where his main interest lies and to gain a better understanding of this subject Trevor trained as a nature and trails guide while simultaneously completing a diploma in digital photography. He’s been on photographic safari throughout most of Southern and East Africa.
Arrive in Kenya’s capital of Nairobi in the early afternoon. A 45-minute road transfer will take you to the African elegance of the Nairobi Serena Hotel. You will spend the evening in the lush and open surrounds of the Serena Hotel. One of Nairobi’s original hotels, this hotel has all the comforts of the past with the convenience of the modern era: The perfect place to relax for the evening. Your C4 Photo Safari guide will make contact with you at the hotel to arrange dinner for the photography group and discuss the logistics of the following morning.
Day 2 - 5
Sand River, Masaai Mara
After breakfast you will be transferred to Wilson Airport for your scheduled flight into the Maasai Mara Game Reserve. Upon arrival in the Maasai Mara you will be transferred to Sand River Lodge for your 3 nights stay.
Located on the banks of a river from which it has taken its name, Sand River Masai Mara is located within the Masai Mara National Reserve, close to the Tanzanian border. Situated on a secluded and picturesque site, Sand River Masai Mara replicates the heyday of exclusive permanent tented camps of the late 1920’s.
Should you have any other specific requirements, you are welcome to ask for your guides expert advice.
Day 5 - 8
Entim Main Camp, Masaai Mara
A road transfer to Entim Main Camp for your 3 nights stay. You will be staying in a classic East African style safari camp consisting of canvas tents, staffed by local Maasai. You will have en-suite bathrooms with flush loos, flowing water and hot showers. While traditional, the camp is comfortable with large beds and private verandah’s. In the afternoon we will sample one of Africa’s greatest ecosystems.
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