South Africa and Victoria Falls
On the coasts of two oceans
SAR Photo Workshop
Start: May 9, 2025, Cape Town, SAR
End: May 17, 2025, Johannesburg, SAR
Victoria Falls add-on
Start: May 17, 2025, Johannesburg, SAR
End: May 20, 2025, Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
You can continue to
Namibia Photo Workshop with Mike Reyfman
May 22, 2025 - June 2, 2025
Start: May 9, 2025, Cape Town, SAR
End: May 17, 2025, Johannesburg, SAR
Victoria Falls add-on
Start: May 17, 2025, Johannesburg, SAR
End: May 20, 2025, Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
You can continue to
Namibia Photo Workshop with Mike Reyfman
May 22, 2025 - June 2, 2025
Guide: Dmitry Arkhipov
South Africa Tour: $3980 early bird price
Single occupancy: $1200
(deposit $1500USD)
Victoria Falls: $1890 early bird price
Single occupancy: $300
South Africa Tour: $3980 early bird price
Single occupancy: $1200
(deposit $1500USD)
Victoria Falls: $1890 early bird price
Single occupancy: $300
Cape Town is a great destination for landscape and wildlife photographers. The diversity of flora and fauna here is impressive, and there are many parks and reserves around the city.
On our photo tour we will photograph in the most beautiful and interesting places around Cape Town, drive along the most beautiful roads and visit some of the best vineyards in the southern hemisphere. We will shoot from observation decks with breathtaking views, visit the famous Cape of Good Hope, and see a colony of penguins.
We will visit amazing wine regions – Constantia and Stellenbosch, taste the local wine and relax in immaculate and picturesque wineries.
On our photo tour we will photograph in the most beautiful and interesting places around Cape Town, drive along the most beautiful roads and visit some of the best vineyards in the southern hemisphere. We will shoot from observation decks with breathtaking views, visit the famous Cape of Good Hope, and see a colony of penguins.
We will visit amazing wine regions – Constantia and Stellenbosch, taste the local wine and relax in immaculate and picturesque wineries.
In the second part of the trip we will go to the picturesque Drakensberg Mountains, located on the border with Lesotho, we'll take pictures of stunning mountain landscapes and take a walk to a waterfall.
And then we’ll move to a cozy safari lodge, where in comfortable conditions we will photograph wonderful African animals: lions, leopards, elephants, giraffes, antelopes, many species of birds and others inhabitants of Africa.
The great thing about a safari in a private park in South Africa is that there are no large crowds of photographers. We will be able to get very close to the pride of lions, watch how they hunt, film their lives, and at the same time we will not be disturbed by other tourists and photographers.
And then we’ll move to a cozy safari lodge, where in comfortable conditions we will photograph wonderful African animals: lions, leopards, elephants, giraffes, antelopes, many species of birds and others inhabitants of Africa.
The great thing about a safari in a private park in South Africa is that there are no large crowds of photographers. We will be able to get very close to the pride of lions, watch how they hunt, film their lives, and at the same time we will not be disturbed by other tourists and photographers.
Autumn in South Africa
Autumn in South African Republic lasts from about April to mid-June and is perhaps the best time for nature photography.
During this period, you can shoot colorful landscapes with bright autumn colors. By May-June, the savannah is filled with shades of orange and yellow. And of course, this is a great time of year for wildlife viewing.
In autumn you can take wonderful pictures at the Cape of Good Hope: the winds subside, the days are warm, and rain is quite rare. By May, the landscapes take on rich autumn colors. Sunlight becomes less harsh, so you can shoot longer at dawn.
Late May to early June is the best time to shoot in the vineyards, and is also the time when sea fog can penetrate Cape Town. For landscape photographers, May-June is a real gift.
Autumn in South African Republic lasts from about April to mid-June and is perhaps the best time for nature photography.
During this period, you can shoot colorful landscapes with bright autumn colors. By May-June, the savannah is filled with shades of orange and yellow. And of course, this is a great time of year for wildlife viewing.
In autumn you can take wonderful pictures at the Cape of Good Hope: the winds subside, the days are warm, and rain is quite rare. By May, the landscapes take on rich autumn colors. Sunlight becomes less harsh, so you can shoot longer at dawn.
Late May to early June is the best time to shoot in the vineyards, and is also the time when sea fog can penetrate Cape Town. For landscape photographers, May-June is a real gift.
Our tour will be dedicated to photography, we will meet sunrises and sunsets in the best locations of unbelievable landscapes of Cape Town and Drakensberg Mountains, will learn and practice making great landscape and wildlife photos. I will share my experience with you and will uncover some of my trade secrets. I would also be able to provide you with my comments on your strong and weak suits of your photographs should you wish me to.
ITINERARY
Day 1 (May 9)
Our tour begins in Cape Town, the most beautiful city in the Republic of South Africa, at the cozy AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront in a nice waterfront area. In the evening, we'll take a break from the flight and go out to dinner together at a local restaurant. We had a good reason for choosing this safe area as the base and starting point of our journey. From here you can quickly reach most photographic places, and in the evening you can take a walk and relax in pleasant environment.
Our tour begins in Cape Town, the most beautiful city in the Republic of South Africa, at the cozy AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront in a nice waterfront area. In the evening, we'll take a break from the flight and go out to dinner together at a local restaurant. We had a good reason for choosing this safe area as the base and starting point of our journey. From here you can quickly reach most photographic places, and in the evening you can take a walk and relax in pleasant environment.
Day 2 (May 10)
We'll start our journey in Cape Town at sunrise with a short walk up Lion's Head hill. This is a wonderful morning vantage point with wonderful views of the city, surrounding area and Table Mountain.
After the dawn shoot, we will return to the hotel, have breakfast and go to the famous Bo-Kaap quarter with its colorful houses, which are incredibly beautiful and photogenic in the morning light. This photo shooting will charge us with positivity and inspire us to continue our journey.
We'll start our journey in Cape Town at sunrise with a short walk up Lion's Head hill. This is a wonderful morning vantage point with wonderful views of the city, surrounding area and Table Mountain.
After the dawn shoot, we will return to the hotel, have breakfast and go to the famous Bo-Kaap quarter with its colorful houses, which are incredibly beautiful and photogenic in the morning light. This photo shooting will charge us with positivity and inspire us to continue our journey.
In the afternoon we will visit one of the most beautiful and largest botanical gardens in the world - Kirstenbosch. There is an amazing collection of a wide variety of plants here. It's no wonder that Cape Town and its surroundings are famous for their incredible diversity of flora and fauna.
In the second half of the day, we will take the cable car up to Table Mountain, and enjoy amazing panoramic views of the city.
Breakfast included
In the second half of the day, we will take the cable car up to Table Mountain, and enjoy amazing panoramic views of the city.
Breakfast included
Day 3 (May 11)
The third day will be dedicated to the Cape Peninsula with its stunning views, incredible coastal roads and, of course, penguins.
At dawn we will go to shoot in the town of Muizenberg on the shores of False Bay, and after that a colony of penguins awaits us on Boulders Beach. These birds are incredibly funny and photogenic. You can take many great pictures against the backdrop of picturesque rocks.
Next, our path lies to the famous, legendary Cape of Good Hope. We will shoot along the way when we see interesting scenes, and there will definitely be some.
At sunset, we'll head out to photograph the cliffs and the Atlantic Ocean on the famous Chapmans Peak Drive.
Breakfast included
The third day will be dedicated to the Cape Peninsula with its stunning views, incredible coastal roads and, of course, penguins.
At dawn we will go to shoot in the town of Muizenberg on the shores of False Bay, and after that a colony of penguins awaits us on Boulders Beach. These birds are incredibly funny and photogenic. You can take many great pictures against the backdrop of picturesque rocks.
Next, our path lies to the famous, legendary Cape of Good Hope. We will shoot along the way when we see interesting scenes, and there will definitely be some.
At sunset, we'll head out to photograph the cliffs and the Atlantic Ocean on the famous Chapmans Peak Drive.
Breakfast included
Day 4 (May 12)
At least one day on a South African tour should be dedicated to the local wineries which are every bit as good as many of the famous wineries of the Old World. We will visit two of them, and you will be impressed with how immaculate they are and of course you will be able to taste the wine they produce, and also take some nice pictures of the grapes and the vineyards and the wine.
Breakfast included
At least one day on a South African tour should be dedicated to the local wineries which are every bit as good as many of the famous wineries of the Old World. We will visit two of them, and you will be impressed with how immaculate they are and of course you will be able to taste the wine they produce, and also take some nice pictures of the grapes and the vineyards and the wine.
Breakfast included
Days 5-6 (May 13-14)
We are going to the magical Drakensberg Mountains situated right on the border with Lesotho. It will take us a 2 hour flight and 4 hours of driving to get here, and you will see how the landscapes are changing dramatically. We will photograph mountains, gorges, and canyons located only a walk away from our hotel. In the evening of the second day we will drive closer to the safari park and check into a cozy lodge.
Flight 2 hours + drive 4,5 hours
Included: breakfast, dinner.
We are going to the magical Drakensberg Mountains situated right on the border with Lesotho. It will take us a 2 hour flight and 4 hours of driving to get here, and you will see how the landscapes are changing dramatically. We will photograph mountains, gorges, and canyons located only a walk away from our hotel. In the evening of the second day we will drive closer to the safari park and check into a cozy lodge.
Flight 2 hours + drive 4,5 hours
Included: breakfast, dinner.
Days 7-8 (May 15-16)
Safari time! For two days we will film African wild animals in their natural habitat. We will see lions, elephants, giraffes, antelopes, many species of birds and other African inhabitants in Nambiti Park. And all of this in comfortable conditions with excellent service – it will be just our group on the drive.
We will live in a cozy house with our own garden, swimming pool and fire pit, where in the evenings you can admire the beautiful southern starry sky with a glass of wine.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner included
Safari time! For two days we will film African wild animals in their natural habitat. We will see lions, elephants, giraffes, antelopes, many species of birds and other African inhabitants in Nambiti Park. And all of this in comfortable conditions with excellent service – it will be just our group on the drive.
We will live in a cozy house with our own garden, swimming pool and fire pit, where in the evenings you can admire the beautiful southern starry sky with a glass of wine.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner included
Day 9 (May 17)
On this day our tour ends, we return to Durban, to the airport, where we will be around 4 p.m. and from where you can fly home or continue the tour to Victoria Falls
Drive 4,5 hours
Breakfast included
On this day our tour ends, we return to Durban, to the airport, where we will be around 4 p.m. and from where you can fly home or continue the tour to Victoria Falls
Drive 4,5 hours
Breakfast included
THE PRICE INCLUDES
*accommodation in double rooms
* transfers
* individual photo safaris for our group
* domestic flight Cape Town - Johannesburg
* services of a guide, masterclasses in the art of photography
* breakfasts and meals according to the program
*accommodation in double rooms
* transfers
* individual photo safaris for our group
* domestic flight Cape Town - Johannesburg
* services of a guide, masterclasses in the art of photography
* breakfasts and meals according to the program
THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE
* international flights
* insurance
* meals not included in the program
* alcoholic drinks
* international flights
* insurance
* meals not included in the program
* alcoholic drinks
VICTORIA FALLS ADD-ON
Victoria Falls is one of the natural wonders of the world and one of the most spectacular sites in southern Africa. It is also one of the most interesting to photograph.
There are about 30 points from which you can photograph the falls, and each of them offers a slightly different perspective. Most of them are located frontally, but perhaps the most interesting from a photographic point of view are those located closer to the edges. At the viewpoint on the Zimbabwean side, there are steps leading down to a platform that offers stunning views of the falls from the bottom up.
There are about 30 points from which you can photograph the falls, and each of them offers a slightly different perspective. Most of them are located frontally, but perhaps the most interesting from a photographic point of view are those located closer to the edges. At the viewpoint on the Zimbabwean side, there are steps leading down to a platform that offers stunning views of the falls from the bottom up.
Days 9 - 12 (May 17 - 20)
After the end of the tour in South Africa, we will spend the night near the Johannesburg airport, and the next day in the morning we will fly to Victoria Falls and check into a cozy lodge in close proximity to the waterfalls, and in the evening we will go to our first shoot.
The whole next day we will take photographs at the waterfalls from the Zimbabwean side and visit the most interesting and picturesque sites.
On the fourth day, in the morning we will go to Zambia to see and photograph the waterfall from a different angle, and in the afternoon we will return to Zimbabwe, where our tour will end. You can fly home or continue your trip across Africa to Namibia with our friend Mike Reyfman. There are convenient direct flights from Victoria Falls to Namibia.
Breakfasts included
After the end of the tour in South Africa, we will spend the night near the Johannesburg airport, and the next day in the morning we will fly to Victoria Falls and check into a cozy lodge in close proximity to the waterfalls, and in the evening we will go to our first shoot.
The whole next day we will take photographs at the waterfalls from the Zimbabwean side and visit the most interesting and picturesque sites.
On the fourth day, in the morning we will go to Zambia to see and photograph the waterfall from a different angle, and in the afternoon we will return to Zimbabwe, where our tour will end. You can fly home or continue your trip across Africa to Namibia with our friend Mike Reyfman. There are convenient direct flights from Victoria Falls to Namibia.
Breakfasts included
Namibia Photo Workshop
with Mike Reyfman
with Mike Reyfman
THE PRICE INCLUDES
- breakfasts
- hotel in Johannesburg
- accommodation in a lodge in Victoria Falls
- transfers
- services of a guide, masterclasses in the art of photography
- flight Johannesburg - Victoria Falls
THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE
- insurance
- meals not included in the program
- drinks
REGISTRATION FORM