MAGICAL MANA POOLS
WITH PHOTOGRAPHER TOM SVENSSONCOUNTRY: Zimbabwe PHOTO TYPE: Wildlife TRIP LENGHT: 8 days DATES: Sep 14-21, 2019 PRICE: 4 950 USD
Mana Pools offers everything a photographer can wish for. The scenery is magnificent, centered on the mighty Zambezi River. Mana Pool’s incredible nature, abundant wildlife and surreal light that filters through the forests gives this national park its distinctive magical atmosphere.
During this trip you get the chance to capture Mana Pool’s spectacular nature and wildlife together with Swedish conservation photographer Tom Svensson. Mana Pools is an UNESCO world heritage site that extends about 2,196 square kilometers and with no physical boundaries, the wildlife is free to roam throughout the area. The park is also one of the few places in Africa where you can see wild elephants feed off the tree canopy while standing on their hind legs and catch a glimpse of the rare African wild dogs. Here you will be able to photograph everything from the mighty lions and leopards to spotted hyenas, hippos and crocodiles. Mana Pools is a prime location for both walking and jeep safaris so you will have plenty of chances to get intimate photos of the wildlife from unique angles. A paradise for any nature and wildlife photographer!
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
- Tutoring and workshops by photographer Tom Svensson during the whole trip.
- 14 safaris in Mana Pools National Park.
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Capturing the surreal light of the park.
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Intimate encounters with elephants and the chance to capture them feeding off the canopy while standing on their hind legs.
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Chance to photograph the rare African wild dogs.
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Encounters with wildlife on foot during walking safaris as well as jeep safaris.
PHOTO TYPE: Wildlife
TRIP LENGHT: 8 days
DATES: Sep 14-21, 2019
PRICE: 4 950 USD
Mana Pools offers everything a photographer can wish for. The scenery is magnificent, centered on the mighty Zambezi River. Mana Pool’s incredible nature, abundant wildlife and surreal light that filters through the forests gives this national park its distinctive magical atmosphere.
During this trip you get the chance to capture Mana Pool’s spectacular nature and wildlife together with Swedish conservation photographer Tom Svensson. Mana Pools is an UNESCO world heritage site that extends about 2,196 square kilometers and with no physical boundaries, the wildlife is free to roam throughout the area. The park is also one of the few places in Africa where you can see wild elephants feed off the tree canopy while standing on their hind legs and catch a glimpse of the rare African wild dogs. Here you will be able to photograph everything from the mighty lions and leopards to spotted hyenas, hippos and crocodiles. Mana Pools is a prime location for both walking and jeep safaris so you will have plenty of chances to get intimate photos of the wildlife from unique angles. A paradise for any nature and wildlife photographer!
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
- Tutoring and workshops by photographer Tom Svensson during the whole trip.
- 14 safaris in Mana Pools National Park.
-
Capturing the surreal light of the park.
-
Intimate encounters with elephants and the chance to capture them feeding off the canopy while standing on their hind legs.
-
Chance to photograph the rare African wild dogs.
-
Encounters with wildlife on foot during walking safaris as well as jeep safaris.
DESTINATION INFO
DESTINATION INFO
MANA POOLS NATIONAL PARK
Along the Zambezi river, about one hundred kilometers beneath Lake Kariba in the heart of the Zambezi valley, lies an untouched slice of pure African wilderness, the UNESCO World Heritage site of Mana Pools National Park. The name “Mana” means “four” in Shona language, which refers to the four large pools inland from the Zambezi River. These pools are known as “oxbow lakes” that remained when the Zambezi River thousands of years ago changed its course northward. The park is over 2000 square kilometers and is difficult to access, so as a result, the park is unspoiled by human contact. The scenery includes dense forests of baobabs and other native trees and the river’s rugged shore banks. Mana Pools offers an abundance of animals, including the magnificent elephants standing on their hind legs and eating from the tall trees, the rare African wild dogs, large predators such as leopards, lions and cheetahs and over 350 different bird species as well as aquatic wildlife with hippos and crocodiles.
TOUR ITINERARY
TOUR ITINERARY
TOUR ITINERARY • September 14-21, 2019
International airfare to Harare, Zimbabwe is not included. Since many of our costumers prefer to book their flights on their own, we have decided to not include the airfares in our price. But if you wish, we are more than happy to help you arrange all your flights.
DAY 1 – SEPTEMBER 14, 2019
We will meet up at Harare International Airport in the morning for a flight with a chartered plane directly to Mana Pools National Park. Here you are greeted by Tom followed by transport with jeeps into the park and to our camp which will be our base for the upcoming week of adventures. After we get settled in at the lodge we’ll be served a late lunch and Tom will give some general photography advice for the coming safaris and photo walks. We will also have a safety briefing by one of our rangers. Next, we head out in Mana Pools to catch the magical evening light as the sun slowly sets over the Zambezi River, hopefully with some elephants in the foreground. In the evening, we will have a great welcome dinner where we get the opportunity to get to know each other a little bit better. (L, D)
DAY 2-7 – SEPTEMBER 15 – 20, 2019
We will spend six full days in this photogenic paradise with safaris both in the morning and in the evening which with no doubt will provide us with some amazing photographic opportunities in the unique Mana light. There will be a lot of time to photograph the wildlife of the park, both from jeeps and on foot. The best thing about Mana Pools is the fantastic light and that the large mammals are accustomed to humans moving around in the park on foot, which means that you get the opportunity to encounter them very close and thus can get exciting and different angles, often lying on the ground. The combination of jeep safaris, and walking safaris with endless possibilities of creating images with interesting angles makes this a one of a kind prime location for photography in Africa. Each morning our skilled rangers will plan out the safari arrangements of the day, depending on weather conditions and where the animals are located in the park. Between the safaris and in the evenings, we will work with image processing of today’s images and we will also look at and evaluate each other’s pictures. Tom will also have photo talks and presentations on the theme of conservation and we will get to know more about how the rangers work with everything from anti-poaching to information about their conservation. During our last night in Mana Pools will have a delicious final dinner together and Tom will pick out the best photograph from the trip. This photo will automatically go on to the finals of Zoom Photo Tour’s annual competition “Photo of the Year.” (B, L, D)
DAY 8 – SEPTEMBER 21, 2019
After our last morning safari for this trip we will have breakfast at the lodge before our jeeps take us to the airstrip for flight back to Harare international airport and the flights back home. (B)
TOUR ITINERARY • September 14-21, 2019
International airfare to Harare, Zimbabwe is not included. Since many of our costumers prefer to book their flights on their own, we have decided to not include the airfares in our price. But if you wish, we are more than happy to help you arrange all your flights.
DAY 1 – SEPTEMBER 14, 2019
We will meet up at Harare International Airport in the morning for a flight with a chartered plane directly to Mana Pools National Park. Here you are greeted by Tom followed by transport with jeeps into the park and to our camp which will be our base for the upcoming week of adventures. After we get settled in at the lodge we’ll be served a late lunch and Tom will give some general photography advice for the coming safaris and photo walks. We will also have a safety briefing by one of our rangers. Next, we head out in Mana Pools to catch the magical evening light as the sun slowly sets over the Zambezi River, hopefully with some elephants in the foreground. In the evening, we will have a great welcome dinner where we get the opportunity to get to know each other a little bit better. (L, D)
DAY 2-7 – SEPTEMBER 15 – 20, 2019
We will spend six full days in this photogenic paradise with safaris both in the morning and in the evening which with no doubt will provide us with some amazing photographic opportunities in the unique Mana light. There will be a lot of time to photograph the wildlife of the park, both from jeeps and on foot. The best thing about Mana Pools is the fantastic light and that the large mammals are accustomed to humans moving around in the park on foot, which means that you get the opportunity to encounter them very close and thus can get exciting and different angles, often lying on the ground. The combination of jeep safaris, and walking safaris with endless possibilities of creating images with interesting angles makes this a one of a kind prime location for photography in Africa. Each morning our skilled rangers will plan out the safari arrangements of the day, depending on weather conditions and where the animals are located in the park. Between the safaris and in the evenings, we will work with image processing of today’s images and we will also look at and evaluate each other’s pictures. Tom will also have photo talks and presentations on the theme of conservation and we will get to know more about how the rangers work with everything from anti-poaching to information about their conservation. During our last night in Mana Pools will have a delicious final dinner together and Tom will pick out the best photograph from the trip. This photo will automatically go on to the finals of Zoom Photo Tour’s annual competition “Photo of the Year.” (B, L, D)
DAY 8 – SEPTEMBER 21, 2019
After our last morning safari for this trip we will have breakfast at the lodge before our jeeps take us to the airstrip for flight back to Harare international airport and the flights back home. (B)
PHOTOGRAPHER
PHOTOTGRAPHER
TOM SVENSSON • Conservation Photographer
Tom Svensson is a world known conservation photographer. Toms major driving force in life is conservation, and he travels regularly around the world to document endangered species, anti-poaching and illegal trading of animals. His skill as a photographer is to take pictures that touches people and makes a difference, here is seen as one of the best in the world. Tom is the only Swede elected into the IEPA, the International Environment Photographers Association. He is also a global Manfrotto ambassador and he is also in the Canon Nordic photographers program.
PORTFOLIO: www.tomsvensson.se
TRAVELLING WITH TOM
Our trips are always accompanied by a well known photographer who will guide you to the most photogenic locations during the best light conditions and help you improve and expand your photographic technique. On this trip, Tom Engelbrecht will take you to one of Africa’s best national parks and teach you how to turn the ordinary image into something extraordinary. During the safaris, Tom will alternate between the jeeps as well as leading photo walks in the park while sharing his best tips for capturing the surroundings. In the evenings, you will get help from Tom with the post processing of the images taken during the day. Tom will also look at your photographs and give his advice while evaluating your images. He will also talk about everything from camera technique, focal lengths, composition and the light in the images as well as giving lectures on conservation. There will also be a lot of time for individual conversations with Tom, where you have the chance to ask questions or perhaps get some help with any camera settings or equipment advice.
ACCOMODATION
ACCOMODATION
Located in the heart of the Zambezi River, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, you will find Mwinilunga Safaris – one of the most friendly and comfortable safari camps in the country. Notorious too for its delicious cuisine! The camps offer a comfortable, homely and authentic safari experience where guests are welcomed with warmth and pleasure.
PRICES AND FACTS
PRICES AND FACTS
PRICE
Price per person: 4.950 USD
Included:
- Return flight from Harare to Mala Pools in chartered plane.
- Transfer to and from the airport to the lodge.
- Accommodation in shared twin room.
- Meals according to itinerary (indicated by B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner).
- Safaris twice daily according to the itinerary.
- National Park Conservation Fee.
- Participation by Tom Svensson during the entire trip.
- Workshops by Tom Svensson the trip.
- Local rangers during all safaris.
- A host from Zoom Photo Tours.
- Flight and hotel taxes and other local fees.
- Travel documents and practical travel information.
Excluded:
- Single room supplement. $ 530
- Flights from your home country to Harare in Zimbabwe.
- Visas to Zimbabwe.
- All expenses of personal nature like snacks, drinks, laundry etc.
- Tips to the rangers. Approximately $ 10 / day.
- Cancellation insurance and travel insurance.
- Any other item not mentioned as included.
FLIGHTS
International airfare is not included in the price. But if you wish, we are more than happy to help you arrange all your flights. Just send an email to info@zoomfotoresor.se or call +46 470-466 40.
GROUP SIZE
In order to for you to get personal photo guidance and the best experience with our photographer our groups are always small. On this tour the minimum and maximum number of guests are 8 / 14.
PHOTO GEAR
- A DSLR camera.
- Telephoto zoom lenses up to a 500 mm.
- Wide angle lenses, at least 24 mm.
- Tripod.
- A laptop computer with any of the Photoshop or Lightroom software.
TOUR LEADER
Apart from an award winning photographer, our tours are always accompanied by a tour leader from Zoom with good photo knowledge. Our tour leader will handle all logistics and general matters and make sure your having the best possible experience in Selous.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
For more information about Terms & Conditions click here.
PRICE
Price per person: 4 490 USD
Included:
- Return flight from Harare to Mala Pools in chartered plane.
- Transfer to and from the airport to the lodge.
- Accommodation in shared twin room.
- Meals according to itinerary (indicated by B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner).
- Safaris twice daily according to the itinerary.
- National Park Conservation Fee.
- Participation by Tom Svensson during the entire trip.
- Workshops by Tom Svensson the trip.
- Local rangers during all safaris.
- A host from Zoom Photo Tours.
- Flight and hotel taxes and other local fees.
- Travel documents and practical travel information.
Excluded:
- Single room supplement. $ 530
- Flights from your home country to Harare in Zimbabwe.
- Visas to Zimbabwe.
- All expenses of personal nature like snacks, drinks, laundry etc.
- Tips to the rangers. Approximately $ 10 / day.
- Cancellation insurance and travel insurance.
- Any other item not mentioned as included.
FLIGHTS
International airfare is not included in the price. But if you wish, we are more than happy to help you arrange all your flights. Just send an email to info@zoomfotoresor.se or call +46 470-466 40.
GROUP SIZE
In order to for you to get personal photo guidance and the best experience with our photographer our groups are always small. On this tour the minimum and maximum number of guests are 8 / 14.
PHOTO GEAR
- A DSLR camera.
- Telephoto zoom lenses up to a 500 mm.
- Wide angle lenses, at least 24 mm.
- Tripod.
- A laptop computer with any of the Photoshop or Lightroom software.
TOUR LEADER
Apart from an award winning photographer, our tours are always accompanied by a tour leader from Zoom with good photo knowledge. Our tour leader will handle all logistics and general matters and make sure your having the best possible experience in Selous.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
For more information about Terms & Conditions click here.
BOOKING
BOOKING
BOOKING CONTACT
If you want to book a Zoom Photo Tour you can either give us a call, send an e-mail or use the on-line booking form and you will receive a booking confirmation right away.
BOOK THE TOUR BY PHONE: EUROPE +46 470-466 49 // USA +1(212) 203-0375
BOOK THE TOUR BY E-MAIL: info@zoomphototours.com