Wildlife Safari Photography Course - One Day
Wildlife is probably the most challenging subject for photographers. Invariably the subject is erratic and elusive, but pursuing this precious image is what makes it so fun and rewarding.
Port Lympne Wild Animal Park is home to over 80 species of wildlife including tigers, primates, gorillas, elephant, giraffe and rhino, and even some animals which cannot be seen elsewhere in the UK. There will be outstanding opportunities for you to capture realistic "wild" photographs of the residents of our world renowned animal park, meaning that you can take photos of iconic wildlife unimpeded by mesh, bars and fencing.
We accommodate small groups of photographers per day up to a maximum of 8. Aimed at photographers aged 17 and over, you can improve your wildlife and nature photography, learning handy tips and techniques through-out the day, under the expert guidance of a knowledgeable and successful wildlife photographer.
Sample Itinerary Port Lympne
- 08.30 for 09.00 - Welcome Tea and Coffee along with a Health and Safety introduction in the new Base camp
- 09.00 - 09.30- Take a specially constructed open-sided Land Rover to enable you to get that right shot. Travel through the African Experience Safari stopping at every available opportunity to photograph Zebra or Wildebeest grazing quietly, watched intently by rhino, giraffes, and ostrich to name a few
- 12.00 - Arrive at the greatest of the apes enclosure; The Western Lowland Gorillas, where the now famous Ambam the walking gorilla resides
- 12.30 - Stop for lunch at Base Camp (lunch not included) and then go on foot to see the Black and white Colobus Monkeys which are always popular
- 14.30 - 15.00 A visit to the Palace of the Apes marks the end of the day when you are free to roam around the other enclosures until the park closes
Dave Rolfe has been photographing the animals at Port Lympne for over 25 years and will be on hand throughout your day to give advice and explain some of the fascinating history and unique stories behind the parks and animals. Both British and foreign publications have sought Dave's wildlife photos including Time, Life and National Geographic, as well as newspapers and magazines. He continues to expand his photographic library and, in keeping with the times, now focuses on digital photography.
2012 Course Dates
Sat 21st April,
Sat 5th May,
Sat 2nd June,
Sat 23rd June,
Sat 30th June,
Sat 21st July,
Sat 4th August,
Sat 25th August,
Sat 1st September,
Sat 22nd September,
Sat 6th October.
The course runs from 9.00am to 4.00pm and costs just £120 per person or £100 for Passport holders, which includes entrance to the park and refreshments. Numbers are limited to 8 for each day so early booking is essential to avoid disappointment.
Please note that the course is available to over 17's only and excludes lunch. Photographers should wear comfortable clothing, the appropriate footwear and be prepared for inclement weather. Times and animal encounters are subject to change due to the nature of being an outside experience and working with animals.
Please email us or call on 01303 264647 for more details.
One Day Photography Courses are also available at Howletts Wild Animal Park, Nr Canterbury
