EAGLE EYE SAFARIS

Wildlife Photo Safaris to the World’s Best Destinations

Karen WINS Audubon!

Karen Blackwood, Eagle Eye Safaris co-owner and photography guide, has won the amateur category of the Audubon 2023 Photography Awards Contest, one of the most prestigious contests in North America!

“What an honor!” says Karen. “I love Antarctica, and I want to share it with everyone I meet. We decided to add Antarctica to our 2024 and 2025 itinerary at Eagle Eye Safaris. I want to teach people how to photograph wildlife and dramatic landscapes in the snow and ice. There are so many unique photographic opportunities everywhere you look. We’ll take good care of you during our intensive Wildlife Photography Workshop.”

Book your spot to join us in 2024 and 2025 in Antarctica and the Arctic now. 

Wildlife Photo Safari Destinations

We’ll personally coach you as part of our Wildlife Photography Workshop on every one of our small group Photo Safaris.  You’ll learn:

the fundamental functions of your camera

how to use each mode correctly

how to choose your own settings

photo composition

how to tell a unique story

how to continue to improve your photography skills after the Safari

how to edit using our Wildlife Workflow in Lightroom and Photoshop

South Africa

Big 5 and Big Cats

Kenya / Tanzania

Great Migration and Big 5

Uganda

Gorillas and Chimpanzees

Antarctica

Penguins and Whales

Arctic

Polar Bears and Walrus

Meet Your Award-Winning Photography Guides:

Ernest Porter and Karen Blackwood

Featured in Africa Geographic, NatGeo, Best of Africa, Nature’s Best, Audubon, and more

Ernest Porter

Award-Winning Photography Guide

Africa Geographic Photographer of the Year

Finalist

2015

Africa Geographic Photographer of the Year

Finalist

2016

Karen Blackwood

Award-Winning Photography Guide

Africa Geographic Photographer of the Year

Top 101

2023

Natural History Museum Wildlife Photographer of the year

Finalist

2022

Ernest Porter

Award-Winning Photography Guide

Africa Geographic Photographer of the Year

Finalist

2019

Africa Geographic Photographer of the Year

Finalist

2021

Karen Blackwood

Award-Winning Photography Guide

Share the View International Photography Contest

Top 250

2022

Winner!

Mile High Wildlife Photography Contest

2021

Johannesburg Day Trips / Photography Courses

Black Eagle Photo Tours

Join photographer Ernest Porter for a guided tour to photograph the iconic Black Eagles, Makatsa and Thulane, in the Walter Sisulu Botanical Garden.

Price: R280

Practical Photography Course

Join Ernest Porter for a customisable, flexible course, fit for beginning photographers all the way up to professional-enthusiasts.

Price: R280

One-on-One Online Lightroom Course

Do you wish to improve your editing and photo management skills with Adobe Lightroom with live, personalized instruction?

Price: R1000

One-on-One Online Photoshop Course

Do you wish to improve your Nature Photography enhancing skills in Adobe Photoshop? Sign up for live classes tailored to your needs.

Price: R1000

What are people saying about their time with us?

You want to have fun on your vacation, don’t you? Reviews are the best way to see what others think about their experiences and whether you’ll get value for your money.  We are proud to have 100% 5-Star reviews on Trip Advisor and Safari Bookings.

View some lighthearted interviews with guests on safari. From serious photographers looking for portfolio shots, to people from the film era, to Instagram clickers, to people who have never handled a real camera, everyone acquires new skills with their image-maker of choice. Everyone also leaves with new friends and lifetime memories, vastly improved photography skills, and an appreciation for wildlife, conservation, and the ecosystem. It’s all about the experience. We will make sure yours is a good one!

Click below to see what people are saying about Eagle Eye Safaris!