Wild Africa. Exceptional Wildlife. Serious Photography.

Welcome to South Luangwa—one of Africa’s greatest wildlife destinations and a place legendary for its incredible concentration of leopards.

This expert-led photo adventure takes you into the wild heart of Zambia, where every game drive brings the possibility of an extraordinary encounter. Leopards moving through the woodland, lions on the hunt, elephants crossing the landscape, hippos gathering along the Luangwa River, and an incredible diversity of birds and wildlife make South Luangwa a photographer’s dream.

Our small-group expedition is designed specifically for wildlife photographers, with our days focused on finding great subjects, understanding animal behavior, working with the best available light, and putting ourselves in position to create exceptional images.

THE VALLEY OF THE LEOPARDS

South Luangwa has earned a worldwide reputation as the Valley of the Leopards, and for photographers, few African destinations offer such exciting opportunities to photograph these beautiful and elusive cats.

But leopards are only part of the story.

The Luangwa Valley supports an extraordinary variety of wildlife, including lions, elephants, hippos, crocodiles, giraffes, wild dogs, numerous antelope species, and an impressive diversity of birdlife.

Every drive is different—and you never know what may be waiting around the next bend.

BUILT AROUND PHOTOGRAPHY

This is not a conventional safari with photography added to the itinerary. Photography is the reason we are here.

The expedition is personally led by professional wildlife photographers Hector Astorga & Calvin Kotze, with hands-on photographic instruction throughout the trip.

We’ll work on everything from camera settings and exposure to composition, changing light, anticipating wildlife behavior, photographing action, and creating more compelling environmental images.

Most importantly, we understand that great wildlife photography requires patience. When we find a great subject in great conditions, we want the flexibility to stay, observe, and wait for the moment.

SMALL GROUP. MORE OPPORTUNITIES.

Keeping our group small creates a much better photographic experience.

There is more room for equipment, better opportunities to position yourself for photographs, more individual instruction, and greater flexibility when wildlife encounters develop.

Our experienced local guides combine their knowledge of South Luangwa with our photographic approach, helping us search for wildlife while considering light, backgrounds, positioning, and behavior.

WHY JOIN US IN ZAMBIA?

Exceptional Leopard Photography
Explore one of Africa’s most celebrated destinations for photographing leopards in the wild.

Incredible Wildlife Diversity
Photograph lions, elephants, hippos, giraffes, wild dogs, antelope, birds, and much more.

Expert-Led Photography
Professional wildlife photographers Hector Astorga & Calvin Kotze personally lead the expedition and provide photographic instruction in the field.

Small Exclusive Group
More space, flexibility, personal attention, and opportunities for every photographer.

Photography-Focused Game Drives
Our time in the field revolves around finding wildlife and making the most of every photographic opportunity.

Experienced Local Guides
Benefit from guides with extensive knowledge of South Luangwa's wildlife, habitats, and animal behavior.

EXPERIENCE THE WILD HEART OF ZAMBIA

There is a rawness to South Luangwa that makes it special.

The Luangwa River winds through a landscape filled with wildlife. Elephants wander beneath towering trees, hippos fill the waterways, lions patrol the plains, and somewhere in the woodland, a leopard may be watching from the shadows.

For a wildlife photographer, this is what Africa is all about—the anticipation, the unpredictability, and the possibility that the next encounter could produce the photograph of the trip.

Join us in Zambia and experience the Valley of the Leopards through the eyes of a wildlife photographer.

Photo Tour / Workshop Details

• Cost
  $10250.00 USD per photographer (double occupancy)
  Single Room Supplement (limited availability) - $1900 USD

• Number of Participants
  Limited to 9 Photographers

• September 20-27, 2027 - 5 SPOTS AVAILABLE

Includes:
- All Game Drives.
- In-field instruction by both Tour Leaders and all guides.
- Classroom instruction and included provided materials.
- Accomodations at our exclusive private luxury camp .
- Open 4x4 Land Cruisers with every photographer having their own seat row.
- All meals and drinks (excludes specialty and alcoholic drinks).
- Bottled water during game drives.
- All transfers from Mfuwe Airport to camp inside South Luangwa NP.
- All applicable taxes.

Does not include:
- Airfare to and from Mfuwe, Zambia.
- Alcoholic Drinks.
- Items of personal nature, phone calls, souvenirs, etc.
- Gratuities for local guide / drivers.

A $2500 deposit is required at the time of enrollment with full payment due by June 15, 2027.

For online payments go to this link: https://www.hectorastorga.com/2027-zambia

Deposits & Cancellation Policy:

• A $2500 deposit is required at the time of enrollment with full payment due by June 15, 2027.

• Deposits and tour/workshop fees are non-refundable.

• Refunds (minus a 15% admin fee) will be given if the photo workshop is full and someone from the waiting list can take your spot.

• We are not responsible for cancellations due to medical or other reasons.

• Should cancellation be required due to severe weather, an alternate date will be scheduled at no additional charges.

• No fees will be refunded if you withdraw after the photo workshop begins.

• We are not responsible for any fees associated with non-refundable air travel, we highly recommend the purchase of travel insurance.  For travel and trip insurance quotes visit www.insuremytrip.com.

For payment links go to: https://www.hectorastorga.com/2027-zambia

For more information or questions please contact Hector Astorga or Calvin Kotze:
Email: hector@hectorastorga.com or calvin.kotze@gmail.com
Phone: (956) 821-0701. or +27 72 413-0667.