photographic safaris
Who we are
Owned by Phillip Conradie, African Wildlife Photo Safaris is an outdoor adventure company specializing in personalized nature & wildlife safaris. Our tours are geared for professional photographers, photography enthusiasts of any level, researchers, botanists and film makers and always include theme- or organism-specific requirements. Our specific interests and fields of specialty are wildlife, animal behavior, herpetology, botany, nature viewing, birding, African culture and photographic tours.
We believe in spending unhurried, fun-filled, quality time in the bush, never chasing deadlines, with a guarantee to keep you in awe.
We operate throughout the whole of southern Africa, including the magical Kalahari region of South Africa, Botswana, the Luangwa Valley of Zambia and Namibia.
We have traveled extensively, both guiding and as tourists. We have visited Brazil, Venezuela, French Guiana, the Amazon, Central America, the Caribbean Islands, the Bahamas, Guatemala, Mexico, Thailand, Mauritius, Mozambique, Botswana, Namibia, Tanzania, Zanzibar, Pemba and many regions of the USA.
We are properly rated by South African Tourism and other local organizations and carry solid insurance for any eventuality. We have Specialized Guide certification and interesting nature backgrounds. We are qualified in Overland Travel, Off-Road Driving, Leadership, Wild Animal Behaviour and First Aid – this is to ensure your safety at all times.
Our depth of experience ensures your safe passage even through the most remote areas in our search of the Ultimate Safari Experience. We have traveled southern Africa extensively and would love to share our affection of this special place with you!
OUR HEAD GUIDE & MANAGER OF SPECIAL PROJECTS
ANTONIO KAUFFMAN
A professional Field Guide with a passionate, broad knowledge of wildlife, birds and a new-found passion for nature photography.
With his healthy dose of humor and calm way of doing things Antonio easily endears himself with his guests, making a trip with him a never-forget experience.
His extensive experience in tracking and identifying spoor allows him to predict the movements and behavior of wildlife, giving him the advantage of putting his guests in the best position for that once-in-a-lifetime shot.
Says Antonio:
“I remember from a young age being drawn to nature and its beauty. Visiting the Kruger National Park while growing up was always a highlight and an amazing experience. I love nature and adventure and becoming a travel guide was the best way to combine these two passions of mine. Being a guide is a lifestyle. I do not think there are many people who can get up in the morning and truly say that they are excited about going to work. Nature is where I find peace and tranquility. I feel at home in the wild, sharing experiences, creating memories. Meeting and getting to know people from all over the world is rewarding and I love sharing my passion. Only with passion can you really bring the bush alive for your guests”.