0 of 6 places available
An exclusive expedition for 6 photographers with Fernando Sánchez de Castro
1. THE DESTINATION: DIVERSITY AND PHOTOGRAPHIC ACTION
Zimanga Private Game Reserve It is the premier destination in Africa for nature photography. September 2026, During the dry season, the reserve becomes a vibrant scene where wildlife—from small colorful birds to large elephants—comes to the watering holes, allowing us to capture scenes of unparalleled wild beauty.
2. BENCE MÁTÉ'S "HIDES": A WINDOW TO THE ANIMAL WORLD
Zimanga is world-famous for its hiding places, designed to offer striking angles and total invisibility from wildlife.
- Daytime Hides: Sessions of 3.5 to 4 hours in the Lagoon (Lagoon), bird feeders and the scavenger area (Scavenger). We will capture the explosion of life and color of the birds and mammals under the African light.
- Hide Nocturne (Overnight): A magical 16-hour experience. Each photographer will enjoy one night in these cutting-edge hideaways to portray the life that awakens under the stars (rhinoceroses, elephants and felines).
3. SAFARI DYNAMICS AND WILDLIFE SIGHTINGS
In addition to the hides, we will conduct safaris in exclusive open vehicles For our group, we'll explore the reserve in search of cheetahs, African wild dogs, herds of elephants, and the rich biodiversity that KwaZulu-Natal has to offer. Zimanga is a wild and authentic environment where every outing is a new and exciting opportunity.
4. ADVICE AND SUPPORT TEAM
- Photo Consultant (Domingo García): Constant mentoring from Spain to make the most of every scenario.
- Local Expert Guide: Provided by the reserve, he will be our tracker and animal behavior expert during safaris and sessions.
5. YOUR HOME IN THE SAVANNA: THE PRIVATE VILLA
We will be staying at the Private Villa (The Homestead) Zimanga, an exclusive refuge with full capacity for 7 people (6 photographers + our guide).
Comfort: Double rooms with private bathroom (en-suite)
Total Privacy: Own chef and editing areas.
6. PROGRAM AND PRICES (SEPTEMBER 2026)
(Includes: Transfers, Private Villa, Full Board, Local Drinks, Safaris, Day Hides and 1 Night Hide. Flight not included).
7. RESERVATIONS AND CONTACT
DEADLINE: MARCH 30, 2026. Places are very limited (only 6 per group). Contact:
Fernando Sánchez de Castro
- Phone / WhatsApp: 608 777 042
- E-mail: info@hidesdeltietar.com
Technical organization: ELAND EXPEDITIONS | CICMA: 2555