6 of 6 places available
ZIMANGA 2027
4 nights of wildlife photography in South Africa
We have prepared a new format for those who want to experience the photographic beauty of Zimanga on a shorter trip and at a more affordable price.
They will be 4 nights in Zimanga, Making the most of our stay and combining photo hides, safaris and an experience in the Umgodi night hide.
The group will be limited to one Maximum of 6 photographers.
MAIN DATA
- Destination: Zimanga Private Game Reserve, South Africa
- Duration: 4 nights
- Cluster: maximum 6 photographers
- Price: €3,600 per person
- Accommodation: Doornhoek Homestead
- Nighttime experience: 1 session at Umgodi Overnight Hide
- Activities: photographic hides and safaris
- International flights: not included
- Airport–Zimanga–airport transfers: included
Expected window: approximately between September 12 and 17, 2027. The four-night stay will fit within this window; the final dates will depend on Zimanga's availability and flight connections.
THE EXPERIENCE
Zimanga is especially geared towards wildlife photography. During your stay, we will combine sessions from hides specifically designed for photography with photographic safaris within the reserve.
The goal is to make the most of the four available nights, with photographic activities in the morning and afternoon according to Zimanga's plan.
Lions, elephants, rhinoceroses, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and many other species are part of the reserve's characteristic wildlife. These are always wild animals: their behavior is unpredictable, and no sighting can be guaranteed.



PHOTOGRAPHIC HIDES
The Zimanga hides allow you to obtain perspectives and photographs that are difficult to get from a vehicle, working at a low height and with facilities designed for wildlife photography.
The specific schedule of hides and safaris will depend on the organization of the reserve itself, its conditions, and the planning of each day.
UMGODI OVERNIGHT HIDE
One night photographing at water level
The program includes a nighttime experience at Umgodi Overnight Hide, one of the great attractions of the trip.
We will spend the night in the hide, with the opportunity to photograph any wildlife that comes to the water source. Animal behavior and presence always depend on nature.
DOORNHOEK HOMESTEAD
Doornhoek Homestead will be our group's private accommodation for the four nights in Zimanga. The stay includes full board and drinks are included in the booking.
PROGRAM
ARRIVAL DAY
Arrival in Durban and transfer to Zimanga. Expected arrival around noon, check-in at Doornhoek Homestead and first photography activity in the afternoon, depending on the schedule.
CENTRAL DAYS
Photo sessions in the morning and afternoon, combining hides and safaris according to Zimanga's plan.
ONE NIGHT IN UMGODI
During the stay, a night session will be held at Umgodi Overnight Hide.
DEPARTURE DAY
Last photographic activity in the morning if the schedule allows, followed by transfer back to the airport.
PRICE AND CONDITIONS
€3,600 PER PERSON
INCLUDING
- 4 nights accommodation in Zimanga.
- Accommodation at Doornhoek Homestead.
- Full board and drinks included by Zimanga.
- Photographic activities scheduled during the stay.
- Hides and photographic safaris.
- A nighttime experience at Umgodi Overnight Hide.
- Conservation fees, community fees and taxes included by Zimanga.
- Airport–Zimanga–airport transfers.
- Accompaniment by Fernando Sánchez de Castro and organization of the trip.
NOT INCLUDED
- International flights.
- Travel insurance.
- Possible additional hotel nights due to flight schedules.
- Tips and personal expenses.
- Services or consumption not included by Zimanga.
- Any service not expressly specified as included.
FLIGHTS AND POSSIBLE ADDITIONAL NIGHTS
International flights are not included. For guidance only, on our previous trip, round-trip flights were around 1.200 €; This amount is not a guaranteed price for 2027.
Flight times will need to be coordinated with arrival and departure from Zimanga. Depending on available connections, an additional hotel night before or after your stay may be necessary. As a guideline, these nights may be approximately between 70 and 100 €, without it being a fixed price.
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN ZIMANGA 2027?
Maximum group size: 6 photographers.