Our Team 
Our Tour Experts Harry is a multiple award-winning wildlife and travel photographer. His work has been exhibited around the world and regularly features in the pages of large publications such as National Geographic. Harry’s love for nature has taken him to over 60 countries, from the high Arctic to the Papuan jungles, to document and garner awareness for some of the world’s most endangered animals. A graduate of art history at Cambridge University, Harry is a particular expert in the compositional and artistic elements of photography, with an emphasis on helping each photographer identify their own unique style and taking their work to the next level.
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Our Team Steppes Travel is made by the people who work here. Incredible holidays are made possible because of their vast travel experience and the great enthusiasm they bring to their work.
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Our Tour Experts We carefully select our experts based on their knowledge, companionship and influence, ensuring that you can travel with the most knowledgeable leaders in the field.
Africa
Wildlife Photography with Harry Skeggs
| Departure date | Duration | Prices Start from | Tour Expert | Max Group Size | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/30/20 | 8 Days | $7,487 ex. flights | Harry Skeggs | 6 | AVAILABLE | Reserve your place |
Explore two of Uganda’s most dramatic national parks, in the company of wildlife photographer Harry Skeggs. Spot primates and predators on this journey across western Uganda, staying at two beautifully positioned lodges.
In Queen Elizabeth National Park, take a safari across a fertile volcanic landscape, spotting tree-climbing lions, Ugandan kob antelopes and herds of elephants. Trek through the forests of Kyambura Gorge in search of a troop of raucous chimpanzees, photographing them as they play, fight and forage.
In Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, join Harry for a trek into the jungle, tracking down Uganda’s most iconic inhabitant – the mountain gorilla. Spend an hour in the presence of a habituated family, trying to capture that perfect shot amidst the challenging lighting and dense foliage of the forest. Have the chance to return again on the following day, searching for those images that evaded you at the first attempt.
Introducing your expert
Harry Skeggs
1 855 2037885
Key Highlights of this Itinerary
1Gorilla Trekking
Get close to a mountain gorilla family in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
2Arboreal Lions
Spot tree-climbing lions in Queen Elizabeth National Park.
3Chimp Trekking
Trek in search of chimpanzees in the dramatic Kyambura Gorge.
Photographic Tuition
Benefit from the Harry Skeggs’s photographic tuition throughout.
Why we like it
The unrushed yet focused nature of this trip makes the most of what Uganda has to offer. No visit is complete without spending an unforgettable hour in the company of mountain gorillas, but the diverse landscape of Queen Elizabeth National Park, with its unusual tree-climbing lions and troops of chimpanzees, adds a taste of safari with a distinctly Ugandan twist.
This, combined with Harry’s guidance throughout, means that this trip is rich with photographic opportunities, both for amateur and experienced photographers.
Explore our suggested itinerary
- Day 1Entebbe
- Day 2Entebbe - Kasese - Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Days 3-4Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Day 5Queen Elizabeth National Park - Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Days 6-7Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Day 8Bwindi Impenetrable National Park - Kihihi - Entebbe
Safari in Queen Elizabeth National Park
After an afternoon visit to the Mabamba Swamps in search of elusive shoebills, fly west to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Bordering the vast Lake Edward, this beautiful wilderness is home to Uganda’s greatest populations of big game and birdlife.
Cruise along the Kazinga Channel, where elephants and buffalos come to drink. Take game drives across the various ecosystems, spotting Ugandan kob and tree-climbing lions. Trek in the beautiful Kyambura Gorge, in search of chimpanzees. Finish by joining resident researchers on a morning game drive, as they drive off-road in search of lions.
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest is home to one of just two surviving populations of endangered mountain gorillas. Set out on foot to track down one of several habituated families. Joined by Harry, get close to the gorillas and spend an hour in their presence. Photograph them as they play, eat and groom one another. This is a captivating sight and one that can be challenging to capture.
For those who want more time, there is the option to trek again on the following day. Alternatively, explore the forest on guided walks, meet the local community or relax at the beautifully situated Bwindi Lodge.
Harry Skeggs
Harry Skeggs is a multiple award-winning wildlife and travel photographer. His work has been exhibited around the world and regularly features in the pages of large publications such as National Geographic.
Harry will be on hand throughout the trip and will work with you to take your artistic and technical skills to the next level. He will be available for personal image reviews, where he will spend time with you to discuss the photos taken on the trip and provide his insight into how these can be further improved.
Throughout the trip, Harry will be on hand to give ad-hoc shooting tips and to answer all questions you may have.
Tailored Tuition
In addition to the one-on-one advice, sessions will be set up to make sure a wide range of topics are covered, including scenario-specific advice. These sessions are optional but will ensure that you get a diverse range of shots from the trip.
The exact scenarios are dependent on weather and other factors but may include the below:
- Star photography
- Macro photography
- Sunset/sunrise photography
- Slow shutter/pan photography
- Post processing
- Shooting in manual
Includes / Excludes
Important Information
Activity Level
Very ActiveSingle Supplement
Travelling on your own? Our group tours are perfect for solo travellers, as travelling as part of an organised group in faraway places provides security and peace of mind. We handle all of the arrangements for you and there will be a local tour guide on hand throughout to provide advice and help if needed, as well as the expertise of a Tour expert.
Flexibility
To allow flexibility, our group tours do not include international flights as standard. We can arrange international flights on your behalf and the above is an indication of the cost, based on return flights departing from London. All international flights from the UK are ATOL protected.
What is included
- Accommodation at Kyambura Lodge and Bwindi Lodge on a full board basis
- Bed and breakfast accommodation at Boma Guesthouse
- Guidance of Harry Skeggs throughout
- Internal flights with an extra freight seat (shared) for luggage
- One gorilla trekking permit
- Private vehicle and guide
What is excluded
- International flights
- Second gorilla trekking permit
- Tips
- Travel insurance
- Vaccinations
- Visas
Why a Steppes expert-led group tour
1.Experience Matters
We have been running insightful and groundbreaking group tours since our inception in 1989. We have worked with institutions such as the British Museum and Victoria & Albert Museum and run wildlife tours in conjunction with conservation agencies such as Fauna & Flora International, Wildlife Conservation Society, the Orangutan Foundation, Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund and the Jane Goodall Institute.
2.Size Matters
Our average group size is typically eight to ten people, smaller than other group tours typically offered – a factor which many of our clients appreciate. Travelling as part of a smaller group provides a more intimate, personalised and relaxed atmosphere.
4.It’s about who you know
We have developed an enviable pool of expertise from which to choose our tour experts, who we carefully select based on their knowledge, companionship and personality. Often, these experts can use their influence to facilitate private access to sites not typically open to the public.
3.Like-Minded People
Steppes Travellers are like-minded people – interesting, interested and curious. Our group tours aim to create an easy and informal atmosphere – we have a lot of fun on our tours and many friendships have been formed.
5.Value for money
Our tours are well-priced to ensure you get real value for money. We include gratuities on the majority of our tours and do not pass on currency surcharges. We strive to look after single travellers as well as we can, keeping single supplements to a minimum.
6.Peace of Mind
When you travel on one of our group tours, you will be looked after by our local agents and your tour expert with the back-up of our 24-hour emergency number and duty manager. All our holidays are fully bonded and protected – our ATOL number is ATOL 6495.
Our future tour dates
For further information about any of these tours please call 1 855 2037885
| Departure date | Duration | Prices Start from | Tour Expert | Max Group Size | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/30/20 | 8 Days | $7,487 ex. flights | Harry Skeggs | 6 | AVAILABLE | Reserve your place |
Reserve your place on this group tour
Our travel experts have a wealth of first-hand knowledge, so if you have any questions about this escorted tour get in touch. They would love to help.
01285 601 784We look forward to you joining us on this tour.
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