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Blackwood Safaris : Wildlife Photography Tours
Beginner Photographer? Experienced Enthusiast? Karen Blackwood personally guides the best small group wildlife safari expedition trips, designed for YOU.
Africa • Antarctica • The Arctic • The Americas
AFRICA
Big 5, Big Cats, Elephants, Giraffes, Gorillas, Great Migration
South Africa • Kenya • Tanzania • Rwanda • Uganda • Botswana • Namibia
THE AMERICAS
Jaguars, Otters, Anteaters, Wolves, Bears & Birds Galore
Patagonia (Chile) • Pantanal (Brazil) • Peru • Argentina • Alaska • Colorado
ANTARCTICA
Penguins, Seabirds, Seals, Whales, Blue Ice
Antarctica • South Georgia • Falklands • Antarctic Circle
THE ARCTIC
Polar Bears, Reindeer, Beluga Whales, Arctic Birds
Explore Inside the Arctic Circle
Egyptian Eclipse Trip
Special 11-day Tour of Egypt to catch the total solar eclipse
July 24–August 3, 2027
From $7,800
From Africa to the Americas, from Antarctica to the Arctic, Karen Blackwood will guide you to ethical wildlife safaris while offering you expert photography instruction. Your itinerary will be crafted to put you in the best place at the best time:
- Big 5, Great Migration, Gorillas, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes and incredible birding in Africa
- Jaguars, pumas, guanacos, giant anteaters and otters and the most dense birdlife in Pantanal and Patagonia in South America, plus a Peru birding trip that includes Macchu Picchu
- Endangered penguins, fur seals, whales, wandering albatross and millions of seabirds in Antarctica
- Polar bears, walrus, reindeer and beluga whales inside the Arctic Circle
- Black and grizzly bears, eagles, moose, elk, bison and birds in North America
Travel solo, with family or with friends. You’ll learn camera settings, wildlife tracking and behavior, composition, storytelling, and fun photography tricks with like-minded nature lovers–your tribe–on small-group tours.
Are you a beginner or experienced photographer who wants a professional mentor by your side to help you take better wildlife photos? Or someone who just wants to have the best view at the best time to go on safari? “Someday” isn’t going to happen until you hit BOOK. Join wildlife photographer Karen Blackwood on exclusive, ethical and unforgettable small group photo safaris to premier destinations on four continents plus the Arctic Circle:
South Africa • Kenya • Tanzania • Rwanda • Uganda • Botswana • Namibia • Egypt • Brazil • Chile • Argentina • Alaska • Washington • Colorado • Antarctica • South Georgia • Falklands • Arctic Circle • Svalbard and more!
Non-photographers and phone cameras are always feel welcome and included on our trips.
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Testimonials
Highly recommend this amazing company!
“I’ve been on 2 separate trips with Karen at Blackwood Safaris. Each trip was absolutely amazing. Karen is so thorough and plans every detail for you. All you have to do is show up, and you will have the experience of a lifetime. My first trip was a Big 5 Safari with Karen in South Africa, and I was blown away. One of the best trips I’ve ever experienced, and I’ve traveled all over the world. My second trip was with my mother, and we had such an amazing time with Karen. My mom still talks about it every time we are together. Karen is amazing at planning every detail, and I can’t wait for my next trip with her and Blackwood Safaris.”
Excellent accommodations and arranged tours!
“What an excellent experience we had with Karen! She was professional and thorough in all she arranged for us. Everything was as she described when we purchased our trip. Very helpful in finding accommodations on our way there. We saw the Big 5 right away and had excellent encounters with them! We enjoyed the trip completely and were very pleased and satisfied! Thank you!”
Great photography safari
“If you are looking for a safaris with emphasis on photography, you found the one! When a colleague and friend told me that a spot was available on one of Karen’s trips to South Africa, I jumped in. The group on each game drive vehicle was kept intentionally small so you do not need to fight for elbow room. It was fantastic! The lodging and food were awesome and Karen is knowledgeable and caring. All transportation was organized so I only needed to worry about clicking on the shutter!”