Hi everyone
I am planning a photographic trip to north -western Namibia ,with a strong focus on desert- adapted elephants along the Hoanib River system and nearby river beds such as Hoarusib/ Aba-Huab/ Palmwag area.
I’ love to hear from photographers or experienced travellers who have actually spent time in this region and photographed desert elephants. I am especially interested in first hand experience rather than general tour info.
A few things I’d really appreciate.
Where along the Hoanib or surrounding river systems you had the most consistent elephant sightings
• Time of year/month you were there and how that affected sightings.
• Time of day that worked best for photography [ Early morning versus late afternoon,riverbed movement, etc.]
• Any specific areas,landmarks, camps,or sections of river that proved productive.
• whether you were self- drive or guided, and any thoughts on that from a photography point of view.
• Any practical photography tips for the area [ dust, light,lens choices, vehicle positioning,etc.]
I am very aware this is a remote and sensitive environment, so I’m approaching it with great respect for wildlife and local conditions- I’m mainly trying to to learn from those who’ve been fortunate to capture images of these incredible animals
In their natural desert habitat.
If you have posted images or trip reports I’d also love to be pointed in that direction.
Thanks very much in advance-any shared experience is hugely appreciated.
Gear isn’t a concern on my end.
I am running
[Canon R3/5D mk 1V, Canon 400 mm f/2.8,
70 -200 f/2.8] - so I’m really looking to learn from others.
experience in the field rather than equipment choices.
If you’ve posted images, trip reports, or location based threads elsewhere on DPR or beyond I’d really appreciate links.
Many many thanks
Regards
Pete.
I am planning a photographic trip to north -western Namibia ,with a strong focus on desert- adapted elephants along the Hoanib River system and nearby river beds such as Hoarusib/ Aba-Huab/ Palmwag area.
I’ love to hear from photographers or experienced travellers who have actually spent time in this region and photographed desert elephants. I am especially interested in first hand experience rather than general tour info.
A few things I’d really appreciate.
Where along the Hoanib or surrounding river systems you had the most consistent elephant sightings
• Time of year/month you were there and how that affected sightings.
• Time of day that worked best for photography [ Early morning versus late afternoon,riverbed movement, etc.]
• Any specific areas,landmarks, camps,or sections of river that proved productive.
• whether you were self- drive or guided, and any thoughts on that from a photography point of view.
• Any practical photography tips for the area [ dust, light,lens choices, vehicle positioning,etc.]
I am very aware this is a remote and sensitive environment, so I’m approaching it with great respect for wildlife and local conditions- I’m mainly trying to to learn from those who’ve been fortunate to capture images of these incredible animals
In their natural desert habitat.
If you have posted images or trip reports I’d also love to be pointed in that direction.
Thanks very much in advance-any shared experience is hugely appreciated.
Gear isn’t a concern on my end.
I am running
[Canon R3/5D mk 1V, Canon 400 mm f/2.8,
70 -200 f/2.8] - so I’m really looking to learn from others.
experience in the field rather than equipment choices.
If you’ve posted images, trip reports, or location based threads elsewhere on DPR or beyond I’d really appreciate links.
Many many thanks
Regards
Pete.