Kruger National Park        at Night

Moonrise over the Letaba river at Letaba camp in the Kruger National ParkMoonrise over the Letaba river at Letaba camp
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Here is a gallery of some of the night photographs that we, the authors of the Photographer's Guide to the Greater Kruger National Park, have captured on our many visits to the world-famous Kruger National Park. 

We could not imagine staying in the parks and not photographing after the sun goes down!

We have photographed lions, leopards, cheetah, caracal, porcupine, African wild cats, genets, bush babies, civet, owls and more, mostly from the camps, what we call the ‘Sofa Safari’. 

The issue of using spotlights and flashes can be a hotly debated one but I think it’s like anything else, some people will abuse the item while others will use it responsibly.  

I think these comments from Brendon Cremer sum up the situation nicely… 

“In recent months we have once again seen photographers come into the firing line on social media platforms regarding what some people see as unethical / conservation issues which are completely unfounded statements or are rather based on personal opinion rather than based on fact.

Some of these being the ongoing bashing of photographers for the use of spotlights and flashes on nocturnal animals, which is said to blind and disable them, a statement that is complete nonsense…  

Please people, let's rather look at all the good that photographers do for conservation through various efforts around the world… the point is, lets focus on real issues rather than seeking attention with biased and personal opinions”. 

Here is a balanced article, based on scientific research, that discusses whether flash photography harms animals.

Night Images Captured from and inside the camps

This image of a mother Leopard and her 3 cubs was captured in winter from the Punda Maria hide in the Kruger National ParkA mother Leopard and her 3 cubs image captured from the Punda Maria hide
Scorpion image taken at night in Mopane tree in Letaba camp in the Kruger National ParkScorpion image taken at night in Mopane tree in Letaba
Milky Way above Baobab at Singo in Makuya Park near Pafuri in the Kruger National ParkMilky Way above Baobab at Singo near Pafuri
Bush baby eating Sausage tree flower in Punda Maria camp in the Kruger National ParkBush baby eating Sausage tree flower in Punda Maria camp
Buffalo bull at Punda Maria Hide in the Kruger National ParkBuffalo bull at Punda Maria Hide

Once the sun has set many visitors put their cameras away but you're then missing out on a whole new world of photography!

If you struggle to capture impressive night photographs then this eBook is for you! We have been visiting the Kruger Park for more than twenty years and in this eBook we provide all our tips and techniques on what subjects to photograph in and from the camps and then how to best photograph them. 

Should you wish to get the eBook, click on the book cover above, then click 'Add to Cart' where you'll see a button called 'Add Promo Code'. Click on it then add the word K2K and the 33% discount will be automatically applied. This code is valid until the end of the month, so don't delay!

"Planning a Kruger trip? A new guide by pro photographers holds the key to good pictures. 

Learn from the folks who spent 517 days in the park and make your photos sing!" 

- Romi Boom, Editor of Wildcard Magazine, South Africa

Milky way at Lukimbi Safari Lodge in the Kruger National ParkMilky way at Lukimbi Safari Lodge in the Kruger
Leopard walking past our tent at Tamboti Camp in the Kruger National ParkLeopard walking past our tent at Tamboti Camp
Bush baby on the fence in front of our tent in Punda Maria Camp in the Kruger National ParkBush baby on the fence in front of our tent in Punda Maria
Genet on fence at Punda Maria in the Kruger National ParkGenet on the fence at Punda Maria
African Civet walking past Punda Mara Hide in the Kruger National ParkAfrican Civet walking past Punda Mara Hide
Elephant drinking at the waterhole at Boulders in the Kruger National ParkElephant drinking at the waterhole at Boulders camp
Stars at Buffelshoek camp in the Manyeleti Game Reserve in the Greater Kruger National ParkStars at Buffelshoek camp
Stars at Ndzhaka camp in the Manyeleti Game Reserve in the Greater Kruger National ParkStars at Ndzhaka camp
Bush baby posing for us at our tent in Punda Maria camp in the Kruger National ParkBush baby posing for us at our tent in Punda Maria camp
Genet sitting on our tent deck at Punda Maria camp in the Kruger National ParkGenet sitting on our tent deck at Punda Maria camp

The majority of these Kruger National Park night photographs were captured from the restcamps and lodges when we were on our vacations, which are anything from a few days over a long weekend, to annual holidays of 14-17 days duration.

Should you wish to get the eBook, click on the book cover above, then click 'Add to Cart' where you'll see a button called 'Add Promo Code' - click on it then add the word K2K and the 33% discount will be automatically applied. This code is valid until the end of the month, so don't delay!

"...the majority of images are really impressive, each chosen for a practical reason, sometimes annotated to stress a point.

The authors clearly know what they are doing. For decades they have mapped their sightings, and in explaining how they achieved their images, they’re sharing invaluable tips on understanding wildlife behavior, reading the signs and getting yourself in the best position for the shot. 
There is a phenomenal wealth of information here; real substance."

- Craig Rix, Editor,Travel Africa Magazine, UK

Milky way image taken in Sabi Sands in the Greater Kruger National ParkMilky way image taken in Sabi Sands
Leopard drinking at Boulders camp waterhole in the Kruger National ParkLeopard drinking at Boulders camp waterhole
Elephant drinking at Punda Maria Hide in the Kruger National parkElephant drinking at Punda Maria Hide
Leopard coming to drink at Punda Maria Hide in the Kruger National ParkLeopard coming to drink at Punda Maria Hide
Civet waiting outside our tent in Punda Maria camp in the Kruger National ParkCivet waiting outside our tent in Punda Maria camp
Palms and stars at Shingwedzi camp in the Kruger National ParkPalms and stars at Shingwedzi camp
Papenfus Clock tower in Skukuza camp in the Kruger National ParkPapenfus Clock tower in Skukuza camp
Bush baby caught in the act at Punda Maria Camp in the Kruger National ParkBush baby caught in the act in Punda Maria Camp
Male lions walking in front of our tent at Lower Sabie camp in the Kruger National ParkMale lions walking in front of our tent at Lower Sabie camp
Black and White image of a Leopard drinking at Punda Maria Hide in the Northern Kruger National ParkBlack and White image of a Leopard drinking at Punda Maria Hide
Pearl spotted owlet in Pretoriuskop camp in the Kruger National ParkPearl spotted owlet in Pretoriuskop
Genet in tree outside our tent in Punda Maria camp in the Kruger National ParkGenet in tree outside our tent in Punda Maria camp
Stars at Shimuwini Bush Camp in the Kruger National ParkStars at Shimuwini Bush Camp
Ultra violet lit Scorpion with venom droplet, image taken in the Kruger National ParkUltra violet lit Scorpion with venom droplet in Satara camp

Night Images Captured on Night Drives

Image of Male lion taken on a guided game drive in the Pafuri area in the Kruger National ParkMale lion taken on a guided game drive in the Pafuri area
Leopard image taken on a Guided Night Drive in the Sabi Sands in the Greater Kruger National ParkLeopard image taken on a Guided Night Drive in the Sabi Sands

Should you wish to get the Kruger eBook, click on the above book cover, then click 'Add to Cart' where you'll see a button called 'Add Promo Code'. Click on it then add the word K2K and the 33% discount will be automatically applied. This code is valid until the end of the month, so don't delay!

"This is an indispensable guide to getting the best out of Kruger, camera in hand or not!”

Caroline Webb, Associate Editor, Getaway Magazine, South Africa

Rhino image taken on a night drive in the Sabi Sands in the Greater Kruger National ParkRhino image taken on a night drive in the Sabi Sands
Lion backlit image taken on a night drive in the Sabi Sands in the Greater Kruger National ParkBacklit Lion image taken in the Sabi Sands
Lion walking image taken in Sabi Sands in the Greater Kruger National ParkLion walking in Sabi Sands
Spotted Hyena, image taken on a guided night drive at Umkumbe Lodge in Sabi Sands in the Greater Kruger National ParkSpotted Hyena at Umkumbe Lodge in Sabi Sands
Lizard Buzzard image taken on a night drive at Bongani Mountain Lodge in the Greater Kruger National ParkLizard Buzzard at Bongani Mountain Lodge
Pels Fishing Owl image taken on a night drive in the Pafuri area in the Kruger National ParkPels Fishing Owl taken on a night drive in the Pafuri area
Male lion image taken on a Guided Night drive in the Timbavati Game Reserve in the Greater Kruger National ParkMale lion image taken on a Guided Night drive in the Timbavati Game Reserve
Pels Fishing owl image taken on a night drive from the Luvuvhu Bridge in the Pafuri area in the Kruger National ParkPels Fishing owl taken from the Luvuvhu Bridge in Pafuri
African Wildcat taken on a night drive with Lukimbi Safari Lodge in the Kruger National ParkAfrican Wildcat taken on a night drive with Lukimbi Safari Lodge
Leopard image taken at blue hour on a night drive at Lukimbi Safari Lodge in the Kruger National ParkLeopard image taken at blue hour at Lukimbi Safari Lodge
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