Wildlife Photographic Safari Guide to Zululand, South Africa

I grew up in Zululand in the 70’s and had the privilege of growing up in an area filled with Wild Animals, pristine lakes, beaches, Game Reserves and home to over 500 bird species. From a young age I had an interest in illustrations of the natural world, which later developed into Photography. During 2025 I was voted as Finalist in no less than two International Photographic Competitions.

I’m truly passionate about the place I grew up in as a young boy. I have firsthand experience and knowledge of Wildlife and Bird Photography in Zululand. In this guide I aim to share the diverse beauty this place has to offer and assist you in planning your own African Photo Safari to Zululand.

Zululand is different to other large parks like Kruger, in the sense that you have more variety of ecosystems in a smaller geographical area, offering incredible value for money. This guide is designed to help you capture those memorable images of Zululand.

Whether you’re using a mirrorless camera or a DSLR, the challenge is the similar: getting your camera settings right, being in the right location at the right time and with the right people that will assist you up to capture incredible images. Helping you to capture images that will stand out from average photos.

Inside this book, you’ll learn how to:

  • Plan a safari that suits your time and budget that maximizes photographic opportunities.

  • Itineraries, places to stay and visit that can save you a lot of research time.

  • Contacts for guides and excursions

  • Choose the right gear without overspending and how to travel with it.

  • Understand animal behaviour to anticipate the shot.

  • Best camera settings for wildlife action.

  • Photo editing tips using Camera RAW and Light Room. (including links to free editing tutorial videos)

This is practical, first handed guidance that you can use.

This Guide is available in pdf download eBook format in the Shop section of my website www.deoncamera.com

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