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women-only photo safari

17 September 2025

A Women-Only Photo Safari in Botswana

Find out how our guests experience this trip. ...

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Youth learning photography skills at Ibali workshop in South Africa

18 August 2025

Introducing Ibali: Nonprofit Photography Workshops in South Africa

An inspiring participatory photography program in Cape Town ...

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Two scarlet macaws sitting on a branch in the rainforest

13 August 2025

Capturing Costa Rica: A Q&A with Wildlife Photographer & Guide Adi Ringer

Wildlife photographer and guide Adi Ringer talks fieldwork, conservation, and what it takes to capture Costa Rica’s most elusive species ...

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A boat-billed heron perched on a branch

10 August 2025

Photography Packing List for Costa Rica: What to Bring

A practical gear guide for photographers heading to Costa Rica ...

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photographer Charlotte Arthun

24 July 2025

Into the Wild with Charlotte Arthun

Tips & insights by photographer Charlotte Arthun ...

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Man smiling with a camera on a sunny street

4 July 2025

Capturing Change: Stories from the Field

Humanitarian photography volunteer Yariv Doron shares his experience. ...

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sam team member

1 July 2025

Recommended Gear for Your Photo Safari

Wildlife photographer Sam Turley shares what's in his camera bag. ...

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Man with a camera on a tripod in the desert

26 June 2025

Packing for a Photo Tour: What Gear Should You Bring?

Wondering what equipment you need? Photographer Emil von Maltitz shares some tips. ...

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Three schoolgirls in uniform posing playfully

25 June 2025

Behind the Scenes of a Nonprofit Photography Program

A glimpse into Julie Jaeger's experience in South Africa ...

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a smiling woman washing clothes by hand in a large plastic basin outdoors

20 February 2025

Storytelling Photography Tips

Insights from humanitarian photographer Anna Lusty. ...

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A crab holding a small black turtle hatchling on a sandy beach

24 January 2025

Presenting the Winners of our Travel Photography Competition!

Drumroll please... we have our winners! ...

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Northern lights glowing green and purple over a snowy forest at night

16 January 2025

Travel Photo Competition Finalists – Landscape Category

Meet the finalists in the landscape category. ...

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Close-up of an elephant walking past a safari vehicle in the grasslands.

11 October 2024

Pointing your lens towards impact

Would you like to point your lens towards impact? You might find our guide to photography volunteering abroad useful! ...

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A tired puppy resting in someone's arms

9 October 2024

Insights from an NGO Photography Workshop

Stories and images from a humanitarian photography project in Zambia. ...

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Q&A with Photographer Alan Hewitt – Get to know your Photo Tour Leader

8 July 2024

Q&A with Photographer Alan Hewitt – Get to know your Photo Tour Leader

We visit so many incredible areas in fantastic reserves with such a diverse range of species, to narrow it down is very difficult! ...

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Q&A with Photographer Will Hall – Get to know your Photo Tour Leader

Q&A with Photographer Will Hall – Get to know your Photo Tour Leader

Get to know your UK workshop Photographer, Will Hall ...

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A Brief History of Humanitarian Photography

4 December 2020

A Brief History of Humanitarian Photography

Humanitarian photography is a powerful storytelling tool. This post explores how humanitarian photography became the global movement it is t ...

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Conservation Photography and Climate Change

9 October 2020

Conservation Photography and Climate Change

Want to make a difference in the climate movement as a photographer? Find out how you can use conservation photography to do so. ...

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On Becoming a Humanitarian Photographer

16 September 2020

On Becoming a Humanitarian Photographer

Are you a passionate photographer? Here's why exploring the field of humanitarian photography can be a start of an inspiring career for you. ...

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5 Powerful Conservation Photography Projects

28 August 2020

5 Powerful Conservation Photography Projects

5 impactful Conservation Photography projects that help us understand why photography is a powerful tool for wildlife conservationists. ...

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Nonprofit Photography: The Power of Images

13 August 2020

Nonprofit Photography: The Power of Images

Nonprofit photography has the potential to raise awareness for important causes. We explored the power and limitations of this genre of phot ...

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How to give back through photography

10 July 2020

How to give back through photography

How to give back through photography: here are seven ways you can generate a positive impact through your photography skills. ...

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8 Questions for Humanitarian Photographer Anna Lusty

17 April 2020

8 Questions for Humanitarian Photographer Anna Lusty

Find out more about humanitarian photographer Anna Lusty, who we can proudly call one of our guides at Penda Photo Tours. ...

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6 Questions for Wildlife Photographer Mark Fernley

29 November 2019

6 Questions for Wildlife Photographer Mark Fernley

Wildlife photography in the Amazon: find out more about the photographer who guides our workshops and internships in the Peruvian Amazon! ...

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5 Reasons For Doing Nonprofit Photography Internship in Cape Town

25 November 2019

5 Reasons For Doing Nonprofit Photography Internship in Cape Town

Photography Internship: Here's why doing a nonprofit photography internship in Cape Town might be the best thing you'll ever do! Written by ...

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5 Reasons to Join a Photography Volunteer Project in South Africa

14 June 2019

5 Reasons to Join a Photography Volunteer Project in South Africa

If you approach a photography volunteer project with the mindset of wanting to inspire change and make a difference, we truly believe that y ...

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The 5 Best Street Photography Accounts on Instagram

23 May 2019

The 5 Best Street Photography Accounts on Instagram

Looking for inspiring street photography Instagram accounts? Discover the 5 most inspiring street photographers to check out and follow on I ...

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5 Best Landscape Photography Instagram Accounts

11 March 2019

5 Best Landscape Photography Instagram Accounts

Looking for some landscape photography inspiration? Check out the top 5 best landscape photography accounts on Instagram! ...

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5 Best Wildlife Photography Instagram Accounts

27 February 2019

5 Best Wildlife Photography Instagram Accounts

Need some inspiration for your photography? Check out the top 5 best wildlife photography instagram accounts we selected for you! ...

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The Power and Limitations of Conservation Photography

17 January 2019

The Power and Limitations of Conservation Photography

Conservation photography; when they tell they tell the right story, wildlife pictures have the potential to positively impact conservation e ...

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The Ibali Photo Collective Comes Full Circle

20 December 2017

The Ibali Photo Collective Comes Full Circle

Penda Trust celebrated the completion of the pilot program with the Ibali photo exhibition displaying the students’ best pieces at the Veg ...

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Ibali: Using Photography to Educate & Elevate

27 October 2017

Ibali: Using Photography to Educate & Elevate

The mission of our aligned NGO, Penda Trust, is to use photography as an impetus for change. ...

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Find Your Ideal Photo Tour – Take Our Quiz!

5 October 2017

Find Your Ideal Photo Tour – Take Our Quiz!

Photography workshops are the best way to improve your craft. Take our quiz and find out the best photography workshop for you! ...

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Useful Things To Know When Planning A Trip to Cuba

22 June 2017

Useful Things To Know When Planning A Trip to Cuba

Cuba truly is a photographer’s paradise. To make sure you can concentrate and capturing that perfect image, here are our top 10 Cuba trav ...

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What Makes Photography Holidays Unique

22 May 2017

What Makes Photography Holidays Unique

If you’re a keen traveler and you love to take pictures, a photo tour might be the perfect way to visit the next destination on your Bucke ...

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6 Questions for Photographer Lucia Griggi

3 May 2017

6 Questions for Photographer Lucia Griggi

Lucia Griggi is a multi-award winning photographer with a vivid body of work. She combines modern and classic styles to create her distinct ...

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How to Contribute to Conservation Photography

15 March 2017

How to Contribute to Conservation Photography

Hone your photography skills, take amazing wildlife images, and make your photography count for wildlife conservation. ...

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How to Pack for an African Photo Safari

19 February 2017

How to Pack for an African Photo Safari

African Photo Safari Tour is one of the best way to explore your art of photography. To get best experience visit Penda Photo Tours. ...

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6 Questions for Wildlife Photographer Trai Anfield

8 January 2017

6 Questions for Wildlife Photographer Trai Anfield

Here are six questions for wildlife photographer Trai Anfield. Discover Trai's inspiration and goals as a photographer, as well as photograp ...

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6 Questions for Photographer Barrett Hedges

22 November 2016

6 Questions for Photographer Barrett Hedges

To better understand his approach, we asked Barrett to share what motivates him and his goals in photography. ...

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6 Questions for Kaleel Zibe

28 April 2016

6 Questions for Kaleel Zibe

If you join the Masai Mara Wildlife Photography Workshop, you'll be lucky enough to improve your wildlife photography through Kaleel's tutor ...

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6 Questions for Alan Hewitt

17 April 2016

6 Questions for Alan Hewitt

If you join one of our photo safaris, you might get the opportunity to learn from UK based photographer Alan Hewitt, focusing on wildlife an ...

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6 Questions for Photographer Sarah Isaacs

17 March 2016

6 Questions for Photographer Sarah Isaacs

Based in Cape Town, Sarah has a passion for portrait and documentary photography while exploring the social and economic challenges South Af ...

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