Africa offers a diverse and exciting array of safari experiences and at Umlingo we know that for wildlife photography lovers, her best-kept secrets secrets lie hidden in some of the wildlife reserves that offer dedicated photographic hides.

A hide is a concealed, purpose-built structure that allows photographers as well as nature enthusiasts to discreetly observe and photograph wildlife in their natural habitat, up-close-and-personal. These hides are always strategically placed near waterholes, salt licks or other areas frequented by animals, ensuring excellent wildlife traffic.

Designed to blend seamlessly into their environment, hides prevent the animals from being disturbed, allowing for more natural behaviour to be observed and photographed than you would get from a game drive vehicle or on foot. Many are positioned at water level or are made from robust shipping containers sunk into the ground, providing unique angles for dramatic and intimate shots and reflections of wildlife

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