ANN AVEYARD  PHOTOGRAPHY

I've recently completed my 2nd safari in the Masai Mara with Ann. Everything was meticulously planned. From airport arrival, to transportation, to the Nairobi hotel and Wilson Airport the following morning.

Governors Camp was superb. Located on the bank of the Mara River, with excellent catering, lovely staff and first class accommodation. More akin to glamping than sleeping in a tent. The guide Ann always chooses is Mike Masai, a skilful, thoughtful driver, who knows the Masai Mara intimately. His knowledge of the wildlife is excellent.

The trip was thoroughly enjoyable and I have no hesitation in recommending one of Ann's safari trips.

I am running out of superlatives when it comes to reviewing Ann’s photographic safaris. I have now been on six and each one has proved how generous Ann is with her time in advising how to make the most out of one’s camera. She is also an excellent organizer and everything has always gone smoothly from arrival in Nairobi to our departure. The only things

you have to take care of are your international flights and ETA ( visa) and currency. Back to the photographic safari Ann and Mike, our driver guide are extremely flexible. We may set off with an early morning plan but Mike will get an exciting tip off and the initial plan changes - it’s all part of the fun of being on safari with Ann as well as having an even more exciting photographic opportunity. What greater praise can I give Ann than that I am joining her again in June!! Thank you Ann.

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I’ve now been on 3 of Ann’s photographic safaris and am looking forward to many more.

Ann is the perfect host , so friendly and easy to get along with , always there for help on any photography questions you have , can’t praise her enough .

Governors camp is the perfect backdrop for the trip , accommodation is so comfortable and the camp makes you feel immersed in the African experience. But it’s the people you encounter that makes it extra special, the staff are brilliant and always have a smile on their faces and time to chat to you .

Last and definitely not least is Mike the guide Ann users , not only his an unbelievable guide,  spotting wildlife and explaining everything that’s occurring, but also the nicest man you’ll ever meet , so friendly and approachable.

So I cannot recommend Ann’s tours enough , I’m already booked up for another one and there will certainly be more after that .

I got back from my recent safari with Ann and was still buzzing. The safari had so many surprises and such special moments plus Ann was always ready to give help and guidance on best settings etc for photos. She is also a supreme organiser and everything from the moment two of us arrived at Nairobi airport ran smoothly. Governor’s Camp our base for the safari is lovely with good food, friendly service and comfortable tents. Ann always arranges for the same Governor’s driver, Mike, to be our guide. Not only is Mike a good driver he is an excellent spotter who also seems to know where animals are heading so we get the best position to photograph them as they come towards us. What more can I bsay than I can hardly wait to go on my next two safaris with Ann next year. Asante Sana Ann and Mike

I have just returned from ten days in Kenya on one of Ann’s photographic safaris. I have travelled extensively with my husband through the years but am a timid solo traveller.  I had nothing to worry about; from my first contact with Ann, she set my mind at ease.  Her attention to every tiny detail is exemplary: from the initial booking, through every aspect of planning for the trip – documentation required, maps, where best to source malaria tablets, suggestions for equipment, clothes to pack – Ann thinks of everything.

Once arrived in Kenya, Ann has everything in place – FastTrack through security, transport, accommodation and a guide in Nairobi. And so to the Mara … There is nothing on this planet to compare with a stay at Governors’ Camp in the Masai Mara and this is a second home to Ann so we were treated like royalty by all the staff. I unfortunately developed a chest infection while I was there. The medical service was extraordinary. There is a resident doctor in the camp and my required medication was flown in from Nairobi!  

A good guide is the core element required to ensure a successful stay at Governors. Mike (Ann’s chosen guide) is not just a ‘good’ guide, he is an exceptional guide. We spent long days out on game drives but the days flew by as Mike drove us with consummate skill to each successive extraordinary sighting. He always knew exactly where to place the jeep (well-trained by Ann I imagine!) to try for that perfect shot.

Nothing is too much trouble for Ann. I cannot recommend her photographic safaris highly enough.

Brilliant day out with you Ann. Thank you so much for your gentle guidance on shooting red squirrels. My first ever time both on Brownsea and for red squirrels. Your knowledge of their habits really helped with positioning. The light helped build on that knowledge to give some superb images. Thank you.

Red Squirrel Workshop

Brownsea Island

Ann. What an amazing day. Thank you so much from Kirsty and myself for your guidance and expertise. We both said how relaxed we felt with you and that you guided us to places to be where the background or lighting was better, encouraging us to get down and dirty 😃.

Your passion and enthusiasm for wildlife shone through in boatloads.

I finally saw and photographed red squirrels 🐿️ ☺️. I am one very happy lady.

Thank you again for a fabulous day. It’s one I certainly won’t forget.

Now to go through those photos 🫣☺️.

Selina Ralph

I had a very enjoyable and successful day with Ann at Brownsea Island photographing red squirrels. Managed to get some great shots with Ann providing really useful instruction and advice throughout the day. This will certainly help my wildlife photography in the future. Thankyou again, Ann