5 Phenomenal Landscapes for Photographers
1) Akaroa, New Zealand
Sample rural New Zealand off the tourist trail in a spectacular coastal setting. Activities include hiking, biking, fishing, kayaking or sailing in this captivating landscape of hills, valleys and bays, with over 10 kilometers/6.2 miles of dramatic coastline. You can opt for fishing charters, day cruises, diving charters, dolphin-watching and dolphin-swimming tours, water skiing, jet boating and more.
2) Carrera Lake, Chile
Set in Patagonia, Carrera Lake is the second largest freshwater lake in South America and one of the world’s ten deepest lakes. Here you find the magnificent Marble Caves partially submerged in the turquoise waters of the lake. The marble system of caves is a network of what many consider to be the most beautiful caves in the world. The lake sits on the border of Chile and Argentina, with the caves located approximately in the middle on the Chile side. The caves can be explored by a small boat or kayak. This rare natural and unspoiled gem is currently threatened by plans to build a huge dam in the area.
3). Jamtara, India
Situated in the village of Jamtara, near Pench National Park, Jamtara Wilderness Camp is a 12-tent luxury property in the heart of rural Pench. Surrounded by tall Arjuna trees and an ancient Banyan rooted on a dry riverbed, each tented room overlooks the forest. Here you experience an India that has not yet joined the modern rush. The area is thought to be the original setting of Rudyard Kipling’s famous The Jungle Book. This park is also known for water rafting. It is the 19th Project Tiger Reserve and has remained one of the best-kept secrets among wildlife enthusiasts. The diverse wildlife include leopard, tiger, jungle cat, wild dog, sloth bear, wild boar, mongoose, gaur, spotted deer and sambar.
4) Southern Serengeti, Tanzania
In Tanzania, Mwiba Lodge is a secluded nine-tent camp set among massive stone boulders, ancient coral trees and acacias, overlooking a rocky gorge on the Arugusinyai River. This former hunting area is now a private 60,000-acre wildlife reserve adjoining the southern Serengeti bordering onto Ngorongoro Conservation Area’s westernmost boundary. It was established to improve conservation efforts and expand the wildlife viewing areas to the south of Serengeti National Park. The Serengeti wildebeest migration reaches this area between December and April. You can participate in walks with Mwiba scouts to explore the bush, savor an authentic cultural experience at the local community, savor morning and night game drives and enjoy cycling.
5)Eastern Cape, South Africa
This well-established reserve in South Africa’s malaria-free Eastern Cape is home to all the Big Five and much more. It is an easy drive from Port Elizabeth, and is close to the coast so you can also enjoy a day at the beach in addition to canoeing, fishing, river cruises and bush walks and safari game drives. At the main lodge, sleek, contemporary spaces are comfortably furnished for relaxation with a beautiful swimming pool.