Zambia South Luangwa Valley of the Leopard

  • Dates: June 20th, 2026 - June 27th, 2026
  • Spaces Left: 10 (Maximum 10 Photographers)
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WORKSHOP AT A GLANCE

This bespoke, custom-tailored workshop to the Valley of the Leopard in South Luangwa in Zambia, is for keen and passionate wildlife photographers who want to capture dramatic and evocative photographs of Leopards and other African cats. The Valley of the Leopard is widely regarded as one of the best places in the world to photograph Leopards, and this safari workshop has been maximised to give us the best possible opportunities. We have a small group size and personal, one-on-one tuition for the duration of the workshop. There will also be other wildlife opportunities during this workshop, although our primary focus is Leopards. We have a small group size and personal, one-on-one tuition for the duration of the workshop. Private rooms are available, and there is no single supplement for Wild Nature Photo Travel Team Members.

  • Dates: 20th June 2026 until 27th June 2026 (Duration 7 Nights / 8 Days)
  • Investment: $9,990 USD (Deposit to secure place $3,000 USD)
  • Participants: Maximum 10 Photographers plus leader
  • Start and Finish: Mfuwe Airport, Zambia
  • Trip Leaders: Joshua Holko Master Photog II
  • Fitness Level: Easy
  • Temperature: Hot
  • Experience Level: Beginner to Professional

ABOUT THIS WORKSHOP

In June 2026, I will lead a first-time workshop for Leopards and other African cats for just ten photographers to the Valley of the Leopard in South Luangwa, Zambia.

We will be based in Chikunto in South Luangwa Park for this workshop and staying in a luxury tented camp. Chikunto Safari Lodge is ideally located inside South Luangwa National Park, a 50-minute game drive from the National Park's Mfuwe gate. With panoramic views out over the Luangwa River and flanked by rolling plains, plateaus, and miombo vegetation, the camp/lodge is located in an area of distinctive natural beauty and in a location renowned for its density and variety of wildlife. Temperatures at this time of year will hover around 25º-35º Celsius.

We will use 4WD safari vehicles to commute from our camp and search the terrain for the leopards and other cats. We will also have walking safari options for ground and eye-level photography. All transfers, all meals, tailored game viewing activities (day and night) / walking safaris / cultural excursions, and all drinks (excluding premium brands and discretionary gratuities) are included in the workshop cost.

Leopards are among the hardest-to-find wild cats on earth. All participants understand that there are no guarantees. However, every effort will be made to see and photograph Leopards using local guides and trackers skilled at locating the cats. Please use the register button at the bottom of this page to register your interest. Places are extremely limited, and once spoken for, that's it.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

A deposit of $4,000 USD must be made at the time of booking to secure your place, with the balance due 120 DAYS before the workshop commencement date. Deposit Methods Accepted: Credit card Visa/Master (+3%) or Direct Deposit / Wire Transfer.

Refunds and Cancellations: Our standard workshop policy requires an initial non-refundable deposit for the reservation of your space and your payment balance in full 120 days before the commencement of the workshop date unless otherwise noted. If we do not receive the balance on or before the due date, and we are unable to get in contact with you via the contact details you have provided, we will try to fill your spot off the waiting list. At our discretion, we may apply your deposit to be used for another workshop within one year. Please note that price increases may apply in this instance.

If the workshop is cancelled for any reason, your deposit will be refunded in full. Wild Nature Photo Travel Pty Ltd., trading as Joshua Holko Photography and Joshua Holko, is not responsible for any financial commitments that registered attendees have with third parties such as airlines or other travel services.

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Travel Insurance: You must purchase travel and evacuation insurance in the event of illness or any other emergency that delays or otherwise prevents you from travelling on the trip. Wild Nature Photo Travel partners with and recommends Global Rescue for Evacuation and Medical insurance.

REGISTER FOR THIS WORKSHOP

If you are excited about travelling to Africa to photograph Leopards with a small group of like-minded, passionate photographers, now is the time to register your interest. Places are extremely limited, and once spoken for, that's it.