All African animal sanctuaries and national parks are unique, each with its own drawcard that appeals to visitors. The basin of Etosha National Park in Namibia brings us back every year. Each basin has its own characteristics, and during the dry season (June-October) these basins are the attraction of the game, making Etosha a paradise for wildlife photographers.
Visitors to Etosha want to see and take pictures of as many animals as possible, but in that case they usually only have a few days. Here’s a list of all your favorite basins that stretch from Okauquejo camp in the west to Namtoni camp in the east, and tips on how to save valuable time, watch games and improve wildlife photography. To do.
Okauque Jorest Camp Area:
Okaukuejo -This must be Etosha’s most popular basin. There is a constant procession of animals from morning till night that can be seen from inside the camp. It is recommended to sit in the basin from just before the sun rises to around 9am. This light is perfect for photography where the sun is shining in front of you over your shoulder. When I saw the hyenas and lions drinking and the pigeons started flying in the black-backed jackal, I was able to chase them and take great action photos. Elephants, herds of Springbok, wildebeests, gemsbok and zebras come to drink, so you won’t be disappointed to sit in the basin for the rest of the day.
Whether you’re staying in a basin or going for a drive, make sure you’re back just before sunset, as the sunset creates a stunning silhouette and underwater reflections. After the floodlights turn on, the black rhino is also fighting. As a lion killing after the sun goes down!
Hemsbock Vracte -We recommend visiting this basin in the afternoon-here we have seen herds of Springbok, Gemsbok, elephants and zebras.
Orifants Bud -This is a morning basin that attracts elephants, zebras, black-faced impalas, giraffes, and red hartebeests. African wildcats are drinking here.
Nebrouniy -This basin is close to Okaukuejo, but I’m still drinking a lot of games here. I’ve seen hordes of elephants, zebras, Springbok, Gemsbok, ostriches and giraffes. Because the basin is small, the elephants tend to be aggressive with each other, which makes for a nice action photo. Lighting suitable for shooting in the morning and afternoon.
Okondeka -The light is best in the afternoon. For landscapes, this should be one of the best basins in the park. The basin is at the edge of the pot, and animals come to drink from miles away, so you can take pictures of animal masses that stretch for miles. I’ve seen giraffes, zebras, Springbok, Gemsbok, ostriches, and wildebeests all gathering in the plains around the basin. There is also the pride of the lion dwellers hiding in the dunes to ambush animals.
Harari Rest Camp Area:
Moringa -This basin is seen from the inside of Harari Camp and has floodlights. In the morning there are usually only a few small herds of animals to drink here, but in the evenings the action begins and a herd of elephants, black rhinos, lions and leopards appears!
Goa -Our favorite basin in this area. I’ve seen elephants, hordes of black-faced impalas, black rhinos, lions, and leopards. Lighting is good in the morning and afternoon.
Salvadora -There is a wonderful background of plains and pots. Zebras love to drink here, and I’ve seen a herd of about 2000 zebras drinking in this basin. It provides the best lighting in the morning.
Rietfontein -This basin has a large plain around it, and you can see animals approaching from a distance. The lighting for photography is best in the afternoon.
Homobu -Here I saw some leopards as well as a small flock of kudus and wildebeests. The morning light is the best.
Namtonirest Camp Area:
Namutoni -This basin is observed from inside the camp and has floodlights. Except at sunset, hundreds of red-billed querches roosted and backlit their wings to enter and exit the reeds, but no good sightings were available. If you’re lucky, watch out for giraffes and get a silhouette against the backdrop of the setting sun. The fort also has a platform where you can monitor Claire and other animals.
Klein Nam Toni -Provides the best lighting in the afternoon, but may provide a nice silhouette in the morning. I’ve seen giraffes, hyenas, lions, leopards and elephants drinking here.
Chudop -This basin has a floating island of reeds and is very scenic. We provide lighting suitable for photography in the morning and afternoon.
Kalkheuwel -This basin faces south, making it suitable for all-day photography. The basin attracts many animals and is so close to the parking lot that you don’t need a long lens to take good pictures!
Pinch the palm -I’ve mainly seen zebras here, but two palm trees are perfect for morning photos and late afternoon silhouettes.
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