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Jaren A Fernley

East African Wildlife Photography Portfolio

Professional wildlife photography from Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda — showcasing African species, behavior, and safari landscapes

This curated wildlife photography portfolio highlights images captured across East Africa, including Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda, during both guided and independent photographic safaris.

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East Africa is one of the most sought-after destinations for wildlife photography, offering opportunities to photograph the Big Five and countless other species in their natural habitats. This portfolio features African wildlife photography from Kenya’s Maasai Mara, Tanzania’s Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, and Uganda’s forest ecosystems — all captured under real field conditions.

baby spotted hyena walking in the green grass in Kidepo Valley National Park - Uganda
young lion in greenery uganda photo safari
patas monkey in the green grass in Kidepo Valley National Park - Uganda
Mother baboon drinking from Shompole waterhole with baby on its back
small lion cub photographed in the serengeti national park

As a professional wildlife photographer working extensively in East Africa, I focus on authentic behavior and ethical practices. My work is often done on solo expeditions or small-team safaris, allowing me to spend quality time tracking wildlife, reading behavior, and photographing moments that reflect true life on safari.

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Included in this collection are images from some of East Africa’s best safari photography locations — such as the Great Migration crossings in the Mara River, elephant herds in Amboseli, lion dynamics in the Serengeti, and primates in Uganda’s Kibale and Bwindi forests. Each image is taken in the wild, with no baiting or manipulation.

vervet monkey photographed in tarangire national park
vulture on a carcass in the serengeti national park
baboon mother with baby in lake manyara national park
vulturine guinea fowl in samburu national reserve
Young elephant calf in Serengeti national park
mother lion growling at her young cub who is walking on her back
buffalo looking to the left for a side profile photogaph

This gallery demonstrates how natural light, animal behavior, and thoughtful timing come together in high-quality safari photography. If you’re preparing for a wildlife photography tour in East Africa, these images represent the types of moments that become possible through patience, positioning, and understanding of local wildlife.

Masai Mara Lion walking in the open plains
Cheetah looking back at her cubs in Amboseli National Park
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All images in this East African wildlife collection are available as museum-quality fine art prints and for editorial or commercial licensing. If you’re interested in acquiring a print or using a photo for media or conservation work, please feel free to reach out directly.

cheetah mother and cub in soft light serengeti
elephant and calf uganda national park
A herd of zebra drinking from the shompole waterhole
young lion walking head on serengeti
zebra in haze serengeti soft light ngorongoro crater

I also mentor aspiring wildlife photographers through private online sessions. Topics include safari photography techniques, gear setups for East African environments, image editing, and ethical fieldwork. These one-on-one mentorships are ideal for photographers looking to build skills before or after a safari.

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