I've been taking wildlife photographs on safari for over forty years now, ever since my father bought a Pentax ME Super with a zoom lens, back when cameras still worked using a roll of film.

During the digital era I've mainly used compact cameras for wildlife photography, as my philosophy has always been to attempt to get the best results possible using affordable photographic equipment.

And now I've embraced 360° photography, as it provides such a wonderful opportunity to create unique, immersive safari souvenirs allowing you to relive and remember your trip in the best possible way, a world first that isn't available anywhere else.

I authored the 'Better Safari Photography' eBook, encapsulating my experience and knowledge of safari photography, in an attempt to help African safari travelers take the best possible wildlife photographs on their trip.

Released in 2008 and now in it's 3rd edition, the eBook has been downloaded thousands of times over the years, with positive feedback from many who have made use of it.

I also own and manage seven websites that focus on various areas of the safari industry in which I've been involved since 2004.

If you stay at a Kruger lodge the game drives and guides are managed by that establishment themselves. Open safari vehicles seating 11 people are typically used.

COST - Included in the accommodation price.

It's also possible to book half-day, full day or multi day guided game drives in Kruger using independent guides that specialize in doing safari tours, and are unaffiliated with any particular accommodation establishment. These companies own open safari vehicles seating 11.

COST - Prices will vary according to operator, but this is what you could expect to pay...

• Half day, 6 hour duration from ZAR990 per person.
• Full day, 10 hour duration from ZAR1100 per person.

Sanparks is the government agency responsible for managing the Kruger National Park, and they provide guided game drives from all the rest camps and most of the entrance gates. Open safari vehicles are used that seat from 11 to 22 people.

COST - Sunrise, Sunset and Night game drives are available with a 3 to 4 hour duration at a cost of ZAR380 per adult and ZAR190 per child (under 12).

The public may go on Kruger game drives themselves in their own private vehicles during the daylight hours, but driving at night is prohibited.

COST - This is the cheapest way to do it but car rental fees (for international visitors) and fuel costs still need to be taken into account.