Northern KRUGER National Park | Wildlife Photography

WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY in the KRUGER National Park | Episode 1 | Punda Maria, Shingwedzi, Letaba
This is the first of two episodes about an epic 17-night trip to the Kruger National Park I took. In this episode we spent 2 nights at Punda Maria, 3 nights at Shingwedzi and 2 nights at Letaba. Join me as I share the story about our incredible trip as we experience a very green and wet Kruger National Park and share the photographs I managed to capture along the way. All footage captured during the period of 16 December 2021 to 01 January 2022.
The trip was very challenging because of the wet conditions and thick bush, but the Kruger National Park showed time and time again that it is a wonderful place to go for the wildlife photographer and nature enthusiast. The idea behind the trip was to travel the entire length of the park, from North to South across the duration of 17 nights. The Kruger National Park is approximately 360km in length and offers a true African wilderness experience. We ended up traversing over 2500km over the 17 nights stay inside the park, finding some incredible wildlife, landscapes and experiences.
In part 2 we stayed for 5 nights at Satara, 2 nights at Lower Sabie and finished off with 3 nights at Berg-En-Dal. View episode 2 here - • Finding A WHITE LION I...
If you enjoyed this video please give it a like and let me know in the comments what you think. Consider subscribing to the channel for more photography-based adventures across Southern Africa.
Timestamps
00:00 - Intro
01:00 - Punda Maria
02:29 - Afternoon drive around Punda Maria
04:15 - Photographs from Punda Maria area
05:03 - Shingwedzi
08:06 - Morning drive around Shingwedzi
12:08 - Photographs from Shingwedzi area
13:00 - Letaba
15:31 - Photographs from Letaba area
15:59 - Outro
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[@Moluminary]

Gracious South Africa, beautifully captured by Mark!

[@MarkDumbleton]

Thanks so much for watching. Appreciate the comment 😊

[@4score]

Just .... AMAZING video and shots!

[@4score]

Do you mind sharing the settings you used for these video shots?

[@MarkDumbleton]

Thanks so much for the comments. I try and keep my shutter speed at 1/50 and use an aperture and ISO to get a good exposure on the scene. If the exposure gets too bright, I either use a variable ND filter to keep my shutter speed at 1/50, or I just increase the shutter speed.

[@raould2590]

Absolutely amazing! Thank you for sharing this! The video is so well done with such a beautiful blend of images, sound and words! Looking forward to more! Good luck!

[@MarkDumbleton]

Thanks so much for watching and for taking the time to comment. Appreciate it!

[@martinpettinger]

Excellent video Mark.

[@MarkDumbleton]

Thank you! Really appreciate that and thank you for watching.

[@jimreimer6140]

I love the very sharp pictures.

[@MarkDumbleton]

Appreciate that a lot thank you!

[@5sidedfistagon]

Some lekker timelapses my friend!

[@MarkDumbleton]

Thanks so much man! Really enjoyed doing them.

[@vikramrghanekar]

Fantastic video. You have put a lot of thought in shooting the sequences and it shows. The wide angles, the close up shots and the "normal" footage all blend together beautifully. The music is appropriate and soothing. Loved it.

[@MarkDumbleton]

I appreciate the comments and the compliment a lot! Thanks for watching.

[@contrarian717]

Another great video, subscribed. You don't dwell for too long on animal sighting s but also show us the landscapes clouds etc.Well done

[@MarkDumbleton]

Thanks so much for the subscription. I try keep my videos concise, I value the time of my viewers and don’t want to drag things on too much. I appreciate the comment a lot! 😊

[@wesselduplessis6450]

Great footage captured!

[@MarkDumbleton]

Appreciate it a lot Wessels! Thanks for watching!

[@Hrishi1970]

Simply stunning...

[@MarkDumbleton]

Thank you so much. Appreciate the comment and the watch :)

[@steveblack4576]

Nice to see like minded people in the Park nice work bud.🥂

[@MarkDumbleton]

Appreciate that a lot Steve, thanks so much!

[@WillGoodlet]

Great video, stunning footage. Really looks like you had some beautiful sightings and shots on this trip! I'm very envious, my own got cut short but this video really brings this summer's incredible rainfall to life.

[@MarkDumbleton]

Thanks so much for watching Will! It was a good trip. Sorry to hear yours got cut short! Hope you’re doing well!

[@filoua9947]

Yet people still think its about the gear ! 😅 The Video is outstanding and i hope other wildlife enthusiast like me will comment , like and subscribe. Looking forward to seeing your next videos .

[@MarkDumbleton]

Thanks so much for the comment. That means a lot. The gear for me is not very important. I mean, you can’t make anything without gear but I’m happy with middle grade equipment. It’s how you use it that counts. Thanks for the subscribe 😊🙏🏻

[@nickvanbeusekom6685]

Wow beautiful!!! it is a dream off me to have a trip like that. One day if i have enough money i would go on a photography trip like you are doing.

[@MarkDumbleton]

Thank you so much for watching! It is so worth it to do photography in the Kruger, so special!

[@wildpatagoniafilms16]

Amazing footage mate... love the way you frame... you have a good eye for composition! excellent! Shot all footage with the Nikon mirrorless? stunning ! 👏

[@MarkDumbleton]

Thanks so much :) All footage was shot on the mirrorless, the Nikon Z6.

[@SouthAfricanWanderer]

Epic footage! Well done!

[@MarkDumbleton]

Thanks so much! Appreciate that a lot!

[@KobusTollig1]

Welcome to KZbin bud. Great first vid and I look forward to many more.

[@MarkDumbleton]

Thanks so much Kobus! Cant wait to produce more! It’s an awesome way to share the experiences and images.

[@KobusTollig1]

@@MarkDumbleton this video made me miss the bush so much!

[@MarkDumbleton]

We must make that plan to go!

[@gotophotoarchive9131]

Great footage mate.

[@MarkDumbleton]

Appreciate it a lot thanks for the comment and thanks for watching! 🙏🏻

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@@MarkDumbleton no problem ...

[@laughinghyenasafaris]

Fantastic video. I like your casual style and some great photography. Pity you use Nikon kit 🤣

[@MarkDumbleton]

Thanks so much Martin! Haha, hope the Nikon doesn’t put you off 😂 Thank you for the comment!

[@neillindsay4365]

Great video Mark... You captured the atmosphere of the rainy season beautifully!! Looking forward to episode 2.

[@MarkDumbleton]

Appreciate that a lot Neil! Looking forward to getting episode 2 out soon. Hopefully by the end of Jan.

[@TheDubStepFox]

Great video mate! Both the footage and photos were beautiful. I'm looking forward to watching more of your videos in the future!

[@MarkDumbleton]

Thanks so much! I appreciate the message and glad you enjoyed it. Episode 2 should be up by end January I’m hoping.

[@robgerety]

Wonderful video and photography. I would love to spend some time there. I am used to traveling rivers (in the far north), where there are few dangers and camping in tents nightly is safe and glorious. I can see with the crocks - safety is a major issue in this country.

[@MarkDumbleton]

Thanks a lot Robert. Kruger has safe campsites to camp in, surrounded by a fence so safety is not an issue. There are many dangerous animals, but you’re safe inside the camps.

[@robgerety]

@@MarkDumbleton In the north we travel wild remote rivers by canoe. We carry our camping gear and food and we camp along the river where ever we wish. There are no designated camp sites. Yes there are some safety issues - bears mostly. But, the risk are low and manageable. Often we travel for weeks in this fashion making a new camp each day. In Kruger is it safe to travel by canoe or sea kayak in this fashion each day and sleep in the protected camps each night?

[@MarkDumbleton]

You have to travel by vehicle in the Kruger, you’re not allowed to leave your vehicle unless you’re in a camp site.

[@matt_bouch]

Great video Mark. The bush looked so vivid and alive!

[@MarkDumbleton]

Appreciate it Matt thanks for watching!

[@bmarriott1244]

Fantastic watch Mark, thank you for sharing the journey. Great spot on that leopard. The bush during the rainy season is an incredibly refreshing & peaceful experience, taking full advantage of the unpopular time to go. Off to Mana in April 🙏

[@MarkDumbleton]

Thanks so much for watching! I absolutely love the bush in summer. Enjoy Mana, that should be amazing!

[@user-vl3mz3es9o]

Loved the footage and your choice of music is so appropriate. For me, that can make or break a video.

[@MarkDumbleton]

Thanks so much for the comment. I’m happy you enjoyed it and appreciate the comment on the music too.

[@lifeonsafari5989]

Hi Mark What Nikon Z setup do you have and use?

[@MarkDumbleton]

Hi, I use a Nikon Z6 with a FTZ adaptor on a 200-500. I also use a 24-200 Z lens and 14-30 f4 Z lens.

[@TheSafariExpert]

What a stunning video of the scenic north of Kruger, Mark! Well done and looking forward to the next episode 🎥

[@MarkDumbleton]

Thanks so much Villiers! I really appreciate the comment and view!

[@TheSafariExpert]

@@MarkDumbleton, now I just want to head into Kruger! 🤪

[@MarkDumbleton]

@@TheSafariExpert I know what you mean! Such a beautiful place!

[@arrowbulletlens5690]

Nice video Mark, good content and nice footage. Would love to make contact if possible?

[@MarkDumbleton]

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