This safari drone trip is a brand new and UNIQUE drone photo trip! After 2 years of droning wildlife in South Africa, I’ve decided to open up this experience to my groups as well 😍
With a small group of enthusiastic drone photographers we will create the safari experience of a lifetime. A trip that will make you appreciate our precious wildlife even more. A trip to always remember.
Over the course of 5 days we will go on daily safaris to look for wildlife. I will coach you on the spot to improve your drone photography and we’ll discuss composition and how to use movement in our private safari camp. We’ll share best practices and tips in a small group of like-minded participants. And in general we’ll just have a lot of fun on one of the most incredible safari experiences in South Africa.
Only 6 spots available per week! 🥳
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Unfortunately the Safari drone trips are SOLD OUT for 2024! Fill out your details below to to get notified when the 2025 trips launch:
Safari drone trip 2024 in a nutshell:
6 people + myself
5 days of safari adventure in South Africa
15-19th of March OR 21-25th of March (5D/4N)
1 private luxury safari camp with pool
A private chef to prepare us some delicious South African food
2 safari game drives per day!
Wildlife photography with the drone*
Drone coaching in the field
Composition workshops at the camp
All food & drinks included
* flying drones is strictly prohibited in all National Parks in South Africa, because poachers use drones to track endangered rhinos. This trip will be your only safe option to drone wildlife. We will only drone if the animals show a calm and undisturbed behavior. We can encounter lions 🦁, cheetahs, leopards, hyenas, rhinos, elephants 🐘, giraffes and herds of zebras, wildebeest, impalas and buffaloes. These animals are wild and need to be treated with the utmost respect!
💡 Focus is 100% on droning, but don’t forget your normal camera (with zoom lens), as there will be plenty of wildlife encounters all day long!
Our luxury safari camp in South Africa:
As usual on my drone trips we stay in one location, a luxury safari camp that I have privatized for this occasion. That means we’ll be all alone to do our thing. Next to the daily safari game drives, we can enjoy all the facilities, such as pool, boma (firepit with a view on the waterhole), gym, bar and free wifi.
The safari camp also comes with a waterhole, which attracts animals to come for a drink. And we can observe them from our breakfast table. This is honestly one of the best things! A lot of animals pass through here during the day.
You’ll have the option between a single luxury room, a single standard room or a shared luxury room. The luxury rooms come with a complementary outdoor shower! (love those! 😎)
Typical day:
Most animals are active between night and day, when the temperatures are low. During the day the sun heats up the land and animals tend to hide in the shadow and take naps. That’s why we need to get up early to see the most activity. Here’s a typical day on the drone trip:
Rise and shine
6:00: departure sunrise game drive 🦁
9:00: back for breakfast
Back-up & charge batteries
Composition workshop
14:00: lunch at the camp
Pool time / relax
16:00 departure afternoon game drive 🐘
19:00: driving back in the dark. Spot some nocturnal animals
Back-up & charge batteries / refresh / shower
20:00 dinner at the camp
Evening drinks & chat by the firepit
Sleep
These timings are indications. We will be flexible to circumstances / opportunities. Both game drives are optional, if you wish to skip one and sleep in, it’s your holiday ☺️
Safari game drive
Safari drone trip pricing:
All prices are all-inclusive, meaning your transportation from Johannesburg airport (JNB), your accommodation (5D/4N), 2x daily game drives and all food & drinks are included.
On top of that you’ll get daily drone coachings in the field and composition workshops from me personally.
Price: €3.000
Shared luxury room (2p)
Standard double bed
Ensuite bathroom
With bath
+ outdoor shower
Price: €3.300
Single standard room
King size double bed
Ensuite bathroom
With shower
Price: €3.600
Single luxury room
King size double bed
Ensuite bathroom
With bath
+ outdoor shower
Not included: your own flight to Johannesburg
Previous drone trip testimonials:
A good time with great people!
It was a very good and well organized trip. A perfect mix of flying, education, joint analysis of photos and exchange of experiences.
A good time with great people! 😍
Piotr Wojciechowski
Poland 🇵🇱
Safari 2024
It’s worth it!
What? Testing the wind resistance of your drones and fly in various locations in Sao Miguel! This is what Johan offers, in an intense and friendly way from golden hour to sunset, either on a beach or at the top of a mountain. You will practice various situations of droning, and have good time and memories with friends. Pro or beginner, should you want to improve your skills then go with him! 💪 See you in next trip Johan
Noël Nyamsy
Cameroon 🇨🇲
Azores 2023
Not my first trip with Johan and surely not the last one!
Intimate moments in a lodge with nice expendables droners looking for animals, droning, teaching, sharing and good laughs and food in the wild. Awaiting the season 2 of it to go back.
Thanks Johan
Noël Nyamsy
Cameroon 🇨🇲
Safari 2024
Unforgettable adventure
Watching Bertie Gregory capture wildlife with a drone made me dream about filming wildlife with my drone. This safari trip made that dream a reality, with an unforgettable adventure capturing rare moments from graceful giraffes to gentle giants like Rhinos. I also got to capture the diverse birds that reflect the beauty and wonder of South Africa’s ecosystem.
The coaching from Johan and the peer learning from other drone enthusiasts made the experience incredible.
Obi Nnabuihe
United States 🇺🇸
Safari 2024
A real and frenetic adventure!
Mauritius has been my second trip with Johan. The island offers you all kinds of magical experiences: paradisaical beaches, mountains to climb, whales, dolphins and all this surrounded by a group of people with the same hobby & goal: traveling, having fun and flying our drones to capture those beautiful moments and remember them forever. Are you joining for the next drone trip? 💪
Sergio Ramiro
Spain 🇪🇸
Mauritius 2023
Just do it, you won’t regret it 😎
It doesn’t matter if you’re an experienced drone pilot or you just have a few flights, with or without photo or film experience, Johan will assist you on your own level. Get ready for the best locations, the best food and a great time!
Arno Raps
Belgium 🇧🇪
Azores 2023
Stop what you’re doing and go with Johan!
Next to composition and the right timing, I’ve learned that it’s all about pushing your own limits and trusting your gear. The knowledge, adventures & people you get to meet are really worth the trip.
Florian De Lange
Belgium 🇧🇪
Azores 2021
Only wishing for more !! 😍
The Malta drone trip was amazing in all ways. The coaching of Johan gives you so much confidence flying and other skills, like looking differently to compositions, hand catching and landing, flying in the wind or from a boat, … Johan showed us a lot of nice spots to fly and the chef spoiled us with a lot of nice Maltese food. We had so much fun in this group, with people from all over the world, they became really friends for life!!
Even if Malta is the shortest of all Johan’s drone trips, it was perfect and I learned already A LOT. Only wishing for more !! ☺️
Wivina Trossaert
Belgium 🇧🇪
Malta 2024
100% recommended !!!
The truth is that the experience exceeded all expectations! 😍 We had a great group and we had a great time sharing the moments of flying our drones. Being able to share our “photography addiction” with other colleagues is great fun! I 100% recommend the experience even for experienced pilots and photographers. Johan’s lectures on technique and photography are very useful and enjoyable.
Furthermore, in the Safari Drone Trip where I was; the hotel, the safari guides and the food couldn’t be better!
Fran Arnau
Spain 🇪🇸
Safari 2024
You won’t regret it!
If you are looking to fly intensively everywhere and all day long you are in the right place! Enjoyed so much discovering Azores through Johan’s eyes and sharing these days with passionate droners.
Definitely an experience that you won’t regret!
Romain Nicoloso
Hong Kong 🇭🇰
Azores 2023
Definitely worth every penny
I have been flying various drones for three years and also been on other photography workshops. In comparison Johan’s daily planned adventures & personal coaching tips in photography composition & flying a drone was a great lifetime experience well worth it. Our villa was immaculate clean & comfortable, along beautiful outdoor scenery. The private chef was also wonderful and cooked some delicious meals that were well planned out. Excellent experience ☺️
Ron Sobers
United States 🇺🇸
Azores 2023
Quick skills improvement and more confidence
An amazing lifetime experience, where I enjoyed the process of learning sooo much. By day 2, I already felt a lot more confident. I like the whole concept of the trip; land & ocean adventures, enough time to practice, workshops at the villa and connecting with other enthusiastic droners. Johan is a great coach and motivated me to go beyond my comfort zone. I can’t wait to join again for more golden memories! 😍
Aicha Felesia
Netherlands 🇳🇱
Mauritius 2022
Boy, was I more than pleasantly surprised!
I am an experienced photographer with decades of experience. I signed up, because of the exotic locations and perhaps learn a thing or two. Johan skillfully interacted with each of us at the knowledge level we each had. He encouraged us to look at things differently and shared his experience and experiences joyfully. We all became better photographers, more than we expected, as well as adventurers. And the group forged a long-lasting bond.
Jeff Noreman
United States 🇺🇸
Azores 2022
A game changer for my drone skills!
Taking Johan’s drone trip was a game changer in my droning skills! I learned and improved so much on the Malta drone trip. Johan puts in a great deal of effort to pick the finest drone spots and the best villa for our learning sessions. Highly recommend for any skill drones to improve upon your photography skills with Johan’s great coaching! 💪
Krista Weber
United States 🇺🇸
Malta 2024
Level up your drone skills with Johan
If you want to level up your drone skills, make sure to book a trip with Johan. You decide what you want to learn and Johan takes you by the hand and learns you all the ins and outs. The Malta trip was challenging due to the weather, but that made me learn a lot and has grown my confidence in flying in difficult situations. The flying locations were great and I brought home some amazing photos. The group was great, happy to have made some new friends as well! ☺️
Ellemieke Laman
Netherlands 🇳🇱
Malta 2024
Everything you could expect and more
1st drone trip with Johan (but def. not the last) and it’s been a blast! Johan knows all the best spots and had backup locations in case of bad weather. The group I was part of was great and I have made some lifelong friends. Learned a lot from Johan and the group. The Azores offers a lot of opportunities for drone photography and with Johan’s guidance, you are bound to get great shots. The editing sessions were very informative, as well as the constructive feedback. Looking forward to the next one! ?
Venkat Velagala
United States 🇺🇸
Azores 2023
Already thinking of joining another trip! 😇
My first trip was all about learning the very basics of piloting. During my 2nd trip in Mauritius, I could get more specific feedback that helped me pinpoint and work on my issues (flying with intent, finding compositions, multiple axis movements). The group of people that joined were wonderful, positive and supportive and we had the best time joking around, dancing on a yacht, exchanging tips and tricks! Some of us are already thinking about joining another adventure together in 2025! 🥳
Nina Mercuur
Netherlands 🇳🇱
Mauritius 2023
Fabulous ! 😍
Just back from the drone trip … and still buzzing! I was pretty much a beginner dronie, but from day 1 I started learning. Johan is a wonderful coach, very supportive and encouraging. Not only has he built up my confidence in flying, he has expanded my knowledge in photography and post-processing. On top of that, you really don’t have to think about anything! It felt like a 5 star service from start to end. Thank you ? Our group was also soooo much fun, lifelong friends were made and we’re already talking about booking another trip !!
Louisa Pollard
United Kingdom 🇬🇧
Azores 2023
Great trip for drone beginners
As a newbie to drone photography I was a bit apprehensive. However, the trip was very relaxed. Johan was always there to help and give advice. The locations on this trip are amazing: wonderful opportunities for drone photography. And the accommodation and food are highly recommended as well !!
Sofie Rysheuvel
Belgium 🇧🇪
Azores 2022
Unforgettable and irreplaceable
Starting as a complete beginner, Johan has been so patient with me, I cannot believe the progress I’ve made during this trip! Whenever you have a question, he doesn’t just roll out the answer, he makes you actually find and understand the solution, so that you can confidently apply them, even when he’s not around. Our team was so amazing, we just instantly bonded, and my face has been hurting from laughter all week! I’m already missing these random people so much. Go book your trip now, or I will take your spot! 😇
Nina Mercuur
Netherlands 🇳🇱
Azores 2023
Makes you want to wake up at 5.30am
The drone trip with Johan makes you want to wake up at 5.30am each day to not miss the perfect lighting for your shot. Amazing landscapes, a lot of useful tips and practice, great teamwork – all while creating lifetime memories. A perfect example that sometimes you can mix work with pleasure 😍
Monika Klenowska
Switzerland 🇨🇭
Azores 2022
Amazing workshop in a fabulous destination
I benefited immensely from the drone workshop. I am always *so nervous* when I fly my drone in less-than-perfect conditions and Johan coached me through that. Now, I’m a confident flyer thanks to Johan’s personalized coaching. We worked on my individual needs of composition, editing and using more of the drone’s capabilities. I’m already missing my fellow droners and the gorgeous island of São Miguel. I learned so much that I hope to join another one soon! 😍
Gina Morello
United States 🇺🇸
Azores 2023
I’ve started saving for the next trip ☺️
I got a lot more than I anticipated. I was immediately met with challenges, flying in complex situations and over the ocean, shooting with a model next to a tall waterfall. However Johan was always there to reassure and guide me. Besides all the photo opportunities, Johan made sure that we were indeed on a holiday. We enjoyed the natural thermal baths and our chef served excellent Italo-Azorean food in our beautiful villa. I will remember this trip forever! 😍
Andy Scherpenberg
Belgium 🇧🇪
Azores 2022
Once in a lifetime experience
For me it was a once in a lifetime experience. A trip full of activities and lot of tips & tricks to make my drone shots go from ‘OK shots’ to ‘WOW shots’ 😍
Niek Vandenabeele
Belgium 🇧🇪
Azores 2021
Already my 5th drone trip with Johan!
Although, I never know what to expect, at the same time, I do know what to expect. The usual: great efforts by Johan to bring a memorable experience and great accommodation with an above-average dining experience. On top of that, a great group of international pilots embarked on this journey with me.
The Malta drone trip provides a good mix of landscapes and architecture. This rewarding experience allowed us to hone our composition skills, spanning a range of subjects. Overall, this is a well recommended journey to have 👍
Irving Donaldson
United States 🇺🇸
Malta 2024
I would certainly do it again 💪
When I booked this drone trip I was a little nervous, because my English isn’t super fluent and I was afraid I would miss a lot of what would be explained. Instead Johan and the whole group made me feel really at ease, giving me an experience that I will always carry in my heart. The weather was not always favorable, but this helped improve my confidence in extreme situations. I took some very nice photos and I’m sure I improved my awareness a lot. Would I do it again? Certainly! 💪
Mirco Peragine
Italy 🇮🇹
Malta 2024
Great minds think alike
When I saw that Johan released the safari drone trip in South Africa – I booked immediately! I couldn’t miss this chance! ☺️
I learned a lot – it was a perfect mix between both flying drones, but also workshop lessons where we went through settings and looked at the photographs we took during the trip! It was great fun meeting people from all over the world, who share one’s interest in drones and the photo results from this trip were incredible! 😍
Jonas Andersson
Sweden 🇸🇪
Safari 2024
Transformative adventures in Mauritius
Joining Johan’s drone adventure in Mauritius turned out to be an adventure of a lifetime. Each day was a whirlwind of excitement and learning, from conquering majestic mountains to chasing breathtaking waterfalls and so much more. The thrill of capturing stunning aerial footage of whales during our whale expedition was unparalleled, and filming from a catamaran cruise redefined my perception of seeing the world through the lens of a drone. If you want to elevate your drone game, then Johan’s trip is a transformative experience you will enjoy 💪
Obi Nnabuihe
United States 🇺🇸
Mauritius 2023
A trip I will never forget!
Going to Mauritius on a drone adventure trip with Johan was an amazing experience. Johan made sure we were introduced to a variety of locations and different challenges. This trip has made me open my eyes to photography in a new way. Having post processing sessions between shoots, really helped me understand the process and meta that I had been lacking. I would definitely go on another trip in the future!
Simon Gjortz
Denmark 🇩🇰
Mauritius 2022
Expectations exceeded 😍
Through 6 days of intense droning I gained a lot of confidence in handling tricky situations, because Johan is always around to help. We worked with models, launched the drone from a boat, always chasing the ‘money shots’ and editing them in Lightroom. I met like-minded people from different countries and had a lot of fun. Johan is always in the best mood, being our tutor, guide, host and driver. I’m definitely joining again!
Sabine Gerold
Germany 🇩🇪
Azores 2022
Want to go PRO?
Johan will show you how! Johan was our amazing guide, teacher and cheerleader, training us with his wisdom and insights across an amazing, intense 6 day adventure across São Miguel. We – of course – came away with epic photos, but also better skills, great memories and new friends. Join the club!
Simon Heather
United Kingdom 🇬🇧
Azores 2022
10/10 – Would recommend !!!
If you want to have a great time with like-minded “drone addicts”, this was a great trip with a lot of learning, lessons and laughs! Johan was a great help with the ‘on-the-fly’ tips about droning and how to apply them in real life. Johan led great workshops which allowed each of us to compare, discuss and geek out about each other’s drone shots, as well as give each other tips!
The location and the experience of this Safari Drone Trip was unmatched! With great staff, great setting, great company and great food – everything was fantastic! Can’t wait for the 2nd edition! Thank you & pura vida! 😎
Anthony Wheeler
Costa Rica 🇨🇷
Safari 2024
When can I go again?
Dronetrippin’ with Johan was amazing. He showed all the best drone spots and had many tips and tricks to share! Only one question remains … when can I go again!
Dimitrie Deman
Belgium 🇧🇪
Azores 2021
🤩 Indescribable journey 🤩
Thrilling, mind-blowing, awe-inspiring, hair-raising, life-changing, exhilarating, astonishing, impressive, phenomenal, mind-bending, surreal, once-in-a-lifetime, unforgettable, otherworldly, heart-pounding, adrenaline-pumping drone experience. Thank you Johan and the rest of the group ☺️🙏 ¡Hasta la próxima!
Sergio Ramiro
Spain 🇪🇸
Azores 2023
Truly a once in a lifetime experience!
I had a wonderful trip! Flying drones to photograph & video different wildlife in their environment was amazing. Even the weather was way better than I anticipated! Our safari guide was very good and went above and beyond explaining various wildlife. The rooms in the lodge were beautiful with a scenic view on the waterhole, where various animals would pass through. In addition, the staff was very humble and the chef prepared some really delicious meals. Definitely a great experience 👌
Ron Sobers
United States 🇺🇸
Safari 2024
Wonderful bucket list experience 😍
The safari drone adventure really interested me. I dislike zoos and this safari allowed me to drone animals in their habitat. And I survived the trip with all of my limbs 😁 The accommodation was well above my expectations, with 3 exceptional meals a day. I learned a safari will teach you patience, for the animals are not waiting for you; distinguishing between old and new tracks and how to approach animals in the wild. The bonus was to reunite with previously met Adventurers. This was a wonderful bucket list experience!
Irving Donaldson
United States 🇺🇸
Safari 2024
Johan makes the difference!
During my Azores adventure, I discovered I had no clue on what I was doing. Sure I took plenty of drone shots, but it was the coaching from Johan that now makes my audience linger and want more. Through my improved photos they are able to travel with me! 😉
Irving Donaldson
United States 🇺🇸
Azores 2022
I knew I wanted more 😎
I signed up again with Johan for a 2nd trip and I was not disappointed. Johan continued to assess the skills I required and coached me through them. A new group of pilots, however the sharing experience was equally immeasurable. Droning certainly is an international team builder. The trip is not a vacation though and can be very exhausting. However it’s well guided and flexible enough. I highly recommend the trip to take your piloting to the next level. Learn to trust yourself and your drone. Are you up for it? 😎
Irving Donaldson
United States 🇺🇸
Mauritius 2022
Very high expectations surpassed !!
The Azores drone trip was so good on so many levels, I immediately booked to go on the Mauritius trip. The high bar had been set, but somehow Mauritius was even better … stunning scenery, mountain hikes, catamaran cruises, seeing the group droning whales from the villa and so much more !! Johan is a very patient coach and spends 1-1 time with everyone helping and guiding. I am still very much a beginner, so this is appreciated.
It was such a pleasure with the group, lifelong friends are made! Already looking forward to our next drone reunion ☺️ Thank you Johan!
Louisa Pollard
United Kingdom 🇬🇧
Mauritius 2023
A magical trip
The Azores adventure in May 2021 was a magical trip. I had more fun pushing my limits that week than in a year of droning over flatland.
Patrick Lemli
Belgium 🇧🇪
Azores 2021
You will be extremely satisfied
Without hesitation or mental reservation, I suggest you add Johan’s Drone Adventures to your bucket list, or the starting of the same. After completing my third adventure, I can offer some in-depth insight. Your droning competencies will not hinder what you will gain after an adventurous 6 days. I can assure you Johan will meet you at your skill level and deliver you to new heights. Why 3 adventures so far, because Johan is committed. I am confident, you will be extremely satisfied to what Johan can deliver, in his means.
Irving Donaldson
United States 🇺🇸
Azores 2023
Raise your drone level with Johan
What a trip! Everything was organized as promised beforehand. We visited the most beautiful spots at sunrise and sunset to get the best out of our drones. Do you want to raise your drone level? Go with Johan!
Erwin Cammaerts
Belgium 🇧🇪
Azores 2021
Massive progress made in just one week!
From showing us the best timing and lighting in the field, to workshopping photos and videos on-screen, Johan does it all !!! There is no limit to the people who can and should join Johan – he will personally coach you to your level of skills and comfort, and then expand on them. I found amazing like-minded people and pushed my limits enormously. The only hesitation in recommending the trip, would be that others could take up my spot, if I don’t sign up quickly enough! ☺️
Dong Long
China 🇨🇳
Mauritius 2022
Level up your drone skills
The perfect way to level up your drone photography and video skills! In a small group of drone-minded people, you get to see the most beautiful places on the island! We also spent several hours at sea to capture amazing footage of dolphins and whales. Everything was organized in the best possible way. Just chill, relax and enjoy the ‘Drone Adventures’!
Miel Capals
Belgium 🇧🇪
Azores 2022
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South Africa safari drone trip location:
Our private luxury camp is situated 4h drive North of Johannesburg, on the border with Namibia ☺️ (Click to enlarge)
Here are some impressions of my previous safari drone trips in South Africa: