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Snow Hill: The Ultimate Emperor Penguin Quest with ORYX Photo Tours

There are journeys — and then there are transformative quests. In 2025, a small group of intrepid ORYX Guests joined expedition leader Marius Coetzee on an unforgettable adventure to one of the most remote and awe-inspiring destinations on Earth: Snow Hill Island in Antarctica, home of the legendary Emperor Penguins. What unfolded was a story ... Read more
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Kenya – A Journey Through Conservation, Community, and Connection

By Marius Coetzee, ORYX Photo Tours   Few places on Earth stir the soul like Kenya. It’s a land where vast savannas meet dramatic skies, where wildlife roams in harmony with communities, and where photography becomes not just a creative pursuit, but a celebration of life itself.   In October 2025, I had the privilege ... Read more
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Chasing Giants – A Dream Fulfilled in Amboseli

After several safaris and many hopeful attempts, I finally stood before Craig, Amboseli’s legendary big tusker. The moment was surreal — years of anticipation condensed into one breathtaking encounter on the shimmering dry lakebed, completely alone with this gentle giant.   Our journey through Kenya was intense, rewarding, and perfectly orchestrated. Under the expert guidance ... Read more
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Into the Heart of South Sudan: A Modern-Day Adventure with ORYX 

There’s something timeless about the call of adventure — that irresistible pull toward the unknown. It’s the same spirit that drives explorers to distant lands and photographers to chase moments that words can’t quite capture.   For two of our intrepid travellers, that spirit led them deep into South Sudan, alongside ORYX Photo Tours’ CEO ... Read more
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Brazil – Wildlife of the Pantanal Led by Marius Coetzee

There’s a moment when the Pantanal unfurls before you—the mirrored expanse of wetlands, the shimmering river channels, the chorus of birdcalls and rustling marshes. On this recent ORYX Photo Tour led by Marius Coetzee, that moment blossomed into countless others, each more spellbinding than the last. Into the World’s Greatest Wetland The journey began in ... Read more
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Kenya – The Black Leopard Photo Safari Led by Marius Coetzee

The plane glides into Nanyuki, Nairobi a dazzling memory behind us. A 45-minute flight north collapses the world’s noise into the hush of Laikipia’s wilderness. From the airstrip, our Land Cruiser carries us across 90 minutes of parched earth, wind-sculpted acacia and the distant call of something wild—until we arrive at camp, perched on volcanic ... Read more
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Tanzania – Serengeti Safari

From the ancient baobabs and golden light of the Burunge Wildlife Management Area, where elephants stroll past acacia-studded clearings, to the remote northern reaches of the Serengeti, where the drama of the Great Migration unfolds on endless open plains, and finally to the untamed eastern corridor — a land ruled by big cats and wide ... Read more
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Kenya – The Great Migration Safari with ORYX Photo Tours & Wild Eye

Exciting Collaboration Announcement – Great Migration Safaris 2026 Following recent discussions between ORYX Photo Tours and Wild Eye, I am thrilled to announce a new and exciting collaboration. We have agreed to partner on two separate weeks of Great Migration Safaris taking place in August and September 2026. Keep an eye on our respective social ... Read more
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Discover the Wonders of West Papua with ORYX Photo Tours

WE'RE THRILLED TO ANNOUNCE our latest addition to the ORYX portfolio: a cultural photography tour to the remote and vibrant region of West Papua, led by none other than our founder, Marius Coetzee. This tour has been meticulously crafted to provide unparalleled opportunities for capturing the rich traditions, colorful ceremonies, and stunning landscapes of this ... Read more
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Namibia – Private ORYX Photo Tour with Marius Coetzee

Clients embarked on a journey through Namibia’s most stunning landscapes with our recent private tour, where we explored the breathtaking wonders of Little Kulala, Hoanib, and Serra Cafema. Each destination not only offered unparalleled beauty but also showcased remarkable sustainability initiatives, making a positive impact on the environment and local communities. Little Kulala: A Desert ... Read more