Photographer: Yaron Schmid @yswildlifephotography – Safari with Amy Montminy
JOIN ANIMAL RESCUE ORGANISATIONS
Here are just some of the conservation and ANIMAL RESCUE ORGANISATIONS that work tirelessly to protect animals and the environment. Your donations are always appreciated, but there are so many ways to become involved, from sponsoring an elephant at David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, to spending time in Namibia volunteering for the Cheetah Conservation Fund, or even walking dogs at your local Humane Society shelter. Do what you can, and together we can make a difference.
Conservation Organisations
Consider buying a print and join my campaign to end trophy hunting — HANG A PICTURE, NOT A HEAD!
AMYS SAFARIS
YS Wildlife Photography & AMYS Safaris offers exclusive, tailor-made safaris through Africa’s premier wildlife reserves.
Whatever your passion, schedule or budget, we work with you to create a personalised trip of a lifetime through the African bush. We offer group and private safaris throughout the year.
Group safaris are hosted by us and come with a photography package.
We also host private safaris upon request and according to our availability.
Or, we can design a private safari for you to be hosted by our trusted guides and favorite properties, according to your tastes and budget.
To get the ball rolling, please fill out our 2-minute “Safari Questionnaire” so we can know how many in your party, the time of year you’d like to travel, the animals you want to see, and your budget. We’ll make personalised recommendations just for you!
Our safari experience is ALL-INCLUSIVE: From the moment you set foot on African soil, all your needs will be met, including meals, lodging, local transportation, expert safari guides, and — if you wish — even your own professional photographers!
Leave the pictures to us!
We know when you invest in the vacation of a lifetime, you’ll want to remember it forever.
But not everyone has a 10K camera or is a skilled photographer.
Leave your worries—and your cameras— at home and leave the picture-taking to us.
With a trained eye for beauty and moments of joy, we capture the special moments of your journey and provide you with a stunning array of images of you and the wildlife that you’ll treasure always.
Photographers of all skill-levels are welcome!
Learn how to anticipate animal behaviour and capture the perfect shot from Wildlife Photographer and Animal Expert, Yaron Schmid. Or, leave the picture-taking to us, and simply be in the moment with the animals.
2023 & 2024 GROUP SAFARIS:
SOLD OUT – SEPTEMBER 2023: KENYA’S CONSERVANCIES (Private Safaris may still be arranged)
SOLD OUT – NOVEMBER 2023: KENYA’S CONSERVANCIES (Private Safaris may still be arranged)
NOW BOOKING – FEBRUARY 2024 GREAT MIGRATION CALVING SAFARI IN TANZANIA!
NOW BOOKING – MARCH 2024: BIG CATS / LOITA MIGRATION SAFARI IN KENYA!
CONTACT US TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT OR DESIGN YOUR OWN ADVENTURE!
AMY MONTMINY, BUSINESS & CREATIVE DIRECTOR
As the Business & Creative Director for YS Wildlife and the Founder of AMYS Safaris, Amy conceived and designed my website, edits and curates my images, forms and cultivates partnerships with businesses, tourism and conservation organizations, plans and executes all aspects of my wildlife photo safaris, creates, organizes and promotes my events, oversees social media, and handles all sales and licensing.
If you have any questions or licensing requests, or would like to inquire about a safari, please contact her.
YARON SCHMID, PHOTOGRAPHER
Veterinarian, Conservationist, Award Winner, Wildlife Photographer and Safari Leader.
As a veterinarian, I offer a special look into the eyes and souls of the animals I photograph. My ability to read and anticipate animal behavior allows me to catch “special moments” and give you a glimpse into their rich emotional lives and unique personalities.
Many of the animals I photograph are endangered. I hope that you will connect with them through my lens, love them as I do, and join me in the fight to help them.
I lead African safaris, and specialize in East Africa.
My guests get to experience Africa in a special and intimate way, mostly away from the crowds. My knowledge of animal behavior and the African wildlife, together with great spotting ability, makes a safari with me a rich and rewarding experience.
Some of my photographs are for sale. If you see something you like that isn’t listed, please contact us.
Copyright Disclaimer
All images appearing on this web site, unless noted otherwise, are the exclusive property of Yaron Schmid / YS Wildlife Photography. The images may not be reproduced, copied, transmitted or manipulated without the written permission of Yaron Schmid. These copyright laws impose substantial penalties for infringement, and violators will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law.
The use of any images or other materials included herein, in whole or in part, for any purpose other than the private purpose of viewing them online, including, but not limited to, copying, reproduction, publication (including on Internet Web Site including third party web pages by any means, including “hotlinking”, storage in a retrieval system (other than internet browser), manipulation (digital or otherwise), or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, is expressly prohibited without the written permission of Yaron Schmid. All artistic and moral rights of the author are hereby asserted.
For online use on social media sites, you may use images from this website provided you keep the watermark in tact, clearly credit Yaron Schmid next to the image, and link back YS Wildlife Photography.