Lindsey Arpin Photo

Lindsey Arpin Photo Wildlife photographer and tour leader based in Ohio, offering small-group wildlife trips in Uganda, Kenya, and Brazil

https://www.lindseyarpin.photography

06/05/2026

This September, join me on an epic 14-day journey throughout the best wildlife regions in Uganda. Trek mountain gorillas and chimpanzees in the mountanous rainforests, track big cats on safari game drives, learn about local traditions, view beautifully scenic landscapes, and learn how to get the best out of your camera in the Pearl of Africa.

September 20-October 3, 2026
5 guests / 4 spots left

If this interests you, comment "Uganda" below, or check out the link in my bio to learn more about my tour offerings!

Happy International Leopard Day! To celebrate, here’s one sighting that gave us endless perspectives.A beautiful female ...
03/05/2026

Happy International Leopard Day! To celebrate, here’s one sighting that gave us endless perspectives.

A beautiful female leopard in Queen Elizabeth National Park, Shan, gave us so many opportunities to slow down and experiment with different compositions. We spent a full evening with her, and watched as she rested and repositioned herself several times. This was my first time spending quality time with a leopard, and I was truly spoiled with such an amazing encounter.

One of the simplest ways to experiment with compositions by working through three perspectives: tight, mid-range, and wide.

The tighter you go, the more emotion you feel.
The wider you go, the more story you understand.

From the intensity of her eye, to her place within the landscape, to the collar that reflects the conservation work that protects her, each frame reveals something different.

This is why I love working with multiple lenses and constantly shifting perspective. Wildlife photography is far more than simply documenting a sighting. It’s about capturing moments in a way that invites curiosity, evokes emotion, and tells a deeper story.

Every encounter is an opportunity to create depth, variety, and a complete visual narrative.

Which shot is your favorite?

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If you want to learn how to shoot like this and experience wildlife up close, I’ll be hosting small-group photo safaris this fall:
Uganda (Sept 20-Oct 3) 🦍
Kenya (Oct 8-15)🦁

Comment 🦍 or 🦁 and I’ll reach out with more info, or feel free to send me a message! I’d love to chat and help you find the right trip.

Is there anything better than baby owls?When I found the nest, one barred owlet was actively “branching” - climbing out ...
01/05/2026

Is there anything better than baby owls?

When I found the nest, one barred owlet was actively “branching” - climbing out of the nest and up the tree while crying for mom the whole time. The term typically refers to when a baby starts crawling from the nest and onto nearby branches on the home tree (only, the tree that this mom chose didn’t have any branches, so they had it a little bit harder). This is the first step to fledging, when the baby actually takes the leap to another tree, and starts exploring their world.

Eventually, I did hear the parents talking back and forth to each other with the classic “Who cooks for you? Who cooks for you all?” call in the woods. Then, one parent (I assume mom) flew to the adventurous baby to cheer it on as it reached the top of the tree. Mom preened her little one for a bit, then flew to a nearby branch, urging the baby to fly from the nest.

That’s when I noticed rustling within the tree cavity, and a second little baby popped up! Before long, it climbed upward to an opening in the tree, and just looked around. The first baby was sure to branch that evening, but the second one did not seem as eager. It was such a special moment that I got to witness, and I hope they’re doing great exploring their new worlds, with the help of mom and dad.

Queen Elizabeth National Park is just so beautiful. I’m really loving environmental wildlife shots lately, and I think t...
28/04/2026

Queen Elizabeth National Park is just so beautiful. I’m really loving environmental wildlife shots lately, and I think this photo does a nice job at representing how lovely it can look. Not every wildlife shot has to be a close-up portrait! Sometimes, the wider shots tell the most stories…

What’s your preference?

Walked out of my room in Bwindi to head to breakfast and saw this gorgeous double-collared sunbird right in front of me ...
20/04/2026

Walked out of my room in Bwindi to head to breakfast and saw this gorgeous double-collared sunbird right in front of me on a yellow flower. Immediately dropped everything, ran back inside, grabbed my camera, and came right back out.

Worth it.

This is exactly why you keep your camera on you at all times, even at the lodge. You never know what’s waiting right outside your door.

Still can’t get over how good these colors are. If you weren’t a birder before visiting Africa, you surely will be after

Shan, a beautiful leopardess, rests in the tall grasses of Queen Elizabeth National Park as the last light of day filter...
13/04/2026

Shan, a beautiful leopardess, rests in the tall grasses of Queen Elizabeth National Park as the last light of day filters through the clouds. These are the kinds of moments where time stops. This might have been my favorite moment in Uganda… I couldn’t have asked for a better scene for this incredible leopard encounter.

To make the evening even more special, I saw my first owl in Africa on the drive back to the lodge: a Verreaux’s Eagle-Owl.

To preserve the natural feel of the moment, the tracking collar on this individual has been edited out.

A marabou stork atop its throne of palm trees at Lake Victoria. It’s hard to miss these large birds 🌴
07/04/2026

A marabou stork atop its throne of palm trees at Lake Victoria. It’s hard to miss these large birds 🌴

Aren’t giraffes just the cutest? One of my favorite animals in Africa. I could never get sick of watching them graze. Im...
02/04/2026

Aren’t giraffes just the cutest? One of my favorite animals in Africa. I could never get sick of watching them graze. Impressively tall, and so mesmerizing.

Come join me on safari if you want to spend time with these beautiful giants in person. There are still spots open on my September trip to Uganda!

I love how wildlife can casually coincide together. Here, a yellow-billed stork, relaxed and content, preens itself whil...
31/03/2026

I love how wildlife can casually coincide together. Here, a yellow-billed stork, relaxed and content, preens itself while a crocodile snoozes next to it. You wouldn’t find me that close to a crocodile! 🫣

Uganda is a country like no other. Join me on an unforgettable adventure through some of its most incredible wildlife de...
27/03/2026

Uganda is a country like no other. Join me on an unforgettable adventure through some of its most incredible wildlife destinations and experience why they call it the Pearl of Africa.

Over 14 days, we’ll track endangered mountain gorillas in Bwindi, spend time with wild chimpanzees in Kibale, search for elusive shoebills in Mabamba Swamp, and head out on safari game drives in Murchison Falls and Queen Elizabeth in search of lions, leopards, elephants, and more. We’ll also have boat safaris, guided wildlife walks, and even a night game drive. There are moments here that are hard to put into words. Sitting with gorillas in the forest, early mornings on game drives, quiet time on the water, and everything in between.

But what makes this trip special goes even beyond the wildlife.

We’ll spend time with local communities, getting a glimpse into everyday life and local traditions. Even the travel days are part of the experience as we pass through villages, plantations, and some of the most beautiful landscapes I’ve ever seen.

This trip is made possible with Expedite Wildlife Tours and led alongside Phenny Mbabazi, whose family was involved with the early habituation of gorillas in Uganda. A portion of the trip also supports Selfless Hands Bwindi, a nonprofit he founded to support the local community through education, healthcare, and development.

Many of the experiences throughout the trip also support conservation efforts, including gorilla trekking permits and visits to places like Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary and the Pangolin Rescue Center. These initiatives play an important role in protecting wildlife, from reintroducing species like white rhinos and rehabilitating pangolins, to helping protect gorillas from habitat loss and harm.

September 20 - October 3, 2026
14 days | Limited to 5 guests
$6,999 per person

If this has been on your mind, I’d love to have you there.

More details are in the link in my bio.

If you’re interested comment “Uganda” below! ⬇️

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