All my tours have been created thanks to extensive research in the field.

A lot of time has been invested in researching the best areas, villages, landscapes and populations to ensure my clients have the best experience these places can offer.

My tours are focused on photography and achieving the best photo opportunities but always blended with a relaxed atmosphere that help the participants maximize the creative and technical potential.

With the help of my local fixers, time is never wasted on research for the photo subjects and opportunities. Almost all the portrait sessions are pre-arrange, always with different (from previous trips) and amazing models. There will, however, also be unplanned and spontaneous photo opportunities.

You will have the opportunity to learn and practice new and different photographic techniques, in different lighting situations and environments. The tours are designed in order to have all the time necessary to live unique experiences and create dream shots.

Read HERE some comments left by my clients in previous tours.

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SOME REVIEWS FROM MY CLIENTS:

Andrea Gabrieli (ITALY)

Traveling with Mauro is always a delightful surprise! You dive into authentic realities, experiencing daily life, vibrant colors, and rich scents, connecting with the true soul of each destination. Mauro’s expertise shines in logistics and photography, guiding you to unique, meaningful places with respect for local cultures, seeking the essence of humanity. These journeys are both external and internal, offering profound enrichment, freedom for the soul, and inspiration to face life anew. Mauro also deeply values his clients' needs, fostering true companionship along the way.

prof. Benny Shilo (ISRAEL)

This was one of the most amazing trips I’ve ever taken. Mauro’s deep knowledge of Kenya and his warm, open personality made it exceptional. His carefully crafted plan allowed us to reach remote, authentic tribes and connect personally with them. Though rugged, the journey’s rewards were priceless, capturing the beauty of the landscape and the meaningful encounters with the people we photographed. A truly unforgettable experience.

Carole Noronha (AUSTRALIA)

I travelled in Kenya recently with Mauro. I met people and visited places I could only have dreamed of. The connections and friendships Mauro has made over years allowed such a unique, personal and intimate experience that I will forever treasure. His professional guidance and passion for the Kenyan people not only meant I captured incredible photos off the beaten track but left no doubt in my mind to travel with Mauro again in the future. Incredible!

Matteo Carta (ITALY)

It's not easy to put into words the amazing experience I had traveling with Mauro in Kenya. Perfectly organized, the Turkana tour has been an epic experience. Mauro guided us through a wild, authentic and pristine area of Kenya where the people and their stories touched my soul. Thanks to his constant support and unique photographic insight, we were able to capture and create fantastic pictures. It was great fun chatting, laughing and sharing memorable moments with Mauro and cannot wait to hit the road with him again.. Highly, highly recommended.

Alexandra Ramos (BRAZIL)

My trip to Kenya was more than a photographic journey—it was a cultural immersion. Under Mauro’s expert guidance, I connected deeply with the country and its people. Mauro’s passion for Kenya shone through every explanation, helping me capture not just images but the soul of the land. Beyond photography, I gained profound insights into Kenyan culture, creating memories and connections that will last a lifetime. Kenya with Mauro is a transformative, unforgettable experience!

Sabrina Fumagalli (ITALY)

Bangladesh was one of my long-awaited destinations, rich in culture and far from mass tourism. It surprised me with vibrant daily life, endless smiles, and pure joy, despite its challenges. The bustling tuk-tuks, honking horns, and warm hospitality made it unforgettable. Mauro’s passion and deep knowledge of the country enriched my experience, guiding me with patience and taking me to unexpected places. His humanity, sensitivity, and photography skills created an unforgettable journey, with flawless logistics to match.

Katherine Taylor Nordgren (HAWAII)

Mauro made traveling to a new country, and meeting new people, easy.
We got to see the wide diversity of Kenya and its people. I am a beginner photographer, and Mauro patiently took the time to teach and correct me. I also learned so much by being around the other amazing photographers on the trip.
I walked away with some pictures I am really proud of, forever memories, and priceless relationships. I highly recommend Mauro’s Turkana Tour.

Stephen Hermida (GIBRALTAR)

In November 2021, I joined Mauro De Bettio's Turkana Lake photo tour, the best photography workshop I've attended. Mauro expertly balanced relaxed creativity with a focus on achieving outstanding photo opportunities. With the help of local fixers, portrait sessions were well-organized yet allowed for spontaneous moments. Mauro's guidance elevated my artistic and technical skills, and the thoughtful itinerary ensured a safe, enriching experience. Inspired, my work now features in galleries and top photography platforms.

Myriam Leplat (BELGIUM)

I joined Mauro's photo tour to Kenya and Lake Turkana in July 2021, and it was an unforgettable experience. The journey was meticulously planned and seamlessly organized. Mauro, a highly skilled photographer and experienced guide, is also incredibly kind and approachable. I wholeheartedly recommend this unique and inspiring adventure.

Filippo Pompili (ITALY)

I embarked on a photographic journey that became an intense, emotional experience. Mauro's thoughtful planning led us to discover places and people, often struggling but rich in humanity. These powerful moments inspired my photos. As a guide, Mauro was perfect—never intrusive, always offering the right advice at the right time. The emotions I captured will stay with me forever.

Elena Molina (SPAIN)

The most stunning trip ever, as per the photographic opportunities and guidance and also regarding the humanitarian aspects.
Not only gave me the opportunity to interact and coexist with the different tribes around Turkana lake, but also to go deep and feel the real life in the streets of Nairobi. All thanks to a great organization on behalf of Mauro De Bettio and his contacts in the different places we visited.

Mario Benenati (ITALY)

After years of traveling, photography became my inseparable companion. Inspired by Mauro De Bettio, I joined his photo tour in Bangladesh, where his talent and organizational skills amazed me. Mauro's ability to connect with people and create meaningful experiences is extraordinary. His trips are safe, meticulously planned, and profoundly human. Thanks to his guidance, my skills improved, with some work now featured in galleries. Mauro's passion reignited mine, making each journey a personal and artistic milestone.

Tessa Risso-Restano (GIBRALTAR)

Traveling with Mauro has transformed my photography. His patience and kindness create a supportive environment where I feel free to experiment and grow. An incredible guide, he makes you feel at ease, even in unfamiliar places. Mauro’s timely advice helps me capture the perfect shot without stress. This is my fourth photo tour with him, and each one has deepened my love for photography and the amazing places we explore. I can’t wait for the next adventure!

Simonetta Fantini (ITALY)

I didn’t know Mauro personally but found this trip on Facebook. Despite initial doubts about the challenges—roads and accommodations—my love for Africa prevailed. The experience exceeded every expectation, and I’ll always be grateful to Mauro.
The photography sessions were expertly guided, offering incredible opportunities to grow both technically and creatively. The itinerary was perfectly curated, and the locals we met were warm and welcoming. Add to that a fantastic group of participants, and it became a truly unforgettable journey. A must for any traveler!

Shari Carmon (ISRAEL)

The Kenya trip was much more than a perfectly organized photo tour, it was an experience and an adventure, reaching to so very remote tribes, learning how people are struggling to keep going with so little and still be happy. The amazing pictures we brought with us, and the memories are for life. Big part of this amazing trip was Mauro with his kindness and humanity and friendliness on top of his photography expertise and patience with us. I loved his sensitivity and respect to all the people we met and photographed, and it seems that all were very happy to meet him again.

Francesco De Mitrio (ITALY)

Having the chance to travel again was a great opportunity in itself. Then all thanks to a person who knows those places well, it was an added value. Traveling around the “forgotten” Kenya was a great pleasure, always surrounded and guided by local people. The amazing places visited, the incredibly welcoming people and the truly incredible and really well cared for photographic aspect.

Aurora Galve Muniesa (SPAIN)

I have traveled recently to Lake Turkana region in KenyaKenya with one of the photo tours organized by Mauro De Bettio. This trip is a unique opportunity to visit and photograph remot and fascinating ethnic groups that it's hard to believe that still exist.
It has been a wonderful and unforgettable experience!!!

Carmine Picariello (ITALY)

The photography trip to Bangladesh was a progressive crescendo of emotions, delightful surprises, and photographic inspiration. Mauro is a perfect organizer, always present both personally and professionally. With his guidance and humanity, he made the experience in this unexpected and fascinating country even more extraordinary.