Dana Allen

Dana Allen was born in California and raised as a global citizen. He traveled constantly while growing up, visiting and living in numerous countries, including rural Mexico, India, Swaziland, Lesotho, South Africa, and Zimbabwe. Acquiring his first camera at the age of 12, Dana developed a love of photography that has never dimmed. He studied Fine Art Photography at Arizona State University, earning a Bachelor and Masters Degree with highest honors. He taught photography at universities in the United States and later in Zimbabwe, where he was the head of the Photography & Graphic Arts Department for five years. With a passion for the natural world, Dana has specialized in wildlife and landscape photography throughout Southern Africa since 1991. His images have been used extensively by African safari operators and his images have been enjoyed by millions in various publications, cards, calendars, and books. Dana currently resides in Zimbabwe.

Upcoming Trips: TBA

Past Trips:

Botswana Photo Safari, April 26-May 6, 2011
Zambia and Zimbabwe Photo Safari, September 5-16, 2011

Client Testimonials:


Dan was excellent. He has a masterful eye in composing the right conditions for a great shot on a photographic safari.
Steven W., San Diego, CA
Dana is always a pleasure to learn from. I especially enjoyed evening technique lectures. Petra W., Cincinnati, OH
Botswana Photo Safari