Kirsten Frost

Cultural & Wildlife Photographer and Photo Tour Leader

Kirsten Frost

Kirsten Frost’s journey into photography began at a young age with a simple point-and-shoot camera. His natural talent quickly gained recognition within the South African photography community, and by the age of 16, he was sponsored with professional-grade equipment. By 18, his wildlife photography was already appearing on the covers of national magazines. Driven by a deep passion for Africa’s wild places, Kirsten pursued formal studies in Nature Conservation. After completing his education, he gained hands-on experience in the field, which further deepened his expertise.

Kirsten’s work has earned accolades in international photographic competitions, most notably the prestigious title of 2017 Botswana Wildlife Photographer of the Year. This recognition came from his compelling portfolio at Mashatu Game Reserve, where he worked as a photographic guide. During this time, Kirsten shared his extensive knowledge of wildlife photography and the natural environment with guests, earning their admiration and respect. More than just an award-winning photographer, Kirsten is also a dedicated conservationist. His contributions to conservation are a testament to his commitment to preserving Africa’s natural heritage. Notably, he played a key role in the Prints for Wildlife initiative, which raised over US$660,000 for African Parks through the sale of wildlife prints.

In 2020, National Geographic featured his “Ice Cats of Africa” story—a unique photographic narrative capturing cheetahs in the snow in South Africa—further showcasing his ability to capture extraordinary moments in nature.

Before founding FROST Photo Tours, Kirsten built a successful career in the safari industry. He conceptualized, planned, and led high-end photo safaris across destinations such as Namibia, South Africa, Ethiopia, Botswana, Kenya, Zimbabwe, South Sudan, Ecuador, Argentina, and Madagascar. Today, he continues to lead cultural and wildlife photo tours around the world, with a strong focus on exploring new and remote destinations.

As FROST Photo Tours grows, Kirsten remains dedicated to providing exciting adventures that offer unparalleled photographic opportunities in some of the world’s most exceptional destinations for wildlife and cultural photography.