In the Mara my favourite antelope is the Eland. Here in South Luangwa it is the Kudu. It is large and muscular with beautiful markings and amazing horns that curve. They are a little bit skittish so I was delighted … Read More
This pair of lions are resting between mating sessions and there is something almost tender about their pose. I have watched mating lions often and in different settings but the action and interactions always grab my attention. This peaceful pair … Read More
This was my first evening drive on this trip. Late in the season, the river was low so as we drove along the bank this large group of crocodiles caught our eye. The wrestling and splashing suggested they had a … Read More
It isn’t always easy to spot a lion especially when they are in the distance. Any game drive finds lots of ‘wood’ lions or ‘stone and rock’ lions! The guides’ familiarity with the landscape means that they notice when the … Read More
It is easy to get hung up on the ‘big five’ when on safari and on a first/only trip that actually makes sense as it can take a long time to find them! I’m lucky because I have been several … Read More
After such an amazing evening drive it is important to reset expectations. The Mara is not a zoo. There is no certainty that you will see particular animals and seeing a kill, or cats eating a kill, is a privelage … Read More
It was great to be back at Brian Freeman’s camp ( (Freeman Safaris) a few people had moved on but there were still several staff from my last visit and there is something special about being greeted by people who know you. … Read More
The morning started off well with good sightings of plains animals, gerenuk, and grevy zebra and excellent birds. The goshawk has such attractive markings and a strong but somehow delicate face. The warthog picture is a joy. You don’t often … Read More
The Reticulated Giraffe is found in northern Kenya so Samburu is an ideal place to watch them. Distant views of them walking across the varied landscape are wonderful – they just fit so well! It is something I look forward … Read More
It was the end of the day and the light was fading. As we drove towards the camp we passed through an area where we would not normally see many animals but it just goes to show in Africa you … Read More