Leopard in a Tree
This exquisite Leopard stopped to pose for me as he descended from a tree
in the Serengeti, Tanzania.
Elephants at Dusk
This awesome image was shot from an enclosure at Tree Tops, Kenya. Tree
Tops is a hotel on stilts overlooking a watering hole. At dusk it's a
hub of activity with all sorts of animals coming to drink. This was shot
with a flash and no filters. We also saw a black rhinceros at about 3am....
the hotel staff woke up anyone who wanted to see the Rhino or other rare
animals. Unfortunately it was a bit too far for my flash to be effective.
Mount Kilimanjaro
This famous mountain can best be seen from Amboseli National Park in Kenya
although it lies mostly in Tanzania. Viewing Kilimanjaro should be done
in early morning before a ring of clouds around the peak ruins the view.
Mating Lions
These two lions in Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania, put on a frequent show
for anyone who wants to watch.
Black Rhinoceros
We saw this Black Rhino and it's mate in Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania.
The high walls of the crater offer natural protection from poachers.
Safari Vehicle Round-up
All of these jeeps converged on the scene where the Black Rhinos were
sleeping in the tall grass of Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania. Everyone had
to wait for them to emerge. A circus atmosphere emerges when rare animals
are found. Although this scene seems ridiculous it's nothing compared
to the hoards of tourists and vehicles found in Kenya. In general I found
Tanzania to be much better for game viewing.
Rim View of Ngorongoro Crater
The view from the crater rim is spectacular. The crater is about 10 miles
in diameter and 2000 feet deep. It provides a year-round habitat so there
is little need for the wildlife to migrate. The variety of wildlife is
emense.
Lunch in Ngorongoro Crater
The edge of a small lake afforded us an excellent locale for a picnic
lunch. We could even game watch while eating... there were hippopotamus
in the lake.
The Vast Soda Lake
The large soda lake in the middle of Ngorongoro Crater is not very deep.
In this image you can see three wildebeest running and ping flamingos
in the background.
Female Lion
Lions were plentiful in Ngorongoro Crater.
White-bearded Gnu in Ngorongoro
More commonly known as wildebeest.
Mass Migration
The mass migration in was in the Masai Mara (Kenya) part of the Serengeti
plains. From a distance it looked like a rocky terrain. As you get closer
you realize that all those 'rocks' are in fact thousands and thousands
of migrating animals. Smoke in the air from grass burning in Tanzania
prevented a clear view.
Marabou Stork
This stork was up in the tree tops near the entrance of the lodge we stayed
in on the rim of Ngorongoro Crater.
Masai Village
While in the Masai Mara it's possible to visit a Masai Tribal village.
You'll have to pay the chief a 'fee' which should be all inclusive. Once
inside anyone you take a picture of will attempt to solicit additional
money from you.
Female Impala
These common antelope can be found in most areas.
Male Impala
Elephant in Samburu
This big boy was leading a heard of a dozen or so elephants.
Samburu Woman
Tribal dance performances offer the opportunity to see the traditional
Samburu fashion.
Leopard
This Leopard was relaxing in the grass next to it's fresh dinner which
appeared to be a rabbit.
Reticulated Giraffe
The reticulated giraffe is native to Northern Kenya. They have a very
distinct pattern that separates them from the common giraffe.
Tribesman near Mount Kenya
This dude had his entire body painted with white patterns seen here.
Suggested Safari Travel Guides
(Order Through Amazon Books - Click on the book name)
Lonely
Planet Kenya
Lonely
Planet Tanzania, Zanzibar & Pemba
As with most Lonely Planet guides, these Kenya and Tanzania
editions are invaluable resources for planning your journey. They
offer you the most up-to-date information about where to go and where
to aviod, how to get there and get around, where to stay at a reasonable
rate. The guides provide everything you'll need to know for a rewarding
visit.
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