Kenya Masai Mara

Crossing the Mara River, Mara  Triangle , Kenya

River crossing Mara Triangle Masai Mara Kenya.

The Masai Mara Reserve on the border of kenya and Tanzania is recognized as one of the top locations for wildlife photographers in Africa.

This river crossing photo is a good example of why it is so popular.  There is a backdrop of beautiful landscape, a selection of Hippos , Wildebeest, Zebras , Topi , Elephants and Crocodiles all in one photo.

To the left out of frame we had just been photographing Leopard and 5 minutes drive away we were later in the afternoon filming  a pride of Lions.

After visiting 5 African countries and many other great wildlife reserves the Masai Mara remains my favourite.

Best time of year to visit: Late August , September, early October when the 2 million plus wildebeeste are visiting on the annual migration. 

Best photographic travel company to book with: The team at www.wild-eye.co.za

Mozambique

Women sort the fish while the men relax after returning from fishing. A timeless tradition thats played out every morning (unless its to rough)  Beira Mozambique

African Photo Adventure

Bull Elephant - Kruger National Park

I muse as to whether elephants think we can't see them when they watch you from behind flimsy branches. 

My FAVORITE african Bird

The only thing better than one Lilac Breasted Roller is getting two together. Of the over 400 varieties of birds to be photographed in East Africa the Lilac Breatsed Roller is my favourite.

This opportunity arose in Tsavo West one of the oldest National Parks in Kenya.  Its fallen in popularity for the average tourist as MUCH OF  the TERRAIN is rugged and spotting game can be  difficult. However the lack of people and the nature of the terrain rewards the avid PHOTOGRAPHER.

The light and angles due to the hilly nature can give OPPORTUNITIES to ACHIEVE photos not possible on other more accessible National Parks

Tsavo Wesr Kenya - Lilac Breasted Rollers