Let’s Talk About the Hyena A bad reputation has long been assigned to the hyena, and I confess it was carried by me as well—quietly, unexamined, and unfairly. Words like ugly, sneaky, and scavenger had been whispered into my imagination by documentaries and campfire lore. Lions were admired, leopards were revered, and hyenas were merely …
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Grumeti Safari Comes Alive
Grumeti, Serengeti: Where the Soul of Safari Comes Alive The most incredible game sightings were experienced while on safari in Tanzania, and they were witnessed almost immediately upon entering the Grumeti region of the Serengeti. From the very first drive, however, the colours of the savannah were revealed in layers of gold, ochre, and deep …
Chem Chem A Slow Safari
Let’s talk about Chem Chem, the art of Slow Safari Where do you find Chem Chem? Chem Chem was experienced as a rare and special sanctuary, perfectly situated between Tarangire National Park and Lake Manyara, on the edge of the greater Serengeti ecosystem. It was understood to be a place where time was intentionally slowed, …
Cheetah Kill in the Serengeti
Cheetah Kill in the Serengeti On arrival at Seronera Airstrip, the largest and busiest airstrip in the Serengeti, the adventure was immediately set in motion. Situated in the very heart of Serengeti National Park. Seronera is where vast plains, winding rivers, and year-round wildlife converge, and it was from here that the journey truly began. …
Cape Town to Kalahari
Cape Town to the Kalahari A Love Letter Written in Dust, Fear, and Sheer Delusion Firstly, it must be stated that road trips are often romanticized by people who forget about potholes, heatstroke, and the emotional instability caused by Google Maps. Nevertheless, this particular journey—from Cape Town to the Kalahari—was destined to become legend. Specifically, …
Sundowners Over the Lake Manyara with Chem Chem
Sundowners Over the Lake Manyara: A Timeless Evening with Chem Chem As the sun started setting, we arrived at Lake Manyara. From the very first moment, a sense of anticipation was felt, as the landscape slowly revealed itself in muted tones. It was a windy, overcast day, and therefore the familiar image of Lake Manyara …
Turning 50: Half a Decade of Becoming Me
Turning 50: Half a Decade of Becoming Me There are moments in life when a number lands softly, like a feather, and yet somehow manages to knock the wind out of you. Turning 50 has been that moment for me. At first, it was laughed off, then it was whispered about, and eventually it was …
Rust en Vrede Restaurant: A Six-Course Symphony
Rust en Vrede Restaurant: A Six-Course Symphony in the Stellenbosch Winelands Where to Find This Gorgeous Restaurant Tucked away in the heart of the Stellenbosch Winelands, Rust en Vrede Restaurant is discovered only after a gentle drive through vineyards, oak trees, and an almost theatrical calm. From the moment the gates are passed, it is …
Angama Mara: A Wildlife Lover’s Dream
Angama Mara: A Wildlife Lover’s Dream Lifted Above the Clouds Introduction: A Place Where the Sky Touches the Earth To begin with, Angama Mara was encountered as a place unlike any other. The lodge was found floating high above the clouds, positioned beautifully along the Great Rift Valley, overlooking the golden plains of the Masai …
Vultures vs Marabou Storks
Thrilling Chaos on Safari : A Wake of Vultures in the Masai Mara The Sky Filled With Wings To begin with, a dramatic wake of vultures was being spotted long before the scene below was visible. High above the golden plains of the Masai Mara, enormous birds were swirling in a perfect vortex, carving circles …
An Elephant Encounter at Chem Chem
A Serendipitous Encounter at Chem Chem A warm, amber Serengeti sunrise had been unfolding when a remarkable encounter was granted to me at Chem Chem—a quiet concession nestled between Tarangire National Park and Lake Manyara in northern Tanzania. The Chem Chem Reserve is known for its heavy acacia woodland, stretches of golden savanna grass, and …
Honeymoon with Singita Faru Faru
Honeymoon with Singita Faru Faru Without a doubt, this has to be my most favourite lodge in the entire Grumeti Reserve. Perfect for honeymooners, I say that with absolute confidence. From the moment I arrive, I feel something shift. The space just flows. It has a simple, contemporary feeling that immediately calms the mind. It …
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Hello. My name is Lauren and I am a freelance photographer and blogger, living in Cape Town, South Africa. I love taking beautiful stylish photos, filled with passion.
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