Out of Africa - In the Mara

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September 27th 2009

Published: October 5th 2009

My second leg of the adventure started when I bid farewell to Edgar on the evening of the 22nd and flew into Masai Mara the following morning. No words can really describe the Masai Mara. It is one of the most beautiful, out of this world places I have ever been. And I don't say that lightly. From the moment you arrive you know this is a special place. It is romantically intoxicating, from the l... Read Full Entry

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The famliy out for a stroll.

My first wildebeest river crossing.

On the hunt.

RElaxing in the heat of the day.

Wildebeest river crossing

Wildebeest crossing

The wildebeest will all gather at the river's edge waiting for one (very brave or very stupid) to take the plunge they they all follow. The river is filled with danger including crocodiles, risk of breaking a leg on the rocks, drowning and getting trampled by other wildebeests in the rush to get to the other side.

Trying to scale the slippery rock shore.

Thousands, if not tens of thousands of wildebeests .

Having a coffee while we wait for the wildebeest to cross the river.

He looks so cute and tame, doesn't he? As long as you remain in the vehicle.

Having a refreshing drink in the afternoon sun.

Wildebeest mad dash across the river.

Frantically trying to get to the other side.

One of nature's great spectacles.

Hippo lounging.

Warthog and her young.

One of the many antelope species in the Mara.

Cute little guy.

Mongoose

A mother nd her baby.

Amazing African sunset.

5th October 2009

Janette
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Holy Wildebeest Batman!
I can't wait to see pictures!! Sounds like you're having the time of your life. You'll have lots of stories for Eliza one day.

19th October 2009

Michel
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Mara
You sure have a way with words Joel. That place sounds soooo inspiring. Take care. Michel

18th June 2010

Chepkorir
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wow
wow i like this!:-)

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