Last year I had a remarkable opportunity to explore Southern Africa for the first time. It was just a small taste, but it immediately provoked a deep and unabiding love of this sometimes confounding but always beautiful region. As an animal lover a highlight were the various safaris I joined, including one in Botswana’s Chobe National Park as a guest of the Zambezi Queen river cruise ship. Driving around in a rugged jeep and led by a master guide, we saw giraffes, hippos and everything in between. Rather than tell you about it though, the safari is best shared through photos.
Stunning photos – particularly the last shot of the hippo. I can’t think of any other place where one can see such a variety of stunning and fascinating animals as Africa.
Such beautiful images!
Fabulous photos! Botswana is a stunning country. We didn’t get to Chobe National Park but I’m always looking for a reason to go back!
You definitely should, it’s a very special reserve.
The photos are gorgeous! We too are booked on the “Zambezi Queen” with a day trip in Chobe National Park – hope we see what you saw!
Lucky you! It’s a wonderful trip.
Love that last picture of the hippo!
Beautiful. Is the hippo laughing? What type of bird is in photo 7?
I’m sorry I don’t know
just came upon this site and the question concerning the bird. It is a Southern yellow-billed hornbill, very common in this part of Africa, very curious and charming. In some camps they are almost tame and wait to get the crumbs from your breakfast table….
Thank you!
Wonderful photos! It must have been a fantastic experience.