Jambo!!!
Trip Start
Jul 27, 2006
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Trip End
Sep 27, 2006
Nakuru, Kenya
Friday, August 4, 2006
Today I'm back in Nairobi after a 5 day safari in Kenya. I chose to do mine in the Samburu area rather than the more popular Maasai Mara- and I was not disappointed. From Samburu we drove through the great Rift Valley and stopped to explore wildlife and birdlife in various lakes both fresh water and 'soda' lakes where flamingos feed. I'll post some photos of the experience. We had a phenomenal guide- Jeremiah- who used to work as a park ranger and spent time warding off poachers. He knew everything about the animals and birds and their habits. Had stories of watching pythons eating impalas whole, and he had a very keen eye for even the smallest little bird.
More that observing the scenery and wildlife, it was an interesting study in humankind. It's amazing to watch how people behave when they see certain animals- 'the big five' and how eaily they turn their backs on other magnificent beings- because they've seen them before. Seeing twelve vehicles chasing after a lion as he tried to skulk his way through the trees and hunt while everyone is elbowing each other to get the perfect photo is quite frustrating. The beauty of nature seems lost, but there I was in the midst of it all, elbows up with my camera poised too.
We spent a lot of time driving which I enjoyed, although bumpy and dusty, because the views and countryside were stunning. And everytime we passed through a village the children would run after the truck yelling 'sweet, sweet' with their hand outstretched wanting candy.
Now I have a brief stop in Nairobi to regroup- I head tomorrow to meet Mr. Okidi and begin my placement.
I trust you are all well. I am posting a few photos... it seems to take a while at this computer... so perhaps just a couple.
Much love-
Shona
PS.... I just tried posting some pics, but it didn't work... i'll try again next time, it's getting late. Cheers!
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yay! it's fun to get your updates so soon. i'm glad thta you're having a good time and i can't wait to read more about it.
too bad the pics didn't work out, i would've loved to see them! nex time.
:)
xo
Oops, posted this on the wrong entry originally...
Hey Shona,
Can't wait to see those pics. Did you take that picture of the elephant that's at the top of your blog though?
The safari sounds awesome. Which animals did you see? Did you meet any cool people? Those 'whiny brits' sound like more of a story, what happened with them?
Have fun, and keep safe.
xoxox
Laura
Chipmunks?
Do they have chipmunks there? A Kenyan equivalent? This is what I want to know.