wildlife photography

Graceful Giants of the Savannah – Giraffes

In Kruger National Park, the majestic giraffe stands out as an iconic savannah creature. Known for their impressive height and intricate spotted coats, these gentle herbivores thrive in diverse habitats. Giraffes live in social groups and play a crucial role in preserving natural ecosystems, leaving visitors with lasting memories of their beauty.
nThambo Tree Camp Safari Highlights

After departing Umkumbe Safari Lodge, we traveled to nThambo Tree Camp in Kruger National Park to enhance our chances of spotting the Big Five. The drive included a brief stop, leading to a welcoming brunch and thrilling game drives. Luxurious tree houses offered stunning views and an immersive wildlife experience. Evenings featured campfires and the…
Wildlife Wednesday: Leopard Feeding

During a remarkable safari, the group observed a leopard feeding on a warthog, highlighting nature’s beauty and its circle of life. Although they missed the chase, they found the leopard enjoying its meal in tall grass. A video documenting this scene is available, but viewer discretion is advised due to its content.
The South African Safari Continues

We traveled from Umkumbe Safari Lodge to nThambo Tree Camp in Kruger National Park, enhancing our chances of seeing the “Big 5” wildlife. nThambo’s intimate tree houses provide a unique perspective on nature. The experience combines wildlife encounters with relaxation, creating unforgettable memories before heading to Durban for the Sardine Run.
Captivating Moments with South Africa’s Majestic Lion Pride

The Sabie Sand Game Reserve in South Africa is known for its thriving lion prides, highlighting their social structures and hunting skills. Adjacent to Kruger National Park, the reserve facilitates wildlife movement. The images featured were taken with a Panasonic GH5 and 100-300 lens, courtesy of Umkumbe Safari Lodge’s guides.
Frogfish in St. Vincent

Frogfish are a group of fish belonging to the family Antennariidae, known for their unusual appearance and unique hunting strategy. These fish are often called Anglerfish or Frogfish because they have a modified dorsal fin that resembles a fishing rod with a lure attached to the end. The lure, known as an esca, is typically…
Bunaken National Park Turtles

Bunaken National Park is a marine park north of Sulawesi island, Indonesia. The park is located near the center of the Coral Triangle and was established as a national park in 1991. Bunaken National Park is also home to a large resident population of sea turtles. We lost count of how many turtles we saw…
White-Spotted Hermit Crab Feeding
A Family of Clark’s Anemonefish in Fiji

The sea is flat, the sun is out, and the dive boats leave the resort loaded with tanks and camera gear for another morning in Fiji. After a ride of about 45 minutes, we arrive at a new dive site in the Koro Sea and begin descending in buddy teams along a sloping sea wall.…
Wildlife Wednesday : Sea Stars

Sea stars are commonly called “starfish” although they are not fish Sea Stars are marine invertebrates with a central disc and usually five arms. They are also commonly referred to as Starfish. There are about 2,000 species of Sea Stars. Color, shape, and size varies however all resemble a star. They possess the very cool…