How many books to pack?

Every year at this time David and I do our annual pilgrimage to visit the plains of the Masai Mara. 

We look forward to the sheer joy of leaving frenetic Johannesburg for the bustle of Nairobi and vast plains of the Mara. The teeming herds of game flow through the grass and continue their annual progression to cross the rivers. Emotive moments are shared by all who experience this natural marvel. 

David and I share wonderful times with our Kenyan friends. I love to sit in the Landy, chat to Benson, draw, write and ponder while the photographers snap away. We leave on Saturday and will once again be able to absorb the vastness of the African plains.

The question is - how many books do you pack??

Kenya and the Masai Mara

We fly to Kenya on Saturday 30 August for our annual pilgrimage to view the wildebeest migration. Each year is special. Each year is different. 

The Mara always surprises and delights. Whether it is the vast numbers of animals or the beauty of the landscapes after a rain storm we are always spell bound by the area.

Of course we look forward to taking the group on a new experience. We have a full tour - 32 people. Each group of six has its own driver - ranger who is an expert on the area. The guests are treated as friends and all leave having experienced a wonderful time.

David and I  look forward to seeing our friends in Nairobi and the Mara and particularly Kichwa Tembo camp on the edge of the Mara conservancy.

We look forward to another wonderful Mara trip. Mahali pazuri - a good place indeed.

CE August workshop

We have about three day workshops a year. David presents aspects of photography. Because we are 'on the way to the Mara' the day was filled with tips and pointers for wild-life photography.

In the evening we had our pre Mara get-together. About 22 of our guests joined us and we had a great inter-active evening with slides, questions and laughter. A great way to prepare for another Kenyan adventure.

Good food, wine and great company - a marvelous way to end the weekend.

Next Mara Tour: 2009 29 August - 6 September