by Thomas | Aug 28, 2016 | Africa, Animals, Endangered Species, Featured, Kenya, Maasai Mara
We were headed back to the Mara Serena Lodge in Maasai Mara after an afternoon safari when our road was blocked by a herd of Cape Buffaloes. As the large herd ambled across the road, I spotted a pair of sparring bulls a little ahead. However we could not get close to... 
by Thomas | Aug 21, 2016 | Featured, India, Places, Valparai
After checking in at the Stanmore garden estate in Valparai, I stepped onto the balcony of the two level wooden Chalet and the sweeping views of the tea estate blew by mind away. After soaking in the luxurious views, I made a mental note to wake up early and try to... 
by Thomas | Aug 14, 2016 | Africa, Animals, Endangered Species, Featured, Kenya, Maasai Mara
After the spectacular sighting of the Lions cub during the morning safari in Maasai Mara, we started the afternoon safari in overcast conditions. We had only ventured about a kilometer or so from the resort when our guide spotted a Lioness sitting at a short distance... 
by Thomas | Aug 7, 2016 | Animals, Endangered Species, Featured, India, Valparai
I vividly remember my last trip to Valparai and the various challenges we had in sighting, photographing the Lion-tailed Macaque. You can read more about that experience in the land of the Lion-tailed Macaque. So on this trip to Valparai, I wasn’t expecting much...