22 December 2009

tanzania! serengeti day one

On our way to Serengeti -- Kori bustard? Secretary bird? My notes are failing me... but it's a great shot anyway!










"Mzungo" = whitey








A beautiful view of the Ngorongoro Crater (to which we would return for exploration in a few days)







Couple shot of Leah and Dan








My favorite!








Zebras = donkeys with stripes








The adventurer!











Arrrrrr!








Our best shot of a cheetah... don't worry, we got up close and personal with the other big cats, you'll see







Giraffes made amazing silhouettes against the sky and plains








The giraffe is the national animal of Tanzania, as it is a "peaceful" animal











Love this front-back pose











Lion cub, sunning himself in the sun right by the main road in Serengeti!







And here's daddy, just on the other side








Enjoying our seats with extra padding








An elephant trunk extending upward is a sign of good luck











Can you spot the leopard in this photo?








Where's Dan's hat?








On our way to our lodging, we find a whole herd of giraffes grazing right by the road!










Amazing up close experience











Enjoying the pop-top








A beautiful sunset








At Ngome tented camp, where permanent tents were set up -- with an entire working bathroom attached to each! Flush toilet, sink with running water and mirror, and hot shower! This is my type of camping.





My Obama shirt was well received in Tanzania

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