Photo Safari Travel Journal: Day 2
LETABA, KRUGER NATIONAL PARK, SOUTH AFRICA
Day 2
Waking up at Boulders is like no other morning you’ve ever had. Immediately from your bed are views of life in the bush. With a waterhole centering the great viewing area, we have seen two Gazelle herds, a pack of seven Wild African Dogs and beautiful birds grazing the colorful trees in the area. It is a gathering place for a range of animals all right out the balcony of your private loft. One of the groundskeepers said that it’s a regular viewing spot for Lions, Giraffe, Elephant, and a diversity of migrating herds. Nestled by a rocky hill strewn with giant boulders it is one of the most remote spots to spend the night in the park. Our first wildlife encounter leaving our luxury camp were another three African Wild Dogs obstruct the road. It was a remarkable opportunity to photograph these often elusive animals from only a few feet away. As we headed North through more forested terrain, it was more challenging for wildlife viewing. We were greeted by Giraffe browsing for breakfast and a family herd of Zebra on their morning stroll. Further along we came across a watering hold where Zebras were drinking and a massive African Bull Elephant with enormous tusks was taking large gulps of water with his trunk.
We have experienced the warmest of hospitality. There is an inner light and pride that emanates in the eyes and smiles of the locals we encounter from their reverence of this majestic natural wonderland. This is a timeless ageless place in competition with the demands of our modern world. A reminder of a natural order long forgotten in th many urban centers in Africa and the world. Facing the challenges of poaching and human development the preservation of this natural world heritage site is essential for future generations.
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