Antelopes

Impalas were a common sight, both in Zimbabwe and in South Africa, but I never got tired of watching them. Their gracious rushes and jumps, their colours and beautiful faces.

These are early morning shots, where they are mock fighting. Nature’s clever way to prepare them for the real fights.

Every day brought new adventures, new wonders to behold. The safari tours were at least twice a day and lasted for several hours. I wished they would go on forever. Africa, I am so grateful I finally got there. Unforgettable memories.

But, we were still waiting for the lions…so illusive.

Glimpses only …holding us in suspense.

Every day we were all on the lookout for them…

On our African adventure, the jeeps took us out on the savanna at least twice a day – early mornings and evenings. There are of course a multitude of beautiful antelopes here, and the Gnus are frequent. They have such funny, long faces and they eye you very closely before they turn away. I love the look of their satin skin and soft stripes at the neck.

The African Buffalo herds are matriarchal and the large herds can sometimes consist of more than 1000 individuals. The buffalo is one of the Big Five, very heavy weight and strong, and considered one of the most dangerous animals in Africa.

They are good swimmers and can stay for a long time just enjoying the water.

Their young are brown coloured to make it easier for them to hide in the grass.

Such thick and heavy horns are almost impossible to deal with – even for a lion.

I would not want to stand in their way when the herd is running.

Another beauty is the large waterbuck with its long, spiral horns curving first backwards, then forwards. The horns are 55-99cm. This couple was watching us from afar.

I wished time stood still and we didn’t have to leave…but it was time to slow down and return to the camp before dark. Thank you for joining the tour today!