Bethany's Big Cat Experience

A Family Safari in Pictures

Tree-Climbing Lions of Lake Manyara

A Tree-Climbing Treat

Lake Manyara, once the filming location for the classic Hollywood Tarzan movies, is a popular safari stop between Arusha and the Serengeti for a variety of reasons including its huge variety of bird-life and its wallowing hippos.

However, it is the park's tree-climbing lions that are an especially popular sight with visitors. Up until recently, only Lake Manyara and Uganda's Queen Elizabeth National Park could boast this rare sight - although recent reports say that the phenomenon has now spread to the Serengeti as well.

Our recent clients, Shwana & Jennifer, were lucky enough to spot them in both Lake Manyara and the Serengeti!

A lazy lion enjoying some R&R in a Serengeti tree.

And one enjoying the view from atop a tree in Lake Manyara.

Of course, this wasn't all they saw! In addition to catching a glimpse of the Wildebeest Migration in motion, they also spotted cheetahs, a variety of fascinating birds, and even a few topi!

Guided by our experienced guide, Bashiru (the photographer on these shots), they crossed the Serengeti, ducked through Lake Manyara, and even paid a visit to the local Masai.

A cheetah watches the plains carefully for signs of prey or danger.

They don't get photographed as much as impala or other antelopes, but we think the topi are cute!

A lone giraffe cuts a striking figure.

An elephant forages.

A young giraffe stills a hug.

The distinct colouration of the Southern Ground Hornbill makes it popular with photographers.

Valentina's Safari Adventure

Our recent client, Valentina had a memorable time on her safari across the Serengeti and Ngorongoro.

Not only did she get to see members of the Big Five such as lions, leopards, and elephants, but she also spotted some gorgeous antelopes and got to spend some time visiting with the local Masai.

Below, you'll find just a few snapshots from her exciting five day safari.

Lions having a nap in the grass.

Giraffes and acacia trees just belong together!

Valentina poses with one of our brand new safari vehicles.

A male impala looks over his harem of women.

The gigantic Eland is the largest of the antelope species.

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