
Star Trip that turned into a Storm Trip
Had planned a detailed astrophotography few days/nights in the heart of the Karoo. But as often happens, the weather had different ideas.
Had planned a detailed astrophotography few days/nights in the heart of the Karoo. But as often happens, the weather had different ideas.
Sensational – “is something that causes a lot of public excitement, or is something that is exceptionally good”. Tswalu is much more than that and should be on your bucket list …..
With limited game sightings, the emphasis was on birds and the birds of prey did not disappoint. Raptors, owls and secretary birds were in abundance … and as always the small creatures.
I have seldom seen the vegetation in the Kruger National Park looking so lush and beautiful. It made sightings difficult but there was still lots to be seen. It was also our 70th trip to the park …..
A perfect hideaway not too far from home was an ideal break from lockdowns. It offers so much more for a photographer than just a a few days of relaxation …..
The earlier part of summer often experiences the first rains in the Kgalagadi. Although we did not have any heavy rain we did get some spectacular thundercloud scene.