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Africa, Botswana, Chobe National Park, Chobe National Park West, elephants, water buffalo, zebra
Part II of my visit to Chobe National Park West
I think most of us have a place in the world we have always wanted to visit. Mine was Africa. After I retired at the end of 2017, my friend Jenny and I departed Sydney for a trip to three countries in Africa. I have previously written about my first visit to Chobe National Park (both East and West) but I thought I would finish with my trip with a final series of photos.I love elephants; majestic beautiful animals…well I love all animals but was so excited about seeing an elephant in the wild [where I believe they should all be] and I certainly was not disappointed. Seeing these fabulous creatures walking/playing/bathing and just enjoying life was amazing.And as for the baby elephants; they were incredibly [incredibly] cute…hanging with their mums!I also saw lots of other animals of course including beautiful zebra; wow these are also such majestic creatures and was fortunate enough to capture one in a series of poses with my final photo of him/her [no idea how to tell if male or female] looking in my direction.And then a ‘dazzle’ or ‘zeal’ of zebra [have to be honest had to look up on the internet to see what a group of zebra is called!]…And various other beautiful animals…I loved Africa/Sth Africa so much that I have booked a return trip to South Africa this September but this time will spend time in Cape Town travelling around and watching whales, then Pretoria visiting friends as well as a few days staying in the wild glamping rather than camping. Can’t wait for that; camping out in the wild but in a fabulous tent with en-suite!
Gaz the Human Macrophage said:
Those elephants are truly majestic creatures. It is unbelievable in the 21st century, there remains an ivory trade which puts these beautiful animals in danger.
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SueT唐 梦 琇 said:
I know. It’s just dreadful like the rhino horn. Just awful!!!
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Simone said:
Gorgeous pictures. So many adventures and lots more ahead xx
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SueT唐 梦 琇 said:
Thank you so much Simone. Very kind. Xx
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Lignum Draco said:
An amazing experience! It must be exhilarating to see wild elephants but I guess there is a fear factor that they could trample you potentially.
I’ll bet you can’t wait for September to come around.
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vinneve said:
Wow that’s a nice adventure! I learned a new word thanks!
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Violet Plum said:
How wonderful. They are all so beautiful 🙂
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SueT唐 梦 琇 said:
Thank you very much and yes you are right they are.
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SueT唐 梦 琇 said:
There was one scary moment that a bull elephant had his ears back and was looking at us aggressively ( well I thought so). Our guide was ready though and knew all the signs when an elephant feels threatened. We were ready to drive away and were told not to mage a sound or take photos that make a noise. Yes can’t wait for Sept. pulling my itinerary together at the mementos busy!!
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Violet Plum said:
You’re very welcome 🙂 It must have been brilliant to meet them. 🙂
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Amy said:
I love these elephant photos, especially the baby elephant, too cute! So glad you’re planning another trip. 🙂
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SueT唐 梦 琇 said:
Thanks again Amy.
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Leyla said:
Beautiful shots
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Sunshiny SA, Kavitha said:
I wont camp.😊
Glamping yes.
I love the elephant as well and the babies are adorable. So glad that you are fulfilling your dreams And Soul Sue. 🤗🤗🤗
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SueT唐 梦 琇 said:
So kind. Thank you!!!
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SueT唐 梦 琇 said:
Ha ha glamping is definitely the thing to do. I could not do camping either. Thank you for your lovely comment.
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