Before we get on to photography, please be sure you are safe! The Masai Mara and Serengeti are especially dangerous after dark when the predators are at their most active, so please don’t wander anywhere… Read More
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Rescuing ‘Pili’ the Elephant
6.53 AM, Saturday morning, I’m settling into a strong coffee, the morning send off completed, the dawn chorus dissipating as the birds head off to feed. Sammy, one of our Serian mess attendants rushes in with… Read More
Kings…or Killers?
Many of us think of lions as being the invincible kings of the Masai Mara, but an emotional week here at Serian has highlighted just how vulnerable they can also be. Hyena will happily feast… Read More
The Bridge to Ngare
There can be few more exhilarating and exotic ways to enter your safari camp than a suspension bridge above the mighty Mara river, and for everyone who experiences the bridge to Alex Walker’s Ngare Camp… Read More
My Life in the Mara: A Day with the Offbeat Lion Pride
Karibu Sana! My name is Penny Robartes, and I am a professional Wildlife Photographer and Photo Tour Leader. I am currently writing this post from Serian Camp in the Mara North Conservancy, with a view… Read More
Penny Robartes – Photographer in residence
Penny Robartes, professional fine art wildlife photographer, will join the Alex Walker’s Serian team as photographer in residence for our 2019 high season. Penny will be available to all clients in camp to provide mentoring… Read More
The Great Migration (Video)
Some “Great Migration” footage from the past season depicting the chaos and confusion engendered in the traumatic river crossings. Conquering the imagination, leaving you feeling overwhelmed and excited, this beautiful wild space offers a nurturing… Read More