As the banks of the Mara river are amongst the most desirable locations for safari camps, we often find ourselves sharing our little slice of heaven with the local hippopotamus families. They make for entertaining… Read More
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Did You Hear The One About The 7 Lions And A Porcupine?
No kidding! While accompanying guests in the Masai Mara National Reserve this week, I came across seven lions – a mix of adult females and cubs – all looking a bit confused. On their nightly… Read More

A silk tree – Trai Anfield
This week I’ve been taking my guests here at Serian to see a tree. You’d might not think that would be top of the excitement list when the Big Five are around, but this leather… Read More

Looking for Leopard
Every photographer has a ‘bogey critter’ – the one they are always unlucky with. Mine has been the leopard – or chui in Swahili. I’ve near-missed them all over Africa, India and Sri Lanka more… Read More

Photography After Dark at Serian
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

Serian: Time is the Secret
The true secrets of photography are elusive. I’m realising that time, rather than the latest and most expensive equipment, is the key to great shots. After all, even the best of cameras can’t create insightful… 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