The Greater Kruger Area –
In the “backcountry” at Sabi Sands, away from crowds known to flock to Kruger National Park, we had amazing animal experiences.
A leopard walked right beside our open vehicle. It was close enough to reach down and pet. Of course I wouldn’t, I just sat there holding my 200-400 lens that couldn’t focus at such a close distance. Fortunately before it moved in so close, we all had a good time photographing the leopard. The guide told us that all of us in a vehicle presented a large unit that it wouldn’t mess with.
We saw a mother and cub every day. We never tired of watching and photographing the interaction.
One time the cub strayed away and caused some alarm before they were reunited.
Cats were plentiful, but we were up close and personal to some really big critters – very exciting photography.
We had a nice mix of safari animals.

Giraffe drinking – a very vulnerable time, given the position they take. They drink cautiously.
© 2016 Bob Harvey
Marvelous diversity, great opportunities to be up close and personal with amazing animals who don’t run when you arrive.