Kenya

In the rugged wilderness of Laikipia, Kenya, my recent photographic safari took place where my guests and I were seeking a masterpiece painted in starlight and shadow. As a professional photo tour leader who has guided wildlife photography tours for over a decade, I can say with certainty that few experiences rival the raw magnetism ... Read more

In the heart of Kenya's wilderness, amidst the breathtaking landscapes of Laikipia, lies a rare and elusive creature—the black leopard. Joining three adventurous photographers, I, ORYX Photo Tour Leader Daniel Bailey, embarked on a journey to capture the essence of this magnificent feline during our Kenya Black Leopard Photo Tour. A Journey of Discovery Begins ... Read more

Giza Mrembu; a Beautiful Darkness. A truly apt name for a melanistic Leopard whom has captured the attention and dreams of wildlife photographers and naturalists around the globe. As a professional wildlife photographer and international photographic tour leader, I was inexplicably drawn to this cat whose behaviour is as interesting as her aesthetics, from a ... Read more

Part 1: Laikipia Wilderness, Kenya In July 2023, I joined 3 repeat private safari guests on a photo tour that was pretty wild and mesmerizing. While these ladies are a lover of nature and its wildlife, they are fans of African felines and so I out together a photo tour that would take them on ... Read more

Seeing a black leopard in the wild is a profound experience. This is why heading on safari to Laikipia in search of the black leopard has a unique excitement and anticipation compared to other safaris. The stakes are high when the success of our tour hinges on seeing one exceptionally rare animal. Thankfully, in recent ... Read more