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Travel photographer and storyteller. 📷🖋Empowering womxn to explore & create. Engaging in acts of travel, photography & conservation. Vienna based. Member of @bellcollective. Co-Founder of @printsforwildlife.

This is Tawi lodge, Amboseli, Kenya. (@tawi_lodge This is Tawi lodge, Amboseli, Kenya. (@tawi_lodge & @pintoafrica advertisement) Located in a private conservancy in the East of Kimana gate in an important wildlife corridor that connects Amboseli and Chyulu Hills, Tawi lodge is a beautiful eco award winning lodge. The main drawing card of the lodge is that super tusker Craig likes hanging around here in the vicinity, often directly within Tawi‘s own conservancy. Well and then there’s the uninterrupted views of Mount Kilimanjaro straight from bed 🫠😍 I would recommend the lodge as a family friendly option as it has really spacious rooms, is fully fenced and has a pool and garden to hang out for the kids. #tawilodge #amboseli
In case you’re wondering why I was always dreami In case you’re wondering why I was always dreaming of visiting Amboseli—here’s the answer: It’s an Elephant wonderland! (On safari with @pintoafrica | Advertisement) And who doesn’t love the gentle giants? The way their social structure holds up tightly, how the wisdom of the elder generation is cherished, how their soft padded feet straddle the ground without making any sounds. I believe unicorns were inspired by elephants. They are simply magical creatures. And in Amboseli you’ll see an abundance of elephants every day. The park is home to around 2,000 elephants—spread across the savanna, marshlands and acacia woodlands—all set to the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro. It’s a scenery that leaves you speechless, and a very good reason to visit Amboseli. Yet, there’s a few things to consider—and vast differences between the East and West, the main national park and the private conservancies. I’ll soon share more about this in a blogpost and you can also mark your calendar for a live talk on 6th of December, where we’ll talk about how to plan a safari and what you need to know when doing so ☺️
Home in Amboseli. This is @elewanacollection Tort Home in Amboseli. This is @elewanacollection Tortilis camp (as always expertly picked and recommended by @pintoafrica | Advertisement). Tortilis Camp is named after the flat-topped, umbrella thorn tree, the Acacia Tortilis, that adorns the landscape of Amboseli. While Amboseli can get quite congested in the Eastern sector, Tortilis camp is located in a private conservancy in the West, allowing for some exclusivity in the otherwise busy park. In full partnership with the community, Tortilis Camp is paying fixed rent to local Maasai landowners to preserve the Kitirua Conservancy, a 30,000 acre wildlife corridor bridging Amboseli and Tanzania. This corridor is used heavily and predominately by elephants, who are the main attraction in Amboseli. Elephants are present in high densities here and carry some of the largest tusks you can witness anywhere in Africa. Many of these herds and bulls have been the subjects of the longest-running study of elephant behaviour in the wild since over 50 years. There’s much to be said about Amboseli, but it’s best to witness it yourself. 🐘 Watch a herd of elephants cross the dry lake bed, led by their experienced matriarch who knows the marshlands await on the other side with fresh water. 🐘 Visit Craig, the famous super tusker, who stands witness to the need for protection of these last few remaining individuals with that particular gene allowing them to grow these large tusks. 🗻 And then there’s Mount Kilimanjaro towering above it all. The word majestic doesn’t even cut it. If you want to learn more about it, just send me a DM and I’ll gladly share my learnings from visiting Amboseli!
KENYA EXPEDITION 2025 🐘🇰🇪 After returnin KENYA EXPEDITION 2025 🐘🇰🇪 After returning from Kenya two weeks ago many of you asked me if I’m launching a safari to the East African wonderland. Well, the short answer is: YES! ☺️ The long answer is a bit more complex: Kenya is a destination, that holds many treasures, but also needs quite some know-how to travel in a way that is not only memorable, but also intentional and responsible. There’s places in Kenya that are overcrowded and suffer from unsustainably managed tourism. Yet, they are popular for good reasons. After a lot of research and many years of travelling Kenya I put together a trip, that will bring us to the most incredible parts of Kenya, but always in private conservancies, that allow us to visit these places in a well-managed and ethical manner. 💌 If you want to learn more about the Kenya safari, comment with „Kenya“ and I’ll send you all the trip details. On safari with @pintoafrica (Advertisement).
Is a new camera on your wishlist? ☺️ Here’s Is a new camera on your wishlist? ☺️ Here’s the ultimate setup checklist if you’re getting a new baby like I just did 📸 (in partnership with @nikondach | Advertisement) 🖍️ Save this for when you’re ready to set up your gear: 🔋 Battery & Memory Card: Make sure you start with a full battery and a high-speed memory card (essential for high-res video and burst shots). ⏰ Set Your Time Zone: This keeps your file timestamps accurate. Trust me, this is a must! 🖋 File Naming Convention: Personalize the file names from the default setting (I use unique ones for each camera—this makes organizing way easier, especially when you shoot with more than one camera!). 📸 Image Quality: Go with RAW for maximum image data and editing flexibility. 🌈 Color Space: AdobeRGB offers the widest color range and depth—just make sure to also set the same color space in your editing software like Lightroom upon import. ⚙️ Picture Control: I choose ‘Neutral’ picture control for a relatively flat color reproduction, which is perfect for editing afterwards. 📉 Auto ISO Off: Turn off Auto ISO unless you’re shooting wildlife, then I also leave it ON ☺️ With these easy steps you’re all set to capture your best moments! 🌅 Don’t forget to save this post so you’re ready to dive into your camera’s potential! #CameraSetup #nikoncreator
✨ ZAMBIA EXPEDITION 2025 ✨ Have you ever drea ✨ ZAMBIA EXPEDITION 2025 ✨ Have you ever dreamt of going on safari one day? But so far you haven’t had the chance? Or you can’t wait to go back? ✨ This might be your sign to join me on a safari in some of the most magical corners of our planet. I can’t wait to introduce you to places that have touched me deeply and profoundly changed the way I think about traveling, wildlife conservation and the intricacies that connect us with nature! You might know I’m not one for making exaggerated promises, but Zambia is more than just a love affair for me. Together we will be staying in two of Zambia’s most iconic National Parks right at the start of the season, when the rains subside and the landscapes are still lush and green. 📍 Dates: May 9-19, 2025 📍 Group size: 8-10 people 📍 Locations: Kafue & Lower Zambezi National Parks ♥️ Comment with „Safari“ so I can send you more infos via DM! ♥️
When dreams come true… we hiked up to TIGER‘S When dreams come true… we hiked up to TIGER‘S NEST! (@tourismbhutan | Advertisement) 🇧🇹 We woke up pre sunrise that morning to heavy thunderstorms, not sure we would be able to make it up the mountain at all ⛈️ When we arrived at the start of the hike at 6am it was still raining heavily and we were only one of three cars—when usually it gets quite busy early on… Only 103,000 people visited Bhutan last year, but it’s quite likely most of them also came here: Taktsang monastery, also called Tiger‘s nest (because of an important Buddhist legend). The legend says Guru Rinpoche rode on the back of a tigress to get to the high altitude rocky outcrop, where he and his consort meditated in the caves—making it an incredibly sacred place since centuries. To this day Tiger‘s Nest is the most prominent holy site of Guru Padmasambhava in all of Bhutan and an absolute bucket list item. The monastery is only accessible by foot and here are some tips if you ever plan a visit: ⏰ Start Early: Begin your hike as early as possible to avoid crowds and enjoy the tranquility of the monastery. The hike takes around 2-3 hours, depending on your pace, and the cool morning air makes the ascent more comfortable. We saw many people struggling in the mid day heat, when we were already on our descent. We used umbrellas to cover from the heat of the sun when it cleared up later (Paro is on a similar latitude like the Sahara desert! ☀️). 🥾 Prepare for the Hike: The trail to Tiger’s Nest is steep and can be physically demanding. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring plenty of water. Trekking poles can be helpful for the steep paths. Be ready for the altitude, as the monastery sits at around 3,100 meters. We wouldn’t recommend to ride on the horses or mules even if that’s on offer. We just took it slow with many small breaks. 🧦 Dress Code: To enter the sacred Buddhist site modest clothing is required: Long pants and sleeves, no hats or shoes. Wear thick socks as the cave floor is cold. 📷 Photography: is strictly prohibited inside. Cameras and phones need to stay behind in lockers. But most importantly: enjoy! 🙌🏼
I hope you can still wait for me to wrap up all th I hope you can still wait for me to wrap up all the Bhutan memories and write the blog post with our route and itinerary. (@tourismbhutan | Advertisement) 🇧🇹 It’s been quite hectic since our return, so I haven’t had the chance to write everything down, but I’ll do that as soon as possible (while also wrapping up Uganda and preparing for the next trip… phew 😅). Meanwhile here are more impressions from the Gangtey Tshechu and our very rough itinerary so you can save that already: 📍2 nights in Punakha 📍2 nights in Gangtey (Phobjikha Valley) 📍2 nights in Thimphu 📍2 nights in Paro Would I do it all over like this again, yes (plus some extra days 😉). But for first time travelers this is quite a great start to discover what Bhutan is all about. Also, only 100,000 people visited Bhutan in 2023… isn’t that crazy?
Never for once I thought I’d love the color red Never for once I thought I’d love the color red so much, but Bhutan might have convinced me otherwise… ♥️ (@tourismbhutan Advertisement) 🇧🇹 These are some additional scenes from Gangtey‘s Tshechu festival, where monks and Buddhist practitioners celebrate and worship Guru Padmasambhava, Bhutan‘s most important Buddhist master. The 3 day festival included masked dances that depict the subduing of evil spirits as well as donation ceremonies. Public life stands still for those days in the region as everyone flocks to the monastery to pray and gather merits. We stayed here for two days and I was truly sad to miss the third and final day of the festival, where a large Thangka painting is unveiled for the public to be seen just for a few hours once a year. A good reason to return (plus I have some more ideas why I have to come back!) ☺️ Is Bhutan on your bucket list too? #Bhutanbelieve #Bhutan #BhutanTourism #VisitBhutan #TourismBhutan #BhutanDiaries #BhutanTravel #Believe #Bhutan50
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