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Close up of a giant tortoise with the words Galapagos and Ecuador superimposed on top. A guide to solo backpacking in the Galapagos
Ecuador South America Wildlife

Your Guide to Solo Backpacking in the Galápagos

updated on 31st January 202611th November 20213 Comments on Your Guide to Solo Backpacking in the Galápagos

Ah, the Galápagos. A far-off island archipelago full of mysterious creatures and otherworldly scenery, the distant dream of many an …

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Fall in love with Plovdiv, the Cultural Capital of Bulgaria
Bulgaria Europe

Plovdiv – Falling in Love with Bulgaria’s Cultural Capital

updated on 9th March 202614th June 20212 Comments on Plovdiv – Falling in Love with Bulgaria’s Cultural Capital

I was so surprised by Plovdiv. The second largest city in the country, it’s the cultural capital of Bulgaria, and …

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How to visit Chichen Itza, ancient Mayan ruins in Mexico, without taking a tour
Mexico North America

How to Visit Chichen Itza Without a Tour

updated on 31st January 20264th May 20212 Comments on How to Visit Chichen Itza Without a Tour

Chichen Itza isn’t just a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it’s also one of the New7 Wonders of the World. So …

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Three weeks in the Philippines: an itinerary for first-time visitors
Asia Philippines

Three Weeks In The Philippines – A First-Timer’s Itinerary

updated on 2nd February 202615th April 20211 Comment on Three Weeks In The Philippines – A First-Timer’s Itinerary

With over seven and a half thousand islands, it can be overwhelming trying to figure out how to make the …

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Your Banff Bucket List - 20 Unmissable Places
Canada North America

Your Banff Bucket List – 20 Unmissable Places

updated on 5th April 202621st January 20217 Comments on Your Banff Bucket List – 20 Unmissable Places

Oh, Banff. How I’ve missed you. The six months I spent living in Banff, the most popular destination in the …

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Is Guanajuato the prettiest city in Mexico? Read on to find out!
Mexico North America

Guanajuato – what to see in the prettiest city in Mexico

updated on 5th February 202612th December 20203 Comments on Guanajuato – what to see in the prettiest city in Mexico

The first thing I noticed when I arrived on a cramped public bus into the centre of Guanajuato was how …

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When a love of travel meets a passion for wildlife…

I’m an autistic zoologist who explores the world solo while working for conservation organisations. I write about my experiences in the hope of inspiring others to follow their dreams and see the beauty of this earth – in a responsible and ethical way.

Been to: 58 countries & 7 continents

Lived & worked in: 10 countries

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One of my favourite birds, I always love seeing th One of my favourite birds, I always love seeing the colourful flash of the lilac-breasted roller in the African bush. I wanted to get a proper photo of one against the bright sky for so long, and finally this one was sitting in just the right spot. Sometimes wildlife do actually cooperate! 

T-minus two weeks to my next adventure, feels like I haven’t picked up my camera in ages!
It’s World Photography Day and sometimes I still h It’s World Photography Day and sometimes I still have to pinch myself that some of my work involves pointing a camera at my favourite animals, in one of my favourite places. 

But it’s not just the “picture-perfect” moments I love capturing, but the times when personalities, quirks, humour and a bit of realism can be found as well. So in honour of this day, I give you the “bleps” that make me smile every time 👅

Which one is your favourite?

#cheetahconservationfund #cheetahphotography #africanwildlifephotography #bigcatconservation #worldphotographyday
One of my favourite things about photographing ani One of my favourite things about photographing animals is the challenge of not being able to pose them. Yes, it can be frustrating, and I don’t have the patience to wait a long time for the perfect shot, but that actually pushes me to work quickly, try different angles, pay attention to behaviour and learn to be happy with what I can get instead of being annoyed at what I couldn’t. 

Livestock Guardian Dogs play a vital role in mitigating human-wildlife conflict around the world. These gorgeous Anatolian Shepherds have been protecting livestock for centuries, and by reducing predation they prevent farmers retaliating against (often innocent) predators that may be endangered. 

#wildlifeconservation #anatolianshepherd #thisisafrica #dogphotoshoot #namibiatravel
How I’m feeling when I decide to work all weekend How I’m feeling when I decide to work all weekend instead of taking the day off. 

Missing the Namibian winter while melting in 35 degree heat (yet somehow there was just a hailstorm outside?!?). 

#namibia #namibiatravel #africanwildlife #africanwildlifephotography #cheetahs
Giraffes are one of those animals I could never ti Giraffes are one of those animals I could never tire of seeing. 

While on a sundowner drive the other day, we came across this trio quietly browsing in the trees next to the road. Curious and calm, they let us share the evening sun with them for a while. During this time, a few more appeared along the road. 

To me, giraffes embody the peace I feel in the African bush 🦒

#africanwildlifephotography #namibiawildlife #namibiatravel #safariexperience
Shadows and light 💛🖤 This young cheetah has start Shadows and light 💛🖤

This young cheetah has started his rehabilitation journey. Though still too young to be released back into the wild, he spends his days in a large, natural enclosure with his siblings, with as little human interaction as possible so he retains his wild nature. Seeing the wariness in his eyes is a satisfying feeling, knowing that one day hopefully he will be back where he belongs. 

#namibiaphotography #africanwildlifephotography #cheetahphotography #wildlifephotographer
Driving through the reserve and suddenly I see a t Driving through the reserve and suddenly I see a tiny flash of black against a termite mound. A mongoose, feasting on its contents, ducking its head in and out of the hole in the side, occasionally glancing our way, but generally uncaring of our presence. 

The only time a mongoose hasn’t bolted, and it posed perfectly!

#namibia #africanwildlifephotography #mongoose #lovewildlife #wildlifepictures
I always wish these cheetahs were out living in th I always wish these cheetahs were out living in the wild, where they belong, but selfishly I also love the chance to see them close up. I am lucky to have so many opportunities to photograph them while they act as important ambassadors for their species, which desperately needs protection. 

At least I can tell by the loud purrs that they’re generally content 😌 

#cheetahphotography #africanwildlifephotography #bigcatsofinstagram #namibiatravel #namibiawildlife
Golden evening light and long shadows making this Golden evening light and long shadows making this steenbok stand out. 

Can’t believe I only have a few weeks left in Namibia this year and I’ve barely shared a thing!

#namibia #africanwildlifephotography #namibiawildlife #lovewildlife
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