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Great Rift Valley Collection (#4)

The Great Rift Valley, a breathtaking natural wonder in Africa, offers a mesmerizing blend of diverse landscapes and awe-inspiring sights

Background imageGreat Rift Valley Collection: Malachite Kingfisher (Corythornis cristatus) adult, perched on twig, Lake Nakuru N. P

Malachite Kingfisher (Corythornis cristatus) adult, perched on twig, Lake Nakuru N. P. Great Rift Valley, Kenya, August
Malachite Kingfisher (Corythornis cristatus) adult, perched on twig, Lake Nakuru N.P. Great Rift Valley, Kenya, August

Background imageGreat Rift Valley Collection: Grey Kestrel (Falco ardosiaceus) adult, with locust prey in talons on ground, Lake Nakuru N. P

Grey Kestrel (Falco ardosiaceus) adult, with locust prey in talons on ground, Lake Nakuru N. P
Grey Kestrel (Falco ardosiaceus) adult, with locust prey in talons on ground, Lake Nakuru N.P. Great Rift Valley, Kenya, September

Background imageGreat Rift Valley Collection: Cape Teal (Anas capensis) adult pair, swimming on lake, Lake Nakuru N. P

Cape Teal (Anas capensis) adult pair, swimming on lake, Lake Nakuru N. P. Great Rift Valley, Kenya, September
Cape Teal (Anas capensis) adult pair, swimming on lake, Lake Nakuru N.P. Great Rift Valley, Kenya, September

Background imageGreat Rift Valley Collection: Northern Anteater Chat (Myrmecocichla aethiops) adult, standing on ground, Lake Nakuru N. P

Northern Anteater Chat (Myrmecocichla aethiops) adult, standing on ground, Lake Nakuru N. P
Northern Anteater Chat (Myrmecocichla aethiops) adult, standing on ground, Lake Nakuru N.P. Great Rift Valley, Kenya, August

Background imageGreat Rift Valley Collection: Tanzania, Relief Map with Border and Mask

Tanzania, Relief Map with Border and Mask
Relief map of Tanzania (with border and mask). This image was compiled from data acquired by landsat 5 & 7 satellites combined with elevation data

Background imageGreat Rift Valley Collection: Kenya, Relief Map With Border and Mask

Kenya, Relief Map With Border and Mask
Relief map of Kenya (with border and mask). This image was compiled from data acquired by landsat 5 & 7 satellites combined with elevation data

Background imageGreat Rift Valley Collection: Burundi, Relief Map With Border and Mask

Burundi, Relief Map With Border and Mask
Relief map of Burundi (with border and mask). This image was compiled from data acquired by landsat 5 & 7 satellites combined with elevation data

Background imageGreat Rift Valley Collection: Eritrea, Relief Map With Border and Mask

Eritrea, Relief Map With Border and Mask
Relief map of Eritrea (with border and mask). This image was compiled from data acquired by landsat 5 & 7 satellites combined with elevation data

Background imageGreat Rift Valley Collection: Malawi, Relief Map With Border and Mask

Malawi, Relief Map With Border and Mask
Relief map of Malawi (with border and mask). This image was compiled from data acquired by landsat 5 & 7 satellites combined with elevation data

Background imageGreat Rift Valley Collection: Ethiopia, Relief Map With Border and Mask

Ethiopia, Relief Map With Border and Mask
Relief map of Ethiopia (with border and mask). This image was compiled from data acquired by landsat 5 & 7 satellites combined with elevation data

Background imageGreat Rift Valley Collection: East African Rift tectonics, artwork

East African Rift tectonics, artwork
East African Rift tectonics. Block artwork of the Earths crust being pulled apart by plate tectonics in the Horn of Africa region of the East African Rift (Great Rift Valley)

Background imageGreat Rift Valley Collection: Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania, 3D artwork C015 / 6565

Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania, 3D artwork C015 / 6565
Mount Kilimanjaro. Simulated 3D high-altitude panoramic view of Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzanian, viewed from the southeast. Image based on Landsat satellite images and detailed digital terrain data

Background imageGreat Rift Valley Collection: Great Rift Valley, Kenya

Great Rift Valley, Kenya. The Great Rift Valley extends for thousands of kilometres north to south through eastern Africa, from Ethiopia to Mozambique

Background imageGreat Rift Valley Collection: Common Zebra (Equus quagga) newborn foal, following mother in wetland, Lake Nakuru N. P

Common Zebra (Equus quagga) newborn foal, following mother in wetland, Lake Nakuru N. P
Common Zebra (Equus quagga) newborn foal, following mother in wetland, Lake Nakuru N.P. Great Rift Valley, Kenya, August

Background imageGreat Rift Valley Collection: Common Zebra (Equus quagga) adult female with newborn foal, suckling in wetland, Lake Nakuru N. P

Common Zebra (Equus quagga) adult female with newborn foal, suckling in wetland, Lake Nakuru N. P
Common Zebra (Equus quagga) adult female with newborn foal, suckling in wetland, Lake Nakuru N.P. Great Rift Valley, Kenya, August

Background imageGreat Rift Valley Collection: Defassa Waterbuck (Kobus ellipsiprymnus defassa) immature male, close-up of head, Lake Nakuru N. P

Defassa Waterbuck (Kobus ellipsiprymnus defassa) immature male, close-up of head, Lake Nakuru N. P
Defassa Waterbuck (Kobus ellipsiprymnus defassa) immature male, close-up of head, Lake Nakuru N.P. Great Rift Valley, Kenya, August

Background imageGreat Rift Valley Collection: Waterfall flowing into lake, Makalia Falls, Makalia River, Lake Nakuru N. P

Waterfall flowing into lake, Makalia Falls, Makalia River, Lake Nakuru N. P. Great Rift Valley, Kenya, August
Waterfall flowing into lake, Makalia Falls, Makalia River, Lake Nakuru N.P. Great Rift Valley, Kenya, August

Background imageGreat Rift Valley Collection: White Rhinoceros (Ceratotherium simum) calf, grazing in savannah, Lake Nakuru N. P

White Rhinoceros (Ceratotherium simum) calf, grazing in savannah, Lake Nakuru N. P. Great Rift Valley, Kenya, August
White Rhinoceros (Ceratotherium simum) calf, grazing in savannah, Lake Nakuru N.P. Great Rift Valley, Kenya, August

Background imageGreat Rift Valley Collection: White Rhinoceros (Ceratotherium simum) group, standing in savannah habitat, Lake Nakuru N. P

White Rhinoceros (Ceratotherium simum) group, standing in savannah habitat, Lake Nakuru N. P
White Rhinoceros (Ceratotherium simum) group, standing in savannah habitat, Lake Nakuru N.P. Great Rift Valley, Kenya, August

Background imageGreat Rift Valley Collection: Striped Hyena (Hyaena hyaena) adult, walking on road, Lake Nakuru N. P

Striped Hyena (Hyaena hyaena) adult, walking on road, Lake Nakuru N. P. Great Rift Valley, Kenya, August
Striped Hyena (Hyaena hyaena) adult, walking on road, Lake Nakuru N.P. Great Rift Valley, Kenya, August

Background imageGreat Rift Valley Collection: African Buffalo (Syncerus caffer) two adult females, standing in savannah, Lake Nakuru N. P

African Buffalo (Syncerus caffer) two adult females, standing in savannah, Lake Nakuru N. P
African Buffalo (Syncerus caffer) two adult females, standing in savannah, Lake Nakuru N.P. Great Rift Valley, Kenya, August

Background imageGreat Rift Valley Collection: African Buffalo (Syncerus caffer) adult female with calf, with Red-billed Oxpecker

African Buffalo (Syncerus caffer) adult female with calf, with Red-billed Oxpecker (Buphagus erythrorhynchus) perched on back, standing in savannah, Lake Nakuru N.P. Great Rift Valley, Kenya, August

Background imageGreat Rift Valley Collection: Cape Teal (Anas capensis) adult, standing in water with reflection at lake shore, Lake Nakuru N. P

Cape Teal (Anas capensis) adult, standing in water with reflection at lake shore, Lake Nakuru N. P
Cape Teal (Anas capensis) adult, standing in water with reflection at lake shore, Lake Nakuru N.P. Great Rift Valley, Kenya, August

Background imageGreat Rift Valley Collection: Pink-backed Pelican (Pelecanus rufescens) adult, breeding plumage, standing on aquatic vegetation

Pink-backed Pelican (Pelecanus rufescens) adult, breeding plumage, standing on aquatic vegetation, Lake Naivasha, Great Rift Valley, Kenya, October

Background imageGreat Rift Valley Collection: Greater Flamingoes CRH 936 Feeding from the steamy hot spring waters of a rift valley soda lake

Greater Flamingoes CRH 936 Feeding from the steamy hot spring waters of a rift valley soda lake Lake Bogoria
CRH-936 Greater Flamingos - feeding at the steamy hot spring waters of a rift valley soda lake. Lake Bogoria, Kenya Phoenicopterus ruber Chris Harvey Please note that prints are for personal display

Background imageGreat Rift Valley Collection: Lesser Flamingo - flock - Lake Bogoria, Rift Valley, Kenya, Africa

Lesser Flamingo - flock - Lake Bogoria, Rift Valley, Kenya, Africa
FL-926 Lesser FLAMINGO - aerial of Lake Bogoria, Rift Valley, Kenya, Africa. Phoenicopterus minor Ferrero Labat contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Background imageGreat Rift Valley Collection: Aerial - Rwanda - Africa - Virunga foothills

Aerial - Rwanda - Africa - Virunga foothills
AW-6827 Aerial - Rwanda - Africa - Virunga foothills Congolese Virunga National Park Adrian Warren contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Background imageGreat Rift Valley Collection: Aerial - Rwanda - Africa - Intensive agriculture on Virunga foothills

Aerial - Rwanda - Africa - Intensive agriculture on Virunga foothills
AW-6825 Aerial - Rwanda - Africa - Intensive agriculture on Virunga foothills Congolese Virunga National Park Adrian Warren contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Background imageGreat Rift Valley Collection: Aerial view of East Africa: Intensive agriculture in Rwanda

Aerial view of East Africa: Intensive agriculture in Rwanda
AW-6824 Aerial view of East Africa: Intensive agriculture in Rwanda Congolese Virunga National Park Adrian Warren contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Background imageGreat Rift Valley Collection: Nubian Woodpecker (Campethera nubica) adult pair, perched on branch, near Awassa

Nubian Woodpecker (Campethera nubica) adult pair, perched on branch, near Awassa, Great Rift Valley, Ethiopia

Background imageGreat Rift Valley Collection: Malachite Kingfisher (Alcedo cristata) adult, perched on stem, Lake Awassa, Great Rift Valley

Malachite Kingfisher (Alcedo cristata) adult, perched on stem, Lake Awassa, Great Rift Valley, Ethiopia

Background imageGreat Rift Valley Collection: Yellow-winged Bat (Lavia frons) adult, roosting during daytime, Baringo, Great Rift Valley, Kenya

Yellow-winged Bat (Lavia frons) adult, roosting during daytime, Baringo, Great Rift Valley, Kenya

Background imageGreat Rift Valley Collection: African Pygmy Goose (Nettapus auritus) adult, swimming on lake, Lake Awassa, Great Rift Valley

African Pygmy Goose (Nettapus auritus) adult, swimming on lake, Lake Awassa, Great Rift Valley, Ethiopia

Background imageGreat Rift Valley Collection: Black Heron (Egretta ardesiaca) adult, fishing, using wings umbrella to shade water, Lake Zeway

Black Heron (Egretta ardesiaca) adult, fishing, using wings umbrella to shade water, Lake Zeway, Great Rift Valley, Ethiopia

Background imageGreat Rift Valley Collection: Rufous-necked Wryneck (Jynx ruficollis) adult, perched on branch, Awassa, Great Rift Valley

Rufous-necked Wryneck (Jynx ruficollis) adult, perched on branch, Awassa, Great Rift Valley, Ethiopia




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The Great Rift Valley, a breathtaking natural wonder in Africa, offers a mesmerizing blend of diverse landscapes and awe-inspiring sights. As the sun rises over Amboseli National Park in Kenya, African Elephants gracefully roam the vast plains with the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro standing tall in the background. These gentle giants create an enchanting scene that captures the essence of wildlife coexisting harmoniously with nature's grandeur. In another corner of this magnificent valley lies Mount Longonot, its rugged volcanic slopes beckoning adventure seekers to conquer its challenging trails. From its summit, one can witness panoramic views that stretch as far as the eye can see, revealing endless beauty carved by Mother Earth herself. As we journey further into this geological marvel, a Samburu warrior stands atop the eastern scarp and gazes out onto a landscape that tells tales of ancient civilizations and rich cultural heritage. The Great Rift Valley has been home to countless tribes for centuries, each leaving their mark on this land steeped in history. Lake Natron awaits us next; its shimmering waters reflecting vibrant hues against an arid backdrop. This alkaline lake presents an otherworldly sight with crystallized salt patterns forming intricate mosaics on its surface—a true testament to nature's artistry. Venturing deeper into this captivating region brings us face-to-face with Nyiragongo's fiery spectacle—an active volcano located in Congo's Democratic Republic. Its lava lake glows ominously as molten rock cascades down its slopes, creating a mesmerizing display of raw power and untamed beauty. The Great Rift Valley is not merely a physical entity but also holds immense spiritual significance for those who call it home, and is where humans connect deeply with nature and find solace amidst its wonders—a place where time seems to stand still while simultaneously propelling us forward into realms unknown.