Kenya Collection (#93)

Two Msai giraffes shade themselves beneath a Balanites tree on the plains of the Masai Mara National Reserve

A white rhino with a very long horn. Mweiga, Solio, Kenya

Two Samburu warrior of Northern Kenya in all their finery. The ostrich pompom on the spear was formerly a sign of peace

A herd of Reticulated giraffes with common zebra in the background

Mohamed Thuruani, a skilled craftsman of 17 years standing in Lamu, sits outside his home while putting the finishing touches to a model dhow

An old Turkana woman wearing all the finery of her tribe. In a hole pierced below her lower lip, she wears an ornament beautifully made from twisted strands of copper wire

A fine example of the interior of a traditional Swahili house in Lamu Town. The extraordinary skill of the local craftsmen is an important legacy of Afro-Arab architecture in the Swahili style

A fine example of decorative Lamu plasterwork gracing the interior wall of an old stone house. The extraordinary skill of these craftsmen is an important legacy of Afro-Arab architecture in

Kenya, South Horr, Kurungu. A Samburu youth after his circumcision. The day after he has been circumcised, the initiate must hang in his pierced earlobes copper ear ornaments that are normally worn

Dressed in his black goatskin cloak, a Samburu boy puts his bundle of sticks, staves and gum on the roof of his mothers house

In the weeks leading up to their circumcision, Samburu boys gather frequently to sing the lebarta, a circumcision song with a slow, haunting melody whose words are ad-libbed to suit the occasion

A fine maned lion. Adult male lions weigh up to 500lb. They begin to grow manes at the age of eighteen months, which will not fully develop until the age of five or six

Laikipiak Msai

A wooden sailing boat off Lamu Island. The islands inhabitants are fine sailors

A leopard rests on the branch of a dead tree at sunset

Traditional Marakwet houses built on the rocky eastern slopes of the Cherangani Hills have a fine view across the Kerio Valley

Detail of a Msai warriors ear ornaments and other beaded or metal adornments. The Msai practice of piercing ears in adolescence and gradually elongating the lobes is gradually dying out

During an eunoto ceremony when Msai warriors become junior elders, their heads are shaved and they daub themselves with white clay

A young Turkana man with a braided hairstyle

Blue Wildebeest (Connochaetes taurinus) herd crossing river, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Rift Valley Province, Kenya

White-backed Vulture (Gyps africanus) feeding on Common Zebra (Equus quagga) carcass, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Rift Valley Province, Kenya

Lion (Panthera leo) shaking off flies, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Rift Valley Province, Kenya

Lion (Panthera leo) walking through high grass, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Rift Valley Province, Kenya

Lioness (Panthera leo) standing on termite mound, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Rift Valley Province, Kenya

Lioness (Panthera leo) carrying cub, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Rift Valley Province, Kenya

Leopard (Panthera pardus) cub portrait in close up, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Rift Valley Province, Kenya

Leopard (Panthera pardus) adult and cub in tree with kill, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Rift Valley Province, Kenya

Cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) mother with two cubs on top of a termite mound overlooking the savanna, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Rift Valley Province, Kenya

Cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) mum keeping an eye on her cubs while lying on a termite mound, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Rift Valley Province, Kenya

Black Rhinoceros (Diceros bicornis) running for cover, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Rift Valley Province, Kenya

African Elephant (Loxodonta africana) adult with calf crossing savannah with a second adult in the foreground feeding, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Rift Valley Province, Kenya

Newton Ongalo Kenya Rugby Union Usa Sevens Home Depot Centre, Carson, Los Angeles, Usa 14 February 2004 Date: 14 February 2004

Four Army men belonging to the Kenya Reserves in a command post up country. The room is in a school mission house at Kijabe - " The Valley of Wing." At night they go on patrol looking for

Men of the Lancashire Fusiliers set up home in a hanger in Nairobi in Kenya during the Mau-Mau crisis 1952

Men from the Lancashire Fusiliers, based up country at Fort Hall in the Kikuyu reserve on their first anti Mau-Mau patrol in a forest that the Kikuya believe to be sacred 1952 The Kikuya tribe live

The new Governor of Kenya, Sir Evelyn Baring, in the full regalia of a Colonial Governor, arrives for the opening ceremony of the new session of the Kenya Legislative Council 1952. Politics

Men of the Lancashire Fusiliers camped in a hanger in Nairobi clean their weapons (9mm Sten Submachine Gun and SMLE.303 Lee Enfield Mk.4 rifle) in Kenya during the Mau-Mau crisis 1952 October 1952

The new Governor of Kenya, Sir Evelyn Baring, in the full regalia of a Colonial Governor, inspects the Guard of Honour of the Lancashire Fusiliers before the opening ceremony of the New Session of

Men of the Lancashire Fusiliers camped in a hanger in Nairobi clean their weapons (9mm Sten Submachine Gun and SMLE.303 Lee Enfield Mk.4 rifle) in Kenya during the Mau-Mau crisis 1952 October 1952

Men of the Lancashire Fusiliers set up home in a hanger in Nairobi in Kenya during the Mau-Mau crisis 1952 October 1952. British troops were sent to Kenya on the 19th of October 1952 to help deal

Men from the Lancashire Fusiliers based at Fort Hall 1952 October 1952. British troops were sent to Kenya on the 19th of October 1952 to help deal with the growing Mau Mau uprising

Black rhino (Diceros bicornis) and White rhino (Ceratotherium simum), being harrassed by playfighting White rhino bull, Solio Game Reserve, Laikipia, Kenya. September

Three White rhinoceroses (Ceratotherium simum), Solio Game Reserve, Laikipia, Kenya. September

Dr N P Jewell at Bura Camp, Kenya, East Africa, WW1
Dr N P Jewell at Bura Camp, Kenya, East Africa, during WW1. Date: circa 1916

Leopard (Panthera pardus) on termite hill, Kenya, Tsavo West National Park

A leopard snarls while on a kill with its cubs, ( Panthera pardus ), Masai Mara, Kenya, Africa, Kenya, Masai Mara

African Leopard (Panthera pardus) lying down in forest and yawning, Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya

Cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) portrait, Kenya, Masai Mara National Reserve

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Discover the captivating beauty of Kenya, a land of diverse landscapes and rich wildlife. From the political map of Africa, it is evident that Kenya holds a significant place in this vibrant continent. Picture yourself standing amidst the awe-inspiring African Elephants, with the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro serving as an enchanting backdrop at Amboseli National Park. Witness the heartwarming sight of a playful Baby Elephant in Kenya, reminding us of nature's precious wonders. As you gaze upon Mount Kilimanjaro from Amboseli National Park during sunset or sunrise, be prepared to be mesmerized by its breathtaking allure. Explore Kenya's fascinating history through hominid crania, connecting us to our ancient roots. Embark on an exhilarating Land Rover safari adventure in Masai Mara National Reserve and spot magnificent creatures like the graceful Cheetah roaming freely across vast plains. Marvel at nature's resilience as you witness a determined Dung Beetle pushing its prized ball of dung. Intriguingly juxtaposed against Mt. Kilimanjaro stands an old bull African Elephant, symbolizing both strength and tranquility. Reflect on Kenya's complex past as you encounter an Anti-Mau Mau poster depicting a caricatured rebel from 1952. Lastly, experience pure joy at the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust elephant orphanage where adorable baby elephants find solace and care after being rescued. Kenya beckons adventurers with its unrivaled natural wonders and cultural heritage - come immerse yourself in this extraordinary tapestry.