Step into Africa SafariPhotography Tour
Africa Safaris
& PRW-7000FC-1B
In the minds of many Chinese, the African continent is filled with deserts, jungles, plateaus, and savannas. It’s hot, dusty, covered in rolling grasslands and herds of animals—it’s the last intact piece of the planet that remains true to its primal form. Two years ago, I finally set foot on the African continent and began to discover its mysterious landscapes and the free-spirited creatures that call it home. They say“Once you go to Africa, it stays with you for life”. Ever since then, I’ve found myself returning to Africa again and again, as if the land has some kind of mystical pull over me.19Earlier this year, I flew to Kenya once more to continue my African journey.
Essentials to Bring on Your Own
Essential items to bring for a trip to Kenya, Africa:
1. Yellow Book (International Certificate of Vaccination) — Before going to Africa, you need to get a15day(s) in advance10Yellow fever vaccination at an international health center in any major city in China. The vaccine is free and valid for
2. Year(s). — A good amount of US dollars in cash50Kenya allows visa-on-arrival
3. US dollars, and only cash is accepted./Camera — safariBinoculars
4. When viewing wildlife, you will definitely need equipment such as binoculars and telephoto lens cameras — Headscarf
5. The grasslands are windy and dusty—a magic scarf can serve as a hat or mask and is extremely practical — Anti-mosquito cream and sunscreen
6. Africa is dry, has strong UV rays, and lots of insects. — Adapter plug
7. UK-style plug — Power strip
8. Safari lodges often have limited electricity, so charging time is restricted — Essential for going out at night, for safety's sake
Before this trip, I also preparedCASIO PRO TREKa series ofPRW - 7000FC-1Boutdoor watches,CASIO PRO TREKThe [series] watches are undoubtedly professional in the outdoor field. ThisPRW-7000FC-1Bmodel really appeals to me not just becauseit features a third-generation triple sensor, six-band radio wave reception, a solar-powered system, a compass function, altitude measurement,,barometricpressuremeasurement, temperature measurement functions, and sunrise and sunset time displays—all very practical for my frequent outdoor work on the African savanna. Additionally, this watchhas an overall mattecool black finish,along witharust-resistant and comfortable-to-wearcomposite strap,andPRW - 7000FC-1Bthe addition of luminous detailsmakes it a greatblessingfor those who often work outdoors at night.As a professionaloutdoorwatch,it also hasa highly stylish appearance. The combination of looks and professional functionality is simply irresistible.The first time I sawPRW-7000FC-1Bit, I was completely captivated,ItIts quality and sincerity are clearly visible to the naked eye.
PART 1 Landing in Grassland Bureau"Airport"
After landing in Kenya, you first enterMaasai Mara National Reserve, a paradise for wildlife and one of the top destinations in Africa for animal viewing. The most convenient and comfortable way to enter and exit the reserve is by taking a domestic short-haul flight. Once you arrive at the Maasai Mara grasslands, the vast and untamed African scenery is breathtaking and unforgettable. The beautiful sight of wild animals is the most dynamic scene on this continent.safariThe prime spot to observe wildlife, and the quickest and most comfortable way to enter and exit the conservation area, is by taking a short domestic flight. Once you arrive at the Maasai Mara plains, the boundless African wilderness spreads out before your eyes—an unforgettable sight. The graceful figures of wild animals are the most vibrant scenes on this continent.
A herd of elephants crossing the grassland
Animal bones are a common sight on the grasslands
Ernest Hemingway described countless hunting scenes in his book *Green Hills of Africa*. In his writing, hyenas gnawed at their own intestines after being shot, and the blood gushing from a sliced-open antelope’s artery was scalding hot.
Nowadays, no one needs to prove bravery and toughness through killing. VisitingAfricasafaritoday is more about us, as humans, playing the role of guests and observers—witnessing the law of the jungle, contemplating nature’s rules, and appreciating its gifts.
Tourists closely tracking a cheetah & Capturing a hunt on camera
In Africa’s wildlife reserves,safaritracking wild animalsis quite different from visiting domestic zoos. Here, visitors can sit in open 4x4 vehicles to observe various animals up close. These vehicles typically have no windows and removable or open tops, allowing for easy sightseeing and photography. However, visitors are strictly prohibited from reaching outside the vehicle, making loud noises, disturbing the animals, or interfering with hunts. The photo below shows a hunting scene we captured up close with our mobile phones shortly after a cheetah made a kill.
A cheetah hunting an antelope & The Five Cheetah Brothers
The most famous animal stars in Maasai Mara are undoubtedlythe Five Cheetah Brothers. They come from three different families and have formed a hardcore alliance on the plains. When visiting Africa,Safariapart from seeing the Big Five—lions, elephants, rhinos, leopards, and Cape buffaloes—if you’re lucky enough to witness the Five Cheetah Brothers hunting impalas or wildebeests, then such aSafarisafari experience can be considered nothing short of a visual feast.
Across the vast and mysterious African savannah lie some of the most ruggedly beautiful and awe-inspiring sights. Nothing is more magnificent than thetwogoldenperiods
of sunrise and sunset., this is alsoSafarithe shooting materialfor the two most important time periods. By usingPRW-7000FC-1Bthe sunrise and sunset time display function, the specific operationsteps areto adjust to the correspondingtime zone, in the chronograph modepress the left bottomMODEbutton six times to enter SUN the mode,and then you can display the exact local sunrise and sunset times.
With the design of this detailed feature, you canaccurately grasp the timing, arrive early at locations with big game and beautiful horizons, and be ready to shoot without missing a single second.
And during the time after sunset,Africa at night is an entirely different world, offering another kind ofbeautiful scenery.
The African continent at night
— it’s important to know that among the most crucial elements of photography is timing, as time shapes all the conditions of the surrounding environment.PRW-7000FC-1BAnother reason I’m particularly fond of it is the dial’sluminous markers, which also allow me to tell the time most accurately in the dark,PRW-7000FC1BofThe dial featuresa high-contrast design andis paired withIt's done.newly designed luminous hour markers, neon backlighting, and fullautomaticLEDlighting.Together, these details enable me tonavigatethe African continentatany time and any placewithease.with ease.
PRW-7000FC-1B The sunset time display and premium watch strap & African sunsets and giraffes
Savannah and sunset
Savannah dinnersundowner
Find an open, beautiful patch of grassland under the setting sun, or under a tree where lions or leopardshave stayed, take out foldable chairs from the vehicle, spread out a bright tablecloth, arrange cakes, bread, eggs, fruit, pour coffee and tea, and lay out a golden savannah dinner under the sunlight.Under the trees we had passed, we took out foldable chairs from the car, spread out bright tablecloths, set out cakes, bread, eggs, fruit, poured coffee and black tea, and laid out a grassland dinner under the golden sunlight.sundowner.
Among my many outdoor shoots,,what worries me the most isgetting lostin the vast grasslandsorTaking a wrong turn not only wastes time but can also easily put you in unknown danger. Fortunately, I was wearingPRW-7000FC-1Bwhich has thoughtfully catered to us outdoor professionals,aside fromPRW-7000FC-1Bbeing able to receive signals from six global radio wave transmittersto avoid time errors and other issues,Ialsocanuse the third-generation triple sensor in the watch toat any timecheckthe compass direction,elevation,and more, all with high accuracy. Having such a professionally equipped outdoor watch in harsh environmentsalways helps meachieve more with less effort.
Compass positioning
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