KENYA

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    Entering the Rift Valley on the road from Nairobi to Kenya. Always worth a stop.
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    Looking down into the valley below. Possibly were the human species first appeared.
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    You'll see plenty of wildlife along the highway. Baboons and zebras are everywhere.
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    We're looking at each other. He's probably hoping for a handout.
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    Training session for people from the slums of Nakuru. They're learning to use sewing machines. The machines are covered - it's exam time.
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    Their kids are watched over while they are in class.
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    A must! Setting off on an half-day safari of Lake Nakuru National Park.
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    Early morning - tough on the humans, but the wildlife is out in force.
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    These guys might not look dangerous, but they are very unpredictable and quick to charge. I know a woman whose husband was killed by one.
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    Little ones don't stray far from their parents. Careful!
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    As you can see!
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    You can only exit the vans at the lakeside and at a lookout point. This is, after all, a wild animal park!
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    Morning calm on the lake.
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    Lake Nakuru is famous for its flamingos. They had migrated somewhere else on this visit, but there were thousands of pelicans and other birds.
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    Zoomed in.
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    A face off.
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    One very good reason not to leave your van. It is common for them to chase after vans. If they chase yours, you might feel a little uneasy, but you're safe.
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    It must take a lot of grass to feed these guys.
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    Zebras are everywhere, not just in the parks.
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    The setting of the park conjures up all those images of Kenya that seemed so exotic and unreal before your visit.
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    The park overlook has great views, and it's nice to get out of the van and breathe the fresh air, and soak in the solitude.
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    You'll catch glimpses of wildlife everywhere.
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    Big Bird is alive and well.
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    ELI volunteers with our coordinator Rosemary. Don't worry guys, there are plenty of male participants too!
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    Taidy's Bar and Restaurant is one of the popular hangouts of volunteers. Hop on the back of a motorbike and head on over.
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    ELI Coordinator - Rosemary with a volunteer.

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