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Hombori Tondo, a 1155m-high sandstone mesa near Hombori town.
Drying fish in huge open air shelters by the jetty at Loyangalani
The reed grass settlement of the El-Molo tribe on the shores of Lake Turkana ( the Jade Sea ) near the town of Loyangalani
Falaise de Tambaoura south of Sadiola.
Western Beach of Lake McKenzie.
Rocky slopes near Miller's Flat, Larapinta Trail.
Above Stanley Chasm.
Red quarterized rock at Ormiston Creek.
Drying fish in huge open air shelters by the jetty at Loyangalani
Town centre on market day.
Moroccan-style, mud-built house, in the town centre.
Masai moran guides on the edge of the Masai Mara National Park, although walking into the park is prohibited, there is no shortage of guides willing to take travellers through, either from around the Sekenani or Telek Gates
Lizard on Mt Ohlssen Bagge.
Mud-built house in Djenne's backstreets.
Two inquisitive Reticulated Giraffe ( Giraffa camelopardalis reiiculata ) in Meru National Park, three species of giraffe exist in Kenya, the Maasai, Reticulated and Rothchild's
A shop owner on a bicycle in front of his shop.
Waymarks inside Wilpena Pound.
Detail of the mosque in the centre of Djenne.
Bundles of millet stored on the roof of a Dogon house in Bongo.
Bridge and dam across the Niger River near Markala, at the edge of the Office du Niger irrigation scheme.
Place and Chapel of Sao Paulo on the sea front of the island and world heritage site.
The summit of Pla de la Casa (1379m) at the western end of the range easily reached from Quatretondeta.
View from the Serra de Serrella across to Serra de Beomia and the Mediterranean.
Second Falls.
Mountain from summit of Mt Ohlessen Bagge.
Authentic granary door in Dogon Country.
Eroded limestone on west coast.
Broken-down Peugeot on the road between Koro and Bandiagara.
Saddle and gateway to Ormiston Pound.
A Catholic influence above the El-Molo village near Loyangalani
Rock paintings on cliffs above Songo, produced by Dogon boys during their circumcision rituals.
Few species of vegetation exist in this harsh, hot region, the mineral rich water pumped up from the hot springs underground evaporates rapidly in the 38 degree heat, this forms a layer of mineral salts and local factories extract this, the small town of Magadi nearby is an ICI creation
Men looking under the bonnet of a broken-down Peugeot on the road between Koro and Bandiagara.
Pirogue ferry on the Niger River at Kangaba.
The edge of " World's View " an escarpment near the town of Poror, numerous trekking routes head either into the Suguta Valley or across to Maralal, Wilfred Thesiger enjoyed the view too
Looking out above the forest canopy from the Met Station Hut in the Mt Kenya National Park, it's also the seat of Ngai, the Kikuyu god, the views from the top of the peaks is spectacular, do it safely however as Ngai may not bother to help out stupid trekkers
Grotte de Fanfaba cave in escarpment above Sibi.
Clouds over mountains at Banksia Bay.
Children playing in the centre of the dilapidated stone town.
Flora of the upper highlands of Aberdare National Park, the park is great for trekking, with prior permission, peaks of Ol Doinyo La Satima ( 4001 metres ), Table Mountain ( 3791 metres ) and Nyandarua ( 3906 metres ) offer views of the differing landscapes
Kissim Tondo looming over the village of Kissim.
The community dates back to 715 and the Moorish town offers sites such as the hilltop Castillo de San Jose and a museum that displays a flea playing a violin - Guadelest, Valencia
Pirogue ferrying people across the Niger River.
The planting of pines in the early 50's changed the micro-climate of the area - Sierra de Gredos, Castilla Y'Leon
The 200m-wide, 10m-high Chutes de Gouina, 24km upstream from Diamou.
Sunset over beach.
Climbing down a traditional Dogon ladder bridging a difficult descent.
Sand dunes in the Sahara Desert north of Timbuktu.
Ruins of mud-built school buildings in the small desert town of Djebok.
Old Dogon village at Youga-na.
Rugged coastline.
Ruins of a mud school building in the desert town of Djebok.
One of the 'digits' of le Main de Fatima ('Hand of Fatima').
Donkeys, the ever reliable beast of burden, are used my many tribes to walk down to the Suguta Valley below as huge amounts of water are needed for the hot descent
The landscape beyond the Barranco de la Canal which splits the eastern ridge of the Sierra de Serrella, Valencia
Sweetwater Pool on Jatbula Trail.
Young child in locust swarm, locusts being delicacy.
Man brewing tea on a sand dune in the Sahara Desert, north of Timbuktu.
People unloading pirogues on the Bani River at Djenne's main northern entrance on Monday market day.
People unloading pirogues on the Bani River on Monday market day.
View from la Main de Fatima across to Haise Cassi, near Hombori.
The Outspan Hotel in Nyeri, once a Colonial watering-hole that houses a museum to Lord Baden Powell, founder of the boy scouts and author of the rather unfortunately titled book, Scouting for Boys
The ruins of Refugio de los Pelaos (2259m) northeast of La Mira (2343m), a well-watered area popular with native ibex.
One of two attractions outside the town of Thika, of the Elspeth Huxley novel " The Flame Trees of Thika ", not many flame trees but there is Chania Falls
Locals take a walk along the promenade on Benidorm's Playa de Levante in winter.
Mountaineering equipment is needed to traverse the sheer sides of Pena del Chocarron - Sierra de Gredos, Castilla Y'Leon
Relief decoration on a togu-na or traditional Dogon shelter.
Temple of the most powerful hogon in Dogon Country, topped by ostrich eggs, at Arou.
Tellem dwellings on the falaise (escarpment) at Nombori, Dogon Country.
Pile of rocks in Wilpena Pound.
Summit of Mt Ohlessen Bagge.
The dry grasslands of Amboseli National Park, with the large number of elephants and increased salinisation of the water-table the vegetation has changed greatly, tall trees and scrub woodlands have died back where now open grasslands prevail
The causeway across soda encrusted Lake Magadi, the causeway leads from Masai lands on the western shore to the factory and processing plant on the eastern, the lake is the world's second largest producer of sodium carbonate
Sandy point on main beach.
The Niger River port and market area in the town centre.
Tourists in a pinasse on the Niger River.
Ears of millet being stored on the flat roof of a Dogon house in Bongo.
View of fields from escarpment above Sibi.
Dogon rattle made from a dried baobab fruit whose seeds are left to dry inside.
Above Stanley Chasm.
Boat transfer at Georges Point.
The near shore reef at low tide of Vipingo Beach, north of Mombasa, unspoilt and free from hassle, you could spend a time here wandering along the shore
The church during Fiesta. Annual celebrations are held on the first weekend of August . Extensive restorations have been carried out including discussions for their own museum - Bellestar, Valencia
Domestic goats with a backdrop of hills south of Hombori town.
Traditional square granaries with carved wooden doors at Koundou-Sadia, Dogon Country.
Red quarterized rock at Ormiston Creek.
Hiker walking in four wheel drive tracks along 75 Mile Beach.
The sierras of Bejar and Candelario are quite barren, nevertheless some wildflowers shine through - Sierra de Gredos, Castilla Y'Leon
View over the savannah to the Nyambeni Hills.
The lush lower slopes of the Aberdare National Park, despite road improvements, access to the park is still by 4WD before entry will be allowed, however the effort is worth it
The ruins of Refugio de los Pelaos provide shelter for walkers and trekkers - Sierra de Gredos, Castillo Y'Leon
The sheltered fossils of behemoth ( Elephas recki ) a forebear to the elephant who had massive tusks, Sibiloi National Park is littered with fossil remains and every year more are unearthed after the heavy rains
Clouds gathering over Zoe Bay.
The most difficult and nerve-racking of traverses is the western ridge of the Bernia, Valencia
Traditional granaries built upon a platform of rocks and wood in Dogon Country.
The track down to II Ngwesi Lodge, near the edge of the Nanyuki plains requires some serious 4WD experience
Looking down at a nevera (ice pit) from the summit of Pla de la Casa (1379m) at the western end of the Serra de Serrella range.
The village of Kissim, south of Hombori, with Kissim Tondo in the background.
Carved support for a togu-na, or traditional Dogon shelter, in the village of Koundou-Sadia, Dogon Country.
The native Oryx ( Oryx gazella ) is easily adaptable to its terrain, they are principally grazers but can also browse on thorny shrubs normally unpalatable to many other species, Shaba National Reserve
The steep, rocky route down (274m) to Refugio Victory beneath the vicious, teeth-like ridges of Los Galayos.
Tailors at work in the Marche des Souvenirs.
The prehistoric site of a species of crocodile ( possibly Euthecodon brumti ) which grew up to 45 foot long, as well as animal species, more than 160 finds relating to early hominids have been made here in the " Cradle of Mankind "
View from above Grottes de Missirikoro.
Burnt out eucalypt woodland and waymark.
The volcanic rock, poor soil, rough scrub and tough seasonal grasses that surrounds the village of El-Molo, the El-Molo are one of the smallest tribes in Africa, their village is near the town of Loyangalani
The Teleki Valley trail with Mt Kenya in the background, with giant lobelia and groundsel the valley is also the perfect habitat for the Scarlet Tufted Malachite sunbird
Shop entrance in Danga during Monday market.
People and goods at Monday market.
Cliffs of Bowen from Nina Peak.
The chapel in the central square of Candelario, Castella Y'Leon
The Refugio Jose Antonio Elola can accomodate 59 people and offers good shelter beneath the sierras highest peak, Almanzor ( 2592 metres ) - Sierra De Gredos, Castilla Y'Leon
Cathedral Termite Mound.
The edge of " World's View " an escarpment near the town of Poror, numerous trekking routes head either into the Suguta Valley or across to Maralal
The climb of La Mira is 2543 metres and once at the summit the remnants of once was an optical telegraph station - Sierra de Gredos, Castilla Y'Leon
Gastrolobium Saddle on Larapinta Trail.
Person hiking sandy tracks on Lakes Trail.
The last stop on the bus route but the town offers all a weary traveller wants, food, lodgings, alcohol and scenery - Confrides, Valencia
Railway man on telephone at Andasibe train station.
TV transmitters on summit of Alto de las Guarramillas (2257 metres), Sierra de Gredos.
Sign warning of crocodiles.
The Chyulu Hills National Park was designated as a national park in 1983. The volcanic hills and caves, offer great trekking. Found here is the longest lava tube in the world.
Tree frog on leaf in rainforest of Parc National d'Andasibe-Mantaadia.
Views from the KWS tower in the Kakamega National Reserve, the tower was recently completed and makes a great vantage point for sunrises and sunsets, a guide is recommended however as many signposts have been damaged or removed
The dry grasslands of Amboseli National Park, with the large number of elephants and increased salinisation of the water-table the vegetation has changed greatly, tall trees and scrub woodlands have died back where now open grasslands prevail
Detail of the mosque in the centre of Djenne.
Cattle and mosque in the old part of Hombori town.
Looking up to the Lewis Glacier with the jagged ridges of Thomson Point or as it's known now, Nyahururu
Flora of the upper highlands of Aberdare National Park, the park is great for trekking, with prior permission, peaks of Ol Doinyo La Satima ( 4001 metres ), Table Mountain ( 3791 metres ) and Nyandarua ( 3906 metres ) offer views of the differing landscapes
The first stage of the 300 metre Karuru Falls in the Aberdares National Park, newly built viewing platforms on either side were built in stages by the British Army, they have also assisted in the improvement of roads and camp sites in the park
Person hiking through woodland recovering from bushfire.
Moroccan-style mud-built house in Djenne town centre, built for Moroccan traders.
View over fields and woodland from escarpment above Sibi.
Boys threshing millet mechanically.
One of the many classic images of Africa, acacia trees with weaver bird nests, the differing species of weavers produce differing nests, some are neat compact little things whilst others are huge tatty looking things, not unike tumble weeds
View from the plateau over the plain near Armani.
Few species of vegetation exist in this harsh, hot region, the mineral rich water pumped up from the hot springs underground evaporates rapidly in the 38 degree heat, this forms a layer of mineral salts and local factories extract this, the small town nearby of Magadi is an ICI creation
Native Montes Cabres ( ibex or mountain goats ) amongst the flora of Circo de Cinco Lagunas - Sierra de Gredos, Castilla Y'Leon
Pitcher plants.
Constructed entirely of local materials, the II Ngwesi Lodge is designed to be sympathetic and in-tune with its own environment
Few species of vegetation exist in this harsh, hot region, the mineral rich water pumped up from the hot springs underground evaporates rapidly in the 38 degree heat, this forms a layer of mineral salts and local factories extract this, the small town of Magadi nearby is an ICI creation
The barren landscape that surrounds the village of the El-Molo tribe near Loyangalani, the El-Molo survive mainly on fish but also hunt crocodile and hippo
The climb of La Mira is 2543 metres and once at the summit the remnants of once was an optical telegraph station - Sierra de Gredos, Castilla Y'Leon
Detail of a minor mosque in Segou Koro.
Abandoned ancient Tellem and Dogon dwellings under an overhanging cliff near Bongo.
The Senoufo-style Palais du Dernier Roi, a three-storey former general's residence and armoury.
Euphorbia growing near Bongo, Dogon Country.
The near shore reef at low tide of Vipingo Beach, north of Mombasa, unspoilt and free from hassle, you could spend a time here wondering along the shore
Christian woman making millet beer near the Catholic mission.
The pink hue that surrounds Lake Baringo is thousands of Lesser Flamingo ( Phoenicopterus minor ), they gather at the lake at various times of the day to feed, the lake is now the unofficial home of the Lesser Flamingo in East Africa
Tent in a Tuareg settlement in the Sahara Desert.
Shop in Dogon Country.
The only accomodation in Gossi.
Broom in bloom on the rocky route below Risco del Guetre just north of Almanzor (2591m).
Cascades Jen Jee waterfall.
Trekkers resting in the shade of cliffs in Dogon Country.
Old Dogon house in Youga-na, a Youga village.
Fruit of the baobab tree, used as food and as a traditional instrument.
Crater Lake Game Sanctuary, close to the western edge of Lake Naivasha has an abundance of wildlife, natural trails that meander around the lip of the extinct volcano are thought to be linked to ancient tunnels beneath Lake Naivasha
Looking very cartoonish is the eroded balancing rock in La Pedriza. An entire circuit of the ridge can take up to 10 hours - Sierra de Gredos, Castilla Y'Leon
A tough walk-in with a full pack at La Covacha ( 2399 metres ) - Sierra de Gredos, Castilla Y'Leon
Refuges along the sierra trail are plenty although in summer months tents are a common sight - Sierra de Gredos, Castilla Y'Leon
A fresh elephant footprint on a dry water bed near Isiolo, the route is favoured by many elephants in the area
Acacia trees and grassland savannah landscape.
Multi-storied red brick house in central highlands.
Waymark in recovering burnt out woodland.
Standing on the summit of Beomia (1126m). A small notebook is found in the box by the triangulation point.
The Takawira Island Resort near Lake Victoria, one of the better value resorts
A Klipspringer ( Oreotragus oreotragus ) in usual pose, the small, sturdy antelope has a distinctive stance, appearing like on tip-toes as their hooves are adapted to balance and grip rocky outcrops
Relief decoration on the main togu-na, or traditional Dogon shelter.
The run-down centre of Ibo Island with a flame tree. Many of the buildings have been untouched since the Portuguese left in 1974.
Geometric patterns on a fula blanket, Hombori.
The edge of " World's View " an escarpment near the town of Poror, numerous trekking routes head either into the Suguta Valley or across to Maralal
The view looking across Valle de Guadalest to Serra de Bernia from Fuente Forata on Sierra de Aitana.
The pink hue that surrounds Lake Baringo is thousands of Lesser Flamingo ( Phoenicopterus minor ), they gather at the lake at various times of the day to feed, the lake is now the unofficial home of the Lesser Flamingo in East Africa
Tiny but old and important mosque at the Fula village of Roundessirou.
The village of Guadalest that sits just outside the Castle and below the Las Marinas Mountains, Valencia
Central fetish in Koundou-kekeni, Dogon Country, adorned with an ostrich egg.
A native Topi ( tsessebe ) ( Damaliscus lunatus ), they are similar to the Hartebeest, although they are able to survive on food spurned by other antelopes, they do prefer the flood plains and moist areas that support lush pastures, Masai Mara National Park
Dogon figurative sculptures.
Wildflower sprouting after bushfire.
The sierra offers wildflowers through Spring although the mountains offer colour all year round, Valencia
Hombori Tondo, a 1150m-high mesa near Hombori town.
Muddy lake beside the Sahelian town of Gossi.
The Loyangalani Airport, facilities are quite primitive however the gift shop arrives en masse as soon as the wheels touch down
The seaside resort town is dominated by the 332 metre monolith that juts out to sea - Calpe ( Calp ), Valencia
Traditional Malian house and compound at Bongo, Dogon Country.
The oldest walled city in the province and the gateway to the Catalonia border and the Els Port region - Morella, Valencia
Camping on shore of Lake Rasoamasay along Canal de Pangalanes.
Ancient woodlands leading to special camp sites within the Aberdare National Park, public camps are near the Ruhuruini, Treetops, Wanderis and Reedbuck gates
Point John ( 4883 metres ) shrouded in clouds, the point is a harder technical climb than Point Batian ( 5199 metres ) or Point Neilon ( 5188 metres ), Mt Kenya National Park
South Cliffs of Nourlangie Rock.
Few species of vegetation exist in this harsh, hot region, the mineral rich water pumped up from the hot springs underground evaporates rapidly in the 38 degree heat, this forms a layer of mineral salts and local factories extract this, the small town of Magadi nearby is an ICI creation
New airport terminal.
Cargo pinasses at Danga, by the Niger River, for the Monday market.
Lake Navaisha is home to an incredible amount of bird species, however the introduction of the dreaded water hyacinth has caused as many conservation problems here as on Lake Victoria, run-offs of pesticides and herbicides from surrounding flower farms isn't helping either
Few species of vegetation exist in this harsh, hot region of Lake Magadi, water droplets evaporate before touching the ground and local maasai children will approach hoping for a cool drink when spotting vehicles
Hiker walking on four wheel drive tracks along 75 Mile Beach.
Above Ormiston Creek.
Sand dunes in the Sahara Desert about 35km north of Timbuktu.
Person hiking through Gastrolobium Saddle on Larapinta Trail.
View of Kissim from the escarpment between this village and Hombori.
Colourfully-clad people at the Monday market.
Simple geometric patterns on a bogolan (mud-cloth) blanket.
Horned chameleon in Bush House Reserve animal sanctuary on Canal de Pangalanes.
Main road to Araouane through the Sahara Desert, some 35km north of Timbuktu.
A traditional Ndorobo manyatta ( the Ndorobo are a hunter, gatherer tribe and are are associated with the Mau speaking people ), the tribe from the Rift Valley offer an introduction to their culture through displays of hunting and the gathering of food
One of two attractions outside the town of Thika, of the Elspeth Huxley novel " The Flame Trees of Thika ", not many flame trees but there is the impressive Thika Falls
Moroccan-style mud-built house in the town centre, built for Moroccan traders.
Tellem dwellings on the falaise (escarpment) at Nombori, Dogon Country.
Tuareg men at a small settlement in the Sahara Desert.
The rare pushme-pullyou Elephant ( Loxodonta africana ) of the Masai Mara National Park, elephant numbers have increased, however after the end of the CITES agreement anecdotal evidence would suggest poaching is on the increase
The pink hue that surrounds Lake Baringo is thousands of Lesser Flamingo ( Phoenicopterus minor ), they gather at the lake at various times of the day to feed, the lake is now the unofficial home of the Lesser Flamingo in East Africa
Late Spring is the best time to see wildflowers in the sierra - Candelario, Castillo Y'Leon
Spillway of the hydroelectric dam at Manantan.
Typical Bambara house near Mosque Ba Sounou Sacko in Segou Koro.
Handmade and brightly painted metal taxi toys.
First Falls in distance.
Ghost gums before storm.
Traditional reed hut of the El-Molo tribe on the southern edge of Lake Turkana
Muddy lake next to the Sahelian town of Gossi.
Airport terminal at Yelimane.
Moroccan-style mud-built house in the town centre, built for Moroccan traders.
Christian cemetery on the edge of town.
View of Guadalest and the wonderful Castillo de San Jose perched above the village. Behind is the Serra d'Aixorta.
Mosque in the town centre on Monday market day.
Woman hiking through swamp along Canal de Pangalanes.
Tuareg people baking bread in a small settlement near Gao.
Painted dhows on the beach at low tide. Arabic in origin, dhows have sailed these seas for over 1000 years.
Baobab tree in Dogon Country, showing fruit used for traditional food and instruments.

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