The 'loo' and the lions...........

The guest powder room - known as 'the loo with a view'!

The three days at Vumbura Plains were my initiation into bush life in Botswana and all I can say is every moment was fantastic!

A blogger - sorry, don't remember who - requested I show photos of African bathrooms as she has a 'thing' for bathroom design.  This one, looking out on to the Okavango Delta, came in handy when that long walk to the tent was out of the question.  There's a chunky rope at the entrance, you just close off the walkway with it to show the loo is 'engaged'.

....and now, my version of BIG CAT DIARIES. 

Lion - Panthera leo

The largest of the African carnivores, lion are distinctly social animals, living and hunting in prides.  Each pride occupies a home range marked by scent, patrolled and ruthlessly defended against intrusion.  Males attempting to take over a pride may fight to the death and the outcome will affect crucial issues such as the survival of the cubs.  Predominantly nocturnal, lion are deceptively lazy, resting in the shade during the heat of the day but quickly becoming aggressive if unduly disturbed.

Some visitors have to wait several days before spotting big cats..........we were exceptionally lucky.  We almost bumped into two adult lionesses snoozing at the side of the trail within a few feet of our vehicle on our very first game drive, prior to getting stuck in the water!  When they decided to move on we followed them through the bush to where they met up with their family including two 6 month and two 6 week old cubs. A lot of pics here, I took so many because these magnificent animals are not shy or retiring.  They walked right beside the Land Rover seemingly oblivious to the people sitting quietly inside snapping away with cameras.  If you tried to leave the vehicle it would be a much different story!  These are some of my favorite lion shots. 

Unusual to see a lion on a tree

I've added this shot to show you how close the lions came to our vehicle!

Proud, beautiful, family-loving, and they do purr just like domestic cats, I heard them!

Coming soon, handsome cats….......with spots.